As the Vice President of Sustainability and Shared Value at Maple Leaf Foods Inc., Joe McMahan is at the forefront of transforming the food industry into a more sustainable and responsible sector. With a clear vision to position Maple Leaf Foods as the most sustainable...
As the Vice President of Sustainability and Shared Value at Maple Leaf Foods Inc., Joe McMahan is at the forefront of transforming the food industry into a more sustainable and responsible sector. With a clear vision to position Maple Leaf Foods as the most sustainable protein company on Earth, Joe leads a dedicated team focused on advancing the company's environmental impact and maintaining its carbon neutrality status. His expertise in corporate and supply chain sustainability is pivotal in developing actionable strategies that not only meet but often exceed environmental footprint reduction goals.
Joe's role encompasses a wide range of key projects, including the implementation of sustainable and regenerative agriculture practices that enhance biodiversity and soil health while ensuring food security. He champions cross-sector partnerships that foster innovation and drive systemic change across the industry, leveraging his extensive background in international development and social entrepreneurship. By facilitating collaboration among stakeholders, Joe ensures that sustainability standards are not only met but are also integrated into the company's core operations.
His commitment to transparency and accountability is reflected in Maple Leaf Foods' rigorous ESG reporting and materiality assessments, which provide stakeholders with a clear understanding of the company's sustainability performance. Joe’s adept project and program management skills enable him to oversee initiatives that promote rural development and empower local communities, reinforcing the company's mission to create shared value. Through public speaking engagements and thought leadership, Joe McMahan continues to inspire others in the industry to embrace sustainability as a pathway to a healthier planet and a thriving world.
