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A recognition of Calgary’s finest business leaders

BY MELANIE DARBYSHIRE

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o be a business leader is no small task.

The responsibility, dedication and vision demanded by the job is something few people can bear. To be an exceptional business leader – one that can steer a business and its people through both the good and bad times and still emerge a success – is an achievement worthy of praise. In its 10th year, the Leaders Awards are a celebration and recognition of Calgary’s great business leaders.

And many great leaders there are. As in past years, the nominations for this year’s awards included an impressive number of individuals from a variety of sectors including media and entertainment, real estate, health care, consumer products, pharmaceutical and insurance. The task of sorting through the nominees and determining the 20 award recipients fell this year to Trevor Winkler, regional managing partner at MNP LLP; David Allwright, dean of the Chiu School of Business at Bow Valley College; and Myron Feser, vice president, sales, at ATB Business & Agriculture.

“Despite the current economic times, we still need to take time to acknowledge and recognize people and businesses in our community that are doing great things,” says Winkler. “These awards are a prime example of doing so – there are still a lot of great things happening in this city.”

Indeed Calgary’s economic climate has been a challenge for all of the recipients, many of whom are seasoned survivors of down cycles. “It’s important that business leaders in Calgary get the recognition that they deserve, particularly the ones that are able to weather the current economic conditions,” says Allwright.

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“A lot of these people have been through this before – they’re examples of how you survive the boom-and-bust economy.”

Regardless of which industry they’re in, each of the recipients displayed one thing in common: “What truly stood out was each leader’s unwavering resilience in the face of challenging times,” says Feser. “Each of their stories was inspiring and it showed just how important strong leadership is to make it through a variety of trying situations.”

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Another standout quality: what the recipients do for their community. “I was really impressed with the commitment that each nominee has made to make Calgary an even better place, through community involvement and philanthropic activities,” says Feser. “It’s evident that these leaders aren’t just passionate about their business, they’re passionate about Calgary and all of its diverse communities.”

Winkler also highlights the impact the recipients have on their own business teams, particularly future leaders. “Their mentorship and leadership will no doubt lead to more and more successful leaders for generations to come.”

In his fourth year as a judge, Allwright continues to be impressed by all the nominees.

“Every year the judging gets tougher because the range of applicants gets better. It’s a very rewarding experience to be able to do something like this – because you do hear a lot of doom and gloom. It’s nice to learn about businesses that are not only doing well but are thriving and have been through this more than once.”

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Scott Thon Company: AltaLink

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ltaLink, Alberta’s largest regulated electricity transmission company, is committed to maintaining top-quality, reliable and affordable transmission services for Albertans. Scott Thon leads the company without compromising the values he embodies. As a result, AltaLink’s safety results are in the top 10 per cent within the industry and the company has been recognized by the Canadian Electricity Association over the last several years for its outstanding performance.

“Playing team sports really influenced me as a youth. Teams outperform collections of individuals by orders of magnitude. Diverse teams are even more powerful. Great sports teams have great scorers, great defenders, great goaltenders. It is this focus on team diversity that has really defined my approach to business.” ~ Scott Thon, President & CEO

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16 Years in Business

800 employees

Power and Utilities Industry Sector Photo by Ewan Photo Video.

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Rob Heaton Company: Cambrian Pharmacy

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fully-integrative retail pharmacy providing patient care via traditional medicine, combining supplements and customized medicine, Cambrian Pharmacy offers great service, a friendly environment and knowledgeable staff.

Rob Heaton has created a warm and welcoming atmosphere that removes the “sterile” look of a pharmacy. Embracing the philosophy “what you take or put on your skin affects your health,” Cambrian Pharmacy is also the only retailer to have gained access to several skincare lines based on this model.

“The journey of my career started with inspiration from my hometown pharmacist. I wanted to combine health care with business. I have received great satisfaction from helping our patients and delivering the best personal care to them. When the decision to expand into compounding was made that was a defining moment; suddenly we had the ability to provide multiple solutions. The road continued to building a leading integrative pharmacy that provides medication, supplements and clean skincare choices, staffed with experts in their field.” ~ Rob Heaton, CEO

Company snapshot

58 Years in Business

32

employees

Pharmaceutical Industry Sector Photo by Ewan Photo Video.

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Fabrizio Carinelli Company: CANA Construction Co. Ltd.

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ANA Construction has been a trusted and respected contractor since 1942, celebrating its 75th anniversary this year. Providing construction strategies and solutions has allowed CANA to remain a leader in construction in Calgary for more than seven decades. As one of the 50 Best Managed Companies in Canada for 14 consecutive years, CANA Construction has a strong performance record that has made it a preferred partner with clients, consultants and subcontractors. A sample of CANA Construction’s portfolio includes the West LRT, Calgary Courts Centre, Saddledome renovations, Studio Bell, Markin MacPhail Athletic and Ice Complex, and over 50 per cent of the University of Calgary campus.

“I believe the journey to success is not necessarily any one defining moment, but the culmination of many events that you experience during your life. For me, having strong mentors and relationships in the Calgary community has played a big part of that. My dad, Ettore, was my greatest inspiration. As an immigrant, he took a chance to come to a foreign country with nothing but a humble work ethic and created better opportunities for his family than he had.” ~ Fabrizio Carinelli, President

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75 Years in Business

182 employees

Construction Industry Sector Photo by BOOKSTRUCKER PHOTOGRAPHY

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Innovation.

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For 75 Years.

CANA Construction is a leading construction firm in Calgary committed to building not only projects, but our relationships.

Thank you to our employees, clients and the construction community for helping us achieve our 75 year milestone.

Congratulations to Fabrizio Carinelli on being named a 2017 Business in Calgary Leader.

