Alumni Built Business Directory

At UCalgary, we’re proud to support a growing portfolio of businesses owned by our incredible alumni. The Alumni Built Business (ABB) program was created to bring these businesses together to connect, collaborate and thrive as a community.

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Business Name	Alum	Year	Title	Company Info
10 Adventures	Richard Campbell	BComm’99	Founder & CEO	10Adventures is a multi-day tour marketplace that allows active and adventure travelers to book custom and private trips in over 75 countries
8West Dental Care	Henry Lam	MA'12	Owner	General and comprehensive dentistry in downtown Calgary.
Active Witness	Heath Driscoll	BComm’16	VP, Business Development	Active Witness is a Vancouver-based, hosted cloud-based Access Control company. To simplify things, we are a manufacturer of intelligent IoT edge devices and visitor management software. Our mission: to Redefine Access.
Adrienne Furrie Makeup	Adrienne Furrie	BComm’02	founder	Local and Canadian made beauty products focusing on sustainable sourcing and packaging, and luxurious quality.
AeroShield Materials Inc.	Aaron Baskerville-Bridges	BSc’15	co-founder and VP Operations	AeroShield is developing super-insulating, transparent inserts for windows, bringing state-of-the-art thermal comfort and energy savings into buildings at an affordable price. We work with insulated-glass manufacturers to integrate our material inside of new windows, ready to install in your home.
Aikido of the San Juans	Lisa Jensen	BA’87	owner and an instructor	Traditional aikido dojo offering instruction to adults and children in a fun, supportive atmosphere.
ALCLA Native Plants	Latifa Pelletier-Ahmed	BS'09 Botany	Owner	ALCLA Native Plants is a nursery operating in Treaty 7 Territory and Metis Region 3 in Alberta that has promoted native plants since 1992. We carry plants and seeds for over 150 species of grasses, shrubs and wildflowers native to Alberta. We wild-collect our seed to preserve genetic diversity and ensure climate tolerance for the Calgary area. We offer consultation to advise on native plant implementation on projects. Educational services and custom seed collection and growing are also available. We supply plants for home gardens, schoolyard naturalization, prairie restoration projects and more. Planting native plants is the best way to support declining wildlife populations including native birds, bees and butterflies.
All of Her Business	Jana Boyko	BA’16	BComm’16, founder and CEO	All of Her Business is dedicated to holistically supporting women in their transformation from employee to entrepreneur. As the founder & CEO, Jana Boyko aims to help women build businesses in ways that are more conscious, sustainable, and life-giving. Her latest book, Bedside Business Plan: A Guided Journal for Aspiring Entrepreneurs, will be available for pre-order beginning in November 2021.
All Things Cedar	Andrew Stordeur	BA'02	Owner	For over 25 years, All Things Cedar has turned sustainably-sourced wood into beautiful, quality products for life outside. All Things Cedar Incorporated is a world leader in fine patio furniture, outdoor furniture, and garden furniture. Our craftsmen use Western Red Cedar to hand-produced quality patio furniture to transform your outdoor living spaces. These pieces are created from sustainable and durable quality real wood - materials that will hold up outdoors on your patio, deck, or in your garden.
Applied Broadband Inc.	Jason Schnitzer	BSc.'95	Founder & CEO	Applied Broadband - We are the Engineers of better broadband. A privately held R+D company formed to create powerful new service delivery platforms and network technologies for the planet's leading internet providers. Driven by our model of continuous invention, Applied Broadband develops programmable network technologies that advance the connected experience for billions of people worldwide.
Arcturus Therapeutics	Joseph Payne	MSc’99	president and CEO	Arcturus is a clinical stage messenger RNA medicines and vaccines company.
aspirHer Women's Business Club	Milena Radakovic	BComm'95	Co-Founder & Co-CEO	aspiHer is more than a women’s club. It’s where ambition meets authenticity—across generations. Whether you're a new grad, launching something new, leading in your field, pivoting mid-career, or rediscovering yourself after 60, aspiHer brings together women who are still reaching—for growth, connection, meaning, and impact. This is the only membership that connects 25-year-olds and 65+ -year-olds in the same room as equals with stories to tell and futures to shape. It’s not about status. It’s about what’s still possible. Through curated events, real conversations, and an unfiltered community of doers, you’ll find your people—and the space to build whatever comes next. No cliques. No fluff. Just a bold, inclusive space for women who still aspire to more.
atVenu	Derek C Ball	BComm'91	Founder, Michelle Williams, BSW'99	Founded in 2012, atVenu is the world’s leading live event commerce platform. Powering the sales of merchandise, food, and beverage at more than 125,000 shows each year, atVenu can be found in every major entertainment market. We offer our customers an all in one solution which combines a robust backend of feature rich software along with a front-end point of sale designed for the non-traditional needs of temporary and transient commerce. We go where the artists, athletes, and entertainers go!
Auburn Bay Physio Chiro Massage	Kerrin Maroti	BKin’10	owner and a physiotherapist	We are a boutique multidisciplinary clinic offering physiotherapy, chiropractic care and massage in Auburn Bay, Calgary. We are proud to offer a wide range of treatments and techniques to support our manual therapy and help provide long-lasting results. This includes acupuncture, dry needling, shockwave and Pilates.
Audrey Whitson	Audrey Whitson	BSW’81	an author	I'm an award-winning author of three critically acclaimed books: Teaching Places (WLUP, 2003), The Glorious Mysteries and Other Stories (Thistledown Press, 2013) and The Death of Annie the Water Witcher by Lightning (NeWest Press, 2019). My website offers several ways to purchase, including from Alberta publishers and from the author.
Authentic Jiu Jitsu	Benjamin Kool	BA'08 BEd'11	Owner/Head Coach	Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a martial art, combat sport and self-defence system that focuses on grappling skills such as throws, takedowns and ground fighting. The “gentle art” was built on the concept that a smaller, weaker person can successfully defend against a bigger, stronger opponent. This can be achieved by using proper technique, leverage and most importantly taking the fight to the ground and applying a dynamic range of joint locks and choke holds. Authentic Jiu Jitsu offers technical and authentic instruction for all ages and all walks of life. AJJ members train for a variety of reasons such as: competition, self defence, enhancing physical fitness, building confidence and life skills, making new social connections, and most importantly, fun. Please visit or contact the school for additional information or to inquire about a free introductory lesson and tour of the academy with Professor Ben. At AJJ, you can always expect to experience our positive community that is built upon mutual respect and inclusion, professional instruction designed to help all members meet their goals, and lastly, an updated facility that is meticulously taken care of and cleaned regularly.
Banana Backpacks	Michael Funk	BA’14	general manager	From backyard adventures to round the world trips, Banana Backpacks builds packs and gear that help everyday adventurers leave a positive impact on the world and become the explorers they were born to be.
Barrington Griffiths Watch Company	Mark Griffiths	BSc’89	MEDes’03, owner	We design and manufacture wristwatches
Bedside Business Plan Ltd.	Brad Boyko	BComm'18	Founder	Bedside Business Plan is a tool to support aspiring entrepreneurs to take the first or next step in their business. A guided methodology for Business Planning in a guided journal format that is digestible and approachable to make entrepreneurship accessible to all. A deliberate focus of the journal places the entrepreneur at the centre of the business, with an emphasis for their wellness and sustainability throughout their journey.
Bessie Box	Shanika Abeysinghe	BA’16	founder	Natural tastes better from farm to you. Serving both Calgary and area and Edmonton and area, Bessie Box delivers naturally raised meat and seafood directly to your front door.
Better World Consulting	Jennifer Burgess	BA '05	Owner	How the world connects and what the public expects of stakeholder relations and communications has changed, but the industry hasn't. Better World Consulting will work with you on a comprehensive communications and public engagement strategy that goes beyond quick fixes and gimmicks and instead starts with alignment of your company's values. If your company is committed to making the world a better place, working with me is where you start.
Blia co	Laura Giovanetto	BN’20	Content & Communications Director and a co-founder	Blia Co is a social enterprise that sells handmade polymer clay earrings. Blia Co believes in the worth, power, and inherent beauty of all women, and 10% of every sale made is donated to partner organizations that help empower women worldwide.
Bloom Benefits Group Limited	Ranny Shibley	BSc'06	CEO	Bloom Benefits Group specializes in providing personalized employee group benefits and related services to businesses across Canada and the U.S. Our offerings include: Employee Benefits: Tailored plans that prioritize individual needs, long-term savings, and sustained value. Health and Wellness Accounts: Flexible accounts available in taxable and non-taxable options to enhance corporate culture. Group Retirement Plans: Customized solutions such as Group RRSPs, Group Pension Programs, and TFSA Plans to attract and reward top talent. Executive Benefits: Compensation strategies designed to retain key personnel driving business success. Life Insurance: Policies aimed at protecting families in unforeseen circumstances. Disability and Critical Illness Insurance: Coverage options to safeguard livelihoods against unexpected challenges. Cross-Border Benefits: Streamlined administration and cost-effective programs for companies operating across borders.
BLP Law	Brian Prill	BA’00	LLB’00, MBA’01 president	BLP Law focuses on all areas of corporate finance and securities transactions, which includes exempt market financings, initial public offerings, dealer registration, mining related transactions, tech and start-up companies, mergers and acquisitions and general corporate matters.
Bluebird Psychology	Amy Dykstra	BComm'08 BA'14 MEd'18	Owner Registered Psychologist	Bluebird Psychology is a private practice in Calgary, Alberta, offering child counselling, parent consultation, psychoeducational assessments, gifted testing, ADHD assessments, and assessments for PDD/AISH. We offer services both in person in Calgary and virtually throughout Alberta.
Bolder Climbing Community	Regan Kennedy	BEd'14	co-owner	Bolder Climbing Community is Calgary's first bouldering-specific climbing gym! With a wide variety of difficulty in the climbs, there is something here for everyone whether you are an experienced climber or want to try out climbing for the first time. There is a weights area with a full rack and free weights for you to work out in, along with a cafe serving up locally roasted craft coffee and snacks, and a small retail area with climbing gear and clothing available! Bouldering is a very social sport, so it's a great way to hit both your exercise and social needs all in one go; come check it out!
Botls Beverage Corp	Shelby Xa	BComm'20	CEO / Co-Founder	Bot’l Beverage Corp is a Calgary-based startup bringing humor and personality to hydration. With our flagship product, Botl of Wah Uh, we’re on a mission to make people smile while delivering crisp, refreshing canned water. Think of us as the fun, quirky answer to boring bottled water—Canada’s take on Liquid Death.
Branded Basics	Brittney Warner	BA-H'15	Co-Founder	Branded Basics offers unique, personalized branded hats and toques, perfect for showcasing your own brand, company swag, giving as a present for a family member, friend, or new baby, and for sports team apparel.
