Frank Anderson

Frank, a native of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, spent 17 years of his working life with the Bank of Montreal, ending as senior business account manager in Yarmouth.   The challenge of directing industrial development activities in Yarmouth convinced Frank to leave the bank and take on a new role as General Manager of the Yarmouth County Industrial Commission and Manager of the Yarmouth County Agricultural Society.  In these positions, Frank was involved in new developments, both in agriculture and industrial infrastructure.  Many of the projects were pioneering in nature as the industrial commission supported new business activity through private/public partnerships. 

In the early 1990’s, the practice of community economic development took on increasing significance as governments at all levels realized the need to share responsibility for sustainable economic growth.  The establishment of regional development authorities was a natural extension of the work previously carried out by many different not for profit organizations throughout Nova Scotia.  As a result in 1995, Frank played a key role in the establishment of the South West Shore Development Authority and led the organization for sixteen years, positively impacting the economic future of both Shelburne and Yarmouth counties.

Frank has also offered his talents and time to the community through service clubs, agricultural and business development organizations and in an advisory role to public and private groups.  He has initiated and supported major exhibitions and trade shows, golf tournaments and community fundraising efforts, all to benefit his adopted region. 

On a provincial level Frank is currently involved in exhibition management, Entrepreneurs Forum and sits on the Board of Governors of the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design as a Governor at Large. 

In all of Frank’s activities and memberships, he carries a high level of enthusiasm and commitment generally resulting in positive gains for the community, region and the Province.