Shaun Vey, current head of sales, promoted to president, effective January 1, 2026

Syngenta Canada has announced the retirement of its president, Trevor Heck, after a 34-year career with the agricultural innovation company. He leaves as a highly respected leader who has skillfully guided the organization through remarkable growth and strategic transformation. Over the years, he served in 12 roles across Canada, North America and Europe with Syngenta and its legacy companies. 

With Heck’s retirement, Shaun Vey has been promoted to president, effective January 1, 2026. Currently serving as head of sales, Vey has gained a breadth of leadership experience during his 14-year career with the company in roles spanning sales and marketing, including the launch of the Miravis portfolio in Canada, as well as globally as head of marketing for Syngenta UK, Ireland & Nordics.

Source: Syngenta Canada December 10, 2025 news release