Bridgeland Market	Yousef Traya	'02 Bachelor of Community Rehabilitation	Owner & General Manager	A neighbourhood grocery store complete with florist, espresso bar, deli, produce and in-house baked goods & prepared meals made daily.
Calgary Arabia	Noha Mohamed	BComm’17	owner, host and producer	Calgary Arabia is Calgary's first and only Arabic radio show, founded in 2015. Our goal is to provide a voice to the Canadian Arab community and keep our audience on track with current artistic and cultural happenings.
Calgary Heritage Roasting Co.	Jamie Parker	BSc’15	president and co-owner	Calgary Heritage Roasting Company is built by the wilderness that drives it. We meticulously marry fresh and bold coffee with the urge to explore. The company found its inspiration over a percolated cup of coffee on a backpacking trip one morning in the rolling hills of Alberta, Canada. Our methods and values were forged from our experiences as wildland firefighters. Since then, the company's foundation continues to grow and evolve during backyard BBQs, weekend mountain adventures, cold ones with friends and late nights under star-filled skies. Like our beans, the love grew naturally. Through experimentation and time we learned more about the art of coffee roasting. We knew we had something special. CHRC is the home-grown, outback, rugged, mountain-fresh, clear skies sort of thing that Alberta is all about. It's here our story truly begins. Calgary Heritage Roasting Company believes in active collaboration, giving back to our environment and community, and getting back to nature. It’s about time your coffee tasted as wild as you are.
CarbonStone Designs	Cameron Curilla	BSc'25 BComm'25	CEO/Co-Founder, William Thomlinson, BComm'25, COO/Co-Founder	At CarbonStone Designs, we design and produce hand-made custom concrete awards and trophies utilizing a variety of 3D Printing techniques. All of our products are supplemented with fly-ash, a waste byproduct of the coal-burning industry used to reduce CO2 emissions and greatly improve strength and durability. We also offer a full suite of technical and aesthetic design capabilities, alongside 3D Printing production.
Chalets at Big White	Fay Qian	MBA'19	VP	Start your winter vacation skiing or snowboarding with a big white rental! Our luxury condos, townhouses and chalets accommodations is from Kelowna BC.
ChemEscape Consulting Inc.	Marissa Clapson	PhD '22	CEO / Founder	ChemEscape Consulting Inc. provides scholarship of teaching and learning (SoTL) consultation for post-secondary chemistry and high school science classrooms. This includes but is not limited to course design and review, methods to mitigate unconscious bias in the classroom, workshop design and facilitation, as well as personalized experiential activity and game creation. Likewise, we also develop experiential learning activities and games to teach an assortment of science topics, with a focus on chemistry, for all learning levels. We are expanding to include with our services chemistry consultation in the field of inorganic chemistry as it pertains to academic and industrial research and development. Business registration and main office location will be moving to Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island December 2023.
Chromasense Technologies Inc.	Kathryn Wolfe	BSC'21 PhD'25	Founder, Gregory Welch, BSC'03, PhD'08 Founder, Parker Mikkelsen, BSc'24 MSc'27, Founder	Start-up company located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Our focus is on developing food freshness indicators to replace best before dates as a more accurate way to determine the freshness of foodstuffs. By doing so, we aim to to prevent unnecessary waste and food-related illnesses. Developer of sensors and indicators designed for food packaging to replace best-before dates. The company develops using sustainable materials and methods as a means to reduce waste in both commercial and industrial settings, providing food companies with real-time quality and storage data to prevent food-borne illnesses and reduce waste.
Coach My Case	Marcus Sixta	JD’11	founder	Calgary Heritage Roasting Company is built by the wilderness that drives it. We meticulously marry fresh and bold coffee with the urge to explore. The company found its inspiration over a percolated cup of coffee on a backpacking trip one morning in the rolling hills of Alberta, Canada. Our methods and values were forged from our experiences as wildland firefighters. Since then, the company's foundation continues to grow and evolve during backyard BBQs, weekend mountain adventures, cold ones with friends and late nights under star-filled skies. Like our beans, the love grew naturally. Through experimentation and time we learned more about the art of coffee roasting. We knew we had something special. CHRC is the home-grown, outback, rugged, mountain-fresh, clear skies sort of thing that Alberta is all about. It's here our story truly begins. Calgary Heritage Roasting Company believes in active collaboration, giving back to our environment and community, and getting back to nature. It’s about time your coffee tasted as wild as you are.
Cobra Illustrations	Jasdeep (Jessie) Dhaliwal	BSC'11	Owner & Illustrator	Providing illustration and design services. Digital illustrations, traditional illustrations, logos, promotional material, and animations. I also draw pictures of cars for money.
Cold Garden Beverage Company Ltd.	Dan Allard	BComm’09	co-founder and Director	Cold Garden Beverage Company is a micro-brewery located in the vibrant Calgary community of Inglewood. The original brewing district of Calgary, Inglewood reflected the eclectic, creative drive behind the company. Partners Blake and Dan signed the lease for The Garden, their physical brewery, in August 2015. The next two years were spent building out the brewery and tasting room. Cold Garden takes pride in its local community approach to brewing. Most of their beers start with high-quality Alberta 2-row barley. The All-Nighter Vanilla Cappuccino Porter uses a dark roast coffee from Rebel Bean Roasters in Okotoks, and the One Summer In Saskatoon Saison is infused with real berries from the Saskatoon Farm south of Calgary. Their eccentric and innovative vibe continues into their tasting room, launched in January of 2017. Visitors can sample Cold Garden’s craft beers while soaking up the casual and eclectic ambiance of the place.
Collectively Tangled	Keara Gillis	MSW'20 and Sarah Mateshaytis	MSW, 20, are co-founders and counsellors	Collectively Tangled is a social enterprise that provides mental health services, education and consulting to the startup and innovation sector. We’re a Calgary-born company founded by social workers. We’re systems-oriented, outcomes-driven and here to shake things up.
Comfort Union	Asif	MEng'20 BComm'19	Co-Founder	Comfort Union is a Calgary‑based, family‑owned firm delivering integrated HVAC solutions to residential and light‑commercial clients across southern Alberta. Supported by three decades of trade and engineering expertise, our team provides code‑compliant design, installation, and maintenance services with a focus on transparent pricing, meticulous workmanship, and industry‑leading parts‑and‑labour warranties. Guided by the principle “There’s comfort in togetherness,” we elevate building performance and occupant well‑being through professional service, genuine products, and a people‑first approach.
Commotion Media	Kirsten Bolton	BA’90	MA’93, founder, brand strategist and chief storyteller	As a solopreneur consultant, I competitively [re]position brands for better performance. Create authentic brand identities, programs, messaging, and on-point experiences. Build bonds with stories that not only resonate and influence but build true Brand Advocates -- among customers, employees, stakeholders, media, and investors. Combining 25 years of professional backgrounds in dramatic/commercial filmmaking, writing, brand strategy and development, and creative, effective marketing and communications --my common denominator is "STORY." Connecting and aligning with audiences' emotions, motivations, values and needs. My job is to build better brand connections through the power of story.
Communal	Matt Elliott	BSc’15	and Wade Jacques, BSc’14, are the co-founders	Communal is an all-in-one solution designed for member-based nonprofits to manage memberships, programs and events, facility rentals, donations, volunteers and more. Our goal is to revolutionize the operations of nonprofits, enabling them to maximize their community impact by reducing administrative burdens.
Cranberry Collective Boutique & Cranberry Consignment	Christine Keck	BComm’11	owner	Cranberry Collective is a locally owned fashion boutique located in the charming and historic downtown of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan. We carry a carefully curated selection of women's apparel, children's clothing, home décor & local artisan goodies. We pride ourselves on offering clothing that will last from quality labels, with an emphasis on Canadian brands. Our goal is to create a conscious product offering, by choosing ethically sourced natural and sustainable fabrics, and long-lasting quality pieces. In essence, products you can feel darn good about! We recently expanded with a second location - Cranberry Consignment! We love the resale clothing market and giving quality used goods a second life.
Crave	Jodi Willoughby	BCR’01	co-founder	Crave co-founders, sisters Carolyne and Jodi, opened their first bakery in Kensington in 2004 with their grandmother’s chocolate cake recipe and mother’s secret to irresistible buttercream icing. They started each morning before sunrise baking as many cupcakes as they could and by the afternoon would work in the front of the store helping customers. From the very beginning, Crave has been a true labour of love.
Creative Cycle	Afif Tabish	BCS’18	orchestrator	Creative Cycle is an international communications & public relations agency based in Calgary, Canada with an international office in Beirut, Lebanon. We specialize in business representation and development, orchestrating successful campaigns that help your company grow globally.
Crossroads Law	Marcus Sixta	JD’11	founder	At Crossroads Law, our family law and divorce lawyers help people successfully navigate the family law system while providing an excellent customer experience. We are client centred and, whether passionately advocating for you at a divorce trial or effectively negotiating a mediated settlement, your interests come first. We respect our clients and listen closely to their family law needs, providing advice on the best path to take for their particular separation and divorce. Our experienced and dedicated Calgary and Vancouver family lawyers and divorce lawyers represent clients throughout Alberta and British Columbia.
CynthiaN	Cynthia Navarrete	Master in Environmental Engineering 2010	Owner	Cotton and organic cotton activewear for women.
cōchu chocolatier	Anne Sellmer	BA’98	CEO	cōchu chocolatier officially launched in February 2017. In just four years, Anne Sellmer’s skill and artistry has been recognized from San Francisco to London to Florence and she has won 61 local, national and international awards. These include 34 World Final Medals, being named 6-Star Grand Master Chocolatier and one of the Top 10 Chocolatiers and Confectioners in North America. Anne has spent countless hours training, researching, testing and perfecting her artisanal chocolates, and to eat a cōchu chocolate is one of life’s simple pleasures! cōchu chocolates are inventive, beautiful works of art with flavour combinations that push traditional boundaries into delicious new flavour territory.
Dead Inventory Store Inc.	Sean Hann	eMBA '17	COO	Our company helps large scale building materials distributors find new clients, across North America, for their dead Inventory. And in so doing, we prevent tons of new building materials from being sent to industrial waste sites.
Devil's Head Coffee	Chris Meginbir	BSC'07	Owner/Founder/Roaster, Tanis Meginbir, Co-founder	Devil’s Head Coffee was born from our passion for the outdoors. As avid adventurers, we often found ourselves awake early, tackling trails with terrible coffee in hand. Determined to change that, we started roasting in a small popcorn popper, quickly upgrading to an electric drum roaster as our needs grew. Soon, we were roasting 50 lbs a month in our Bowness laundry room, often drawing curious neighbors who ended up buying our coffee! After moving to a garage with a 1 kg roaster, we realized we needed a professional space to expand. We found a new location and upgraded to a 5 kg roaster, marking a significant step in our journey. Now, we have a dedicated space at Bay 5, 5700 Barlow Trail SE, to grow our business. Thank you to all our supporters—we look forward to serving you in the future!
