Alan served as British Columbia’s inaugural Innovation Commissioner from 2018 to 2020, advancing BC’s innovation agenda and championing the province’s tech ecosystem. He has served as a director on more than 30 organizations across industry, research, and government.

A seasoned science and tech leader, Alan brings a systems view to innovation and commercialization. His experience helps bridge public and private sector priorities, with a focus on fostering R&D, collaboration, and global competitiveness.

The B.C. Centre for Innovation and Clean Energy (CICE) is now NorthX