Meet The Directors

Raised on a grain farm east of Calgary, Trevor combines first-hand agricultural knowledge with deep financial expertise. After completing his Agriculture Degree at the University of Lethbridge, he began a 33-year career in banking that spanned senior roles across Alberta. For the past 29 years in Lethbridge, he has held progressive leadership positions including Senior Ag Relationship Manager, Director of Commercial and Ag Banking for Southern Alberta, and ultimately, National Head of Agriculture.

Throughout his career, Trevor has advised and financed operations across every corner of the ag industry—His ability to translate complex financial strategies into practical, results-driven solutions makes him a trusted partner for producers and agri-businesses alike.

Chad Wever graduated from Olds College in June 2014 with a diploma in Agricultural Mechanics. Since August 2012, Chad has worked for his family business, K. Wever & Sons, a diversified agricultural enterprise in Southern Alberta specializing in broad acre crop farming and cattle feedlot operations. Chad’s primary role has focused on agricultural equipment mechanics related to the farm’s machinery and equipment. He also is responsible for cultivating, seeding, irrigating, and harvesting crops across the operation. 

Megan was raised on a family feedlot, farming, and cow-calf operation in Southern Alberta. After graduating from Olds College with a Veterinary Technology diploma, she returned to the agricultural industry and now works alongside her parents, brother, and team as part of a third-generation family business based out of Iron Springs.

In her role as a manager within the operation, her work focuses on animal health and welfare, human resources, safety protocols, team coordination, business finances and more.  She is dedicated to supporting the long-term strength and stability of the local rural community.

Ed Van Der Veen has been a shareholder, director, and manager of Henk Vanderveen Dairy since 2014. The operation consists of a family-run dairy farm near Picture Butte, Alberta, as well as a feedlot near Carmangay, Alberta. Ed oversees the financial and day-to-day feedlot operations, including responsibilities related to cattle health, nutrition, and overall herd management. As manager, he is also responsible for supervising employees and coordinating operational activities.

Reid Murray has worked at JF Murray Farms since 2000, working in all areas of feedlot operations. JF Murray Farms, established in 1905, remains a family-owned feedlot business. Reid’s responsibilities at the feedlot include cattle management, monitoring feed efficiency, and assisting with day-to-day operational tasks. Since 2017, Reid has also operated 5 Suns Transloading, a truck and railcar transloading company, where he oversees rail logistics and commodity trading.

From 2007 to 2019, Conrad worked as a livestock trader with Vanee Livestock, a diversified agricultural services company specializing in livestock transportation, equipment sales, and cattle trading. Since 2019, Conrad has been employed by Alberta Prime Beef Corporation as an order buyer. Alberta Prime Beef is a livestock enterprise focused on cattle marketing, contracting, trucking, and custom feeding. In his current role, he is responsible for the procurement and sale of livestock, including assisting with the marketing and movement of finished cattle and calves.

Jason Konynenbelt previously served as a director of PBFC for over 20 years. Jason has farmed his whole life and currently operates Kbelt Farms 1937 alongside his wife, father, and sons. Kbelt Farms operates a backgrounding feedlot and farming operation north of Nobleford, Alberta.