Jeffery York

Jeffrey York is currently CEO of Farm Boy Inc., an Ontario based food store chain known for its quality products and farm fresh produce. Farm Boy was named one of the best managed companies in Canada in 2011. He also serves as Chairman of Focus Graphite Inc. A chartered accountant, Mr. York began his professional career with Ward Mallette, Chartered Accountants, before joining Giant Tiger Stores Ltd., a regional retail chain that grew under his leadership into a national, billion-dollar company. During his 20 years with Giant Tiger, he served as President and CEO of the company for 10 years. Mr. York is an active member of the Young Presidents Organization and has been involved in that executive network since 2002. As a founding partner and Chairman of the Board, Mr. York is actively involved in the shaping of the company’s business growth and development. Mr. York graduated from Princeton University in 1986 with a degree in Economics and obtained his Chartered Accountant designation in 1989.