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It’s too often that the hard work, dedication and creativity of a young professional working in the energy industry are overshadowed by those established in the industry. The industry is also known to be attached to an intimidation factor which discourages the Millennial Generation to seek a career in our ever changing industry. Well, that’s about to change! The OGM wants to turn the spotlight on young professionals, who make a difference in our industry everyday. Their commitment, endless hours of hard work and passion prove that anyone can attain a career in the energy industry.
We are excited to profile individuals in every issue from various companies that truly deserve the spotlight. We want to show the world that these young professionals mean business as they have each achieved levels of success that are motivating, inspiring and rewarding.
Awarded Calgary’s Most Compelling person in 2013, Calgary-raised and educated, an MBA from U of C and a mechanical engineering degree from Schulich School of Engineering, Joanna is Chair of the World Petroleum Council Youth Forum and considers her position with ConocoPhillips Canada a career milestone. Her maxim, “If you set out with the intention […]
Gord Stifanyk was recently recruited by Coffey Geotechnics to lead business development in Western Canada. This is a paradigm shift from the first 15 years of his career where he focused his efforts on delivery as a recognized program manager who spent time working across North America. Gord’s glad to be back in Calgary as […]
When summer finally arrives in NL, there are few places Natasha Hunt would rather be than boating or salmon fishing rivers. Born into an entrepreneurial family from Bell Island, Natasha’s introduction into the world of business began at a young age. Her parents started their business, Hunt’s Transport Limited (HTL), from the basement of their […]
Hafiz Mitha was born and raised in Calgary after his parents arrived from East African in the late 1970’s. Earning a Bachelor of Arts, Political Science degree from the University of Calgary, Hafiz’s natural route was Law School, however his entrepreneurial blood moved him towards co-founding JOI Media in 2008. A software development firm, his […]
Edward Ogden is a Director of Spencer Ogden Inc. and Co-Head of the Americas region. Ogden along with Jon Macaulay, spearheaded the Spencer Ogden Houston office opening and continues overseeing the growth of Spencer Ogden, Inc. in North and South America including rollout of new offices in Calgary, New York, San Francisco and Rio de […]
Christina Karapataki is a Venture Principal in the Early Stage Technology Investments group at Schlumberger Technology Corporation. She specializes in early stage investments in energy, advanced materials and sustainability technologies. Her current focus is on finding early stage technologies, across multiple sectors and industries, which can be adapted to serve oilfield applications. Prior to her […]
Initially my role included the development and implementation of governance mechanisms, a formal Board reporting structure, and new business development. Over two years have elapsed, and now I can honestly say that no two days are alike. I am actively involved in the management of the industrial services lines for the group of companies – […]
David’s recruitment career spans over 15 years and involved working internationally with global companies providing recruitment services. David was a founder of recruitment giant Huntress Group where he was a group Board Director and managed the technology division as well as developing the now coveted graduate academy. When Huntress Group was sold for £52 million […]
Kali Taylor developed her passion for community building growing up in a small town where she learned “if you want something to do you are going to have to create it.” Kali got her first job in the energy industry at the young age of 19 and worked for several energy companies while simultaneously studying […]
In 2012 Rob Pitcairn relocated to Calgary to pursue a business development career in Enbridge’s Alternative and Emerging Technology group. The Alternative and Emerging Technology group looks for investment opportunities that either: offer new growth platforms for Enbridge’s Energy infrastructure business, or the ability to improve operational performance of Enbridge’s existing assets. Prior to joining […]
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