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Calgary, Ab, Ca

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

• A special project with my kids to educate them in a business start-up, navigation of regulatory hurdles with a new concept, finances, inventory control, cash flow management and proof of concept while providing them an income and an opportunity to franchise the company• Café du Parc a first of its kind self contained semi-permanent café located in North Glenmore Park, Calgary, Alberta.

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Leadership & Strategic Direction: Fostered a collaborative environment by providing leadership and strategic guidance to align AWS with its mission and goals, respecting the diverse priorities of team members while building consensus and shared purpose.Governance and Compliance: Supported AWS in maintaining high governance standards and adhering to Safe Sport and national policies, ensuring a safe, inclusive environment for athletes. Emphasized clear communication and encouraged input from all stakeholders to reinforce a culture of mutual respect and accountability.Program Development: Actively engaged with team members to develop and implement initiatives aimed at broadening participation and creating a welcoming environment. Valued and incorporated diverse perspectives to design programs that resonated with and supported athletes from varied backgrounds.Policy and Procedures: Led efforts to create and continuously improve policies and procedures, promoting consistency while remaining adaptable to feedback and evolving needs. Built strong relationships by prioritizing transparency, supporting team priorities, and fostering a shared commitment to athlete development.

Alberta, Canada

Calgary, Canada Area

Led Boaz Pharmaceuticals from its inception to becoming a licensed producer under Health Canada’s ACMPR (License #10-MM0828/2018), fostering a culture of collaboration and shared purpose across all levels of the organization. Spearheaded the design, construction, and licensing of a 21,000 sq. ft. production facility, achieving one of the fastest licensing approvals within 10 months—a success driven by close partnerships, open communication, and a team-oriented approach.Oversaw all operational, regulatory, and strategic initiatives, expanding the company’s reach across Canada. Worked closely with teams to ensure regulatory compliance, high product quality, and sustainable growth, emphasizing inclusivity and respect for individual contributions. Built strong relationships with staff, regulators, and stakeholders, positioning Boaz as a trusted and recognized brand in the industry.Guided the company through industry challenges by uniting the team around shared goals and resilience, ultimately leading to a successful strategic sale that underscored Boaz’s value and impact in the sector. This accomplishment highlighted the power of teamwork, respect for diverse perspectives, and the strength of relationships built within and beyond the organization.

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

As a board member, I provided strategic guidance and governance oversight with an inclusive, collaborative approach to support The Newly Institute’s mission in mental health and addiction treatment. Contributed to the launch and expansion of new clinics across Canada, working closely with fellow board members to establish operational frameworks and support sustainable business growth. Focused on aligning with regulatory standards while fostering open dialogue around best practices in corporate governance and compliance. Actively engaged in board discussions to encourage diverse perspectives, drive thoughtful decision-making, and secure sustainable funding, ultimately enhancing the institute’s capacity to deliver high-quality, accessible mental health care.

Calgary, Canada Area

At FaciliOp Experts, I led a team dedicated to transforming plant performance and operational excellence across industries, building the company from the ground up with a focus on inclusive leadership, collaboration, and strong relationship-building. With a network of highly skilled engineers and operations specialists—many with over 20 years of field experience—our team supported projects across North America, Asia, and the Middle East, providing deep expertise in plant and pipeline operations.Our mission centered on delivering sustainable, fit-for-purpose, and cost-effective technical solutions that prioritized safety, reliability, and efficiency, ultimately maximizing clients' return on investment. Guided by a vision to become North America's premier technical expert provider, I directed FaciliOp's strategic growth through an inclusive, team-focused approach, securing multi-year contracts with global clients and establishing the company as a trusted partner in facilities and pipeline management.With a commitment to collaboration and open communication, I championed the successful sale of FaciliOp to The SM Group International, ensuring a seamless transition and positioning the company for continued growth under new leadership. This journey underscored the strength of our team’s relationships, shared vision, and commitment to excellence.