Devour Catering	J’Val Shuster	MA’98	proprietor	Life is worth celebrating! To help you do that...Devour plans fabulous events and serves food you will never forget! Experience our heartfelt hospitality at your next event. We have been helping people celebrate in Calgary and the surrounding area for over 20 years.
Dianomix	Olivier Aubin	BSc’00	a co-founder	Dianomix develops autonomous last-mile delivery solutions that allow goods to be delivered at home, at lower cost, quickly and safely. Our unique robot design uses a large cargo box allowing for multiple deliveries in a single trip with automatic unloading, making it cost-efficient to handle frequent small orders and does not require the customer presence or contact at delivery. With an operational area of 3-4 miles radius around the retail location and all deliveries made in under two hours it is optimally designed for large grocery retailers with multiple locations.
Doctor Law	Brynn Doctor	JD’17 founder and owner		Doctor Law is a new kind of family law firm in Calgary. We are mobile, flat fee and paperless. We offer both full representation as well as limited scope retainers so you pay only for what you need. We keep our overhead low so that we can keep our prices affordable. And the Doctor makes house calls too! We would love to answer your questions - get in touch today.
DownsizeFirst	Christine Hart	BA'98	Founder/Owner	DownsizeFirst offers support for seniors transitioning to a smaller home or retirement community. From organizing belongings and managing estate sales to overseeing the moving process and setting up your new home, we provide a respectful and efficient service. We are here to help with your parents and other aging loved ones as we have personally been there and we fully understand all that is involved.
e3 Training	Michelle Housley	BA'95 BED'00 MED'06	Owner	E3 Training Solutions, based in Calgary, designs custom eLearning programs tailored to organizations' specific needs. They emphasize accessibility, multilingual support, and mobile-first, user-centered design to enhance engagement and effectiveness. E3's services include full course development, simulations, compliance training, and instructional videos, with experience across sectors. Their solutions use a range of platforms (e.g., Canvas, Thinkific) and integrate accessibility standards.
Eagle Rock Wellness	Wendy Henshaw	BSW'21 MSW'26	Owner	Eagle Rock Wellness provides professional consultation, counseling, and psychoeducational workshops for individuals, groups, and communities throughout Alberta.
EH1 Design Company	Ali Abel	BA’03	a co-owner	Writer, editor, communicator. From blogs and web content, to research and communications plans, let's work together to make sure your message is heard by the right people, in the right place, at the right time.
Eisenbarth Art Studio	Theresa Eisenbarth	Bachelor Fine Arts '92	President	Theresa is a full time artist based in Medicine Hat, AB. She grew up in the historic River Flats neighborhood, and has spent her artistic career capturing the places and sights of the Southern-Alberta prairies she remembers as a child. Theresa studied Visual Communications (now called Art +Design) at the Medicine Hat College and received a B.F.A. Fine Arts degree from the University of Calgary. Theresa established her art studio and practice in 2013. Her studio spans 2000 square feet of working space, and 1000 square feet of classroom space where she teaches art workshops using mixed media painting materials.
Elena Storle Coaching	Elena Storle	MBA '18	Founder and CEO	Elena Storle Coaching is focused on empowering men and women to improve their money mindset to step confidently into their future.
Elite Solutions Group	Peter Cooper	Executive MBA 2025	President	Elite Solutions Group helps organizations turn complex technical, operational, and strategic challenges into decision-ready strategies and executable work plans. We work across energy, industrial, and emerging technology environments, helping clients de-risk decisions, structure phased programs, and move opportunities from uncertainty to action.
Ellis Legal Group	Lisa-Marie Ellis	BA'01	BComm'01, JD'06, Owner	Our experienced team of lawyers is dedicated to family and estate law, providing you with the highest quality legal advice and service available. Whether you are considering moving in with a new partner, in the process of separating or divorcing, or exploring how best to preserve your assets for the benefit of your loved ones in the future, our team will help you navigate the changes in your personal life by providing a range of legal options tailored to your circumstances.
Embark Psychology Calgary	Nichola Cross	MED'18	Owner, Registered Psychologist	Embark Psychology Calgary is a trusted private practice in Calgary, Alberta, offering psychoeducational assessments, accommodations for Student Accessibility Services for post-secondary students, gifted testing, ADHD assessments, and assessments for PDD/AISH. We offer services both in person in Calgary and virtually throughout Alberta. With evening and weekend appointments available
EverLine Coatings and Services	John Evans	BA’11	president and CEO	EverLine started in Calgary right after I graduated university. It is now a Canada wide franchise and is expanding to the US in 2021. EverLine provides high quality and efficient line painting and pavement maintenance services for parking lots, roadways, parkades and warehouses. We are a full service parking lot maintenance company that makes us a one-stop-shop and the best choice for all of our clients parking lot needs. We offer asphalt repair, sealcoating and crackfilling - along with additional services such as power washing, sweeping, parking block/sign installation and more.
Evolved Metrics Inc.	Andrew Varsanyi	MA’15	a co-founder	We exist to help small and medium-sized businesses discover time, cost savings and growth through enhanced processes and practices. We offer the most dynamic CRM on the market along with management consulting services driven by people, process and technology considerations
Excel Tutoring	Crystal Ma	BSc’16	MSc’19, founder	At Excel Tutoring, we are proud to be home to 20+ tutors and 80+ students since our establishment in 2017. By offering affordable services that are unparalleled throughout Calgary, we strive to be "more than just a tutor" to all of the student that we have the privilege of working with.
Excelsior Flooring	Earl Swalm	BFA’88	Business Development Manager	We procure flooring from Korea for commercial and retail flooring contractors and end-users in Canada and USA.
Exmerce	Nelson Liem	BComm'00	Founder/Owner	About Exmerce: Exmerce is a business trade exchange founded by Nelson Liem in 2005. We are committed to helping small businesses in Calgary leverage barter through the Exmerce virtual currency to help companies increase sales, save cash, and turn excess capacity into profit. We pride ourselves in delivering superior customer service and value the relationships built with our community members. We create value by driving new business to our clients and helping our clients buy products or services on barter for their business or personally. Today, Exmerce represents over 500 businesses across Alberta Get new customers and increase your cashflow with Exmerce. Whether you own a small business and you’re hungry for more clients; or you’re a professional at a mid-sized company and you’re seeking to grow your network and improve your sales; or you work with an enterprise-level corporation and you’re looking to enhance your company’s corporate value through employee perks and charitable contributions…Exmerce can help.
Exner Foundation	Heidi (Adelheide) Exner	'18 Bachelor of Arts	Founder and Executive Director	The Exner Foundation for Academic Excellence in Law and Business is an Alberta non-profit organization dedicated to furthering our understanding of white-collar crime. By encouraging research and knowledge-sharing among academic and industry experts, and through raising public awareness, we aim to create leadership that can inform emerging law, policy, and trends in corporate governance.
Expense Trend	Faraz Bhojani	BSC'14	Owner/Founder	Expense Trend is a personal finance assistant which breaks down your spending habits. Save more, so you can spend more on the things you want. With Expense Trend you can save money one step at a time by checking off tasks on your financial todo-list focussed on lowering your monthly bills. We use AI to automatically create new tasks, and provide personalized suggestions for you to save money at the right times for phone, internet, TV, and other everyday bills. Instead of highlighting line by line through your bank statements, your expenses are automatically broken down into different groups to get a better idea of where your money is going. Not comfortable sharing your data? No problem! Turn on offline mode to keep your data on your device. Additional Information Along with our personal finance features to help everyone save money, we also provide additional support for groups of people that may need assistance such as newcomers and students. We currently provide more affordable cell phone plans for newcomers, as well as guidance towards rental assistance and government programs to help them save money. We aim to provide assistance to students as well.
Field Stone Fruit Wines	Marvin Gill	BMus’81	and Elaine Gill, BA’88, are the founders and owners	Field Stone Fruit Wines’ story began in July of 2005, as Alberta’s first-ever estate winery. Our family-run winery and farm are nestled into 50 acres of mature berry orchards located forty minutes east of Calgary, just outside Strathmore, Alberta. Our unique wines are developed from crops of Saskatoon berries, strawberries, raspberries, chokecherries, black currants, red cherries and rhubarb into a variety of fruit wines and dessert wines, ranging in sweetness from an off-dry table wine to a sweet dessert wine. 75% of the fruit in our wines is grown in our own orchard. Since 2006, the winery has been distinguished with over 80 awards and medals across its 10 varieties of fruit and dessert wines from national and international competitions. Our products are available at retail stores and farmers markets around the province.
Fine and Dandy	Enrique Crame III	BA’02	co-owner	Dandy-inspired accessories made in the USA.
Fix Physio	BreAnne Colville	BSC'12	Owner, Physiotherapist	We are a patient-centered, multidisciplinary health care clinic in NW Calgary. Our wonderful team includes Physiotherapists, Massage Therapists, Acupuncturists, Osteopathic Manual Therapists, and Counselling Psychologists. Each discipline treats various subspecialties including (but not limited to) women's health, TMJ, hypermobility, concussion, and vestibular issues. Our goal is to help people find the right long-term 'Fix' for their pain!
FREDsense	Emily Hicks	BHSC'13	President&Co-Founder, David Lloyd, MSC'13, CEO&Co-Founder, Robert Mayall, BHSC'13, PhD'19, Founder, Margaret Renuad-Young, PhD'15, Founder	FREDsense makes water testing fast, affordable, and simple. Skip the high costs and delays of traditional testing with our innovative solutions: a 5-day PFAS analysis service, the industry’s first PFAS field test kit, and custom sensor development. Discover what’s in your water, quickly and reliably.
Freshwater Creative	Jennifer Devine	BA’95	founder and managing director	Freshwater Creative creates engaging stories, beautiful images, immersive content, and unique online experiences for our clients. We are designers, developers, videographers, editors, animators, writers, and online marketing specialists who love coffee, bicycles, bubble hockey, and pets. Above of all else, we love doing great work with great people. We have voracious appetites for Adobe releases and camera specs, and will talk at length about typography and code if you let us. From websites to video and everything in between, we love our work and the wonderful clients who provide us the opportunity to do it!
Gentle Lion Communications	Lana Rogers	BA (Communications) '08	Founder & Director	Gentle Lion Communications is a strategic marketing and communications company that advocates for brands that stretch beyond convention. With an approach that helps legacy and consumer-driven brands grow with possibility (in autonomy), we help to illuminate, refine and share stories. Our structured, yet adaptive process bids farewell to formalities and best-kept industry secrets, empowering equally passionate leaders with unmatched guidance and the 20/20 foresight to make good calls early on.
Good Measure Productions	Sholeh Alemi Fabbri	BA’99	founder	Building on decades of experience in the industry, Good Measure Productions implements impactful campaign goals, assembles like-minded partnerships, optimizes reach with digital interaction, engages through educational experiences and analyzes the results of those efforts. Social change through content like film or series is a growing specialty in Canada and allows for storytelling that matters to move people beyond the screen. By supporting film projects from development to distribution, Good Measure Productions generates strategic roadmaps to amplify moving messages into social impact actions.