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Tim Logel Company: Cardel Lifestyles and Logel Homes

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ardel Lifestyles and Logel Homes is a multiple award-winning multifamily builder/developer of condominiums and town homes. Tim Logel, with over 35 years of experience, has been obsessed with quality, innovation and exceeding customer expectations. Working with over 6,000 single-family and now 2,500 multi-family customers, Logel is excited about moving forward with improvements in all aspects of the homebuilding business and in amassing an A-Team with all departments under one roof including design, sales, marketing, administration, construction and customer care. “During my youth, I worked closely with my dad while raising organic beef. My dad showed me the importance of pride in your work, high standards and the satisfaction of results. Together we built a barn for the cattle and that passion for excellence has carried me forward on my journey to success.� ~ Tim Logel, President & Co-founder, Cardel Lifestyles, President & CEO, Logel Homes

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35 Years in Business

50

employees

Real Estate Industry Sector Photo by Jean-Marc Robin & Gillian Williamson of Studio Lumen

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EXCELLENCE COMES STANDARD. Tim Logel is a leader in the development and construction of multifamily communities. With over 35 years of experience, he’s worked on the sale and construction of over 6000 single family homes and 2500 condos and townhomes. Together with his sons Brayden and Kevin, Tim is proud to announce the launch of Logel Homes. With a continued focus on exceeding customer expectations and home building innovation, Tim is introducing Auburn Rise - the inaugural Logel Homes development in Auburn Bay. Follow us as we lead the way in Calgary’s best value and locations. For more information on Logel Homes or our Auburn Rise development, please visit: auburnrise.ca

Todd Poulsen Company: Elan Construction Limited

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lan, a construction and building services company providing general contracting, design-build contracting and construction management, is recognized in southern Alberta for its dedication to value and care for quality, delivering start to finish. Transparency and integrity are the hallmark of Todd Poulsen’s company, and along with strong technical abilities and a great reputation, Elan continues to provide strategies to enhance each client’s reputation in order that their projects achieve full potential.

“The defining moment in my journey to our success was realizing that it’s not most important that I’m involved in every project, proposal, bid or be the face of Elan everywhere. What’s most important is creating an environment that everyone can be successful in, then providing challenges and support so they can achieve their success.” ~ Todd Poulsen, President

Company snapshot

39 Years in Business

70

employees

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I am honoured to accept this 2017 Leaders Award.

Our success is earned through the contributions of many.

Thank you to our founders, my partners, Elan’s construction professionals, our clients and trade contractor partners for believing in our vision.

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Kim Caron Company: Executive Mat Service Ltd.

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textile rental company with a history of environmental innovation, and with several patented environmental technologies under its belt, Executive Mat Service has become a leader in good environmental practices. Listening to customers and developing solutions for their issues has become key in shaping the direction and contributing to the growth of the company. Going forward, Executive Mat is set to expand its business model and grow Canada’s export potential.

“The first year at Executive Mat Service was financially difficult. Working 16 hours a day for over a year without a paycheque – the negative cash flow was draining our life savings. I began second-guessing myself – was I capable of starting a successful business from the ground up? My wife, Shannon, had constantly supported my efforts and inspired me to keep going. The ultimate defining moment came when the business could finally afford to issue me a paycheque. We at that moment knew the business would be a success.” ~ Kim Caron, President

Company snapshot

20 Years in Business

65

employees

Textile Rental Industry Sector Photo by Ewan Photo Video.

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“It is a great honour to share this recognition with our team, I am fortunate to have team members that share the same core values that I do. We are also fortunate to have developed strong and lasting relationships with our customers and they are a very important part of our team. Thank you for the opportunity to serve you!

Hard work and a genuine desire to be the best has brought us success and should guide us well into the future.” ~ Kim Caron, President

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Shelley Vandenberg Company: First Calgary Financial

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irst Calgary Financial has been strengthening local communities for over 75 years by offering local banking services to over 70,000 members through a network of 15 branches in the greater Calgary area. One of two operating divisions of Connect First Credit Union, First Calgary has grown to become a true Alberta success story. Shelley Vandenberg is a driving force for positive change, customer experiencedriven enhancements and the embodiment of the organization’s mission to “Make Money Make a Difference.”

“The hardest thing about being a leader is showing vulnerability. When the leader demonstrates vulnerability it brings people together … it’s establishing a level of trust and respect with the person or people you’re opening up to. I have realized the importance of bringing vulnerability to work because it is the foundation for good communications…. Being vulnerable at work simply means you are ready to let your guard down and be your real self. The best advice I ever received from a mentor was to be authentic and be true to who I am.” ~ Shelley Vandenberg, President

Company snapshot

79 Years in Business

300 employees

Banking and Capital Markets Industry Sector Photo by Ewan Photo Video.

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Louis Stack Company: Fitter International Inc. (Fitterfirst)

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itter International Inc. is “Leading the World to Better Balance” with balance and fitness training products. The Active Office® is its solution to the sedentary workday, and is helping convert the workplace into a more balanced, productive and enjoyable environment. With a suite of balanceoriented training tools, the Fitterfirst brand has become an industry leader, and has a goal to have all office spaces ‘Revive their 9 to 5!’

“Inspired by Brian Tracy’s Philosophy of Achievement tapes, I took a $3,000 loan from my mother to start Fitter. As my life evolved, so did the company, fuelled by the mantra that I could succeed, as long as I refused to give up my goal of ‘leading the world to better balance!’” ~ Louis Stack, President & Founder

Company snapshot

32 Years in Business

25

employees

Consumer Products Industry Sector Photo by Ewan Photo Video.

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Geeta Sankappanavar Company: Grafton Asset Management

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rafton is a $1-billion energy investment firm headquartered in Calgary.

This company invests across the capital structure of Canadian energy companies, creating wholly-bespoke investment solutions to meet sovereign, institutional and private mandates. Responsible for strategy and overseeing all Grafton’s business and operating units, co-founder Geeta Sankappanavar has grown her company to become Canada’s third-largest energy investment firm, competing on the world stage and known for its relationships in the industry, petro-technical expertise and high-touch service levels.

