We hope for this to be the first in a series of interviews where AFPA President and CEO, Jason Krips, and Host, Aspen Dudzic, sit down to discuss what's happened in Alberta's forest industry lately and what opportunities and challenges are on the horizon. In this episode, Jason dives into his journey as AFPA CEO for the last two and a half years and shares some of the fun that comes with stepping into a new role at the start of a global pandemic. He also remarks on some of the cool things he's learned about forestry in Alberta since joining the Association, and explores key topics like transportation,  mass timber, what forestry is looking for in the upcoming election, and a whole lot more!The Alberta Forest Products Association (AFPA) is a non-profit association that has been the voice of the sustainable forest industry in Alberta since 1942. Alberta's forest industry supports over 31,500 jobs and generates $5.8 billion in provincial GDP. Join us as we connect with industry leaders and discuss topics like sustainability, innovation, partnerships, nature-based climate solutions, and more. Don't forget to follow us on social media @albertaforests and @loveabforests to join the conversation.