Born into an entrepreneurial family from Bell Island, Natasha’s introduction into the world of business began at a young age. Her parents started their business, Hunt’s Transport Limited (HTL), from the basement of their home and raised three children in between dispatching drivers and taking sales calls.

Natasha’s involvement in the family business commenced at age 16, spending summers working at the NL location and Cambridge, ON location. Since then Natasha has spent the past eight years as a member of the team at HTL, trying her hand at everything from administration to marketing, payroll and now dispatching. Following in her father’s footsteps, Natasha also enjoys engaging in aspects of land development and real estate.

Although there’s admittedly no place like home, Natasha has always loved to travel. She opted to spend her graduating year of high school in Sweden through the Rotary Youth Exchange Program. Natasha has traveled to many countries in Europe and North America; experiences which have helped shaped the person she is today.

Natasha graduated from MUN in 2010 with an IBBA (International Bachelor of Business Administration). When not dispatching a fleet of transport trucks throughout North America, Natasha enjoys running, cooking, decorating and exploring new business ideas and undertakings.

We asked Natasha:

The OGM: What does sustainability mean to you?

Natasha: To me, sustainability means being responsible and proactive in present day so that future generations can live as we do or even better.

The OGM: Have you had a mentor?

Natasha: Yes – I’ve actually been fortunate enough to have two. Both of my parents have been role models and mentors for me in all aspects of my life. Witnessing their strong work ethics, commitment, and professionalism has motivated me to practice the same traits in my own career.

The OGM: What does success mean to you?

Natasha: I believe success is finding a perfect balance between your work life and your personal life. It’s doing your job to the best of your ability living your life to its full potential.

The OGM: If you were to describe your career in three words what would they be?

Natasha: Diverse. Rewarding. Evolving.

The OGM: What advice would you give to someone looking for a career in the energy industry?

Natasha: Always strive to do better and to learn from those around you. Newfoundland is a great province, with the people and resources to match, so I would advise anyone looking, that now is the time to get involved and not to wait!

The OGM: Describe a milestone in your career?

Natasha: A milestone in my career would be learning and taking on the role of long haul dispatcher with Hunt’s Transport. This is the heart of our operation so learning this aspect of the business has been very insightful and rewarding.

The OGM: Describe a challenge you faced in your career?

Natasha: Gaining the courage to put fourth ideas and suggestions and being confident in decision making is a challenge when entering the work force as a junior employee. Realizing that taking a chance was a worthwhile risk helped me overcome this challenge.

The OGM: What do the next five years look like in your career?

Natasha: I would hope that during the next 5 years I will continue to grow both professionally and personally and to contribute to the local business and community growth.

The OGM: Were you always interested in a career in Energy?

Natasha: To be honest I was not always interested in the Energy Industry. My involvement in the industry happened as a result of the current and future projects within the growing energy sector of Newfoundland and Labrador which have created opportunities for companies such as HTL who have .

The OGM: Do you have a role model you look up to?

Natasha: Again, I would have to say my role models are my parents. Their entrepreneurial drive and determination is inspiring and they have demonstrated that little is achieved without hard work and sacrifice.
I aspire to gain the respect and recognition that my father, Greer Hunt, has earned over his career professionally, from his peers and from the community.

The OGM: What is your favorite APP on your phone?

Natasha: I don’t have many APPs, but of the ones I do have, my favorite would be 8tracks, it’s a music/playlist APP.

The OGM: What’s your take on Social Media and our ever changing digital world?

Natasha: In my opinion, social media makes the world a somewhat smaller yet more resourceful place. It connects people, places and ideas, creates opportunities and enables easier sharing of information.

The OGM: What Social Medium do you use on a daily basis?

Natasha: LinkedIn occasionally. I use social media for business purposes mostly.

The OGM: Do you use Social Media for work?

Natasha: LinkedIn

The OGM: What do you think of Social Recruiting?

Natasha: Social recruiting is certainly a great way to reach a large pool of potential incumbents. However I strongly feel that a face to face encounter is the best hiring practice.