“When I was younger, I believed my fight with cancer was the single defining moment in shaping my young personality and drive. But looking back, my entire life has been a journey with my choices and experiences deciding whether I would move forward or not. In the words of Eleanor Roosevelt, ‘You gain strength, courage and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face.’ My mom and dad are my greatest inspiration. Their relentless pursuit of opportunity for us, their intense sacrifices and their constant love and support, make them my greatest inspiration.” ~ Geeta Sankappanavar, President and Co-founder

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7

Years in Business

28

employees

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Alice Mateyko Company: Homes by Avi, Alberta, Single Family

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n its 39th year of building award-winning new houses, Homes by Avi (Group of Companies) has shaped the city of Calgary and contributed to the community’s vibrancy. As Calgary’s leading homebuilder, holding operations in three North American markets, they approach every home like it’s the only one being built. Having Alice Mateyko as the single-family president in the Alberta operations, the entire Homes by Avi Group of Companies is positioned to surpass its cornerstone success.

“Reflecting on my career, I don’t define my success by moments, but rather a continuum of passion and determination. From the beginning, I set goals and focus – without distraction – until they are achieved. Leading this way has afforded me many returns and the respect from my peers and industry.” ~ Alice Mateyko, President, Homes by Avi, Alberta, Single Family

Company snapshot

39 Years in Business

160 employees

REAL ESTATE Industry Sector Photo by Ewan Photo Video.

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Rod Graham Company: Horizon North Logistics Inc.

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orizon North is a publicly-listed corporation (TSX: HNL.TO) providing a full range of industrial, commercial and residential products and services. Originally including marine transportation, camps and catering services, and logistics services in support of remote infrastructure and development projects, Horizon North has transformed its business into one that now provides modular manufacturing and industrial services, offering a full turnkey, self-perform model that allows for design, engineering, manufacturing, transportation, site works, operations and maintenance. “(My greatest inspiration has been) my great-grandfather, who came through Ellis Island in the early 1900s as a penniless teenager. He told me many times the key to his success was to ‘work long, work hard, work smart.’ At the end of every day I ask myself three questions – did I outlast, outwork and outsmart my competition today?” ~ Rod Graham, President & CEO

Company snapshot

11 Years in Business

1200 employees

Mining and Metals, Oil & Gas, Power and Utilities, Real Estate

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Karoleena is a manufacturer of designer prefabricated homes, focused on providing premium modern dwellings that are move in ready in as little as 6 months.

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Wendy Coombs Company: Momentum Health, Evidence Sport and Spine, Innovative Sport Medicine

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omentum Health, Evidence Sport and Spine and Innovative Sport Medicine is a group of nine leading-edge medical clinics focused on providing a unique model of integrated health care involving physiotherapists, sport medicine physicians, chiropractors, physiatrists, athletic therapists, naturopathic doctors, massage therapists and more.

Wendy Coombs and her teams treat injuries sustained in sport, work, active lifestyles and motor vehicle accidents, and assist with postoperative recovery, and chronic degenerative or repetitive strain injuries.

With a core focus of making evidence-based, innovative care easy, the team is dedicated to keeping people in the game of work, sport and life. “Joining the Entrepreneurs’ Organization helped me to realize that to be a sustainable health-care service my medical clinics needed to be run as entrepreneurial businesses. My mom taught me to push through physical challenges, see the abundance of opportunity in the world and create the life I want for my family. She inspired me to help others do the same.� ~ Wendy Coombs, CEO

Company snapshot

20 Years in Business

120 employees

Health Care Industry Sector Photo by Ewan Photo Video.

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Jeremy Bridge Company: PK Sound

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professional loudspeaker manufacturer and international touring company, PK Sound is well known for its transparent, full-bodied, powerful sound – a result of new technologies created by people who love music and have a passion for providing a true connection between artist and fan. From a small business operating out of three garages to providing sound for the largest festivals in the world, in just seven years, PK Sound has transformed the professional audio industry. “(My) inspiration comes from those around me. I want to create and I want to share meaningful experiences that impact peoples’ lives. There is nothing more motivating than standing with your best friends watching tens of thousands of people having the time of their life in front of something you’ve built together.” ~ Jeremy Bridge, President & CEO

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8

Years in Business

26

employees

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Harwinder Kang Company: Prime Real Estate Group

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rime Real Estate Group is a full-service, vertically-integrated real estate development and investment firm with assets and operations in Canada and the U.S.A. Harwinder Kang plays a critical role in leading the company vision of providing “one-stop” full service to all tenants and buyers while creating long-term growth for Prime’s investors. Prime’s competitive advantage includes its long-term approach to each project and investment opportunity while creating a balanced and diversified portfolio for individual and institutional investors, shareholders and all stakeholders and most importantly enhancing communities Prime operates in.

“Like any true success story, it’s always what happens ‘after’ life throws a lemon your way! During building the Prime Group, we have gone through two major recessions in less than a decade which has not only tested our true survival skills but also made us strong, conscious and mindful towards our future. Like they say, we cannot change the direction or speed of wind but we sure can adjust our sails to achieve the desired results.” ~ Harwinder Kang, President

Company snapshot

10 Years in Business

100+ employees

Commercial Real Estate & Hospitality Industry Sector Photo by Ewan Photo Video.

