Canadians step into leadership roles at World Potato Congress

The World Potato Congress enters a new chapter with the announcement that John Griffin is the new president and CEO of the World Potato Congress effective July 1, 2022. The Prince Edward Islander follows on the heels of Romain Cools who has retired from the position after four years.

“John Griffin brings with him a vast knowledge of the potato industry as president of WP Griffin Inc., a family-owned grower, packer and shipper of potatoes,” said Cools. “WP Griffin Inc. packages many different types of potatoes in various sizes and most recently launched microwaveable mini potatoes with various spices.”