Back to Business: Calgary

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 modernized and elevated its members’ experiences

3. Discover the unique whiskey club - learn how Ryan Ackers and the Petroleum Club launched a Whiskey Club with exclusive benefits for members.

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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 between USA and Canada when it comes to setting up a business in a new country.

2. Benefits of setting up a business in Alberta, such as tax advantages and government support.

3. Exploring the lifestyle and activities in Calgary, as well as the variety of industries and startups in the city.

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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:

1. The potential of Canada, Alberta, and Calgary to be a great place to live, work, and play.
2. The need for policies that support transportation infrastructure, allowing goods to be exported to other parts of the world.
3. The opportunities available to those migrating to Calgary, as well as the potential for those with an H1B visa to gain Canadian citizenship.

Gary Mar is an accomplished leader with experience in government, business, and public policy. He has held several cabinet portfolios in Alberta's Legislative Assembly and has been appointed a member and chair of the Council of Alberta Order of Excellence.

Thank you for joining us today on the Back to Business podcast. Be sure to visit Calgary Petroleum Club to find out more about upcoming events, networking opportunities and membership. If you are not already a valued member of the CPC, where we are proudly connecting and supporting CalGary's business leaders.

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"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 group dedicated to increasing women into decision-making roles in all sectors in Calgary.

Katie Smith-Parent is the Executive Director of Young Women in Energy (YWE), a nonprofit Alberta organization that works to increase female voice presence, development and leadership in Alberta's energy sector. Katie works for Spartan Controls, leading business development for industry diversification and works hard to share success stories of efforts to decarbonize the energy industry. She is also a part of the Pathways Alliance, a group of six major oil sands producers working to reduce emissions, and the Calgary Petroleum Club in Business Awards. Through her work, Katie is trying to show people the opportunity to be a part of the energy transition and that it can be done ethically and responsibly.

In this episode, you will learn the following:1. How can we balance conversations about energy security and climate change while increasing production and decarbonizing the energy sector?

2. How can young people influence the energy industry to ensure the future looks different and that it is something to be part of?

3. What unique opportunities exist for Canada to support the rest of the world in the energy sector?

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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 congress that brings together decision makers from the aforementioned industries which provides you access to a unique peer network of pre-vetted, qualified leaders, who are committed to working with you to seek business opportunities in the next 12-18months. At ConvergX® you’re solving problems you didn’t know you had, with solutions you didn’t know existed, from industries you didn’t know could help. Kimberley is also part of the Canadian Delegation to the NATO Industrial Advisory Group (NIAG), Co-Chair CoI on Innovation - NIAG; NATO; part of the STO Technical Team Space Risk Assessment Matrix (S-RAM)and works closely with other divisions of NATO such as Allied Command Transformation Unit (ACT), the Science & Technology Office (STO), and the Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic (DIANA). Most recently, Kimberley's efforts have taken her to NATO HQ, NORAD & NORTHCOM. She was awarded one of the Top 20 women in Defence in Canada by Esprit de Corps Magazine, and most recently a delegate of the Governor General’s Canadian Leadership Conference (GGCLC) for 2022.

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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 and is a recognized expert and speaker at numerous technology conferences across the US and Canada.

This episode is about The importance of security for businesses. Vince Fung learned about The importance of security for businesses while working for a software company in the mid-1990s. He started seeing an uptick in attacks against smaller companies and realized that security needs to be a top priority for businesses. Ransomware attacks are a major threat to businesses, as they can disrupt operations and lead to significant financial losses. To protect your business, you need to have a security-first mindset, educate your employees about threats, and put the right policies and procedures in place.

"Security has to actually be part of the foundation of everything that a company does."

In this episode, you will learn the following:

1. The substantial uptick in attacks against smaller companies

2. The cost of cyberattacks to businesses globally

3. The importance of starting a business with a security-first focus

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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 picture

2. The importance of networking and advocacy for the energy industry

3. The diverse range of energy resources available in Alberta.

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 understands the intersection of business and people. Dr. Laura's areas of expertise include leadership, team and culture development in organizations, remote hybrid, workplace success and mental health developing resiliency through turbulent times.

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 growing North American portfolio of large format wellness clubs, primary care centers, pharmacies and specialist practices designed to offer world class care via prevention based, medical and fitness models. Yue's visionary projects include diverse partnerships ranging from indigenous nations to telcos to multinational corporations like Amazon and Lululemon.