Guildhall Home Furnishings	Carey Jones	BKIN’98	MEDES’10, owner	Guildhall is a retail business selling design products for your home with a Scandinavian and European influence. Furniture, lighting and accessories from brands including Ferm Living, Menu, Normann Copenhagen, Umbra, Skultuna, Bürstenhaus Redecker, Rosenthal, and Klippan among others.
Hawthorn Interiors Ltd.	James M Gray	BComm'97	Owner	Shopping for flooring in Cagary doesn’t have to be stressful or dull! We have cultivated the team, the expertise, the products and the processes to support our clients through every stage of the flooring design and installation process. From design consultation to the final vacuum after your flooring is installed, our mission is to provide our customers with a truly delightful experience. At Hawthorn Interiors, flooring is our fascination. As a family owned and operated company, we are honoured to have been serving the people of Calgary and surrounding area for over 25 years. Our mission is to provide the best service, quality and selection of flooring in the Calgary area.
Herringer Kiss Gallery	Deborah Herringer	BA’93	director	Established in 2002 and a proud member of the Art Dealers Association of Canada, the Herringer Kiss Gallery focuses on contemporary fine art by emerging, mid-career and established artists from across Canada and the United States. The gallery's programming includes, solo, duo, group and thematic exhibitions in all mediums that support interesting and engaging dialogue of the current art world. The gallery is dedicated to the promotion of our artists and placement of their work in important collections as well as working with individual clients to assist them in building strong collections. The gallery is located in the neighborhood of Sunalta with over 3,000 square feet of exhibition space, free street parking and across the street from the Sunalta LRT station.
Hidden Story Productions Ltd.	Chris Hsiung	BSc'99	Founder / Producer	Hidden Story Productions is dedicated to using digital media to nurture a more compassionate, just, and intelligent society. We partner with a wide network of creatives to conceptualize ideas, research, and provide end-to-end production services to bring meaningful stories to life. Hidden Story has created a range of media from location-based audio stories to documentary feature films for broadcast to educational media and immersive exhibits for museums. Work with us to find new ways to educate the imagination.
Hive Developments	Lourdes Juan	BGS’05	MEDes’10, founder and CEO	Urban Planning and Community Consultation Services.
Hoopla Donuts	Phil Robertson	BSc’00	and Sebastian Sztabzyb, BSc’00, are the founders	The story of Hoopla actually begins with Phil & Sebastian, who, like many humans, have been known to enjoy a really good donut with really good coffee. Always searching for that perfect mix of high-end donut ingredients, flavour, and presentation, they refused to settle for anything less - and one day, after yet another fruitless quest, they realized they didn’t want to live in a world of sub-par pastries. So they set out with their head chef Leslie Morrow to simply create their own.
Impulse Psychology	Mallory Frayn	BA-H'15	Owner	Impulse Psychology is a change-oriented psychotherapy practice that treats clients who are struggling with impulse-related concerns, from disordered eating to emotion dysregulation. It also offers supervision and consultation to other mental health practitioners who are looking to foster their skillset in treating eating disorders and emotion dysregulation. Tele-health services are offered for clients across Alberta and Quebec.
Indigrow Psychology	Katie Pelletier	BA '09 & BCR '09	Co-Owner And Director Of Child, Youth And Family Supports, Psychologist	Indigrow Psychology values brain based approaches to healing trauma in order to create meaningful, sustainable, and lasting change. We specialize in trauma-informed counselling, where psychological symptoms are viewed and treated as a natural response to unhealed trauma. At Indigrow, traumatic experiences are defined as any life event or circumstance that exceeded a person’s ability to cope with what happened. Trauma can be defined as the resulting emotional, physical, or behavioural manifestation of the traumatic experience. These experiences change neural connections in our brain and this impacts our relationship with ourselves, others, and how we create meaning in the world. We are able to heal past traumatic events and alleviate psychological symptoms, unhealthy relationship dynamics, and dysfunctional behavioural patterns through a variety of attachment and brain based approaches and techniques including EMDR, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Art and Play Therapy. We offer counselling for individuals, couples, children, youth, and families, and have extensive experience supporting clients of all developmental levels, including those with developmental disabilities. When working with children, youth and families, we utilize a wrap-around approach, collaborating with clients' existing support systems to ensure holistic support. This team-based approach with young clients helps promote truly sustainable change. Our highly-trained team comes from a variety of backgrounds; we have an appreciation for cultural diversity, and a deep understanding of how culture can impact a person’s identity. We are an LGBTQ2SIA+ practice and welcome clients of all genders and sexualities. Our practitioners are able to provide services in multiple languages, including English, Cantonese, Spanish, and French
Inside Out Total Wellness	Marie Nunziata BSW'19 Founder	Christian Velasco	BSC'19, Co-Founder	To educate, support, and empower individuals to improve and maintain their overall health and well-being through balanced and sustainable healthy lifestyle choices.
Jacknife Consulting	Sarah Jacknife	MPP ’21	Founder	Jacknife Consulting is an Indigenous women-owned consulting firm based in Alberta. Jacknife Consulting designs inclusive policies, curricula, and strategies that reflect Indigenous views, cultures, and perspectives across Canada.
Joshi & Co. Realty	Baljit (Belle) Joshi	'13 BSc	Residential & Commercial Realtor & Director	Belle Joshi at Joshi & Co is your premier real estate partner in Calgary, Alberta. Established in 2017, we stand as seasoned experts dedicated to delivering unparalleled service to clients seeking to sell or acquire residential and commercial properties. Our commitment to excellence extends beyond traditional real estate practices, as we leverage our extensive expertise to provide innovative and effective digital marketing strategies tailored to maximize the value of your property. At Joshi & Co., we understand the importance of obtaining top dollar for your property sale. That's why we go above and beyond to craft bespoke digital marketing campaigns designed to showcase your property's unique features and attract qualified buyers. Through targeted online advertising, captivating virtual tours, and strategic social media engagement, we ensure that your property receives the visibility it deserves in today's competitive market. Our approach is not just about selling properties; it's about building lasting relationships and empowering our clients to make informed decisions with confidence. As trusted advisors, we guide you through every step of the real estate process, offering personalized support and expert advice to help you achieve your goals. Experience the difference of working with a real estate partner who combines established industry presence with cutting-edge digital marketing strategies. Contact Belle Joshi at Joshi & Co. today to unlock the full potential of your property and embark on a successful real estate journey with us.
Kanin Energy	Janice Tran	BA’11	BComm’11, CEO and co-founder	Kanin Energy is a clean energy project development company focused on decarbonization and reducing industrial emissions through the deployment of best-available technologies and innovative commercial structures.
Lace Brick Design	Jackie Chemelli	BA’04	BEd'06, owner	Lace Brick Design is an adventure lifestyle brand for women. We design & source jewelry, apparel and camp supply to empower passionate adventurers, lovers of the woods, road-trippers, full moon chasers, and backroad takers! Based near the heart of the Rockies in Alberta, Canada, Lace Brick Design is dedicated to building strong community vibes and styling passionate, fearless females.
Lamont Law	Erica Lamont	Juris Doctor '13	Managing Partner	At Lamont Law, our personal injury lawyers in Hamilton bring the experience and expertise required to successfully navigate – and win – personal injury cases. We have unmatched experience in accident benefits, motorcycle accidents, car accidents, ATV accidents, dog attacks, slip and falls, bicycling accidents, medical negligence, nursing home negligence, wrongful death claims, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, pedestrian accidents and long-term disability denials. We are committed to staying on top of the latest case law and government regulations. We are passionate advocates for victims. Year established: 1976
Languages in Motion	Michael J. Burak	BA'12	Founder/CEO	Languages in Motion partners with government, corporations, and public institutions to deal with the language barrier. They provide services in over 200 languages, including sign language and 40 of Canada's Indigenous languages. Founded in the UofC, they share a special connection with the alumni and entrepreneurs in Calgary.
Laura James Photography	Laura James	BComm'95	Owner	I turned a life-long passion photography into a part-time business in 2021, and since 2025 have been focused full-time on working with my clients to capture amazing moments whether it's a sporting event, corporate event, or special family occasion. Throughout my career, I've been client-focused and strive to get you the best results possible. Contact me to find out more!
Lemonade Lab	Dean Horsfield	BA'09	BComm'09, Owner, Founder	Lemonade Lab is an AI powered platform where kids and teens don’t just learn about entrepreneurship, they actually build real businesses. Using smart, guided tools for design, marketing, and selling, young founders turn ideas into live ventures, earn real money, and gain confidence, creativity, and business judgment through hands on experience. It’s practical, inspiring, and built for the future of work. Why Lemonade Lab Matters 1. Future skills today: Helps young people build real world business skills like customer empathy, financial literacy, marketing, and product thinking at an early age. 2. AI as a co-pilot: Uses AI to support creativity, lower barriers to tech and business know-how, and accelerate learning by doing. 3. Real outcomes: Not just simulations—kids launch genuine online shops, serve real customers, and experience authentic entrepreneurial wins and challenges. 4. Confidence and agency: By making ideas tangible, Lemonade Lab builds confidence, grit, and a sense of ownership that academic classes can’t deliver. Who It’s For 1. Aspiring young creators, innovators, and makers ages roughly 8–18 who want a hands-on path into business. 2. Parents and educators seeking a meaningful, practical way to teach entrepreneurship and money skills. How It Works (high level) 1. Kids pick a business idea. 2. AI guides them through branding, web and shop setup, and product/service planning. 3. They launch and operate a live business, track results, and iterate. 4. Real customers buy, and young founders earn real money.
Lexterra Land Ltd.	John Lanaras	BA'95	President	Lexterra Land provides a full complement of land acquisition solutions. Our knowledgeable and proficient staff utilize the latest technology with bold and energetic approach toward service ensures that our clients' needs are always satisfied.
LIGHT Gymnastics	Devin Light	BComm'17 MBA'22	COO & Co-Founder	LIGHT Acrobatic Gymnastics Centre is a Calgary-based community gymnastics and movement centre offering inclusive, high-quality programs for children and youth. We provide recreational and competitive gymnastics, dance, camps, and special events in a supportive, confidence-building environment. Our focus is on joyful participation, athlete development, and creating a welcoming space where kids can move, grow, and belong.
Liquid Kudos	Rhona Stanislaus	BAccS’04	a partner and co-founder	Liquid Kudos is a wine and spirits club launched in 2020. We are passionate about supporting products made in Canada and giving kudos to innovative and sustainable business practices. Our mandate is to create awareness of and access to Canada's greatest hidden gems when it comes to the most amazing wines and the finest spirits. We offering our growing community of members unique opportunities to discover some of the best wine and spirits Canada has to offer from the comfort of their home. We also offer local wine and spirit tourism opportunities both domestic and international, corporate orders (custom wine/spirits) and a variety of events both virtual and in person.
