Meet the thought leaders guiding MMDF and helping to power Manitoba forward. Our leadership team at MMDF is committed to a future where all Manitobans have an opportunity for success and growth.
Chuck Davidson
(Chair), President & CEO of the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce
Since 2013, Chuck Davidson has been the President & CEO of the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce (MCC), the largest business organization in the province, representing 68 local Chamber of Commerce and nearly 10,000 organizations throughout Manitoba. Under his leadership, MCC has seen a renewed focus on policy and advocacy as the Voice of Business in Manitoba and has been recognized as an accredited Chamber of Commerce with distinction.
Kevin Ploegman
Partner, Fort Group, Manitoba Chambers of Commerce Board Member
Kevin was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba and grew up in North Kildonan. He earned his Bachelor of Physical Education Degree from the University of Manitoba in 1999 and his Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) Degree from the University of Manitoba in 2002. In October 2004, Kevin became a member of the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada by receiving his Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA) designation.
Jamie Dumont
Principal,Chadwick Consulting Ltd, Manitoba Chambers of Commerce Board Member
Jamie Dumont is Principal with Chadwick Consulting Ltd, specializing in Indigenous and northern economic development. Jamie is Past-Chair of the Board of Directors of the Indigenous Chamber of Commerce, sits on the board of directors of the Manitoba Chamber of Commerce, and the Indigenous Affairs Policy Committee of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce. In 2022, Jamie was re-elected as Trustee for Ward 1 of the Winnipeg School Division.
Michael Woelcke
CEO of Arctic Gateway Group, Manitoba Chambers of Commerce Board Member
Michael Woelcke is the CEO of Arctic Gateway Group. Arctic Gateway Group owns the Hudson Bay Railway, the Port of Churchill, the Churchill Marine Tank Farm and Arctic Gateway Freight Services. AGG is owned by OneNorth which is comprised of communities, towns, and Indigenous communities in northern Manitoba.