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Sheldon Kennedy & Wayne McNeil Company: Respect Group

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n online training program to prevent bullying, abuse, harassment and discrimination, Respect Group brings standardized prevention education to youth coaches, leaders and parents. Respect in Sport for Activity Leaders, Respect in Sport for Parents (implemented by Hockey Calgary, with now over 300,000 parents certified across Canada), Respect in School and Respect in the Workplace help create safe, productive environments in which people of all ages can thrive! “(The defining moment in my journey) was when Sport Manitoba decided to make Respect in Sport mandatory for every coach in the province. It sent a strong message to the entire Canadian sport system that child protection is a sport priority and that coaches … need to have the necessary tools. (My greatest inspiration is) my buddy Sheldon – his endearing personality and unrelenting approach to social change is my inspiration for all we do.” ~ Wayne McNeil, Co-Founder “The defining moment (in my journey) was when I got sober. I always knew what I could do, and I had the vision, but I needed to get healthy in order to carry the message. With Wayne’s expertise in technology … (we were) able to reach thousands of people. My greatest inspiration is Wayne.

He has stuck with me through all the tough times; his true and honest friendship was exactly what I needed.” ~ Sheldon Kennedy, Co-Founder

Company snapshot

13 Years in Business

26

employees

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Bruce Rabik Company: Rogers Insurance Ltd.

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n business now for over 40 years, Rogers Insurance continues to experience tremendous success and growth. The company has evolved from primarily a commercial brokerage to one of the most diversified brokerages in Canada with significant presence in all lines of insurance. Under Rabik’s leadership, an evolution toward digitally-focused brokerages has kept Rogers at the forefront of innovation. Rogers Insurance remains a proud Canadian brokerage and is one of Canada’s largest independent brokerages.

“The culture we have tried to build at Rogers Insurance has as its underlying premise that every individual is capable of significant contributions and is worthy of the utmost respect. It is up to management to enable and set free the desire to accomplish much that is at the heart of everyone. We encourage our fellow employees and provide them with the tools to succeed and then get out of their way. My inspiration is the greatest businessperson who ever lived: Warren Buffett. His humility, common sense and deep appreciation for the humanity that is at the centre of all truly great businesses is what made him the very best.” ~ Bruce Rabik, COO

Company snapshot

40 Years in Business

500 employees

Insurance Industry Sector Photo by Ewan Photo Video.

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Bruce Rabik, COO In 1977, Rogers Insurance was established in Alberta

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Dr. Garth Mann & Jeff Mann Company: Statesman Group of Companies

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developer and builder of multi-family and resort communities, Statesman Group is also a builder and operator of medical and senior living communities including Advanced Medical Group and the Manor Village Life Centres. Committed to the highest level of quality and care of construction, as well as the operations of each business, Dr. Garth Mann and Jeff Mann, with their innovation and unique products, are intimately involved in every project at every stage of its development and operation.

“Uncertainty in any business or profession conflicts with growth and the functionality of the culture of the corporation. We have been coached to associate with qualified persons who are placed in the right positions, so that the obstacles that seem to always surface are avoided/overcome without anxiety or failure. As a graduate eye practitioner, I followed this mission statement throughout a profession and a business career.

My turning point was standing in the National Association of Home Builders book store in Atlanta, Georgia looking for reading material. I was looking at a cover of a book, where Uncle Sam wearing his Lincoln hat was pointing at me from the cover of the book with the caption: ‘If The Building Business Has Not Got You Yet…JUST WAIT!’” ~ Dr. Garth Mann, President & CEO

Company snapshot

41 Years in Business

500+ employees

Real Estate Industry Sector Photo by Fran Munoz

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Dr. Mohamed Nanji Company: Surgical Centres Inc.

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urgical Centres Inc. (SCI) is a group of private medical day surgery centres delivering innovative health-care solutions in Western Canada. With 30 years of experience performing ambulatory day surgeries in non-hospital settings, Dr. Mohamed Nanji has established mutually-beneficial relationships with provincial health authorities, which include long-term contracts to provide surgical services in numerous specialties. Regional health authorities are enabled to actively manage wait lists, increasing or decreasing patients sent to SCI depending on the demand for different surgical specialties. “SCI’s defining moment was when the Saskatchewan government partnered with SCI in the Saskatchewan Surgical Initiative to strive for excellence in patient health care by reducing wait times for elective surgery. The initiative led to the province from having one of the longest average wait times in Canada to having one of the shortest.� ~ Dr. Mohamed Nanji, President & CEO

Company snapshot

29 Years in Business

140 employees

Medical Industry Sector Photo by Ewan Photo Video.

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Jim Button Company: Village Brewery

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n 2011, six partners with a collective 140 years in the beer industry decided to get together and build a brewery from scratch – and more – build a brewery with a conscience. Village Brewery considers itself “equal parts brewery and social movement.” Using its product as a social lubricant, the company creates and distributes beer with the intention of using its position in the market to make Alberta a better place!

“Life is fairly easy when you do things for the right reasons – everything seems to fall in place. That holds true whether it’s building a company, creating a social movement, trying to build a better city or raising a family.” ~ Jim Button, Co-founder

Company snapshot

6

Years in Business

50

employees

Consumer Products Industry Sector Photo by Ewan Photo Video.

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Wayne Henuset Company: Willow Park Wines & Spirits

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n 1994, Willow Park Wines & Spirits opened its doors as the largest private liquor retailer in Canada. With a focus on customer service, product education and extensive product selection, sales continue to increase. Willow Park Wines & Spirits was the first Alberta liquor retailer to offer free tasting events, classes and festivals to educate customers on the flavours and stories of drinks from around the world. Customers continually visit Willow Park Wines & Spirits for a unique experience where they can taste, learn and enjoy exceptional products. “My defining moment was when my father died. At that time he and my uncle ran a business together and when my father passed, my uncle fired me from the company. I had a new home to pay for and a wife I needed to support and I knew at that moment I was on my own to make my success a reality. Ayn Rand and her book Atlas Shrugged has been my greatest inspiration and her teachings helped structure the personal and financial success I have today. I know that if I give people good value, they will come back again.� ~ Wayne Henuset, Owner

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Lynn Donaldson - LD& A | 2016 Leaders Alumni

MOVING FORWARD AS LEADERS IN CALGARY’S DESIGN-BUILD INDUSTRY In 2016, Lynn Donaldson & Associates was pleased to be a Leaders Award winner. Since then, the family-owned design firm has rebranded, has a new logo, and new leadership. The company is now known as LD&A.

