Protein Industries Canada has appointed Tyler Groeneveld to the role of chief executive officer, effective 27 October 2025.

Groeneveld (pictured above) succeeds former CEO Robert Hunter, who left the organisation in August after serving as chief executive since January 2025.

Protein Industries Canada initiated a search committee to find a new CEO following Hunter’s departure, chaired by Annett Revet, vice chair of the board, and supported by an independent executive search firm.

It has now announced the appointment of Groeneveld, who previously served as chair of Protein Industries Canada’s board of directors. In a statement, the company said that Groeneveld will bring deep sector expertise and organisational insight to the role.

Groeneveld, who has now resigned from the board of directors, has a career spanning over 31 years within the country’s food and agriculture sector, with previous positions at agriculture companies such as Corteva and CropLife Canada. Most recently, he served as commercial lead for North America.

Commenting on his appointment, Groeneveld said: “Having worked closely with the board and leadership team, I’ve seen firsthand the organisation’s impact in driving innovation and collaboration across Canada’s agriculture and food ecosystem”.

“Together with our partners, we will continue to accelerate growth in ingredient manufacturing and food processing to create a $25 billion opportunity for Canada.”

As part of the transition, Revet will serve as acting chair of the board of directors, while continuing her role as chair of the governance and nominating committee.

“It was important to the board of directors that we move forward with strong and stable leadership to maintain momentum and position Protein Industries Canada for continued success,” she said.

“Through the independent search process, it became clear that Tyler’s experience, leadership and vision make him the right choice to lead the organisation.”