Management Team

Howie Kroon  President and CEO

Howie Kroon is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Palliser Lumber Sales Ltd. He holds an Honors BA and an MA from the University of Waterloo. He received his Chartered Accounting Designation in 1989. Howie joined Palliser Lumber in April 1998, following a ten-year term with an international consulting and accounting firm, where his focus was with private entrepreneurial companies. 

Bob MurphyExecutive Vice President


Bob Murphy is the Executive Vice President of Palliser Lumber Sales Ltd. He holds an Honors BA from Laurentian University and an MA from the University of Windsor. Bob joined Palliser in 1994 following a sixteen-year career with the Alberta Provincial Government. He is a former AFPA Board Member and presently represents secondary manufacturing on the Provincial and National Softwood Lumber Committees.

Pat Carley CFO

Pat Carley is the Chief Financial Officer of Palliser Lumber Sales Ltd. Pat is a Chartered Accountant and holds a B.Ed and B.Comm from the University of Alberta. Pat joined Palliser Lumber in February of 2000, following a four-year term with an international consulting and accounting firm where his focus was in taxation and audit.

Sales Team

		Jason PolowaySales Manager Jason has worked with Palliser since 1991. He worked in the Shipping and Production departments before moving into Sales. His wide-ranging skills and experience with Palliser make him an indispensable part of the sales team. He enjoys spending time with his wife and two young sons, and playing baseball and golf. E-mail Jason or call (403) 946-7223 - cell: (403) 826-4536
		Aldis BalcersBusiness Development Manager / Sales Representative Aldis has worked in the lumber industry for over 40 years, and in sales with Palliser Lumber since 1995. His extensive experience helps ensure that customers get superior service. Aldis enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters, golf, walks, and supporting junior hockey. E-mail Aldis or call (403) 946-7237 - cell: (403) 620-5180
		Ferdie Gamboa Production Manager/Sales Ferdie has worked with Palliser since 1995. He worked in the Packaging department before moving to Production and Sales departments. His wide-ranging skills and experience with Palliser make him a great addition to the sales team. He enjoys spending time with his wife and two young sons, and playing basketball. E-mail Ferdie or call (403) 946-7224 - cell: (403) 826-9243

Logistics Team

Kevin ZandeeLogistics Manager Kevin is a distribution specialist with over 20 years of experience in bulk transportation for the manufacturing industry. E-mail Kevin or call (403) 946-7217, cell: (403) 899-7319 Shipper/Receiver: E-mail or call (403) 946-7212

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