As Chief Operating Officer, Hafiz has developed an effective approach for client relations including managing expectations, project documentation and execution, and contractual negotiations. He combines his project management experience with customer service, to ensure JOI Media is an easy company to work with in all of our dealings. Being part of a team that strives to disrupt conventional practices, you can find Hafiz in boardrooms across North America working on innovate enterprise software solutions.

We asked Hafiz:

The OGM: What does sustainability mean to you?

Hafiz: Being sustainable is having the ability to make decisions that impact the longevity of whatever you are involved with. Having a team of individuals that respect eachother, adapting to changing trends and an open line of communication are key ingredients to sustainability.

The OGM: Have you had a mentor?

Hafiz: I have had the opportunity to work with some great mentors. Going on the old adage of “you don’t have time to make all the mistakes in the world” I try to learn as much as I can from people that we respect in all areas. Putting a board of advisors was one of the first things we did when JOI Media was launched. Business coaching, sales expertise, and industry approaches are all things that we look for and aren’t afraid to ask advice on.

The OGM: What does success mean to you?

Hafiz: Success is about enjoying the ride and not a final destination. Success to me is being able to look back and know that everyday you are moving forward, towards something that you can be proud of. We are most proud when we have positively affected the people we work with and have made an impact on their business. Therefore, adding value and success go hand in hand.

The OGM: If you were to describe your career in three words what would they be?

Hafiz: Relationships are everything!

The OGM: What advice would you give to someone looking for a career in the energy industry?

Hafiz: Some advice that I give to students and other prospects looking to get into the industry is to have a solid LinkedIn profile. This is extremely important, as this is usually the first point of real contact. Also, don’t be afraid to pick up the phone and ask to buy someone you respect coffee. You would be surprised at the results of a genuine reach out for advice.

The OGM: Describe a milestone in your career?

Hafiz: One of the most memorable events in my career was when we won the Emerging Enterprise of the Year award in 2011. Launching Katipult, earning the business of some great companies and reaching our goal for JOI to the World were contributing factors, and winning validated what we as a team were doing and felt like a great reward for the hard work to get to that point.

The OGM: Describe a challenge you faced in your career?

Hafiz: A challenge that we, and many other companies faced, was finding our identity. Figuring out not only what you are best at, but what really turns your crank are things that take time. When JOI Media made the decision to only focus on digital technology, we lost many great employees and had to turn down business…both very difficult things to do but necessary to be the best in one field versus good in many.

The OGM: What impact does technology have on your career?

Hafiz: Technology impacts my day-to-day operations more than anything else. Having the right tools to communicate with my team on a daily basis and managing projects are all done on a variety of applications that have become a indispensible part of my role.

The OGM: What do the next five years look like in your career?

Hafiz: After reading Rework, a book that we made all of our employees read, we stopped making 5 year plans as they were nothing more than educated guesses. Technology is improving on a daily basis and our goal for the foreseeable future is to keep growing as individuals and eventually be the leader in enterprise web-based software and in the crowdfunding market.

The OGM: Were you always interested in a career in Energy?

Hafiz: Growing up in Calgary, the Energy industry has always been around me. Friends and family have worked in a variety of companies relating to the field, and it is very rare that you would go somewhere and not meet someone in the industry. I always wanted to work with companies in the Energy sector but the focus was on how they could better run the company. We are in the business of people and how companies can build tools to engage their stakeholders, we just happen to be in a city dominated by Energy.

The OGM: Do you have a role model you look up to?

Hafiz: I look at my father as a great role model. Ever since I can remember, he has always been the hardest working person I have known. Running his own business, I saw at a very young age how important it was to create great customer experiences. He also taught me the importance of being business, family and spiritually balanced. Enjoying bbq’s, camping trips and family trips are always things I will cherish. An avid community volunteer, I could see how giving back to the community kept him grounded, a trait that I value in him to this day.

The OGM: What is your favorite APP on your phone?

Hafiz: As a person who is influenced by my surroundings, music has a big impact on my mood. Songza is an app that is constantly running and provides great tunes to match what kind of activity I am doing at that moment.

The OGM: What impact will the Millennial Generation have on the Energy industry?

