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Raise Her Up: Teresa Clouston

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Raise Her Up: Teresa Clouston

 Contributing to the leadership and growth of ATB, Teresa Clouston, Executive Vice President of Business and Agriculture, thrives on seeing others succeed. We had the chance to hear her experiences as a leader in one of Alberta's most successful organizations.
6-minute read
Raise Her Up: Jessica Janzen

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Raise Her Up: Jessica Janzen

 Jessica Janzen is a force to be reckoned with. After losing her six-month-old son to a rare disease, Spinal Muscular Atrophy, she started her own foundation, Love for Lewiston, and has raised over $620,000 to date. She’s also a social media trailblazer, business owner and mother of three.
6-minute read
Raise Her Up: Martha Jamieson

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Raise Her Up: Martha Jamieson

 Martha is the Senior Vice President of Strategic Servies at the Edmonton branch of DDB, one of the world's leading advertising agencies. With more than two decades of experience in her field, Martha is a creative force who gives her all to the clients she works with.
2-minute read
Raise Her Up: Nancy MacDonald

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Raise Her Up: Nancy MacDonald

 Nancy is a natural leader with a curious mind who has helped to shape how Edmontonians move with and interact with the city. As the Vice President of Urban Planning for the Edmonton-based global design firm Stantec, Nancy is passionate about creating better and more livable cities.
5-minute read
Raise Her Up: Kendall & Justine Barber

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Raise Her Up: Kendall & Justine Barber

 In 2012, Kendall and Justine took a leap of faith by quitting their career jobs to start Poppy Barley. More than learning how to run a successful and nationally recognized business, they have learned how to listen to themselves.
3-minute read
Raise Her Up: Jill Griffiths

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Raise Her Up: Jill Griffiths

 Jill has worked as an Obstetrician/Gynecologist in Edmonton since 2006, and currently practices at the Pacific Center for Reproductive Medicine. In addition to her day job, she is a mom of four children aged 5-11 and an Assistant Clinical Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University...
6-minute read
Raise Her Up: Robyn Eeson

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Raise Her Up: Robyn Eeson

 With nearly two decades of experience in her field, Robyn is dominating in her career as a partner at KPMG, a fiercely competitive athlete, caring mother, and an active board member for some of the city’s most notable charitable organizations.
3-minute read
In Her Shoes: Marielle Elizabeth

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In Her Shoes: Marielle Elizabeth

 A voice for slow fashion and size inclusivity, Marielle advocates for brands to take responsibility of their business practices. We sat down with Marielle to discuss why slow fashion begins with you, the consumer.
6-minute read
In His Shoes: Jereme

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In His Shoes: Jereme

 Jereme is breaking stereotypes with his family of quickly-growing salons. We caught a glimpse of his top motivators and entrepreneurial wisdom when we put him in the hot seat.
4-minute read
In His Shoes: Jared Smith

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In His Shoes: Jared Smith

 We sat down with Edmonton’s Jared Smith. Former co-founder of INCITE Marketing, he is now making moves in the luxury vacation rental industry. We get a snapshot of his highlights and his lowlights.
11-minute read
In His Shoes: Andrew Ference

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In His Shoes: Andrew Ference

 Andrew Ference rose to notoriety during his career as an NHL defenceman, but this business-minded Edmontonian is anything but a stereotypical jock. We sat down with Andrew to ask him about what keeps him motivated & life after hockey.
5-minute read
In His Shoes: Jesse Kupina

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In His Shoes: Jesse Kupina

 We sat down to chat with Jesse Kupina, a Gastro-Pub Innovator and Nightclub Guru. In plain-speak, he’s the Co-Owner/Founder of Central Social Hall and The Ranch Roadhouse in Edmonton, Alberta.
13-minute read