Curtis Putland

Curtis Putland is a seasoned professional in the agricultural commodities sector, currently serving as an Adviser and Partner at Smart Start Solutions, Inc since August 2024. Curtis has held various senior roles, including Oat Product Line Manager at Ceres Global Ag Corp since February 2023, and previously as Director of Barley at Malteurop. Prior roles include Head of Procurement at BioUrja Group, Director of Risk and Procurement at Guardian Energy Management, and multiple positions at Cargill, culminating in the role of Global Risk Manager Malt. With a strong background in risk management, procurement, and strategic planning, Curtis specializes in long-term business strategies tailored to the complexities of agricultural commodities. Curtis holds an education from the Saskatchewan Institute of Applied Science and Technology, completed from 1997 to 1999.