Hafiz: The millennial generation will have a massive impact on not only the Energy industry, but every industry as they are set to construct over 50% of the workfoce by 2020. Companies need to be forward looking and utilize the experience that they bring, as mentalities and priorities have shifted from generations ago. Stats are proving that this generation would rather work for a company that is socially responsible over one that isn’t, and also value corporate culture more than an increase in salary. Understanding the psyche of this demographic will be critical if organizations want to retain and attract the best that the millennials have to offer.

The OGM: What’s your take on Social Media and our ever changing digital world?

Hafiz: Social media is increasingly influential on behaviors and can shift attitudes on a subject within minutes. Having the ability to view anything in real time, coupled with the ability to follow or connect to highly influential people is a very powerful mix. Communications personnel have an opportunity to retain knowledge from experienced employees on their way to another company or are close to retirement by using what social media has taught to capture ideas and share them amongst the group. Understanding the dynamics of social media can be a powerful medium of change within an organization as crowdsourcing ideas, democratizing decisions within the corporate sphere are just a couple of trends that help companies stand out from the crowd.

The OGM: What Social Medium do you use on a daily basis?

Hafiz: I am constantly on LinkedIn as it has proven to be a great networking tool. Prospective clients as well as present board members have been approached from their LinkedIn profile.

The OGM: Do you use Social Media for work?

Hafiz: At JOI Media, many of our online tools are social in nature as collaborating, commenting and discussing issues need to happen in real time. This doesn’t mean that Facebook and twitter are being used, but rather web apps with similar functionality are utilized for optimal operations.

The OGM: What do you think of Social Recruiting?

Hafiz: I like the idea of social recruiting. Social recruiting can mean many things but we urge companies that we work with to provide tools that are social in nature, so when their employees share about the experience they had at work, their network would be enticed to apply or inquire about a position.

Individuals who understand that their first impression will likely be made from what a company will view on their LinkedIn profile will benefit from proper utilization.

The OGM: Why do you love what you do?

Hafiz: Creating a sustainable corporation with a group of individuals has been one of the most rewarding experiences in my life. I love what I do because everyday is a unique experience and there is always an opportunity to learn something new. Working with clients and team members that always question the norm and think BIG is hard to match.

Early in his career, Ogden served as a consultant for international staffing specialists, the Huntress Group, where he met Jon Macaulay and Spencer Ogden CEO and Co-Founder David Spencer-Percival. He then took a position developing alumni relations for the Ogden Trust, which pledges more than $1.6 million a year to support bright children from low-income backgrounds

Having been part of the Spencer Ogden team since its launch in January 2010, Ogden has extensive training and experience within each sector of the energy market, representing energy professionals at all levels and recruits for clients internationally within oil and gas, power generation, nuclear, renewable, smart energy, finance and trading.

Ogden graduated with honors from the University of Durham and currently serves as an Ogden Trust Trustee.

We asked Edward:

The OGM: What does sustainability mean to you?

Edward: Living within our means and driving economies that are based on enduring qualities rather than short term rewards. We need to make sure that we build a blend of energy output so that we have various fuel options for years to come.

The OGM: Have you had a mentor?

Edward: Not exactly a mentor, but people who have the ambition that you want to associate with and follow.

The OGM: What does success mean to you?

Edward: Many things but fundamentally, recognition is the number one indicator of success.

The OGM: If you were to describe your career in three words what would they be?

Edward: short, fun and tough

The OGM: What advice would you give to someone looking for a career in the energy industry?

Edward: Get an engineering degree.

The OGM: Describe a milestone in your career?

Edward: Turning 30.

The OGM: Describe a challenge you faced in your career?

Edward: Relocating to Houston (not knowing a single person) in order to incorporate and build out Spencer Ogden, Inc. into the Americas.

The OGM: What impact does technology have on your career?

Edward: In my opinion, it improves it. Specifically for us in the recruitment industry, social networking sites such as LinkedIn help us as well as cloud information storing.

The OGM: What do the next five years look like in your career?

Edward: Steadily trying to build the Americas region of our office, which should grow to more than 200 staff in our Houston, Calgary,  New York, San Francisco, Denver and Rio de Janiero offices.

