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Scott Banda, the former head of Federated Co-operatives Limited, has been appointed as the 40th chair of the Canadian Football League’s board of governors.
Banda, who was born and raised in Saskatchewan, spent 20 years with Federated Co-operatives, including 12 years as CEO, before announcing his retirement earlier this year. Banda said he’s excited about the new appointment.
“It’s an honour to serve as chair and join the governors,” Banda said in a statement Wednesday.
“I’ve long admired their commitment to Canadian football, the communities where CFL football is played, and the country, which cherishes both the CFL and the Grey Cup. And I look forward to working with them and Commissioner Randy Ambrosie to help the CFL grow and move forward.”
Banda’s appointment followed a lengthy selection process. He takes over from outgoing chair Dale Lastman, who will continue to sit on the CFL board representing the Toronto Argonauts.
Ambrosie said he’s looking forward to working with Banda “as we build on our recent advances and take this league to greater prosperity and new heights.”
In addition to his experience as an executive, Banda has worked as legal counsel, and sits on several boards, including those of the University of Saskatchewan Huskies and the Wanuskewin Heritage Park Authority.