Liz Lai Events Ltd.	Elizabeth Lai	Communications and Culture 2013	Owner	Liz Lai Events delivers strategic event management and planning rooted in clarity, coordination, and creative direction. From logistics and operations to guest services and program development, each event is thoughtfully managed to run seamlessly. Creating well-executed, meaningful experiences aligned with each client's goals and vision.
Lola Lash Bar	Anna Skrzypek	BComm’10	owner and founder	Lola Lash Bar is a beauty salon that specializes in eyelash and eyebrow services with four locations in Calgary
Loyalty Sense POS and Payment Processing Solutions	Hussain Darsi	BSc'06	Founder & CEO	LS POS and Payment Processing Solutions provides end-to-end POS and payment processing tailored for small to mid-sized businesses in North America. Our suite of solutions includes integrated POS systems, payments processing, mobile/online ordering, security surveillance, sound systems and IT projects. We also manage a robust e-commerce presence with our own Ecommerce Store (www.Loyaltysensepos.com) and with over 5,000 products listed on Amazon, Best Buy and Walmart. We are committed to empowering businesses with innovative software and elite support to drive efficiency, reduce costs, and maximize profitability.
Lubdub Apparel	Luz Alvizurez	BSc’08	BN’10, founder and designer	Our team designs apparel for health-care professionals both individually and within teams! We have worked with over 450 units/clinics across Canada to create team apparel that allows for representation of who they are and what they do in health care.
Magnetic Unicorn Coaching Services	Carolynn Nguyen	BFS'13	Founder, Manifestation Mentor & Life Coach	Magnetic Unicorn Coaching Services is a spiritual and practical-based coaching business. We help visionary unicorns be themselves to create their dream reality, live life on their own terms, do what they love while clearing their past shit and their pain. We use manifestation, metaphysics and human psychology to support our clients with their life transformations. People who like to work with us are visionaries and leaders who believe in the impossible, stop at nothing to achieve their goals in life, always want to improve and get to their next level, enjoy their time, energy, and location freedom, and they love to make a living doing what they want while making an impact on the world :) What a great payout! Year established : 2021
Maple Scan	Sasha Ivanov	BSc'17	MSc'21, Founder	MapleScan helps consumers make informed shopping decisions by analyzing product labels and identifying Canadian-made alternatives. Using AI-powered image recognition and a growing database of product insights, MapleScan provides instant transparency on where products come from, empowering consumers to support local businesses and make conscious purchasing choices. Our mission is to bring clarity to the shopping experience by bridging the gap between consumers and the origins of the products they buy. Whether you’re looking to support Canadian brands, reduce reliance on imports, or simply learn more about what’s on store shelves, MapleScan makes it easy to scan, discover, and shop smarter. At MapleScan, we believe that technology can drive meaningful change in the way people shop. By leveraging AI, data analytics, and intuitive mobile experiences, we aim to create a more informed and locally conscious marketplace.
Milhulron MHR Daycare Ltd.	Milcah Bukasa	BA'23	Owner&Co-Founder	Milhulron (MHR) Daycare is a family built and run childcare facility that values providing quality childcare by nurturing and teaching daycare and before and after school care aged children from 0-12 years old. Protecting and caring for children, helping families in need and fostering great relationships with families are our top priorities. We also have a diverse group of staff in order to provide well rounded childcare to children of all backgrounds and to ensure inclusivity.
Milk Jar Candle Company Inc.	Holly Singer	BSc’12	founder	Milk Jar founder, Holly Singer, started making candles in her kitchen in 2014 as a way to get in touch with her creative side, and experiment with natural candle wax after learning most common candles on the market are filled with toxic paraffin wax bases. After a year of making candles as a craft for herself and her friends, paired with feeling that her career path was not meeting her desire to help people, Holly came up with the idea of Milk Jar Candle Co.; a company that blended her love of creativity and passion for lifting up and giving back to the disability community. 5 years later, Milk Jar has become a household name in Calgary that’s been regarded for their yearly donations to non-profit programs that support disabled people in Alberta, and being a role model for inclusive employment.
Modern Wills Law	Britta Graversen	BComm’15	JD’18, a lawyer and owner	Modern Wills Law is a modern law office serving Calgary, Alberta and the surrounding area. We offer customized estate planning packages (Wills, Enduring Powers of Attorney, and Personal Directives) at reasonable, flat rates. Our goal is to make estate planning as efficient and convenient as it can possibly be (both for our clients now, and for their loved ones in the future).
Monogram Coffee	Justin Eyford	BA’07	MA’13 and Jeremy Ho, BHSc’09, are co-owners	We improve lives through coffee.
MOST Physical Preparation	David Swagar	BKin’01	the owner and clinical director	MOST is a comprehensive training facility. We provide general fitness and sport specific training as well as rehabilitation and clinical services.
My Normative Inc.	Danika Kelly	BA '15 MSc '20 & Renee Porietis-Kokts	BSc-H '18 MSC '20, Founders	My Normative is a female-focused health platform disrupting the gender data gap through technical innovation.
Mystical Metis	Samaria Nancy Cardinal BSW '22	Owner		Mystical Metis is an exclusively online store that carries Indigenous artist designed items.
Neal’s Yard Remedies	Lisa Shelley	BComm’06	CEO	Neal's Yard Remedies is a modern apothecary, creating award-winning natural and organic health and beauty.
Neo Financial	Kris Read	BSc’02	MSc’05, co-founder and CTO	Neo Financial is reimagining spending, savings, and rewards by using technology to simplify finances, create rewarding experiences and build a community for all Canadians.
Nerder	Cameron Prockiw	BCOMM'95	Founder & CEO	Nerder is a coding agency built exclusively for marketing agencies and marketing teams by former agency owners with over 25 years of experience each. Created to address the challenges of getting coding done right, Nerder provides fast, reliable, and high-quality coding services. Their expert team of full-stack developers delivers fully managed, hassle-free coding projects, including websites, ecommerce stores, apps, and custom-coded solutions.
Nessa's Banana Bread	Ayomikun and Vanessa Ogunbiyi	BA'22	Owners / Founders	Nessa's Banana Bread is a home-based small baking business that specializes in freshly made, high-quality banana bread. We offer a variety of flavours: Choco Delight, Oreo Dream, Matcha Cloud, Nutty Galore, Classic Bliss, and Coco Breeze.
NextGen Founders Lab	Kartavi Shah	MBA'25	Founder & Managing Director	Venture studio for high school students to build and launch their own real ventures with traction. For ambitious high school students ready to build, execute, and get customers — in just 9 months. We’re not just teaching entrepreneurship — we’re building Calgary’s future innovation talent pipeline. By equipping youth early with the skills, networks, and confidence to create and scale ventures, we ensure Alberta retains top talent, diversifies its economy, and stays competitive on a global stage.
NEXUS Exhibit Ltd	Milena Radakovic	BComm'00	President	Started in 1979, Nexus Exhibits has grown to be the premier Canadian provider of innovative enhanced visual branding solutions for exhibits, events and environments to enhance companies’ image. Our customers range from Fortune 500 companies to fast growing start-ups and we are known for our innovation and service. Our full service, turnkey solutions include award-winning design, custom fabrication, in-house printing, installations, to branded apparel & promotional swag, to ‘Nexus Décor’ fixtures and signage that market corporate's brand in retail, office and corporate environments. We help clients communicate their brands by creating, crafting and taking charge of their exhibits, displays and signage. Now expanding into offering AR –augmented Reality with in your event for the “wow” factor. Year established : 1979
Norberg Hall	Shannon Norberg	BFA’02	owner and co-director	From the gallery’s inception in 2010, founded by Jarvis Hall, and continuing over the past decade alongside Shannon Norberg, they have re-envisioned the possibilities of what commercial contemporary art galleries can be for artists, collectors and the vibrant Canadian arts community they value. Their desire for a strong visual culture and passion for gender equity has played an integral part in the shaping of the Norberg Hall and its programming. Throughout the years, Norberg Hall has actively supported the practices of emerging, mid-career and established artists to foster a deeper understanding of their creative processes, while providing a platform and space to share these critical dialogs. Working alongside artists, curators, museums, institutions, corporate and private collectors, they have proudly helped place work in prominent collections and institutions across the country. Through active representation, ongoing exhibitions, international art fairs, studio tours, and community liaisons, Norberg Hall will continue to champion Canadian art in Alberta and beyond.
Ol' Beautiful Brewing Company	Devon Sidwell BA'12 & Chris Carroll BA-H'12			Beer for the well-lived life. A culmination of our storied past and promising future, Ol’ Beautiful Brewing Co. represents an appreciation for the old ways of doing things and a reverence for the beauty in imperfection.
ol.facto	Anastasiia Stepanchuk	PHD'23	Owner	A fusion of science, art, and storytelling through scent. We craft immersive olfactory experiences, from custom perfumes to interactive workshops, designed to evoke emotion, spark creativity, and celebrate the transformative power of fragrance.
Omixon Biocomputing Kft.	Attila Berces	PhD'95	Founder, CEO, VP	Omixon provides in vitro diagnostic tests for transplant laboratories worldwide.
Oneberrie	Sue-Rose Read	BSc’07	founder and owner	Our mission is to provide parents with more moments and fewer ill-fitting products. We are committed to fostering experiences and connection for new and repeat parents/caregivers. ONEBERRIE IS INNOVATING ORDINARY ESSENTIALS because parenthood is a collection of moments, it's about time and love and connection. Better bath-time starts here.
OWL Chartered Professional Accountants	Ka-Yee Wong	BComm’99	a partner	We specialize in supporting entrepreneurs, small business tax, accounting and filing needs; prepare personal and corporate tax returns
O’Sullivan's Restaurant and Bar Ltd.	Kevin Langen	BComm’84	owner and operator	O'Sullivan's is a locally owned and operated pub located on Macleod Trail.
Pangaea Ventures	Chris Erickson	B.Com. '86	General Partner	Impact venture capital, investing in companies solving fundamental challenges in the world
Paper Lantern	Nhi Tran	BComm’10	owner and director	Tucked away in a Chinatown basement lies a tropical and Vietnamese escape. Come find us, it’ll be worth it.
Parmar Law	Sanjiv Parmar	BA (Minor in Management and Society)'05	BComm'07, JD'10,	Parmar Law was founded in 2016 by former Crown Counsel Sanjiv Parmar. We are located in downtown Calgary and meet clients in person or virtually. Sanjiv is an experienced lawyer and mediator, and is well regarded by the Courts, his peers, and the community. He practises in mediations, uncontested matters, and contested matters upon request. Sanjiv also mediates files for clients in British Columbia.
