Saint John Board of Trade President Imelda Gilman tells CHSJ News Oland was a long time member.
She says she didn't know him well but, she knew of him through his business reputation in the community over many years.
Gilman says when he left Moosehead, he started several companies including Brookville Transport and Manufacturing.
She says most recently the Board of Trade was dealing with Oland and his investment company Far End Corporation.
