PEAK Renewables Kootenays welcomes Kevin Jewett as New CEO

Cranbrook, B.C.  February 19, 2024

Peak Renewables Kootenays is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Jewett as Chief Executive Officer.  Kevin joins the team with an accomplished career across various roles and regions in the Canadian Forest Industry.

From his beginnings in Woodlands through his time in sawmilling, Kevin has been a dedicated leader and innovator.  As Vice President of Fiber Supply and Government Relations for the AV Group on the East Coast, his strategic management as CEO of a lumber company in the same region, and his time as Vice President of Woodlands for Tolko he developed expertise in overseeing complex organizations in an ever- changing landscape.

Kevin’s commitment to industry advancement through collaboration was evident in his time with FP Innovations.  His efforts to bolster his team’s operational knowledge while maintaining strong relationships with clients and academia underscore the importance he places on sustainable forestry research and innovation.

Peak Renewables Kootenays looks forward to the wisdom and extensive experience Kevin brings to the team.  His strategic vision focuses on strengthening current operations while seeking out opportunities for growth.  He is deeply committed to fostering partnerships with First Nations and immersing himself in the community he now calls home.

“We are confident that Kevin’s leadership will guide PRK toward a future of sustained growth and prosperity.”  – Brian Fehr, Chair, Peak Renewables Kootenays

About Peak Renewables Kootenay

Peak Renewables Kootenays is a vertically integrated natural resource company in the East Kootenay region of British Columbia.  Our team of specialists takes great pride in the sustainable management of our renewable resources, maximizing the value from all products we produce and supply to our customers. We are committed to working closely with local communities and First Nations to ensure diverse values are reflected in our businesses and the benefits are noticed/recognized by the people who live in the land on which we work.