Humbled and Honoured

This month, Alberta Venture came out with Alberta’s 50 Most Influential People of 2011 list and I was truly honoured to be selected as one of the recipients. In the past, this list has included prominent Albertans including Premier Ed Stelmach, Ron Liepert and OSDG’s current Executive Director, Ken Chapman. This year is no different with people such as Stephen Harper, Patrick Daniel and Elizabeth Cannon. The list is quite diverse with individuals of every age and from various sectors and industries all with one commonality; making Alberta a great place to call home.   

My life in Alberta has provided me with many opportunities to benefit this province as well as an industry that I so strongly believe in. The article went as far as to title me an Oil Sands Evangelist as I spend my time “criss-crossing the continent in an effort to spread affection [for the oil sands]”. I have not found it difficult at all to get involved with, and promote, an industry that benefits so many. I consider my time well spent and a contribution to my own personal growth.

I am very appreciative of this acknowledgement and I’m humbled to be named among the group that was chosen.