John Proven, ICD.D
John Proven joined NFI as President of NFI Parts and ARBOC Specialty Vehicles in June 2024. John brings over 20 years of experience to NFI in global markets and leadership of geographically diverse operations in manufacturing environments. In his role, John is responsible for leading the strategic vision for both business units while driving growth and performance. Prior to NFI, John served as President and Chief Executive Officer of CEL Group of Companies (CEL). CEL is based in Winnipeg. Its brands, Conviron and Argus Control Systems Ltd. are global leaders in the design and manufacture of plant growth chambers, rooms, and environmental control systems. John joined Conviron in 2010 as Chief Operating Officer and was instrumental in acquiring and integrating Argus Controls and establishing after-market offerings to drive recurring revenue.
John holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) in Finance and Marketing from the University of Manitoba and obtained his Chartered Accountant (CA) designation in 1994. John is a member of the Institute of Corporate Directors and a graduate of the ICD-Rotman Directors Education Program (ICD.D). John is active in the Winnipeg community as a Director of Cerebra Medical Inc. and Red River Mutual Insurance, a member of the United Way of Winnipeg Major Donor Cabinet, and he is a Past Chair of the Associates of the I.H. Asper School of Business.