David Montpetit is an accomplished executive with a proven ability to align strategy with day-to-day operations and a comprehensive understanding of the rail transportation and port logistics industry.

David’s abilities are underpinned by his 30+ years of experience in project/sales management and contract negotiation/administration. Mr. Montpetit has held numerous senior leadership roles including Vice President of External Affairs and Logistics with Coalspur Mines Limited where he was responsible for directing the company’s transportation access and operations of rail/port logistics.

In his current position as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and President of the Western Canadian Shippers Coalition (WCSC) David is responsible for the strategic leadership and management of the Organization and has played a pivotal role in ensuring its growth and sustainability over the past 10 years. David participates in various task force groups including both federal and provincial stakeholders and oversees projects aimed at enhancing infrastructure, optimizing supply chains, and promoting efficient operations for WCSC membership.

David is an active member of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce.  He is a highly sought contributor and active member of numerous committees and working groups, including the Supply Chain Council of Canada; Transport Canada/NRCan Railway Working Group; Transport Canada Commodity Supply Chain Table; Transport Canada Supply Chain Task Force Roundtables; BC Trucking Association Eco-Certification Program Advisory Committee; Transport Canada Service Contingency Plan Initiative Steering Committee; Transport Canada Supply Chain Recovery Working Group; Active Vessel Traffic Management Program; and Transport Canada National Supply Chain Summit.  David has participated on both the House of Commons Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure and Communities and the Senate of Canada Transport and Communications Standing Committee on various issues related to transportation.

David has held the roles of Chair and Director since July 2014.