Lynn has plenty to be proud of as she plans to scale back on her time as the face of the company. LD&A has won numerous awards and Lynn herself has been recognized twice as a leading female entrepreneur, in addition to being a 2016 Leader.

“Lynn Donaldson & Associates is just too long,” founder Lynn Donaldson smiles as she explains about the new LD&A branding. “Also, while I am still around, the company has progressed beyond me. My son, Neil Bailey, is actively managing the company. Our senior designer, Amy Adams, has returned from maternity leave. Despite a slow start to the year, we have several projects on the go.”

“I was very honoured and proud to be part of such a prestigious group,” she says of her Leaders award. “These awards give credibility to everyone.”

Lynn launched the company in 1988 from her basement, but it didn’t take long for the custom design-build firm to become a huge success.

Now, a full team of interior designers, carpenters, custom cabinetmakers, and project managers design, build, and renovate, bringing clients’ visions to life.

Neil Bailey started at LD&A by assembling and staffing a fabrication shop, building on his years of experience as a certified carpenter. He’s excited about furthering the mission, values and reputation of LD&A, and enjoys working on unique building projects that combine technology, science, innovation and creativity.

As the founder reflects on her career, from working out of a basement office, moving to a commercial location, becoming recognized as a premier design-build firm in Calgary, and watching with pride as her son takes over the reins, she cites “Creating an environment specifically for each client and watching their delight at the results… we are great problem solvers!” as what she loves the most about her professional journey.

“Have the courage to get out front and lead!” Lynn says to other entrepreneurs and would-be Leaders. “Plan and forecast. Know when to step back.” It’s great advice from a businesswoman who has demonstrated what it takes to be a true Leader every day.

Plenty has changed in a year, but as the team at LD&A point out, they are the “same remarkable team, same outstanding services, just easier to say.”

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Frank Lonardelli - Arlington Street Investments | 2016 Leaders Alumni

Frank Lonardelli ARLINGTON STREET INVESTMENTS While it seems to some that Arlington Street Investments (ASI) came out of nowhere to become a leading real estate owner and developer in the city, president and CEO Frank Lonardelli has certainly paid his dues and studied his craft. He has been in the real estate development and investment business for the past two decades. He built three companies from the ground up and spent a great deal of time over the past 10 years sitting on boards and restructuring real estate assets.

It will have an 8,000-square-foot retail presence on the main floor featuring unique retailers that will significantly service the trade area. The vertical structure will be home to 34 unique, high-end residential units, making it the perfect retail/residential mixed-use development in this high-profile intersection.

ASI has focused on this highly-trafficked pedestrian-friendly corridor with the intention of increasing an amenity-rich environment for Calgarians who live, work and play there.

“Now that we have secured the right locations we have a responsibility to develop unique projects. In doing so, these developments will create an ecosystem which will attract more people to the area and significantly increase our brand presence,” he says.

“I guess we’ve been an overnight success that has been 20 years in the making,” Lonardelli says.

This innovative entrepreneur is showing why he won a Leaders Award in 2016 with the creation of his latest real estate portfolio on the 17th Avenue corridor. The ASI team has taken a focused approach to this area, defining seven potential development sites five years ago. But to make it happen ASI had to acquire approximately 40 buildings. To most people, especially in the development community, that would be an impossible undertaking, but Lonardelli was up for the challenge.

“That portfolio took three years to put together, 24-7. That three-year time frame actually equates to investing 15 years’ worth of energy to accomplish the results we’ve been able to achieve,” he says.

“I guess we’ve been an overnight success that has been 20 years in the making,”

And now the fruits of that hard work are about to ripen. ASI is breaking ground this - Frank lonardelli fall on the first of seven high-profile developments that will assist in defining Calgary’s 17th Avenue corridor much in the same way Robson Street is to Vancouver and Bloor Street is to Toronto.

The first project is called The Fifth, aptly named given its location on the northwest corner of 17th Avenue and 5th Street SW.

And that is what Lonardelli is doing.

With the support of incredible strategic partners and the nine employees at ASI, he is turning his vision into reality.

And that vision is what makes Lonardelli stand out in the crowd. He approaches every project as an entrepreneur – he manoeuvres the company through the short-term threats but operates according to long-term, quantifiable trends.

Lonardelli surrounds himself with a highly-ambitious, intelligent and agile team that has the confidence to pursue innovative and challenging projects while maintaining an openness to new ideas. This mode of operation allows ASI to quickly pivot when plans need to change. That adaptability, competence and drive by Lonardelli and his team has helped ASI prosper in a downturn and become a benchmark in the industry.

Frank Lonardelli is a proud entrepreneur, a proud Canadian and a proud Calgarian dedicated to making his city a vibrant, exciting one. With the 17th Avenue corridor portfolio and two new geographic areas targeted for growth, Lonardelli and Arlington Street Investments are well on their way to doing just that.

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Nancy E. Klensch - Summit Kids | 2016 Leaders Alumni

Summit Kids Changes the Face of Childcare

By Rennay Craats

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ancy E. Klensch decided that just OK childcare wasn’t OK at all. She felt strongly that her son – and every other child – deserved to be engaged, captivated and involved in his community, but she couldn’t find a suitable program. Klensch was so disappointed by the lack of quality childcare programming that she changed her life completely to make it better.

“I quit my corporate job and opened Summit Kids in 2009. The driving force behind what we do comes from my son, and the compass I use is ‘would I want this for my own child?’” says Klensch, founder of Summit Kids.