The OGM: Were you always interested in a career in Energy?

Edward: Honestly it was something I fell into. The vehicle was always recruitment however our CEO saw a gap in the market to build a one-stop shop for energy companies to use.

The OGM: What interests you to sustain a career in the Energy industry?

Edward: The understanding and the development of the industry is endless. We cannot operate without it, so it’s a great space to be in.

The OGM: Do you have a role model you look up to?

Edward: My father (Sir Peter Ogden, the co-founder and investor of Spencer Ogden, Inc.)

The OGM: What does Energy mean to you?

Edward: Bills

The OGM: What is your favorite APP on your phone?

Edward: BBC news

The OGM: What impact will the Millennial Generation have on the Energy industry?

Edward: Big question, but I feel it will be Energy management. Most likely that the next generation will impose changes on how we store and use energy. This will allow less waste and cheaper prices for consumers.

The OGM: What Social Medium do you use on a daily basis?

Edward: LinkedIn

The OGM: Do you use Social Media for work?

Edward: Yes LinkedIn as well as Twitter for certain announcements.

The OGM: What do you think of Social Recruiting?

Edward: It’s an important development in how people can represent themselves in the job market. Job seekers and employees have millions of resumes at their fingertips on LinkedIn if people market themselves correctly.

The OGM: Why do you love what you do?

Edward: There’s a destination I am trying to get to.

Prior to her current role, Christina worked for ExxonMobil Gas & Power Marketing in both the European and North America offices, and gained venture experience evaluating oil and gas technology investments with Venrock Management LLC in 2011.

Christina’s background is in Chemical Engineering with Bachelor and Masters of Engineering degrees from the University of Cambridge. In 2012 she extended her academic studies through a graduate degree from MIT in Energy Technology and Policy. Her graduate research work at the MIT Energy Initiative focused on evaluating water management technologies for shale gas production operations.

In her free time, Christina enjoys going sailing and taking Latin dancing lessons.

We asked Christina:

The OGM: Have you had a mentor?

Christina: I am indebted to many mentors for helping me through both my academic and professional career choices. Their support has helped me navigate through many decisions and provided not only guidance but also reassurance.

The OGM: What does success mean to you?

Christina: Success to me is achieving the goals I have set for myself both personally and professionally, as well as managing to maintain a reasonable work-life balance.

The OGM: If you were to describe your career in three words what would they be?

Christina: Exciting, Challenging, Dynamic

The OGM: What advice would you give to someone looking for a career in the energy industry?

Christina: Use your network and contacts to learn about the different functions of the Energy Industry before deciding what you want to specialize in. Internships are usually a good way to get an understanding of different business segments and will also help give you a broad appreciation of the different parts of the industry without committing to specific career path.

The OGM: Describe a milestone in your career?

Christina: A milestone in my career was moving to the United States, which helped me get exposed to a more entrepreneurial environment and a more active startup and venture capital community. That helped me pursue my career interests and benefit from a huge network of experienced professionals in this field.

The OGM: What impact does technology have on your career?

Christina: Technology is a key part of my career and my activities at the moment. In my group we strive to find the most innovative and disruptive technologies that can revolutionize the Oil and Gas sector in the coming years. There is no shortage of new technology opportunities and it is encouraging to see all the new companies that are currently trying to get technology out of the lab and into the commercial markets.

The OGM: What do the next five years look like in your career?

Christina: Trying to guess what the next 5 years will look like is challenging, since I never seem to get it right. My approach is to keep learning new things every day. For now, I am trying to learn as much as possible about the oil and gas service industry and understand the technology challenges that we are facing. For the next few years, I aim to identify and invest in technologies that can be quickly deployed in the oil and gas field.

The OGM: Were you always interested in a career in Energy?

Christina: I always had a strong interest in working in a challenging, multi-disciplinary field that had a great impact to our generation, and I realized fairly early on in my academic studies that a career in energy would certainly fit that description. So far, all my academic and work experiences have been in the energy field and I am fairly sure I will continue being involved in this industry for a few more decades!

