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Are you an energy industry professional yearning for marketing insights to stay ahead of the competition? Have you heard the myths surrounding digital marketing and its importance in the energy sector? Let's debunk these misconceptions together with Terry Winnitoy, who will reveal the truth about staying digitally competitive in the energy industry. "One of the things that people forget was when t...

Embracing Innovation and Collaboration with Michael Kryczka If you're feeling the frustration and disappointment of pouring countless hours into improving customer relationships, only to see no progress or worse, a decline in customer loyalty, then you are not alone! Stay focused on your goals. With a career spanning three decades, Michael Kryczka is a well-respected figure in the energy industry....

Painting a Legacy: The Impact of Doug Driediger's Artistic Vision Do you feel like you're constantly told to prioritize quality work as an entrepreneurial artist, but you're still not seeing the results you want? If so, you're not alone. It's time to ditch the ineffective actions and learn from industry experts in this episode. Discover innovative approaches to blending entrepreneurship and art, t...

Little did Oksana Irwin know that her pursuit of success would take her on a transformative journey of personal development that would not only empower her, but also lead her to an unexpected career path - becoming a gender intelligence coach. Through facing her fears and tapping into her emotional intelligence, Oksana has opened up new possibilities and is inspiring others to break through their...

For Heather Culbert, growing up in a male-dominated industry meant facing unique challenges, but it also set her on a path to become an advocate for change. She fought to create a more equitable future where women hold 50% of decision-making roles, but what Heather didn't expect was the powerful impact of diverse perspectives that has resulted. Change was fantastic, and it created success. Heather...

There's always a silver lining. Kindra Howard is a distinguished project management professional with over 15 years of experience in the industry. She holds a Bachelor's of Commerce degree with a major in Entrepreneurial Management and has earned multiple certifications, including CMC, PMP, and BRMP. Kindra's career has seen her work in various locations across Canada, eventually settling in Calga...

From a small-town girl to the general manager of an iconic private club, Toni-Marie Ion-Brown's journey is a remarkable one! But what's even more remarkable is her intentional effort to take the Calgary Petroleum Club on an unexpected path to inclusivity and diversity. Uncover her inspiring story and the remarkable twist it takes! Never underestimate the power of our lobby. My special guest is Ton...

From CFL Player to Real Estate Guru: Chucks Okafor's Journey Chucks Okafor, a former professional athlete in the Canadian Football League, has transitioned into a successful career as a global real estate advisor at Sotheby's International Realty. With a strong background in sports, Chucks brings his dedication, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence to his real estate practice, caterin...

Shave for the Brave Young Adult Cancer Canada (YACC) interview with patient advocate Shannon Goddard and awardness advocate Sippy Cchina Shannon Goddard is a 5 year cancer surviver and a YACC patient survivor. Shannon shares her journey through cancer and managing remission witht the support of Young Adult Cancer Canada. As a yooung mother and professional , Shannon faced a different set of person...

Alicia Quesnel is Burnett, Duckworth & Palmer LLP Managing Partner and is recognized as a leading energy lawyer by Who's Who Legal, Chambers Global Legal 500 Canada, Best Lawyers and Chambers Canada. She is an active member of the community, serving as past Board Chair for the Wings of Hope Breast Cancer Foundation, Director and Chair of SOS Children's Villages Canada, and a member of the Boar...

Dave Taylor, a Calgary entrepreneur, strives to build meaningful relationships and grow his business, but finds himself challenged by the irony of the city's small town mentality, where personal connections are essential for success. "You have to have some sort of supplementary income. You have to have an understanding of where your money is going to come from in order to fully invest yourself int...

"Discover the secrets of Calgary's most successful business and industry leaders and find out how they achieved success!" "It's not just all business and it's not just make money. Some of it is the infrastructure put behind us. It's the education that we train our kids and our family members with. It's the support systems that things like the Petroleum Club give. And so to really make the city bet...

Joanna Astudillo is a passionate chef in the food industry, having studied at Sait and graduating from George Brown College in Toronto, Canada with a diploma in Culinary Management. Joanna has held many prestigious roles in the past, including executive chef for one of Vancouver's largest catering companies, executive sous chef for the Vancouver Aquarium and now head chef at the Calgary Petroleum...

Ryan Ackers, a small town Ontarian, bet on himself and moved to Calgary. Joining the Petroleum Club, where he lead a successful whiskey club launch and defied the odds of the wine and energy club to a more creative and inclusive club. Bet on yourself - learn how Ryan Ackers took calculated risks and achieved success in Calgary 2. Explore the Petroleum Club of Calgary - find out how the club has mo...

With her entrepreneurial spirit and European values, Alexandra Weipert embarks on a journey to explore the unique opportunities for her business in Calgary, Canada, navigating the differences between Europe and North America to ultimately settle in Alberta and discover the tax advantages and government support the province has to offer. In this video you will descover: 1. Exploring the differences...

Experience the quality of life, opportunity and human capital that CalGary has to offer, with insightful and inspiring conversations from industry leaders. Here's what I cover with Gary Mar in this episode: The potential of Canada, Alberta, and Calgary to be a great place to live, work, and play. The need for policies that support transportation infrastructure, allowing goods to be exported to oth...

"We believe young women have the power to change the energy industry for the better - changing the face of energy." Katie Smith-Parent is the Executive Director of Young Women in Energy (YWE), a nonprofit Alberta organization of more than 4500 members that provides voice, presence, development and leadership for women working in the energy industry. She is also the co-founder of Access Connects, a...

Kimberley founded WāVv over 16 years ago. WāVv is a strategic consulting company specializing in the transfer of commercialized technology from one industry and implementing it in another. Industries of focus are Aerospace, Defence, & Security, Energy, Tech, Ag, Military, Mining, Construction. Kimberley is also the founder and creator of CONVERGX® - the first and only annual 2.5 day global con...

In the business of crime, cyber criminals are constantly finding new ways to exploit security controls and make money, putting companies at risk of going out of business forever. Vince Fung is the founder and CEO of Expera Information Technology, a leading IT managed services and managed security services provider based in Calgary, Alberta. Vince has over 25 years of experience in the IT industry...

Brent Quinton is a third generation Albertan and the president of Gateway Tubulars Ltd. Brent has been on the board of Canadian Energy Executive Association since 2016, and he and his wife Allison are the incoming chairs for the 72nd Canadian Energy Executive Association. In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. The changing landscape of energy, and how Alberta fits into the global pictur...

Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett is an organizational psychologist, keynote speaker, business leader, author, and podcast hosts. She is a sought after thought leader on workplace psychology and career development in Canada. With 22 plus years of experience providing organizational consulting and developing leaders in Canada and internationally, Dr. Laura is a thought leader on the evolution of work and un...

Akbar Nimji is a Calgary-based real estate agent and consultant. He has over 20 years of experience in the industry, and has been involved in the development and construction of over a billion dollars worth of real estate projects. Nimji is a strong advocate for responsible redevelopment, and works with communities to find compromise and create growth opportunities.

Ray Yue, healthcare professional and serial entrepreneur, is passionate about the health and wellness of people and communities around the world. He has founded over a dozen companies and is the Founder and CEO of Calgary Petroleum Club, a med tech and mental health collective focused on healthcare innovations using technology. Yue is also the co-founder of Evolve, Strength and Imagine Health, a g...

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