Canada

Tasked with fostering a safe, reliable, and regulatory-compliant environment across a diverse network of assets, including 11 gas processing facilities, six acid gas injection wells, 1,600 km of raw gas gathering pipelines, and field and sales compression facilities. Entrusted with managing a $59 million annual operational budget, I embraced a collaborative and inclusive leadership style, working closely with a skilled team of operations specialists and engineers to implement an improvement program that elevated system reliability from the low 80% range to the high 90% range in under two years.By prioritizing open communication, shared accountability, and respect for each team member’s contributions, we achieved alignment on strategic process optimization and performance standards. This inclusive approach allowed us to deliver cost-effective and sustainable enhancements across all facilities. Our success was driven by a culture of empowerment, where each individual’s expertise was recognized and leveraged to create meaningful, lasting results.

Canada

Led the Pressure Equipment Integrity Management Program and Pressure Relief Device Program for Pipeline Field Services (PLFS), fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment focused on safety, regulatory compliance, and operational integrity across all plant facilities. Guided and supported the Integrity Team to uphold high technical standards and encouraged open communication to achieve shared goals.Integrity and Risk Management: Collaboratively directed facility risk assessments in data rooms to support the acquisition of companies and facilities. Led risk analysis and certification of systems for fitness for purpose, establishing inspection standards, including a pressure equipment management program and total outage inspection guidelines.Capital Maintenance Collaboration: Worked closely with the maintenance capital team to develop risk mitigation strategies and uphold integrity standards, focusing on long-term operational resilience and safety.Pre-Commissioning & Commissioning Leadership: Developed and implemented a care custody transfer process to manage pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up operations. Supported and empowered team members in coordinating and directing commissioning tasks, ensuring alignment and cooperation across project teams.Multi-Team Collaboration: Promoted a multi-team approach to facilitate smooth transitions from construction to commissioning, creating a supportive environment where team members could contribute ideas to optimize turnover schedules and commissioning activities.Client Handover: Collaboratively certified systems for fitness for purpose, working with team members to ensure rigorous standards were met before formal client handovers.This role required a collaborative approach to integrity management and operational excellence, valuing each team member’s contributions and fostering a culture of shared responsibility to enhance reliability, safety, and technical quality throughout the organization.

Canada

Accountable for ensuring safe, reliable, and regulatory-compliant operations across a complex suite of facilities, including a 550 Ton/Day Sulphur Plant (Modified Claus Process), a 110 MW Cogeneration Facility with waste heat recovery boilers, laboratory, effluent area, and butane/propane storage and loading facilities. Emphasizing an inclusive and collaborative leadership approach, I directly managed a team of 32, comprising 2nd and 3rd Class Power Engineers, Effluent Operators, Laboratory Technicians, Relief Operators, and non-union staff.Guided by a commitment to open communication and shared accountability, I worked closely with team members to uphold high safety and performance standards. In my role, I also led the Cogeneration Facility as a standalone business in partnership with Atco Power, fostering a collaborative, results-driven environment that empowered individuals and leveraged their expertise to achieve operational excellence.

Canada

Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of critical plant equipment, including gas turbines, heat recovery steam generators, and auxiliary power systems at the McMahon Gas Plant. Played a key role in maintaining continuous plant operations, conducting routine inspections, and ensuring regulatory compliance.Equipment Operation & Maintenance: Operated and maintained key systems to support optimal plant performance, troubleshooting complex mechanical and electrical issues to minimize downtime.Commissioning & Start-Up: Contributed to the successful commissioning of major plant projects, including cogeneration facilities, ensuring all systems met safety and performance standards.Safety & Compliance: Adhered to rigorous safety protocols and industry regulations, conducting regular checks and collaborating with team members to uphold a safe working environment.Team Collaboration: Worked closely with cross-functional teams to support seamless daily operations and enhance plant reliability, fostering a cooperative environment focused on achieving shared operational goals.Training & Mentorship: Provided training and mentorship to junior engineers, sharing best practices and supporting skill development within the team.

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