The OGM: What interests you to sustain a career in the Energy industry?

Christina: The complexity of the energy industry, the global impact and the endless opportunities to innovate in the energy space attract me to continue working in this sector. I believe the Energy Industry can provide me with a challenging, fast-paced, diverse career and I am excited to see where it takes me.

The OGM: What is your favorite APP on your phone?

Christina: Yelp always helps me find nice place to eat and is extremely useful when I travel.

The OGM: What’s your take on Social Media and our ever changing digital world?

Christina: Social media is becoming an integral part of how we interact with people and learn about breaking news. I believe it’s a very efficient tool in distributing news across the globe in real time. However, as exciting and useful as this is, I still put a high value on face-to-face communication and in person interactions.

The OGM: What Social Medium do you use on a daily basis?

Christina: LinkedIn

The OGM: Do you use Social Media for work?

Christina: Yes, networking is a huge part of my job and Social Media, like LinkedIn, help facilitate those connections and keep me up to date with people’s activities.

The OGM: Why do you love what you do?

Christina: Every day I get to meet brilliant entrepreneurs and researchers that believe their ideas will change the world. Their ideas always challenge me and make me think in new ways on how technology can help us move toward a more efficient and sustainable future.

I love to travel – recently back from my honeymoon touring Argentina and Peru.  Deciding where to go next is always on my mind.  During the summer I love to be outside – hiking, walking – being active in general.

We asked Lesley:

The OGM: What does sustainability mean to you?

Lesley: Environmental concern, the management of human consumption and an opportunity to be innovative!

The OGM: What does success mean to you?

Lesley: I know I have been successful I can see/feel the impact I have made – i.e. when I can see positive growth in those that I lead or I can see the value that my ideas bring to the organization.

The OGM: If you were to describe your career in three words what would they be?

Lesley: Dynamic, Robust, Adaptable

The OGM: What advice would you give to someone looking for a career in the energy industry?

Lesley: It is a great time in our province to join the industry.  There are many exciting projects on the horizon and you don’t have to be an engineer or a technical specialist to get in on the action!

The OGM: Describe a milestone in your career?

Lesley: Moving home after studying overseas and subsequently relocating to Toronto (and joining the O&G industry of course).

The OGM: Describe a challenge you faced in your career?

Lesley: Not so much a challenge as an opportunity to grow – being the only female and one of the youngest members of the management team.  It gave me (and continues to give me) the opportunity to gain confidence in myself and my abilities.

The OGM: What do the next five years look like in your career?

Lesley: The opportunities are endless.  We have some really exciting projects and partnerships underway and I have been actively engaged in our growth initiatives.  I look forward to the challenges that are in-store and to delivering on the goals that I have set for myself.

The OGM: What impact will the Millennial Generation have on the Energy industry?

Lesley: The Millennial Generation is characterized as being the most educated and technologically savvy group of individuals.  I believe that this will undoubtedly lead to increased innovation and process improvement in the industry.  At the same time, there has been some question regarding job loyalty amongst this generation and, as such, leaders are going to be forced to re-think leadership styles and define new ways of motivating the workforce – i.e. flexible work schedules, increased focus on professional development, etc.

The OGM: What do you think of Social Recruiting?

Lesley: Mediums such as Linked-in provide a great venue to highlight skills and experience while being endorsed by your co-workers and leaders. It is a great way to connect with peers and colleagues and I think its use as a recruitment tool will increase.

The OGM: Why do you love what you do?

Lesley: Travel!  I can’t get enough of it.  Every opportunity to jump on a plane I take it!  I also love to cook.  If I am bored, esr assured you’ll find me experimenting in the kitchen!

In 2010 David co-founded Spencer Ogden with Sir Peter Ogden. Turning over £4 million in its first year, the company recently announced a second year turnover of £18.4 million. Spencer Ogden now employs over 200 people across its London headquarters, Aberdeen, Glasgow, Houston, Singapore, Hong Kong, Calgary and Dubai offices working in Oil & Gas, Renewables, Power, Smart, Nuclear, Energy Trading, Mining and Energy Finance.

We asked David:

The OGM: What does sustainability mean to you?