The result is a revolutionary childcare experience for children from 12 months to kindergarten-aged, as well as after-school and spring break and summer programs for elementary students. Summit Kids offers a holistic, child-centric approach to childcare and education-enhancement programs that are delivered by a highly-qualified, inspired staff.

Nancy E. Klensch, founder of Summit Kids.

Summit Kids delivers incredible specialized programs including performing arts, cooking, textiles, computer science, robotics and photography while at the same time incorporates community initiatives like being the Calgary Stampeders Kids Club sponsor that allow Klensch to give back and the children to be involved in the community around them. Summit Kids exposes children to a wide range of activities that reach far beyond the scope of the average childcare centre, and this gives Summit kids an opportunity to tap into their interests and skills at an early age.

“We’ve been successful at moving away from traditional arts and recreation and taking it one step further,” she says.

“Summit Kids lives at the intersection of school and home, and we take pride in being able to give children experiences that they can’t get from school or home.”

“That will provide the opportunity for multigenerational programming, and bringing those populations together has such a great synergy,” Klensch says.

This unique relationship will be fantastic for young and mature participants alike, and Klensch is excited to bring this innovative idea to Calgary. The bright businesswoman is clearly the right person for the job. Klensch recently received the Alberta Women Entrepreneurs Upsurge Award and is a nominee for the EY Entrepreneurial Winning Women Program.

She is elevating the profile of childcare businesses while being recognized for the hard work and success of Summit Kids. And she knows the best is yet to come.

“Keep your eyes open and watch for us because we’re just getting started,” Nancy Klensch says.

For the past eight years, Summit Kids has grown to serve more than 700 children per day with 80 qualified staff members and 14 campuses. It has also expanded to include sister programs with valued partners that will allow Summit Kids to continue providing the very best.

Summit Start is the first of many new daycare programs, one of which launched in Chestermere in May. This program is also partnering with a senior’s residence and will establish a daycare within the senior’s facility next year.

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Jay Westman - Jayman BUILT | 2015 Leaders Alumni

WESTMAN VILLAGE The Pride of Mahogany Lake

BY RENNAY CRAATS For the past 37 years, Jayman BUILT has done it all. As one of the largest builders in Alberta, Jayman has built more than 25,000 multi-family and single-family homes in some of the best communities in the province. So when Jay Westman, Chairman and CEO, says he’s excited about the company’s newest project on Mahogany Lake, people sit up and listen.

“Mahogany is an award-winning community. It’s one of the finest communities I’ve ever had the opportunity of building in,” says Westman.

With a 63-acre lake, 40 kilometres of walking paths, and an abundance of amenities, Westman Village on Mahogany Lake is like no other development in North America.

Jayman is proud to be part of it, with 20 buildings and 864 condominium units making up the Westman Village development. The development boasts four unique home types, each designed with living in mind and offering choices of finishing levels that will suit everyone.

library, demo kitchen and fitness centre with spin and hot yoga. It also boasts a theatre, half-court gymnasium, crafts room, woodworking area, golf simulator, and a wine locker.

In addition, Westman Village will feature 40,000 square feet of retail space featuring niche establishments like coffee shops, boutique wine stores and barbershops. There are two feature restaurants as well; Headquarters will serve delicious and healthy food while Chairman’s Steakhouse will offer high-end dining in a beautiful lake-front location.

“We have every amenity you can think of. Everything is right out your door,” says Westman.

The first units will be ready for possession summer 2018 while the entire project will be completed in 36 months. Until then, interested buyers and renters can visit the two show suites at the Jayman offices and three show suites on site at the presentation centre at Mahogany Lake to check out the amazing plans for Westman Village for themselves.

For the first time, Jayman is offering units for rent but with the service and customization for which the builder is famous for.

Jay Westman is thrilled to be part of this development, making Mahogany an even more incredible place to live and play.

“We’re treating rental customers like new-home buyers.

We’re offering up to 10-year leasing and we’re letting them customize their homes just as if they were buying the property,” says Westman.

“There’s nothing like this community anywhere,” says Jay. And from a man who has done it all, that’s saying something.

Westman Village also has for-sale condominiums that are surrounded by incredible landscaping—water features, green space, enormous decks, and interlocking paving stones throughout the community. There is a wing for seniors and retirees as well as a building with for-sale luxury condominiums right on the lake. With price points in the development ranging from $220,000 to $1.4 million, there are incredible opportunities for everyone.

Jayman has thought of everything, and the amenities of the development are mind-blowing. The 35,000 square-foot Amenity Centre will house a swimming pool, waterslide,

JAY WESTMAN, CHAIRMAN AND CEO OF JAYMAN BUILT

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David Wallach - Barclay Street Real Estate Ltd. | 2015 Leaders Alumni

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Business in Calgary Leader in 2015, Barclay Street Real Estate Ltd., a Calgary-owned full-service real estate brokerage and property management firm, is once again being recognized for its leadership – and there isn’t any question why: David Wallach, CCIM, president and broker, Barclay Street Real Estate, hasn’t stopped pushing the company to greater and more challenging heights.

David used his innovative leadership style and strong entrepreneurial spirit to turn the small, Calgary-based establishment into one of the most prominent and respected commercial real estate brokerages in Alberta.

Joining a group of senior negotiators who had bought an established real estate firm, David was quick to show his knack for leadership. Assuming the role of president in 2003, and with a rigorous growth plan in mind, the company began to grow. In 2004, the brokerage was rebranded as Barclay Street Real Estate, and in 2007, property management was added to Barclay Street’s portfolio of services.

The division has grown dramatically ever since. Barclay Street now manages properties throughout Alberta; however, its local expertise has done anything but stay local. Ever since David established the company’s partnership with TCN Worldwide, a consortium of independent commercial real estate firms that serves a network of over 1,200 commercial real estate firms globally, Barclay Street’s then-national reach has gone global.

