- David Puttock, Ph.D, R.P.F.
- President
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David has over 30 years experience in forest management planning, strategic analysis, and modeling. His academic qualifications include a B.Sc.F., University of Toronto; an M.B.A., York University; and a Ph. D. (Agricultural Economics), University of Guelph. He has worked as a forest manager in Ontario and British Columbia, an educator, and a consultant. David has authored numerous scientific articles and technical reports and has presented several papers at international forestry conferences. He is a member of the Ontario Professional Forester Association, Canadian Institute of Forestry, Ontario Forestry Association, and the Society of American Foresters.
- MFTIP Plan Approver
- Certified OntarioTree Marker
- Registered Professional Forester
Christopher Gynan, M.Sc.F., R.P.F., ISA Certified Arborist
Vice President, Operations
Chris has 14 years experience in forest management planning, reforestation and research. His academic qualifications include a B.Sc.F. and M.Sc.F., University of Toronto. He has worked as a consultant in Ontario for woodlot owners, industry, government, and First Nations. Chris is a member of the Ontario Professional Forester Association, and the International Society of Arboriculture. He is involved in the local community by supporting the York Environmental Stewardship group through field tours and seminars. Chris also manages and fundraises afforestation programs in the Town of Aurora's Lundy Park through the Town's Adopt-a-Park Program.
- MFTIP Plan Approver
- ISA Certified Arborist
- Butternut Health Assessor
- Certified Ontario Tree Marker
- Registered Professional Forester
Leighanne Howard, Ecosystem Management Technician,
ISA Certified Arborist
Senior Field Technician
Leighanne joined Silv-Econ in 2004 and has experience in all services offered by the company. Leighanne has a diploma in Ecosystem Management from Sir Sandford Fleming College. She specializes in forest inventories, municipal tree health assessments, and GIS mapping. Leighanne is a member of the Ontario Forestry Association.
- ISA Certified Arborist