Annelida

Jesse Foster is a third-generation farmer and the owner of Foster’s Seed & Feed and Foster’s Agri-World. He is passionate about agriculture and believes that farmers are the backbone of the Canadian economy. He believes that farming practices must evolve and that the evolution must improve the profitability of farmers. This is an evolution he has personally undertaken over the past 15 years on his 5,000 acre farm.

Jesse has three kids with his wife Tania and when he is not driving kids to hockey, he enjoys supporting the local Beaverlodge Blades and spending some much-needed downtime golfing.

Jesse is excited to work with other farmers and dealers and sharing his experiences in using Annelida.

Jamie is an integral member of the Annelida team. He has provided critical insight into the design and implementation of Annelida’s patented, engineered facility.

Jamie brings over 20 years of experience in the construction industry and diversified business ownership. His strong work ethic and determination will help lead Annelida to a successful future.

As one of the founding members of Annelida, Michael Launer’s experience and expertise offer a well-rounded dynamic to the company and its clients.

Michael has over 20 years of experience in equipment manufacturing and the energy conservation sectors. He founded, designed and developed Enershield Air Barriers, one of the most recognized manufacturers in the Energy Conservation Industry. Over 17 years, the business developed a global reach. He has also managed several flourishing companies, such as Torch Industries, a very successful remote camp services company, and Your Energy Smart Solutions, which specialized in energy conservation equipment.

Hai Le is an active member of APEGA and APEGNB. He previously worked as Engineer Lead for RJ Oil in Edmonton but decided to move his family to Edmonton and joined the Annelida team in 2018.

Hai Le holds a Master of Science in Electromechanical Engineering and worked at Petrovietnam Gas Corporation as Operation Maintenance Lead Engineer until 2003. He then worked offshore as Maintenance & Reliability Supervisor for a Joint Operating Company of ConocoPhillips and PetroVietnam. Wanting to gain more knowledge in another field, he moved to work in the health, safety and environment section as a Senior HSE Officer. Hai Le and his family immigrated to Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada, in Sep 2013 and established VNB Enterprises Inc. to pursue his several innovative engineering-based business ideas.

As Annelida’s COO, Shannon Bosyik works with Hai Le and Len Stahn to develop Alberta’s most efficient and productive commercial vermiculture operation. He is an adaptable, fair-minded and creative business asset.

Shannon brings 14 years of manufacturing and managerial experience. The multifunctional position of Production Manager with Enershield Industries provided Shannon exposure to the complexity and variability of custom manufacturing. Shannon’s capacity to take on new responsibilities and roles, dedication to top-quality products, and customer-driven solutions helped develop Canada’s most successful Air Barrier manufacturer, whose success continues throughout Europe. Before his role with Enershield, Shannon owned and operated his own successful business laying the foundation for and erecting steel Grain Bins.

Ryan Maxwell is best described as a “serial entrepreneur.” He has owned and managed several privately held companies primarily in Alternative Energy, Oil & Gas, Water and Real Estate.

Ryan has raised capital in Canada, the United States, Europe, and the Middle East and prides himself on retaining strong relationships with investors, PE, and conventional/secondary lenders. Through his business ventures, he has raised over $100 million in equity and debt for real estate developments, business acquisitions and start-up ventures. Ryan is also active in local and federal politics, having served as campaign manager for a current Federal MP and VP youth for a Provincial MLA. In addition, Ryan served 5 years on the Strathcona Minor Hockey Association Board, 4 years of those as VP Operations on the Executive.