When it was last awarded for its leadership in 2015, Barclay Street’s property management division was in management of close to 2.3 million square feet of commercial properties, and

the company hasn’t stopped growing since. Today, the company manages over 4.2 million square feet, a fact that David attributes to their employee’s dedication and drive to lead by example, to continually learn and improve, and to figure out how to make their clients’ experiences better.

That’s what has allowed Barclay Street to continue to serve businesses throughout Western Canada – and now the world – for more than 40 years.

But its accomplishments don’t stop there.

Barclay Street Real Estate was recently selected as the 2017 Consumer Choice Award winner in the category of Real Estate-Commercial for southern Alberta. This is the fourth year the company has been selected for the award, and that is the result of employee loyalty and their dedication to walk the extra mile for Barclay Street’s clients.

Beyond striving to provide the best real estate expertise to businesses across the globe, part of David’s dedication to leadership involves his community. Barclay Street is continually finding new ways to give back by supporting causes, such as numerous local and national charities as well as foundations.

David and the Barclay Street team have pushed the company miles (or rather square feet) ahead in their dedication to making communities and businesses better places for everyone – at home as well as across the globe – and that dedication is part of why Barclay Street continues to find so much success as it strives toward the highest levels of personal, professional and financial attainment.

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Allison Grafton - Rockwood Custom Homes | 2014 Leaders Alumni

Rockwood Custom Homes: Leading by Design

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able to successfully take that vision and proprietary model and apply it to high-end multi-family [homes] in a way that really differentiates us from other multi-family developments around the city,” Grafton notes.

llison Grafton, president and partner of Rockwood Custom Homes, was pleased to accept a Leaders Award in 2014. Three years later, along with her partner Grainger Nimmo, the team at Rockwood Custom Homes continue to innovate and thrive in a luxury custom homebuilding business.

“The most significant achievement for us has been the ground breaking on our Residences of King Edward project,” says Grafton. “The Residences, a $35-million dollar development in the heart of southwest Calgary, are already over 70 per cent presold after launching last May. The project is monumental, not only for Rockwood, but for the city of Calgary as it marks the first exclusive master-planned arts community and cultural hub in the city.”

ALLISON GRAFTON, PRESIDENT AND PARTNER OF ROCKWOOD CUSTOM HOMES.

Other achievements include the near completion of the exclusive Villas at Aspen Heights, a $50-million dollar development that was sold out and 85 per cent completed in two years.

“While, the core of our business remains focused on building world-class luxury single-family homes, we have been

“Our team has grown significantly,” she adds, “However, we continue to run efficiently and executing at our standard of excellence given how rapidly we have expanded. From the onset, Rockwood has hired incredibly strong, talented team members and continues to attract individuals from a wide variety of industries. In addition to the growth of the business, we now offer complete interior design services, and started going down the path of commercial offerings, engaging with those who want the Rockwood touch brought to their professional or retail environments.”

Grafton concludes, “Our clients notice the difference that we’ve brought to the industry – superior customer service and financial stewardship, exceptional attention to detail and quality, and project management practices that really honour both the build and the client.

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Bob Robinson - Westcor Construction | 2013 Leaders Alumni

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Westcor Construction

By Rennay Craats When Bob Robinson was given a Leaders Award in 2013, the business world was a very different place. Since then, the downturn has affected every industry and eroded the Alberta economy. True leaders are those who find a way to get through the down times and out the other side stronger, and Robinson has proven he deserves the title.

Robinson weathered the downturn with continued dedication to quality and customer satisfaction as well as a commitment to the company’s future. As a full-service general contractor and construction manager, Westcor specializes in commercial, institutional and industrial work throughout southern Alberta and has nurtured solid, long-term relationships with clients. Clients can trust projects will be done on time, on budget, and done right, and Westcor takes pride in delivering.

Over the past few years, Robinson has focused on getting Westcor Construction’s strategic plan in order, and the result has been a stronger, leaner company that exceeds customers’ expectations in all areas. The process allowed Robinson to nail down where the company is going and how to get there, and more importantly why they are doing it in the first place.

“We’ve never done that before. We could always explain what we did and how we did it but to answer why took a while, and what came out was eye-opening,” says Bob Robinson, president and CEO of Westcor Construction.

It turned out Westcor was in business for a lofty reason: to build a better world for clients, employees and the community. Robinson and his team do this through their commitment to integrity, quality, and innovation as well as a collaborative approach where one plus one equals so much more than two. Westcor is a large construction company that maintains the personalized service of a small one, making customers feel as though their project is Westcor’s only project.

BOB ROBINSON, PRESIDENT AND CEO OF WESTCOR CONSTRUCTION.

The corporate philosophy of people before profit has the company walking the talk by supporting a large number of charities and causes. This culture of engagement, empowerment and integrity has gone beyond just serving clients and supporting causes. It has also changed how Westcor looks at and conducts its business.

“The culture is driving the business now where back in 2013 it was me driving the business. It’s a powerful thing to see the culture take over,” says Robinson.

Westcor’s business is now modelled on an inverted pyramid, which encourages valuable contributions from the employees working in the field in order to implement changes that truly improve service levels. Employees from the top down are expected to look at their contributions to achieving the corporate vision and see if there are ways they can do better moving forward.

After all, Westcor Construction builds more than buildings. It builds relationships. It builds a foundation on which the future company can sit. And it truly is building a better world, one project at a time.

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Victor Petrovic - Mostar | 2012 Leaders Alumni

In 2012, Mostar’s CEO Victor Petrovic was chosen as a “Leader of Tomorrow.” We were not surprised.

We know Victor as a trailblazer who has completed the last 12 Boston Marathons, stared down the barrel of a Soviet tank, grown a small business headquartered in his garage into a thriving machine shop, and created a technical leader in the world of directional drilling with Mostar.