David: Corporate sustainability means thinking about your energy usage in an efficient way and using materials in your office that can be either reclaimed or reusable. Also, try not to use plastics or non-reusable materials and always be conscience of the environment.

The OGM: Have you had a mentor?

David: No, but I have had lots of inspirational people around me, including Sir Peter Ogden.

The OGM: What does success mean to you?

David: Building something from nothing is my testament to success. Building a quality company from scratch.

The OGM: If you were to describe your career in three words what would they be?

David: Successful. Lucrative. Fulfilling.

The OGM: What advice would you give to someone looking for a career in the energy industry?

David: Concentrate on one technical aspect and work as hard to succeed in that particular part of the energy business.

The OGM: Describe a milestone in your career?

David: The sale of my first company (Huntress Group) to Nomura Bank for $104 million dollars.

The OGM: Describe a challenge you faced in your career?

David: Working in a highly political environment whilst building a business.

The OGM: What impact does technology have on your career?

David: A huge impact as I worked for 10 years within the technology world. More recently the advancements in iCloud and social marketing have been tremendous for recruiting.

The OGM: What do the next five years look like in your career?

David: Continued global expansion of the business at a very high growth rate.

The OGM: Were you always interested in a career in Energy?

David: No, I became interested after finishing in technology. Now I am very interested in the future of energy.

The OGM: What interests you to sustain a career in the Energy industry?

David: Energy has an interesting decade ahead given the changing mix of energy type and the huge growth in energy usage, which makes it exciting.

The OGM: Do you have a role model you look up to?

The OGM: What does Energy mean to you?

David: Opportunity. Geo-political problems. Logistical challenges.

The OGM: What is your favorite APP on your phone?

David: The upcoming Spencer Ogden app.

The OGM: What impact will the Millennial Generation have on the Energy industry?

David: They will be using technology to improve energy extraction and consumption.

The OGM: What’s your take on Social Media and our ever changing digital world?

David: I think social media is advantageous because you can connect to lots of people around the world. However, the disadvantages of social media are that people do not communicate in a way that people used to face-to-face.

The OGM: What Social Medium do you use on a daily basis?

David: LinkedIn or Twitter

The OGM: Do you use Social Media for work?

David: Yes.

The OGM: What do you think of Social Recruiting?

David: I think it is a good thing as it is positive for candidates and clients, but it has its downsides because it opens up headhunting to everybody.

The OGM: Why do you love what you do?

David: Because I am creating opportunity for young people.

We asked Kali:

The OGM: What does sustainability mean to you?

Kali: To me sustainability means defining the fundamental things that we as human beings strive for – health, happiness, safety, quality of life – and finding ways to achieve those things equitably and within the bounds of what this planet has to offer.  I think our culture has made us believe that growth and ‘having more’ are end goals but that is not an end state; that is not sustainable.

The OGM: Have you had a mentor?

Kali: I have had numerous mentors throughout my life and career but I would say my first boss was particularly important to me.  He said something to me that completely changed my perception of my role in the energy industry. I was trying to reconcile my internal conflict of being an environmentalist working for big oil and I told him I felt I was selling out.  He replied, “do you think you can make a larger impact working within the system or by holding up a picket sign?” That comment ultimately helped shape my belief that real dialogue is absolutely crucial to lasting change in the global energy system.

The OGM: What does success mean to you?

Kali: Success is being part of something bigger than myself.  I think we are on the cusp of massive global change and I will feel I am successful if I am able to empower as many people as possible to realize they are capable of being part of that change.  Along the way I believe success comes from the relationships we share – the feeling of being part of a really amazing team, or inspiring someone to do something they thought they couldn’t, or meeting someone who fundamentally changes the way you see a challenge – I find success in those moments.

The OGM: If you were to describe your career in three words what would they be?

Kali: Organic, Eclectic, Motivated

The OGM: What advice would you give to someone looking for a career in the energy industry?

Kali: Don’t expect to fall into exactly what you love in this industry by chance – it is a journey.  This industry is broad, complex and exciting and the only way to find out what you will love is to be open to trying different things.  Every role you hold will teach you something about yourself and allow you to refine your career until it is what you want it to be.

