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Volume 12
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| July 2008
Vol. 12 Issue 7
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Alberta's 50 Most Influential PeopleIf you haven’t already cottoned on to the idea that Alberta is an economic, political and cultural powerhouse, our 12th annual Most Influential list might finally have you convinced. More than a catalogue of oil and gas CEOs, this year’s list is populated with modern Medicis, human rights protectors and rising tech stars. These 50 people reflect Alberta’s broader economy and a noticeable shift in thinking about economic sustainability happening in Alberta, and beyond our borders. The changing of the old guard to the new is afoot.
ChokedAlberta needs more power and generating companies are lining up to supply it. The problem – one that won’t be solved soon – is getting it to market
The New KingmakersBehind the election of two rookie premiers in the space of six months lies a little-known Calgary PR firm. Suddenly, Spotlight Strategies stands at the fulcrum of political power in Western Canada
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| June 2008
Vol. 12 Issue 6
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THINK: A New Idea of AlbertaAn immodest proposal for Alberta's future
Alberta's 10 Best Communities for BusinessFrom land costs to labour markets, amenities to average incomes, we compared Alberta’s cities, towns and regional municipalities. And while every business has its own set of reasons for locating where it does, the results may surprise you
Alberta's DisadvantageCanada is standing pat while the rest of the world moves toward a network of bilateral trade deals, according to a new study from the University of Alberta’s Western Centre for Economic Research. And Alberta exporters, from beef producers to forest products manufacturers, are losing out. We spoke with WCER director Helmut Mach about the findings
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| May 2008
Vol. 12 Issue 5
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Suit YourselfAt the age of 30, Jordan Singer took over his family’s 70-year-old business. Now he’s using behavioural psychology to sell clothes. What the heck is this guy doing?
25 Things You Didn't Know About Saskatchewan(But Ought To)
The World’s Greatest SaversIn little more than a decade, Norway has saved nearly $400 billion from its oil windfall, repudiating what some call the “oil curse.” What Alberta could learn from this frugal northern nation
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| April 2008
Vol. 12 Issue 4
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The Oilsand Producer's DilemmaA gold-rush mentality in the oilsands will kill the entire sector’s profitability, warns a mathematical model used to predict industry outcomes. Fuzzy-headed, yes, but so far it’s proven eerily accurate
10 Tips For Buying StatesideTake Alberta’s wealth effect, throw in a Canadian dollar at par and the distressed United States housing market, and vacation homes south of the border are suddenly looking a whole lot more attainable. Here are some things to think about before you cross the line, or sign on it
20 Skills Every Boss Should KnowYou can go to business school or work your way up the corporate ladder for years and still be unprepared for the challenges your first managerial job throws at you. We asked experienced businesspeople, management experts and others for big or little skills they consider essential for any leader, from supervisor to CEO. Here’s what they told us
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| March 2008
Vol. 12 Issue 3
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Alberta's Best Workplaces 2008From the greenest organizations to the most family-friendly, Alberta Venture surveyed businesses across the province to find the employers who put their employees first - and reap the rewards of attracting the best in the field
Scar Spangled BannerIt’s the small businessperson’s worst nightmare: a group of employees quits and joins the competition. Here’s how one owner fought back – and the “unvictory” that ensued
The Star TreatmentHow to get Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to say yes to your next event and what to really expect when booking a high-profile speaker
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| February 2008
Vol. 12 Issue 2
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Investing Outside InYou’ve accumulated a decent-sized investment portfolio. So how come you’re still paying retail? Here’s how to start thinking and investing like an insider
Bucks or BooksAs the boom-bait of high-paying grunt work siphons kids out of higher education, is Alberta sabotaging its next economy?
Everything Old is New AgainProperty developers used to scoff at the idea of historical restoration. Then came a few more ways they could make a buck
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| January 2008
Vol. 12 Issue 1
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The Roughneck's Last HurrahEnergy-related companies dominate this year’s Fast 50, but they’re already digging in for leaner times ahead
A Woman's Place…is in the boardroom.
Highlights of this year’s Women on Board
Corporate Governance Symposium in Kananaskis
The Need for SpeedThree self-described “geezers” have emerged as the only players with plans for a bullet train between Edmonton and Calgary. Do they have the staying power to get the job done?
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