STEP StaffSTEP employs over 25 people in Regina and Saskatoon. The team of professionals operates on a set of principles that guides the organization’s behaviour and believes in integrity, honesty, fairness, trust, and the importance of quality communication and service. STEP staff have the experience, knowledge and international contacts crucial to enhancing awareness of Saskatchewan enterprise in key global markets.
The staff who work for STEP are able to see viable opportunities far beyond the borders of Saskatchewan. They know that export success is good for the economy, good for the people, and good for the province. These professionals have in-depth expertise in international markets and export opportunities. Through experience, they know what works, why it works and how things will best get done.
President and CEO
Mr. Lionel LaBelle
Born and raised in rural Saskatchewan, Mr. LaBelle studied Business Administration at the University of Saskatchewan, Regina Campus. In the mid-70's, he embarked on a twenty-five year entrepreneurial career assuming positions as Managing Partner, President, and Chairman of the Board with a broad cross-section of public and private corporations that focused on agri-business, construction, and the manufacturing industry. Annual revenues exceeded $130M with employment levels exceeding 150 staff. In 2001, LaBelle embarked on a new career path by becoming an outspoken advocate for the emerging biofuel economy both at a provincial and national level. His most recent position prior to joining STEP was the President & CEO of Gardiner Dam Agri-Energy. LaBelle resides in Saskatoon and has previously sat on various Boards including Family Services Saskatoon and the Saskatoon Regional Economic Development Authority. LaBelle is currently a Board Member with SaskWater and The Global Transportation Hub Authority (GTHA).
Telephone: 306-787-1550 (Regina)
Telephone: 306-933-6552 (Saskatoon) Executive Director, Trade Development
Mr. Brad Michnik
Mr. Michnik has a degree in general business and marketing (University of Saskatchewan, 1988) and in January, 2003, Brad attained his Certified International Trade Professional (C.I.T.P) designation. Michnik has over twenty years of experience in export market development and has been with STEP since 1996. Prior to this, he spent eight years in international marketing/sales with Saskatchewan manufacturing companies. Michnik has served as a member of Trade Team Saskatchewan’s Export USA, the New Market Development Committee with the North Saskatoon Business Association (NSBA), Chair of the International Business Center for Western Canada Farm Progress Show and has been a Director for various other committees and trade shows. Telephone: 306-933-6555 Executive Director, Export Services
Ms. Angela Wasylynka, BAdmin, C.I.T.P.
Ms. Wasylynka is the Executive Director of Export Services with Saskatchewan Trade and Export Partnership (STEP). Since joining STEP in 2002, Angela has worked with Saskatchewan exporters to assist them in finding sources of financing and logistics services as well as identifying and pursuing development projects with the IFI’s. Angela also plays a key role in the design and delivery of new programs and services that STEP offers through the Export Services division. Before joining STEP in 2002, Angela received her Bachelor of Administration degree at the University of Regina with work experience from the Saskatchewan Wheat Pool and the Department of Foreign Affairs regional office. Angela received her CITP designation from the Forum for International Trade Training (FITT) in May 2005. Angela has been involved with other committees and working groups at the national and provincial level. Angela also currently serves as the Vice-Chair of the Board of Directors for the Saskatchewan Business Mentorship Institute and has been involved in the institute since its inception in 2004. Telephone: 306-787-3972STEP Contact InformationYour STEP Team of Professionals Includes:
Corporate Services
Lionel LaBelle, President & CEO Telephone: (306) 787-1550 - Regina Telephone: (306) 933-6552 - Saskatoon
Pam Bartoshewski, Controller Telephone: (306) 787-7946
Nicole Grande, Executive Coordinator Telephone: (306) 787-4136
Heather Swan, Manager - Corporate Communications Telephone: (306) 787-7942
Janice Lawless, Membership Coordinator Telephone: (306) 787-7919
Trade Development
Brad Michnik, Executive Director - Trade Development Telephone: (306) 933-6555
Tim Marshall, Senior Director - Trade Development - Asia-Africa Telephone: (306) 787-2191
Yi Zeng, Trade Specialist - Trade Development - Asia-Africa Telephone: (306) 787-2194
Rob Ziola, Senior Director - Trade Development - Manufacturing Telephone: (306) 933-6557
Stacey Sauer, Trade Specialist - Manufacturing Telephone: (306) 933-5239
Nathan Rhodes, Market Intelligence Specialist - Manufacturing Telephone: (306) 933-6558
Jennifer Evancio, Director - Trade Development - Agri-Value Telephone: (306) 787-7945
Jordan Gaw, Trade Specialist, Agri-Value Telephone: (306) 787-7940
Brynna Bergerman, Market Intelligence Specialist - Agri-Value Telephone: (306) 933-6559
Donovan Swinnerton, Director - Trade Development - Technology, Services, & Resources Telephone: (306) 933-6531
David Froh, Trade Specialist - Technology, Services, & Resources Telephone: (306) 787-7928
Keegan McKay, Market Intelligence Specialist - Technology, Services, & Resources Telephone: (306) 787-5708
Dan Maynard, Trade Specialist - Technology and Marketing Telephone: (306) 787-2222
Jeff Thackeray, Manager - Market Intelligence Telephone: (306) 787-4103
Kyle Luchia, Market Intelligence Specialist Telephone: (306) 787-7936
Pat Chobot, Administrative Coordinator - Trade Development Telephone: (306) 787-7903
Rachelle Rivett, Administrative Coordinator - Trade Development Telephone: (306) 933-6551
Tamara Sebesten - Administrative Coordinator - Trade Development Telephone: (306) 787-9210
Export Services
Angela Wasylynka, Executive Director - Export Services Telephone: (306) 787-3972
Angela Wojcichowsky, International Projects Officer Telephone: (306) 933-6553
Vanessa Headford, Membership Sales Officer Telephone: (306) 798-4652
Blair Hudyma, Programs & Training Specialist Telephone: (306) 787-3223
Stephen Norgate, Export Development Analyst Telephone: (306) 787-4750
Jeff Fang, Export Development Analyst Telephone: (306) 787-9687
Crystal Leader, Administrative Coordinator - Export Services Telephone: (306) 787-9335
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