Pedestrian	Kristy Archibald BA'15	Co-Founder & Director		Pedestrian is a social-first creative agency working with brands to think beyond trends, create cultural relevance and drive conversations online and off. Since 2019, we’ve utilized the strengths of social, PR and creative agencies to connect, engage and inspire audiences to prompt organic influence and long-lasting relationships. It’s not lost on us that moods, emotions, ideas, and dare we say it, trends, can change by EOD. The digital world moves fast, so we keep up so you don’t have to. Using an integrative approach, we turn your vision into views and communicate your brand’s story in a way that’s authentic and real to your audience. Whether we’re organizing a national influencer campaign or shooting a red-carpet interview, we aim to capture hearts and shift culture.
Phil & Sebastian Coffee Roasters	Phil Robertson	BSc’00	and Sebastian Sztabzyb, BSc’00, are the founders	We’ve been called coffee-obsessed. We won’t deny it.
Photos With Finesse	Suzan McEvoy	BA’88	owner and Chief Exposure Officer	From cocktail party to extravagant gala, from indoor rodeo to outdoor festival, from intimate wedding to party of the decade… If you can dream it, Photos With Finesse can help drive the visual behind your brand. Award winning, professional event photographer.
PK Sound	Jeremy Bridge	BSc’05	CEO	At PK Sound we are passionate about providing a powerful connection between artist and fan. We believe that every experience should be exceptional. Our loudspeakers are well known for their transparent, full bodied, powerful sound; a result of new technologies created by people who love music, focusing on the evolving demands of artists, engineers and fans. At PK we create powerful experiences that connect people through music. We design, manufacture, and deploy advanced loudspeaker solutions that raise the bar of professional sound.
PlaceHolder	Jeremy Gilman	BComm’10	co-founder	PlaceHolder is a platform for companies to rent out their unused commercial space on a flexible basis.
Power Integral Solutions	Jorge Bermudez	MEng'02	Founder + Director	Power Integral Solutions is a Transfer of Technology (ToT) broker who recognized and uncovered how to bridge the emergent world challenges and apply scientific concepts or processes to new situations or circumstances based on people, time, seamless communication, integration and entrepreneurship. Power Integral Solutions performs technology valorisation, capturing value from science through making scientific insights available and useable to industry and or society. The main focus of Power Integral Solutions is to develop a solid business market in Latin America (LATAM) in that regard his officials travel and participate in events on this area towards the exploration, development and consolidation of business relationships to secure business growth.
Prairie Outpost Garden Design Inc.	Treva Usher	BSW’88	owner	Prairie Outpost Garden Design is a Landscape Design and Construction company.
Premiere Office Movers	Michael Phone	Owner	BComm'11 Christopher Phone, Owner, BSc'03 BComm'06, Kevin Phone, Owner	Premiere provides commercial moving services, supply, delivery & install of new office furniture, buy & sell of used office furniture, storage and warehousing.
Primary Colours YYC	Jeremy Ho	BHSC'09	Founder	Our story starts with our sister concept, Monogram Coffee, which has been a community staple since 2014. At the heart of our business, we’ve always placed high value on responsible sourcing, imagination and community building, and Primary Colours is no different. When we first imagined Primary Colours, we pictured a warm and welcoming full service dining space—somewhere anyone could settle in and cap their evening off with a delicious meal and great glass of wine. A crucial part of our vision was establishing the concept with a head chef that possessed the same values, one who envisioned a vibrant space for Canadian cuisine to thrive in the way that we define it—vibrant, diverse, comforting. With many years establishing his craft as the Executive Chef at River Café, Chef Matthias leads the team at Primary Colours with an unparalleled level of passion, education and wonder. As a highly-skilled team, we are in touch with the very best processes to deliver uncommon and inviting dining experiences. Using essential, fresh local ingredients, guests are able to see their favourite dishes in the best light. Very fresh, very local, made with care and a little fancy. Here, you’ll find all you need for a time well spent.
Prison & Police Law	Amy Matychuk	JD’18	a lawyer and owner	Prison & Police Law is a practice dedicated to advocacy on behalf of those experiencing mistreatment by the police or prison systems in Alberta.
Proxure	Colleen Pound	MBA '06	CEO	Proxure is an AI driven B2B professional services procurement platform. An applied data solution that disrupts the relationship between professional services buyers and suppliers through an automated RFP, predictive benchmarking and performance platform. The data and analytics engine is part of a predictive pricing and analytics /benchmarking platform where we will tell you based on the size, scope and scale of a project, what your expected costs should be, along with insights on fees, win/loss ratios, leverage models and both aggregate and detailed spend analysis. RFP workflow automation has several components: including a recommendation engine for supplier diversity and democracy, a generative AI and good practice aspect to help write RFPs more efficiently and more effectively, and a data driven way to evaluate RFP responses to give you a true apples to applies comparison, with a meaningful company and explain reporting function to prevent bait and switch scenarios, along with a customer feedback loop on the back end.
Quantized Technologies Inc	Jordan Smith	BComm'12	BSc'20 & MSc'23, CEO/Co-Founder	QTi™ envisions a transformation of digital communication through the development and widespread adoption of relevant quantum technologies, giving society quantum-based solutions to real-world problems. Our mission is to redefine the way the world communicates by providing solutions that offer a quantum advantage in meeting societal needs. We tackle society's largest information, network, and security challenges, solving them at the smallest (quantum) scale.
Releve Advisory Ltd	Terri-Lynn Melynk	BA'04	MBA'15, Owner	Releve Advisory Ltd. provides Fractional COO, Management Consulting, Leadership Development and Facilitation services.
Ren Health Collective	Gabriella Wong Ken	Bachelor of Nursing '19	Co-Founder, Clinic & Programming Manager	Ren Health Collective provides low-cost, multidisciplinary health services and education focused on accessible, inclusive, preventative, and holistic community care. Currently, we operate a community acupuncture clinic, as well as a health education and multipurpose space in downtown Calgary. We offer free first visits for acupuncture and low cost or pay what you want health workshops and events.
ReNu Hygienics	Parker Easter	JD'23	CEO, Founder	ReNu Hygienics Corp. is Canada’s cleanest and most inclusive cosmetics brand. Best known for our proprietarily formulated bath batters that are pH-balanced and without artificial scents or colorants for a UTI and yeast-infection-free experience. Founder, Parker Easter, is also a corporate lawyer at Canada's law firm, Borden Ladner Gervais LLP. Building a practice focused on start-up and growth companies.
Reporting Hub Inc.	Manvir Grewal	BComm'02	Co-Founder	Reporting Hub is a plug ‘n’ play reporting solution that deploys to your Azure environment and provides an instantly customizable delivery platform for your Power BI content with no code or development required.
Revival Therapeutics & Performance	Brodie Lefaivre	BKin’17	owner and a Certified Athletic Therapist	Revival is a pain and injury clinic in Airdrie, Alberta. We help frustrated individuals that have lost hope in the healthcare system to find long-term solutions and understanding of their chronic pain through education and treatment. Revival Therapeutics and Performance is a clinic that provides a positive environment for individuals to understand their bodies, overcome their limitations and take control of their health. Our services combine individualized manual and exercise therapy to effectively enable clients to achieve pain free living and improve overall health and wellness regardless of their starting point.
routine inc	Pippa Blair	BComm’07	BN’14, co-owner	Come, meet routine!
Rviita Energy Tea	Mitch Jacobsen	BSc’15	founder and CEO	Rviita Energy Tea is the world’s first clean energy beverage packaged in a revolutionary, low carbon footprint flexible beverage pouch. Combining the power of tea-based caffeine, organic honey, and vitamins in a first-of-kind, recyclable, resealable, and freezable pouch that drinks like a regular bottle, Rviita is the perfect fuel for your productivity. Rviita is a Calgary-based company that distributes energy teas in over 650 stores all across Canada, and is rapidly expanding in both Canada and the USA.
Sava Wellness	Sarah Van Dyk	BSc'18	Biological Sciences, Owner	Sava Wellness is a chronic illness support business where people with chronic illnesses and people with visible and invisible disabilities can come to be supported. We offer virtual one-on-one appointments to provide support and strategies for navigating chronic illness. This could include structured or conversational support such as: regular support check-ins to talk about how you are feeling, support for how to deal with situations that have changed because of your chronic illness or disabilities, strategies to navigate the world with chronic illness and disabilities, and peer-support from a knowledgeable listener who understands what it is like to have chronic illnesses and disabilities. Other services include: a monthly subscription tool box to help with healing and navigating chronic illness/disability; Reiki; Soul Spirit Animal Reading; and Intuitive Healing; all done virtually. All these services work for people with chronic illness and/or disability, as well as anyone else! Through Sava Wellness, Sarah is also available for speaking engagements, conference keynotes, and educational webinars to educate and communicate the differences and challenges of living with chronic illnesses and invisible disabilities and to support initiatives to make the world more inclusive.
Savvy Beagle	Larry Betts	EMBA'20	founder	Established in 2022, Savvy Beagle is a trusted companion in financial investing. By using historical price movements to estimate future potential risk, growth and decline, Savvy Beagle forecasts risk to help investors make more informed financial decisions.
SEOS Energy	Juan Pfeiffer	MSc’17	CEO	SEOS Energy is a solar fintech aiming to break financing barriers and unlock a USD 150 Billion market in residential solar energy potential. We connect homeowners and residential stratas with solar installers and provide up to 100% financing with $0 money down to become energy prosumers.
Shelf Life Books	JoAnn McCaig	MA’88	PhD’97, owner	An independent bookstore for avid readers and the unusually bookish, for browsers and meanderers, for independent minds and spirits. Offers a variety of genres for adults & children, plus literary events.
Shellard Photography	Adrian Shellard	'98 BA Geography	Owner & Photographer	Impact venture capital, investing in companies solving fundamental challenges in the world
Showpass	Lucas Mccarthy	BComm’12	CEO	Showpass is Canada’s largest independent ticketing software company.
Sidewalk Citizen	Aviv Fried	BSc’04	MSc’08, owner	Good food. Good People. Organic artisan sourdough, flaky pastries, titillating desserts, bright and bold food that will leave you delighted, excited and full. Sidewalk Citizen Bakery co-exists on the seam between tradition and innovation. We have 2 locations and a restaurant.
Sirocco Golf Club	Tim Duffin	BComm’73	owner	Set within 940 acres of family owned land, Sirocco Golf Club is a true links course that winds its way through the Pine Creek Valley. Designed by Architect Bill Robinson, every hole of the 7185 yard par 72 design offers unique challenges and unparalleled beauty. Each hole at Sirocco has individual character which presents a comprehensive challenge to golfers of all abilities.
Slow Burn Books	Shannon MacNaughton	MBA'19	Owner / Co-Founder	Look no further than Slow Burn Books – the spiciest specialty bookstore in Calgary! We're stocked up with all your favourite romance sub-genres, from steamy sports romances to heart-pounding fantasy and everything in between. We're more than just a bookstore. Slow Burn Books is a community hub bringing together fellow bookworms. So come, join the fun, and let Slow Burn Books be your new go-to destination for all your romance novel needs!
