Executive Team

Darryl Kay is the Chief Executive Officer. He is responsible for providing the strategic direction of AFSC, while maintaining positive relations with the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry. The executive leadership reports to him directly.

Reporting to the CEO, Steve is responsible for client experience throughout our extensive branch operations across the province including client relationships, account management, and Claims Adjusting Services. Steve has a strong lending background in agriculture and client experience at the director level in Alberta and Ontario. Steve is passionate about delivering an exceptional client experience with every interaction our clients have with an AFSC Team Member or channel.

Reporting to the CEO, Steve leads the Finance, Risk Oversight, Fulfillment Services, Credit and Special Accounts functions. Steve has held a variety of senior roles in commercial lending, finance, credit, and risk management over the past 30 years.

Reporting to the CEO, Melanie oversees all functions related to people management, corporate brand and communications, organizational effectiveness and strategic human resources. Melanie has been with AFSC since 1997 and has a deep understanding of AFSC, its culture and people. She holds a B.Ed, a MBA and a Society of Human Resource Management Certified Professional designation.

Reporting to the CEO, Brian’s responsibilities include providing strategic direction and operational support to AFSC’s digital business solutions supporting AFSC’s programs and services delivered to clients. Brian has experience modernizing IT organization and practices and leveraging technology to transform operating organizational models.

Reporting to the CEO, Mark leads the direction and coordination of strategy and innovation by overseeing innovation, actuarial, business intelligence, project management and the development of AFSC’s strategy and products. Mark has held a variety of senior leadership roles in government and the financial sector. He is a CFA Charterholder, holds a BA in Economics and Commerce, a Master of Arts, and an ICD.D designation.