Board of Directors

Barry Gunther

Chair South Central Enterprise Region 2008 – present; 34 years as an Economic Development consultant with Government of Saskatchewan (1974-2008); Mayor, Resort Village of Sun Valley, Saskatchewan 1985-present; Vice President for Villages & Resort Villages, Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association (SUMA) 1998-present; President, Football Canada (amateur football) 2007-present; Moose Jaw Health Foundation Board Member 2009-present; Past President Football Saskatchewan 2007; Past President of Saskatchewan Lotteries; Past President Moose Jaw Early Bird Lions Club; Past Chairman of the Palliser Regional Library Board; Married -1991 (Widower 2009)

Brian Martynook

Brian has been the Executive Director of the Moose Jaw & District Chamber of Commerce for 10 years he is the Secretary on the Regina Airport Authority (on the RAA Board for 5 ½ years). Brian is the Chair of the Moose Jaw Habitat for Humanity and also the Chair of the SaskTel Independent Committee. He sits on the following committees: Moose Jaw Literacy Network; Palliser Campus Development Steering Committee; Early Childhood Coalition; Moose Jaw Settlement & Integration; and the South Central Enterprise Region Board. Before the Chamber position, he was President/Part Owner for 20 years of a local Construction Firm.

Cal Jorstad

Carol Peterson S.V.M.

Carol Peterson has been involved in economic development for the past ten years. Ms. Peterson has always lived in Ogema and district and believes that her community can grow and thrive and be a leader in the Province. She is Sec-Treasurer of the Ogema EDC and was on the South East Regional Economic Development Authority as well as Vice President of the Red Coat REDA until they were dissolved. Carol has been on Town Council in Ogema for 10 years and has promoted Ogema at the Municipal, Provincial, National and International levels. Carol was part of the three person committee that traveled to Dongguan, China to present Ogema to the LivCom Award Judges when Ogema won the Heritage Conservation award in 2008. Ms. Peterson owns Ogema Agencies (1995) Inc as well as the Ogema Car Wash and has a vested interest in most of the community organizations. Ms Peterson believes by being on the board of the South Central Enterprise Region, her community will be able to interact with other communities about new opportunities and be part of the exciting and progressive Saskatchewan.

David Ogle

Edward Plumb

Elmer Klassen

I have been involved in the Real Estate industry for the past 34 yrs. Prior to Real Estate I was active in the farming business for many many years. I became a life insurance underwriter for a Life Insurance company and owned and operated a successful Auctioneering Service for 30 years. I adjusted crops for a Large Hail Insurance Co. for 15 years and adjusted all crops in the province of Saskatchewan making me a professional for all your farming needs. Now I have dedicated all my time to the Real Estate Industry. This will enable me to provide honest, reliable and dedication with 100% service to all my clients and future clients.

My achievements are: Active in all phases of Real Estate Specializing in Agriculture, Ranch Land, Commercial and Residential Prosperities; Member of the Moose Jaw Real Estate Board; Served as chairperson for virtually every committee for the Moose Jaw Real Estate Board; 3 Term president for the Moose Jaw Real Estate Board 1980, 1981 and 2000; Director for many years; President of the Association of Saskatchewan Realtors in 2005; Most recently named Distinguished REALTORS® of the year 2007, by CMHC; Experienced Realtor for 34 years dedicated to serve all your Real Estate Needs.

Garry McKay

Marc Topola

Michael Klein

Michael Wolverine

Peter Lapointe

Rochelle Neff

Approximately 12 years ago I moved to southern Saskatchewan from the booming city of Saskatoon. Since that time I have found a way of life that I have come to greatly appreciate. I am blessed everyday that my children have a safe environment to grow up in. I live in an extraordinary community of people who are always extending a helping hand, and I have the privilege of being a part of the enthusiasm and success that this great province is now experiencing. It is time that the entire world is recognizing our achievements and our potential. Currently, I am employed with R.M. of Excel No. 71, the Business Manager for Red Coat Road & Rail, and I run a graphic Designs business from my home. Naming a few, I have been involved with the South Central Enterprise Region since its formation; I am Vice Chair for the Bengough Economic Development Association and I was a Board Director for the former Red Coat REDA. Saskatchewan is where I was born and raised, I adore the beauty it embraces and I am genuinely proud to call it my home. It is with the greatest admiration that I get the opportunity to work in partnership with the regions economic finest. As a Director, I offer my dedication, my enthusiasm, and my optimism in the development and success of the South Central Enterprise Region.

Ron Kurz

Ron Walter

Retired journalist, 34 years of 44 year career in journalism, most with the Moose Jaw Times-Herald and Moose Jaw This Week.Business career: former owner of advertising publications, weekly newspaper, doughnut shop. Organizations: South Central Enterprise Region board, South Central Community Futures Board, Sukanen Ship Museum, Kiwanis Club, Moose Jaw Exhibition, Investors 20 Investment Club Interests: Business, stock market, tourism, photography, collectibles Married to Joyce Walter Born in Medicine Hat Alberta, grew up on cattle/grain farm northwest of Medicine Hat. Graduated from University of British Columbia with Bachelor of Arts degree in economics and German. Emigrated to Saskatchewan in 1966

Ryan Miller

Stewart Scott

Although my background is strongly grounded in the private sector, I live in a small village in rural Saskatchewan and when the prospect of sitting on the board of SCER presented itself, I was excited at the opportunity. With a mandate to foster increased capacity for sustainable economic sector development, I was intrigued with the idea that regional economic development could also benefit those smaller communities that sometimes get lost in the shuffle. My colleagues on the board have a broad sector and community perspective with a conscientious and collaborative approach to developing infrastructure and balancing our need for growth with environmental considerations. In all, I am pleased with the proactive approach we take and the positive results to date. I look forward to continued successful implementation of projects that meet our vision and mission statements in a practical sense, and ultimately to seeing a new era of sustained economic growth within our region.