Soma Hammam & Spa	Lourdes Juan	BGS’05	MEDes’10, founder and CEO	Health Spa, traditional aesthetics, registered massage therapy, body treatments
SophieGrace	Emma May	LLB’99	CEO	We set out to make it easy to always look your best. We design beautiful and comfortable clothes that mix and match easily so you can get on with what your true passion in life is. Maybe it's discovering the latest vaccine technology, arguing a case before a Superior Court, spending time with your kids, teaching a classroom of young minds, running for Mayor or launching your own start-up. We know you have other things on your mind than spending 30 minutes in your closet trying to find the perfect outfit for the day. Something that doesn't feel like you are wearing a mask or your husband's suit. Our commitment is to simplicity, timelessness, comfort and quality.
Spectra Radon	Markus Li	BSC20 '04	Founder	Spectra Radon, headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, is the region’s foremost authority on radon mitigation, testing, and consulting. Our C-NRPP certified experts specialize in providing comprehensive radon solutions designed to protect your home and health. Utilizing advanced technology and industry-leading methods, we accurately detect and effectively reduce radon levels in residential and commercial properties. Our tailored services include detailed radon assessments, customized mitigation systems, and ongoing consulting to ensure long-term safety and compliance with Health Canada’s standards. Choose Spectra Radon for unparalleled expertise, reliable service, and peace of mind. Contact us today for a no-obligation consultation and breathe easier knowing your environment is safe.
Stay Maple Inc.	Fay Qian	MBA'19	Co-Founder, VP	We are a hospitality company that offers integrated asset management and design services to property owners and developers across Western Canada.
Steer Inc.	Scott Stevens	BComm'07	Partner	We help clients manage risk and learn how to effectively purchase insurance for their business.
Stinky Bunny Children's Fashion	Lara Gilbertson-Hudson	BA’06	owner	At Stinky Bunny, we work hard to curate and design baby and children's clothing and accessories that are fun, functional and affordable. We specialize in birthday tutus, smash cake outfits, hair accessories, custom apparel and bibs.
Sue Shaw Consulting	Sue Shaw	BSc’89	owner	After decades as an enterprise applications customer, I am hoping to use my experience to provide direction on anything to do with large systems - ERPs, EAMs, HCMs, CRMs etc. - implementations, upgrades or support. Cloud or on prem. So if you, or your clients, would like some help with their enterprise applications strategy or operating models, or have project challenges in this area, I would be happy to evaluate and advise.
Sunday Pie	Martine Pettem	BA’10	a co-founder and the Chief Transformation Officer	Sunday Pie is a locally owned and operated pizza company founded by friends of over 25 years and their wives. Our pizzas are big and bold; usually described as Detroit-style inspired or focaccia-style. We pride ourselves on using only the highest quality ingredients and supporting our fellow local businesses at every opportunity.
SWIRL Custom Cakes & Desserts	Lynnette MacDonald	BN’10	CEO	We are a licensed by appointment only custom bakery, proudly serving Calgary and surrounding areas into the mountain parks. We are fueled by a desire to make cakes that defy physics and push beyond conventional boundaries into the extraordinary realm of exceptional desserts. Everything is made fresh in our commercial kitchen for each order. Real cracked eggs, real butter, real fresh fruit-it makes the difference!
SyncMed Technologies Inc.	Franci Sterzer	BA'20	MSc'24, Co-Founder, Kate Ewing, BS'12, MN'25, Co-Founder	Our Mission At SyncMed Technologies, our mission is to leverage modern technologies to link healthcare providers seamlessly. By improving communication and collaboration, we aim to enhance patient outcomes and ensure a higher standard of care across the health and medical industry. Our Vision We envision a healthcare system where technology bridges the gap between patients and providers. SyncMed Technologies is dedicated to creating innovative solutions that empower individuals to take charge of their health, fostering a community of well-informed patients and engaged providers. Our Values Integrity, compassion, and innovation are at the core of everything we do at SyncMed Technologies. We believe in putting patients first and continuously striving to adopt cutting-edge advancements that benefit both healthcare teams and the individuals they serve.
Synergy BQi Consulting	Peter C. Chung	BComm'78	Founder & Consultant	Guide entrepreneurs and organizations through every stage of the business lifecycle evolution with aligned strategy by coaching, mentoring, facilitating, and advising. Ready to take your business to the next level? Whether you need a strategic plan, a business roadmap, or support aligning your people and programs, we’re here for you! Let’s connect to explore your goals, challenges, and where you need the greatest impact. We’ll create a tailored plan that suits your needs.
TallTrees Leadership	Leah Wuitschik	Bachelor of Nursing '05	President & Co-Founder, Leadership Coach and Facilitator	CRAFTING LEADERS IN HEALTHCARE TallTrees Leadership gives leaders in health and health-related sectors the tools they need to develop skills, confidence, knowledge and self- assurance to be better versions of themselves. By empowering its clients, TallTrees Leadership helps leaders meet their goals and grow as individuals. Our team is experienced in all aspects of health care. We have advanced leadership and coaching training and offer this unique expertise to support all professionals working in health care environments. We recognize the challenges of an industry that must balance economic, political, and policy issues, with the need to provide the best quality of healthcare services. Leading in this environment is demanding, exciting, and rewarding. It necessitates new skills, knowledge, and approaches for all, from the emerging leader to the seasoned executive. At TallTrees Leadership we partner with you to support and encourage a new level of excellence. We provide key tools to assist you and your team to inspire change and build leadership capacity. We empower you to think differently, to grow and develop, and bring out the best in yourself and your teams.
Teach Music 21C	Merlin Thompson	PhD '13	Creator	Teach Music 21C is a groundbreaking professional development program that equips today's music teachers with 21st century teaching tools. Created by Merlin B. Thompson, TM21C recently benefited from participating in the UCalgary R2SI (research to social innovation) project. TM21C is leading the way in pedagogy-related explorations by introducing music teachers to socially-responsible strategies that engage diversity, enable accessibility and inclusion, and support thriving individuals and communities. Additional information: Music teaching has traditionally followed a master/apprentice approach where teachers are in charge of students' musical journey. The problem with this approach is that the overwhelming majority of young people who take music lessons, once they reach adulthood, never pick up their instrument or sing again. (A small percentage become professional musicians.) TM21C tells a different story - where a paradigm shift in music teaching promotes and supports lifelong music making as a natural part of personal and community wellbeing.
TechJutsu Inc.	Tracey Nyholt	BA’96	founder and CEO	In 2015 TechJutsu founder and CEO, Tracey Nyholt, noticed that several companies were offering one piece of the Identity and Access Management (IAM) puzzle, but no company offered a complete solution from start to finish. Tracey noticed this gap and decided to create a company that could do it all, from designing custom IAM solutions to providing training for the system's users to maintaining IAM solutions. Since then, she's built a company that offers best-in-class service for any IAM need.
That Bitch – A Brand for Cool People	Lara Gilbertson-Hudson	BA’06	owner	That Bitch isn't just a clothing brand. It's an attitude. A statement. A chance to be a little cheeky. We believe fashion is for everyone so we offer sizes up to 5XL, colours to match every mood and the option to shop without gender labels.
The Beach YYC	Elliot Weinstein	BA'06 MBA'11	President	The Beach YYC is an indoor beach volleyball and recreation facility dedicated to promoting active, healthy and social lives. We host adult beach volleyball leagues all year round, as well as hosting kids birthday parties and corporate team building events for small teams between 10-40 people, or company events for up to 150. Come say hi anytime!
The Doctrine Training Ltd.	Trev Williams	PhD’08	owner	Using a group based atmosphere, we teach and coach hobbyist cyclists and runners how to enjoy their sport over the long term and integrate it into their lifestyle, including vacations. We have two indoor studios we use over the winter season and have group cycling and vacations during the outdoor season.
The Establishment Brewing Company	Michal Foniok	BSc’09	co-owner and head brewer	The Establishment is a brewery and taproom located in Calgary's Manchester brewing district - an area perfect for brewery hopping. The taproom has a warm welcoming vibe with a growing collection of vinyl playing on the vintage record player. Expect award-winning world-class beers, from barrel-aged sours to European lagers, hoppy ales and everything in between.
The IVR Voice.com	Allison Smith	BFA’86	CEO	Allison Smith is the founder and CEO of The IVR Voice.com, which produces telephone and call center prompts for some of the largest companies globally. Voicing all aspects of telephone system/AI interactions, Allison Smith is one of the most prevalent telephone voices working today. Clients include PetSmart, Samsung, State Farm, NAPA Auto Parts. 3M, and NASA, to name a few.
The Madrid Collective	Kristen Galloway	BA'16	Co-Founder, Danielle Galloway, BA'16, Co-Founder	The Madrid Collective is a brand and web design studio that was started by Kristen and Danielle Galloway who moved to Madrid, Spain a year after graduating from the University of Calgary. The Madrid Collective specializes in brand strategy, brand design, website design and SEO for multi-passionate entrepreneurs, helping clients both in Spain and around the world.
The Mash	Britt Kozloski	BA'11	Co-Founder	Our journey began around the family dinner table in 2011. As siblings, we knew we wanted to create a company in Cochrane that we could all be a part of, however; our egos clashed when it came to what that company would be. Ideas such as a bakery and cheese factory were put into the list of contenders (I mean, who doesn’t love cheese!) but it wasn’t until Kyle suggested microbrewery that all our interests were peaked. Fast forward through a few years of blood, sweat and tears and we were officially brewing beer and offering delicious bites in our very own microbrewery and restaurant called Half Hitch Brewing Company. With the left over grain from brewing beer, we created The Mash – our newest baby! We take our spent grain and turn it into uniquely flavourful pizza dough that pairs perfectly with Half Hitch pints. To stay true to our slogan: Brewed by Family, Shared with Friends… we aim to create a space where those who enter feel at home. Thank you for being a part of our community! Proud sponsor of Dinos Athletics. 7 locations in Calgary, Edmonton and Chestemere. The Mash encompasses a full-circle approach, emphasizing the upcycling of products in a way that reduces waste and allows for second chances of used components. With upcycling and repurposing we reduce the need for production that requires massive amounts of energy, resources, and pollution, and in turn, we minimize landfill gasses that are harmful to the environment. We enjoy getting creative with old and vintage furniture and incorporating it into our restaurants, making it a unique and comfortable space that our guests can feel good about when they dine at The Mash.
