FORT SASKATCHEWAN, AB – The Fort Saskatchewan & Lamont County Regional Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the appointment of Colin Fagnan as its new Executive Director, effective March 3rd, 2025. With a proven background in economic development, strategic leadership, and community-focused initiatives, Colin is excited to lead the Chamber into its next phase of growth and continued success.
Colin brings with him extensive experience in fostering business engagement and economic development. Most recently, he served as the Member Services Manager at The Conseil de Développement Économique de L’Alberta (CDEA), where he expanded a network of over 285 entrepreneurs and business leaders. He played a key role in organizing Alberta’s largest French-language business event, attracting influential business leaders, entrepreneurs, and government officials. Colin’s expertise in advocacy, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement will be invaluable as he works to enhance the Chamber’s impact on the Fort Saskatchewan and Lamont County business communities.
He has experience in both the private and public sectors on two continents and five countries, along with an education background with three degrees in different fields—including a master's from the University of Alberta. Colin is also a strategic advisor for European-Canadian Centre for Innovation and Research, and is the owner of a consulting firm – Nyloc Consulting. Colin’s multilingual abilities will help foster a diverse and inclusive environment, further strengthening the Chamber’s mission of community collaboration.
“We are thrilled to welcome Colin to the Chamber,” said Melissa Saretsky, President of the Chamber’s Board of Directors. “He is exceptional at building connections, his experience with CDEA will be an asset, and his commitment to fostering business success will be invaluable as we continue to serve our members and the wider community. We are eager to embark on this next chapter and look forward to the impact his leadership will have on the Chamber’s ability to advocate for and engage with our business community.”
The Board would also like to take this opportunity to express its heartfelt thanks to former Executive Director, Marcie Mazurenko, for her outstanding leadership over the past 18 months. Marcie’s dedication and hard work have had a lasting impact on the Chamber and the community. Marcie’s exceptional leadership, dedication, and tireless commitment to the organization have been integral to ensuring the Chamber’s continued stability and success. Her contributions have laid a strong foundation for future growth, and the Board is immensely grateful for her outstanding work.
“We cannot thank Marcie enough for her leadership during this critical time,” said Melissa Saretsky. “Her professionalism, vision, and passion for our members have made a lasting impact on the Chamber. We wish her all the best in her future endeavors and are forever grateful for her efforts in putting the Chamber on a steady path.”
The Board is excited about the opportunities ahead and confident that under Colin’s leadership, the Chamber will continue to be a vital resource for the business community. With a focus on growth, collaboration, and innovation, the Chamber remains committed to enriching the local economy and strengthening connections that benefit businesses and residents alike.
Please join us in welcoming Colin on March 26th from 4:00 – 6:00 at an open house hosted at the Chamber of Commerce Office where you will have an opportunity to meet our new Executive Director and Network.
