Steve Thomson has been a leader for most of his life. Here is a snapshot of Steve’s accomplished career in and around political and community life.
Professional Career
- Research Officer and Administrator, BC Federation of Agriculture
- Director, BC Ministry of Agriculture
- Assistant General Manager, BC Federation of Agriculture
- General Manager, BC Fruit Growers Association
- Small Business Owner, Greenaway Thomson Communications Ltd.
- Executive Director, BC Agriculture Council
Volunteer Positions
- Chair, Kelowna Chamber of Commerce
- Chair, BC Chamber of Commerce
- Director, Canadian Chamber of Commerce
- Chair, BC Chamber of Commerce Board of Governors
- Board of Directors, Kelowna Museum
- Board of Directors, Okanagan Innovation Fund
Steve was born and raised in the Kelowna-Mission area. He is a graduate of Kelowna Secondary school, where he was Student of the Year: Combined Academics and Athletics.
After high-school, Steve received his Bachelor of Science from University of Victoria, majoring in Geography and Resource Management. Steve has a great love for sports and played on the Canadian National Rugby Team.
Steve is a husband, father and grandfather. He is married to Brenda, has three children and is the grandfather of five.