The New Brunswick B&B	Ken Knight	BComm’84	owner and manager	The New Brunswick Bed and Breakfast is newly built and custom-designed for pampering guests. This inn was a life-long dream and we agonized over every inch of it from the ground up. The rich history of St. Andrews (many times voted one of best places to visit in Canada) and New Brunswick are right outside our doors. Luxury comforts. Historic seaside adventures. A modern getaway at the tip of the Canadian Maritimes. Forget everything you know about bed and breakfasts… Think luxury hospitality, curated local experiences and comforts of home (if your home had a live-in chef and housekeeper). A comfortable bed with sumptuous linens, where rising at dawn or sleeping late are equally welcomed. Quiet privacy with modern amenities and individual temperature controls. Breakfasts made with real ingredients.
The Red Seed Inc.	Ahmed Abosafi	BComm’10	CEO	We sell the worlds best sunflower seeds (according to us and everyone that loves the red seed) we sell online and in over 60+ Retail partner locations Canada wide (including Sobeys, Safeway, Centex gas stations and many more which can be found on our website's store locator). We have unique and delicious flavors (Ketchup, BBQ, and Spicy chili lemon). Our seeds are big in size, bold in flavor, and premium in quality. The perfect snack for everyone to enjoy.
The Silk Road Spice Merchant	Colin Leach	BA’98 and Kelci Hind	BN’02 are the proprietors	Located in Calgary and Edmonton and serving all of Canada, the Silk Road is a family business inspired by the senses. We love to cook and experiment with unusual ingredients. And when you love to feed the senses, there’s nothing quite like the colours, smells and flavours of spices. We are totally passionate about the ability of spices to turn a standard kitchen into an incredible adventure.
The Sugar Cube	Alyssa Tilston	BComm'12	Owner	The Sugar Cube is Calgary's mobile candy store - sweetening up events throughout the city with our Candy Truck and Cotton Candy Carts. We specialize in upscale custom candy options, perfect for corporate gifting - and we ship all across Canada.
Top Pick Real Estate	Panagiotis (Peter) Thymaras	BA ’03	Founder	Since graduating in 2003 with a degree in economics I have worked in Calgary's residential and commercial real estate markets. My passion is helping clients do everything from find the perfect home to leasing the right commercial space for their business and everything in between. In that time I have developed great relationships in all of our real estate support industries that I am happy to share with clients.
True Büch Kombucha	Louisa Ferrel	BComm’04	a co-founder	True Büch is a Calgary-based kombucha company that first opened its doors in 2014. It started small, and the goal was simple - to brew great tasting kombucha and give back to the local community that supports us. Since then True Büch has found its way into some of our favourite retailers across the country. We've stayed true to our original plan by continuing to only use the best quality organic and local ingredients and by reinvesting a portion of our profits into projects that are close to our hearts.
Tuesday Brewing	Bill Robinson	BEd'99	CMO / Sales Director	CRAFTED FOR VICTORY To brew the best craft NA beer you've gotta sweat the details. And believe us, we’ve obsessed over every recipe, ingredient, and batch to bring you a beer worthy of your attention. We’ve even added Vitamin C & D. We are part of a bigger company Hillsboro that also produces TruBuch Kambucha. Tuesday is planning on launching a 4th SKU/style in March!
TuffHill eBikes	Brian Hill	BComm'06	Co-Founder / CFO, Sean Tuff, BComm'16, Co-Founder, Stephanie Tuff, BComm'10, Co-Founder, Alexandra Contreras, BA'06 BEDP'09, Co-Founder	TuffHill eBikes (https://www.tuffhillebikes.com/) locally designs electric bikes with high quality, low maintenance components specifically curated for the Canadian urban riding environment.Our company was started by two local Calgary families, the Tuffs and the Hills (all founders are UCalgary graduates). In 2021, after many passionate conversations about the role eBikes could play in the future transportation, TuffHill eBikes was born. Our vision is to transform the way people move in their cities. We actively advocate for safe bicycle infrastructure and partner with local organizations to empower people of all backgrounds to join the cycling revolution. We currently offer one ebike model (with 2 frame styles) geared towards urban or “tour” riding. We also sell accessories such as baskets, winter tires, and panniers. EBike education is a key service we offer in addition to bike sales. We offer long test rides for free and provide biking resources and education to the biking-curious (https://www.tuffhillebikes.com/choosing-the-right-ebike-for-me). TuffHill eBikes was featured as an Innovator of the Week by Avenue Magazine and we have co-organized bike rides with numerous city councilors as a way to advocate for more sophisticated bike infrastructure.
Tutor Doctor	Yossi Suissa	MA’07	owner and operator	At Tutor Doctor Calgary, the tutors we work with provide individualized lessons at the comfort of student’s home. We understand that no two students are the same. Why should they be expected to learn in the same way? Our skilled tutors take the time to understand how students processes information and build lessons around that. Serving students across Calgary and Airdrie, Tutor Doctor is proud to be a trusted leader for in-home and online tutoring services. Tutor Doctor has grown to serve more than 200,000 families across 15 different countries. We keep parents and teachers at the heart of our individualized academic support system as we change the trajectory of students' lives - one student at a time.
Two Moons Macarons	Grace Frehlich	BKIN'13	Founder, Owner	Two Moons Macarons prepares and sells a variety of gourmet, Italian-style macarons. We cater all kinds of parties and events, and can be found at many of the local markets around Calgary!
Two Planks Collective	Kyle Erskine	BSC'14	Owner/Founder	Full service general contracting, home renovation and carpentry based in Calgary, Alberta. We're here to help you turn your ideas into your ideal space, and help maintain your spaces so you can focus on living in them, instead of repairing them. We work hard to keep projects on time and budget, so that your ideal renovation is stress free and lets you enjoy your dream space sooner.
TZ Law	Roger (Tong Jun) Zhang	JD'19	Principal/Managing Lawyer	TZ Law is a boutique firm serving Alberta and British Columbia with a dedicated focus on employment, human rights, and privacy law. We provide strategic counsel to both employers and employees, acting as committed legal partners to find the optimal path forward for our clients.
Vertica Engineering Inc.	Jay Stobbe	'10	Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Principal	Vertica Engineering is a boutique mechanical engineering firm in Calgary, Alberta We specialize in HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection system designs to service the construction industry throughout Alberta. Our solutions focused and collaborative approach to all projects ensures cost effective and sustainable mechanical design solutions. We work with the project team and other industry experts to ensure the mechanical design satisfies the owners objective and budget.
VizworX Inc.	Jeff LaFrenz	BSc’85	MSc’88, President and co-founder	Delivering enterprise-class digital experiences, VizworX is an advanced software solutions company. Leveraging the latest in augmented reality, virtual reality, artificial intelligence and complex data visualization technologies and techniques, VizworX supports a number of industries including energy, construction, government, agriculture and defence and aerospace. We enable the human-in-the-loop to fully engage, more deeply understand and significantly enhance their decision making capabilities.
Vovia	Cameron Prockiw	BComm'95	Founder	We plan, execute and analyze successful and performance-driven marketing campaigns. The marketing and media landscape is ever-changing and increasingly complex. Navigating it effectively requires a guide. Vovia has been guiding our client partners to greater marketing and media performance since 2007. Our team of specialists will help you reach your audiences and customers cost effectively and ensure your data is accurate, providing insight, and available in real-time. Current and past clients include: Alberta Ballet, ATB Financial, Bow Valley College, BrokerLink, Cabela's, Calgary Co-op, Calgary Stampede, STARS, Tourism Calgary, Travel Alberta, and the University of Calgary.
Wild \| Life Outdoor Adventures	Jenelle Peterson	BComm’09	CEO	The Wild \| Life Outdoor Adventures is an outdoor brand providing wilderness inspired activities, apparel, and gear to families. We help parents get kids outside, more often. At the core of the business, TheWild \| Life is an e-commerce company that delivers monthly outdoor-themed subscription boxes to Canadian kids aged 6-12.
WillowStone Marketing Inc.	Dominik Pula	'21	Bachelor of Commerce, Co-Founder & Owner	WillowStone Marketing Inc. is headquartered in Calgary AB and operates nationally to provide Canadian businesses with a digital marketing and search engine optimization strategy. We have helped hundreds of clients make the switch to go digital during the COVID-19 Pandemic and continue to support all their needs.
Worthington PR and Story	Paula Worthington	BA'01	Founder And President	We are a highly sought-after communications, social media and PR agency operating in Calgary. We support local, regional and national brands, and our core purpose is to help brands share their stories with the world. Founded in 2018, our multi–disciplinary team works with clients across all sectors and industries. Many of our clients are Alberta-based, but we also have several national brands on our roster. We are well versed in internal and external communications, media and public, brand strategy and storytelling, digital marketing, social media, issues and crisis management, and events. Additional Information: Also home to Noble Arrow a leading PR, marketing and communications agency serving non-profits and changemakers in Calgary and beyond.
YYC Pickleball	Ivy Chan	BSc'01 MBA'10	Owner	YYC Pickleball is a multi-court facility boasting 7 courts, lounging areas, and quality outdoor surfacing. Whether you’re a dinking enthusiast, an aspiring pro, or in the grassroots of your pickleball journey, we've got something for you. At our core, we believe pickleball is more than just a game: it’s a lifestyle. Our community is made to serve anyone and everyone- providing opportunities to learn, compete, and connect. We offer a range of activities, from casual meetups to organized tournaments, all designed to elevate your game. Your pickleball journey starts here, and we’re excited to serve you every step of the way! We offer different programs and play structures. From classes and clinics, to leagues, open play and social mixers, we have something for everyone!
YYSpeak	Miranda Krogstad	BA-H'15	Founder, Spoken Word Poet	YYSpeak is a communal network that hosts local spoken word poetry events in the Calgary area. In addition, key members perform workshops in schools across Western Canada, spreading Calgarian spoken word poetry across British Columbia and Alberta.
ZAK LAW	Simon Zak	JD’19	MBA’19, a lawyer and owner	ZAK LAW helps people in Calgary with criminal and mental health needs. The firm supports clients in their needs, such as: • Belonging; • Respect; • Justice, fortitude, prudence, and moderation; • Methodical analysis; • Empathy; and • Health, liberty, and personal security. ZAK LAW concentrates on client options, prompt disclosure, early disposition (e.g., alternative resolution), and thorough hearing preparation.
Zelos Investment Counsel	Gilbert Bong; Kareen Stangherlin	BComm '06; BComm '00	Founding Partner & President; Founding Partner & CEO	At Zelos, we believe financial well-being and quality of life go hand in hand. With steadfast determination, industry leading expertise and a deep sense of care, our team works to deliver optimized financial results for our clients through our proprietary wealth management platform. Whether you are an entrepreneur, affluent family, or institution, we will help you access institutional quality investment opportunities and portfolio strategies. At Zelos, we don’t just manage investments, we build robust, risk-aware portfolios to optimize our clients’ financial well-being. Our firm is differentiated by its values and its people. Our team of financial thought leaders bring their diverse global investment perspectives together to create a differentiated approach to portfolio construction. Our firm is independent from financial institutions, enabling a structure that is truly aligned to clients’ best interests.

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