Who’s walking around in Poppy Barley shoes? Here, we spend 5 minutes with our customers to find out who they are and what they do.
Name
Joseph DoucetOccupation
Dean of the Alberta School of Business at the University of AlbertaHome
Edmonton, AlbertaPoppy Barley style(s) I own:
The Calgary Wingtip in Black Calf and Tan Calf
Describe a typical work day for you.
- I like to start with a gym workout, not always done
- I often have a breakfast meeting - but most of the day is in meetings
- I often have lunch and sometimes dinner out – so I appreciate being home for dinner with my wife when that happens
- So, in sum: lots of meetings – but mostly with interesting people (students, colleagues, leaders outside U) and on interesting issues
What is the most rewarding part of being the Dean of the Alberta School of Business?
Engaging with students – bright, articulate and energetic.What are three key attributes one needs to be successful in business?
- The ability to see the big picture and not get bogged down in details – i.e. see and develop strategy
- The ability to execute on big and small things – i.e. strategy, and the important details
- The ability to listen – to clients, colleagues, etc. There is always something to learn and you don’t learn if you don’t listen to others.
How were you first introduced into the energy sector?
During PhD studies at UC Berkeley, looking at electricity markets and pricing.You were recently appointed as an expert on the government’s panel for diversification and economic development, how has that experience been for you thus far?
Exciting, energizing, and a little daunting – the province’s economic environment is complex, and the challenges are significant; however I am very optimistic vis-à-vis our future and see lots of upside if we are able to focus on a vision forward to help develop the economy of the next century.