Not content with introducing the world’s first patented Dual Telemetry MWD system, Victor has continued to adapt to the changing needs of the market by pioneering new technology and delivery models.

Victor has launched a cementing services company to ensure Mostar’s directional clients a consistent level of unparalleled service, and has opened Mostar in Texas to bring even more customers the Mostar advantage.

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Greg Keller - Bon Ton Meat Market | 2010 Leaders Alumni

Bon Ton Meat Market

By Rennay Craats

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lot has changed since Greg Keller, owner of Bon Ton Meat Market, was presented with the Leaders Award in 2010.

They moved from the Stadium Shopping Centre into a 7,000-square-foot store in Crowfoot Crossing to accommodate the shop’s growth. Along with the meats on display, Bon Ton now offers ready-to-eat foods like ribs, chili and cabbage rolls prepared inhouse, delectable desserts, and a full-service deli with preservativefree meats. Business is booming and Bon Ton has swelled to a staff of 26 to serve customers better.

With all that change, nothing has changed at Bon Ton Meat Market.

“Through all the ups and downs and trends and economics, we haven’t changed a thing,” says Keller. “We’ve stuck to our core principles and it has paid off in spades.”

Bon Ton has won Calgary’s Consumer Choice Award for Business Excellence for 16 straight years. The reason is simple. Keller refuses to do anything that jeopardizes the company’s 96-year commitment to quality and service. He stocks the cases with hormone-free, antibiotic-free pork; the finest AAA Alberta beef; local lamb; and free-range chicken and turkey. Bon Ton butchers can customize the cut and quantity to suit customers’ preferences and are on hand to answer questions and offer suggestions.

“With the explosion of cooking shows, people are getting very creative with food and that’s our strength. We have it all and if we don’t, we can get it. We can customize it to whatever you want,” he says.

Bon Ton sells only the highest-quality meats, has an incredible selection, and friendly expert staff both behind the counter and behind the scenes. Keller hires only the best meat cutters in the business, and he operates only the one store to guarantee that the quality isn’t compromised by spreading these skilled employees too thin. But that doesn’t mean he doesn’t want to service the whole city.

In the past year, the store started offering home delivery for a small flat fee. Customers can place an order by 2:00 and it will be delivered anywhere in Calgary, Cochrane or Airdrie the following day at a time that is convenient for customers. Delivery orders meet the same high standards of quality as in-store ones, and Keller makes sure

each order is perfect and that clients get exactly what they wanted.

Corporations are also taking advantage of delivery for their events, ordering anything from beef on a bun and pulled pork to cooked turkeys and roasts.

Bon Ton Meat Market remains committed to quality, service and a positive atmosphere just like when it opened in 1921. Keller is proud to give Calgarians an experience when they come into the shop.

“Every day is grand opening. It has to be the same level no matter what day or time you come. We’re keeping it very old fashioned,” Greg Keller says.

Quality products and old-fashioned personalized service never go out of style.

Our friendly experienced staff are always around to help make sure any customer will be a returning customer.

403.282.3132 | 28 Crowfoot Circle NW www.bontonmeatmarket.com

greg Olynyk - EnviroShred Inc. | 2010 Leaders Alumni

EnviroShred Inc.

An Industry Leader in Mobile Shredding

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reg Olynyk’s business consists of huge vision and tiny pieces of paper. Over the past 11 years, his company EnviroShred Inc. has become the largest independentlyowned shredding company in Canada, offering clients the peace of mind knowing their confidential papers are being disposed of securely, correctly and in an environmentally-responsible way.

computer hard-drive degaussing – the first data destruction company in Alberta to offer this service on site. It’s critical for the EnviroShred team to stay ahead of the curve through technology and innovation while providing amazing, personalized customer service for local clients. After all, local is important to Olynyk.

And EnviroShred delivers on all counts. It is a mobile shredding company so everything is collected and shredded on site in one of the company’s 12 state-of-the-art shredding trucks.

“We are locally owned and our profits stay in Alberta,” he says.

“We try to do business whenever we can with local providers to support our economy.”

“It’s far more secure and most professional organizations and government agencies require on-site shredding,” says Olynyk.

“On-site shredding is the only true way to ensure your material is destroyed properly, with less material handling and liability risks for clients.”

EnviroShred supports the local community as well through its involvement with charitable causes and youth sports teams, and it takes pride in its superior local staff. The well-trained employees work hard and are treated like family in return.

The process is simple for clients. They can schedule their visit frequency according to their needs or book a purge appointment for a one-time shred. Regular clients use the shredding bins provided and clients can even watch their materials being shredded thanks to closed-circuit video monitoring in the trucks.

Each truck can shred between 5,000 and 9,000 pounds of paper per hour. With a customer base of around 3,000 clients serviced by branches in Calgary, Edmonton and Medicine Hat and 7,000 workplace shredding bins it equates to a lot of paper.

EnviroShred conducts nearly 45,000 annual visits to clients ranging from small one-person operations to large corporations and recycles all shredded material – more than 3,300 metric tons of paper per year.

The company has grown organically since it began in 2006 and it is in the process of expanding beyond security shredding to include organics and broader recycling. It also offers

“We remunerate our employees better than our competitors do, so we pay a bit more but we expect a bit more too,” he says.

These high expectations mean EnviroShred drivers will be on time, professional and do a great job for clients. And clients recognize that giving EnviroShred the nod with consumer awards for performance and service.

For more than a decade, EnviroShred Inc. has offered Alberta clients an efficient, cost-effective and secure way to destroy data on site. And as the company realizes its vision as it grows, EnviroShred will continue to be the one to blaze a trail for others to follow in the industry.

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Dave Howard - The Event Group | 2009 Leaders Alumni

Producing concer ts and keynote events for our clients across Canada since 1997.

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