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Grab a coffee and pull up a chair for an inspiring episode of Coffee in the Park with special guest Doug Griffiths, President and CEO of the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce! Jennifer and Cam sit down with Doug to discuss his journey from rural Alberta to provincial politics and business leadership.

Raised on a ranch near Coronation, Alberta, Doug’s path was anything but linear. After earning an honors degree in philosophy, working as a junior high school teacher in Byemoor, and running a ranch, Doug entered provincial politics at age 29. Over a 13-year career as an MLA, he served in several cabinet portfolios—including Minister of Municipal Affairs—and penned the influential strategy that grew into his bestselling book, 13 Ways to Kill Your Community.

Doug shares how his company 13 Ways helps communities build resilience and thrive across North America and beyond. He reflects on his time in government, the leadership lessons he learned alongside political mentors, and his work breathing new energy into the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce. Doug also opens up about his family life, his perspective on true leadership, and his ultimate piece of advice: finding your own purpose and focusing on building the life you want.

Tune in to hear Doug’s fascinating story, his insights into economic growth and community strength, and why he remains optimistic about the future of Edmonton and Alberta!

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Grab a coffee and pull up a chair for a inspiring episode of Coffee in the Park with special guest Alicia Donnelly, President of Overland Container Transportation Services (OCTS)! Jennifer and Cam sit down with Alicia to discuss her career, leadership insights, and recent recognition after OCTS won Large Business of the Year at the Acheson Business Association Awards.

Born in Edson and raised in Bruderheim, Alicia’s career path began in a rather unexpected place, a four-day stint as a highway flag person before transitioning indoors to industrial construction. Over the next two decades, she built an impressive career in the male-dominated energy sector, moving through roles at Flint Energy, URS, and AEcom, working everywhere from Fort McMurray to Thailand. In 2024, after completing her EMBA at Western University, Alicia took a bold leap across industries to become President of OCTS in Acheson, where she now oversees a team of 67 employees and 80 owner-operators in containerized freight logistics.

Alicia shares valuable lessons on navigating major career transitions, the importance of mentorship, and how to represent leadership with accountability. She offers candid advice on career growth, discussing why young professionals should remain open to unexpected opportunities rather than sticking to a rigid path. Alicia also highlights the critical role of trades in today's economy and shares her ultimate piece of career advice: approaching every challenge with relentless curiosity.

Tune in to hear Alicia’s inspiring story, her perspectives on leadership and supply chains, and her advice for the next generation of leaders!

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Grab a coffee and pull up a chair, welcome to another exciting episode of Coffee in the Park featuring Colby from Lobster Mobsters!

Colby grew up in Prince Edward Island, eventually pursuing a degree as a civil engineering technologist that brought him west to Alberta in 2006. While working in engineering, he teamed up with his brother, Devin on a unique side venture bringing fresh East Coast seafood to the Prairies. What began as a home-based business in a Brooks garage back in 2015 quickly took on a life of its own. When Colby faced a job layoff during the pandemic, he decided to go all in on the business, securing their first brick-and-mortar storefront in Nisku in 2020. That bold move paid off, leading to rapid expansion across Alberta. Today, Lobster Mobsters operates three retail locations in Brooks, Edmonton, and Nisku, along with custom-built 26-foot mobile units outfitted in Stony Plain that travel across Western Canada.

Colby breaks down the common myths around fresh versus flash-frozen fish, explaining why flash freezing can often deliver superior quality and flavor. He takes us through their extensive product lineup, which includes everything from crab and lobster to homemade fish cakes, sweet clams, and regional specialties. He also reveals his top insider secret for making authentic Maritime lobster rolls at home, including why Miracle Whip is an absolute must. Beyond their retail operations, Colby highlights their Mini Mobsters fundraising program, which helps local youth sports teams and community groups raise funds by earning 15% profit on seafood sales with convenient local pickup or delivery options.

Tune in to hear Colby's incredible journey from civil engineering technologist to seafood entrepreneur, get expert tips on cooking Maritime classics at home, and discover how Lobster Mobsters is bringing a taste of the Atlantic to the Prairies!

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