David Walkington is the Owner of The Landscape Artist Inc., a trusted Calgary landscaping company serving homeowners since 1977. Specializing in custom residential landscape design and construction, the team manages projects from concept to completion – including decks, patios, retaining walls, water features, planting, and lighting. From small backyards to large acreage properties, The Landscape Artist creates outdoor spaces homeowners are proud of.
Stacie Lara is a dynamic senior executive specializing in organizational leadership and foreign direct investment. With a proven track record of driving multimillion-dollar growth initiatives and advising senior leaders across global markets, she is known for her strategic insight, professionalism, and collaborative approach.
Jackie Nelson, VP of External Relations at NorQuest College, leverages 15 + years in health and education – leading Edmonton West Primary Care Network, serving as VP of a Maine critical access hospital, and sitting on several nonprofit boards – to shape the college’s brand and forge strategic partnerships. She holds a BSc in Nursing and an MPH in Health Policy & Management from the University of Alberta.
Join us for September’s AEG Member Connect Call, where we’ll discuss key industry updates, upcoming events, and exclusive opportunities. Stay informed with a special presentation “Sustainable Solutions for Alberta” by Robin Ruddock – VP of Sales & Marketing – for MS Environmental Solutions.
Meet Gord Anderson, Director at IWF Group. With 30+ years in financial services, Gord has held senior roles at Cidel Trust, CIBC, and RBC, building expertise in strategy, governance, investment management, and risk. Since the 1990s, he has been a strong advocate for Indigenous economic development, launching CIBC’s Aboriginal Banking team in Alberta/NWT. Gord also serves on several corporate and non-profit boards.
Shondell Sabad is a dynamic and visionary leader with a proven track record in the fields of finance, energy, trading, and business development.
Shondell is a Director at Andersen in Canada’s Enterprise Services division and as the President and CEO of Rainforest Energy, a forward-thinking clean energy company based in Calgary, Shondell is driving innovation and sustainability in the energy sector.
Cathie is an innovative award-winning professional in the glass industry. As an active co-founder, she has been a key member of the Goldray family since 1985. During this time, Cathie has managed all facets of the glass manufacturing business at Goldray – from research and development to finance, operations, marketing, and communications.
John Liston is the Managing Partner of Newcastle West Partners, a transition and transaction M&A advisory firm operating across Canada and the United States.
Newcastle West Partners specializes in business continuity, with a focus on ensuring smooth transitions for companies led by retiring baby boom entrepreneurs. The firm’s philosophy views continuity as an ongoing, forward-looking process, far broader than succession alone. Many succession plans falter due to insufficient long-term planning, and Newcastle West Partners works to address these gaps early, safeguarding the future of each business.
Brad Annett brings extensive experience in sales, management, and entrepreneurship to his role as Co-Owner and Business Manager at Tennacor. Celebrating 30 years of service, Tennacor has established itself as a leading provider of fire equipment, industrial supplies, and project management solutions for clients in the mining, forestry, chemical, and oil and gas sectors across Canada and internationally.
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