“Larry brings a flair and passion to his role and most importantly gets all in his organization to buy in and deliver in excess of expectations. His Organization is well run and is full of people that feel like they contribute and are valued. He leads all of this and still finds the time to give of himself to many industry and non-industry organizations where he is always in full participation mode. I recommend him heartily.”
About
Larry McIntosh is the founder and principal consultant of Larry McIntosh Consulting.
Larry was President & CEO of Peak of the Market from 1994 until 2021. Under his leadership, the company had its 26 best sales years in its 79-year history with 2019/2020 being the highest sales year ever.
During Larry’s 27-year career with Peak of the Market, it was named one of "Canada's 50 Best Managed Companies" and one of the “Top 100 Canadian Food & Beverage Companies”. The company has also received numerous awards including the “Agri-Food Award of Excellence” and "The Red Book Business Character Award" for its high ethical trading practices, business competence and financial stability. It has also received “The People Forward Award” for its rewards, recognition and retention strategy for its staff and “The Excellence in Leadership Award” for human resource programs that have resulted in measurable benefits for its employees. In addition, the “HSBC Bank Canada Business Award” which recognizes businesses that encourage employee volunteerism and the “Canada Brand Award” for initiatives that honour the value of Canada’s brand image for respecting high standards of quality, wholesomeness and environmental protection.
Further Background: From 1977 to 1993, Larry was with Dylex Ltd., a large Canadian retailer who had annual sales in excess of 1 billion dollars. He held several progressively senior management positions including Regional Manager of the BiWay Division (1982 to 1989), Vice President Operations of the BiWay Division (1989 to 1991) and Vice President of the BiWay and Drug World Divisions (1991 to 1993).
Larry’s volunteer works includes:
Rossbrook House Foundation Director 2021 to Present (Chair 2023 to Present)
Canadian Food Policy Advisory Council Member 2021 to Present
Canadian Produce Marketing Association based in Ottawa, Ontario, Chair of Past Chairs Advisory Committee 2013 to Present
Canadian Red Cross-National Board Director 2018 to 2023
Larry has been honoured to receive several awards including:
“2021 Canadian Produce Person of the Year” as awarded by The Packer. This prestigious award is presented to a person who has made outstanding contributions in forwarding the collective interests of the fresh produce industry.
“Canadian Red Cross Humanitarian of the Year Award” in 2015. This award is in recognition of Manitobans whose selflessness and dedication make them deserving recipients of the Humanitarian of the Year. Larry was recognized as a champion of numerous charitable causes.
“Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal” in 2012.
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Larry McIntosh Consulting
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Board Member (Chair 2023 to Present)
Rossbrook House Foundation
- Present 3 years 4 months
Children
Rossbrook House Foundation exists to help Rossbrook House respond to the growing need to provide a safe place and services to children and youth coming through its doors. The Foundation serves to help Sister MacNamara’s mission, and that of Rossbrook House, that “No child who does not want to be alone, should ever have to be.”
Rossbrook House Foundation provides supporters of Rossbrook’s mission with a vehicle to make financial contributions. These gifts will go directly to supporting…Rossbrook House Foundation exists to help Rossbrook House respond to the growing need to provide a safe place and services to children and youth coming through its doors. The Foundation serves to help Sister MacNamara’s mission, and that of Rossbrook House, that “No child who does not want to be alone, should ever have to be.”
Rossbrook House Foundation provides supporters of Rossbrook’s mission with a vehicle to make financial contributions. These gifts will go directly to supporting the day to day activities and programs for Rossbrook House participants. -
Advisory Council Member
Canadian Food Policy Advisory Council
- 3 years 4 months
The Canadian Food Policy Advisory Council is a key component of the Food Policy for Canada and brings together 24 experts and stakeholders from a variety of sectors, including the agriculture and food sector, health, academia, and non-profit organizations.
The Advisory Council provides a critical forum to engage food, community and agriculture leaders on how we can collectively build a better food system for all Canadians, as it provides advice to the Minister of Agriculture and…The Canadian Food Policy Advisory Council is a key component of the Food Policy for Canada and brings together 24 experts and stakeholders from a variety of sectors, including the agriculture and food sector, health, academia, and non-profit organizations.
The Advisory Council provides a critical forum to engage food, community and agriculture leaders on how we can collectively build a better food system for all Canadians, as it provides advice to the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada on current and emerging issues.
The Advisory Council also supports the Food Policy’s vision that: "All people in Canada are able to access a sufficient amount of safe, nutritious, and culturally diverse food. Canada’s food system is resilient and innovative, sustains our environment and supports our economy".
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