Leadership Team
Nick Brusatore CEO, Affinor Growers Inc.
Nick is a design expert in the commercial production of plants using vertical growing technology. Nick was nominated for the award of excellence in Canada for agriculture in 2012 and was an early pioneer in the vertical farming space back in 2000. He is the initial funder and founder of Affinor Growers (AFI.CN).
Ben Hogervorst – Chairman of the Board, Affinor Growers Inc. Advisor & CEO, Britespan Building Systems Inc.
Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of Britespan Building Systems Inc. Ben formed Britespan Building Systems Inc. in 2010. It has become an industry leader in providing innovative building solutions, expanding into markets across North America, including the agricultural, commercial, and public works sectors.
Rick Easthom, Director
Mr. Easthom has been an advisor to Affinor since June 2014. He was Director of Corporate Brands for the Overwaitea Food Group, and Manager of Retail Development for Choices Markets. Rick has extensive produce retail experience and developing products, packaging, launching and merchandising at retail.
Nick Brusatore Interim CFO, Affinor Growers Inc.
Nick is a design expert in the commercial production of plants using vertical growing technology. Nick was nominated for the award of excellence in Canada for agriculture in 2012 and was an early pioneer in the vertical farming space back in 2000. He is the initial funder and founder of Affinor Growers (AFI.CN).
Dr. Alan Boyco Director, Affinor Growers Inc.
Alan has been an investor in vertical growing technology and director of Affinor Growers for many years. He is the official optometrist to the Vancouver Canucks, BC Lions, Vancouver Giants and Vancouver Grizzlies. Alan is a member of the BC, Alberta, Oregon and California Colleges of Optometrists.
Bo Slack – Advisor & Chairman, Highbush Blueberry Council
Bo has over 30 years of experience in all facets of Innovative Agricultural Operations, Marketing, Food Safety and Sustainability. Appointed by the USDA to the United States Highbush Blueberry Council, he serves as Chairman of the Industry Relations Committee.
Pat Carey – Advisor & CEO, Sitewise Solution
Pat Carey is a third-generation leader of Canada’s largest, independent distributor. Headquartered in Calgary, Wallace & Carey serves more than 7,000 customer locations through their expansive distribution network, which services every postal code in Canada.