Brandon Riverbank Inc. has hired Dean Hammond to take on the role of Executive Director of the non-profit charitable organization.
Brandon Riverbank is committed to developing the Assiniboine River Corridor as a gathering place connecting people with nature.
Born and raised in Brandon, Dean Hammond holds a business degree from Brandon University and is also a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA). He has worked for small and medium-sized businesses, a Fortune 500 company, and most recently in Municipal Government.
Hammond has sat on many not-for-profit Boards including six years with Riverbank, most recently as Vice-President. he is a lifelong resident of Brandon and he and his family are frequent users of the Riverbank facilities.
“I’m extremely honoured to be selected as the Executive Director for Brandon Riverbank Inc. Hammond said. This facility is very near and dear to my heart and I look forward to working with the Board of Directors, Staff, the City of Brandon, and our many partners who are so devoted to this space. Riverbank is already a jewel for our community, but I truly believe that we are on the verge of many more great things to come.”
He will be responsible for overseeing the administration, programs, and strategic plans of the organization.
Hammond will be starting with Riverbank on February 27th.