The OGM: Describe a milestone in your career?

Kali: My most memorable career milestone is the day I pulled the safety net out – the day that I started full time at Student Energy.  We didn’t have money in the bank but we had a mission, vision and I knew the organization needed my full focus and attention.  There were no back up plans; I was all in.  It was terrifying and exhilarating all at the same time.

The OGM: Describe a challenge you faced in your career?

Kali: I think the biggest challenge I have right now is maintaining balance for my organization.  At Student Energy we believe that the discourse around energy has become polarized and emotional so we strive to bring the discussion back to a balanced place by presenting facts and multiple perspectives.  This is a tough line to ride because everyone wants you to stand for something or be something – left wing, right wing, corporate, an environmentalist, a hippy, an industrialist, whatever it is.  I am all of those things at given points in time and therefore am constantly forcing people to challenge their own entrenched perspectives and see a bigger picture.   I believe that when people have more information they will be able to think critically about issues and come up with great solutions.  My challenge will always be keeping Student Energy as the middle-line, honest broker of information and difficult debates.

The OGM: What impact does technology have on your career?

Kali: Without technology I don’t think Student Energy would be able to exist.  We work with students all over the planet and without the Internet and all it has to offer we would not be able to educate, inspire and connect with them.

The OGM: What do the next five years look like in your career?

Kali: I plan on executing the first three-year plan of Student Energy and then passing the leadership position of the organization over to a new grad who can bring in fresh ideas and vision.  I then plan on going back to grad school to learn more about development and from there I would like to focus my efforts on sustainable energy in the developing world.

The OGM: Were you always interested in a career in Energy?

Kali: Funnily enough, no – I actually had no desire to work in the energy industry.  I truly believe my passion for energy would not have come about had it not been for coming to Calgary.  I fell into the industry because it was the only place I could get a summer job… and I thank my lucky stars every day that life played out that way!

The OGM: What interests you to sustain a career in the Energy industry?

Kali: Energy is the lifeline of society and it ultimately dictates the quality of life we all will have.  I find this incredibly exciting because making a positive impact in the energy industry can literally mean changing the lives of millions of people.

The OGM: Do you have a role model you look up to?

Kali: Jennifer Morgan the Director of Climate and Energy at the World Resource Institute is a huge role model for me.  I have followed the work of WRI for years and have always appreciated that they back up their vision of the future with grounded analysis.  They have no tolerance for status quo but at the same time are realistic about the transition to a sustainable future.  I admire Jennifer because she is a woman with scrupulous principles and is one of the smartest people I have met.  I was lucky enough to be able to speak on a panel with her at Rio +20 in Brazil and when I met her I said, “this may sound strange but I feel like I am your groupie!”

The OGM: What does Energy mean to you?

Kali: Energy is our greatest challenge and opportunity.  It has allowed us as a human population to grow to 7 Billion people, industrialize and literally transform the world we live in.  This is an exciting opportunity but also an incredibly important responsibility and we must recognize this.

The OGM: What is your favorite APP on your phone?

Kali: I am addicted to the Nike Training App on my iPhone.  It has simple 15-minute workouts that target all muscle groups and will even show you how to do all the exercises with proper form.  It is a busy person’s best friend at the gym!

The OGM: What impact will the Millennial Generation have on the Energy industry?

Kali: The Millennial Generation is going to transform the energy industry. Research into the Millennial Generation shows two main trends that I think are very different from other generations that have come into the industry – they switch jobs frequently and require a deep sense of purpose from the work they do.  While many see these as negatives I think they are going to have a very positive impact on innovation in the industry. When you look at who will operationally meet our global 2050 emissions targets, it’s th Millennials and I believe we are well equipped to do so.

The OGM: What’s your take on Social Media and our ever changing digital world?

Kali: I think that social media has fundamentally changed the way we all interact with information – we now have instant access to more information than we could ever comprehend.  While there are challenges with this, I think this will ultimately create generations that are more connected, informed and ready to mobilize change than any of the past.

The OGM: What Social Medium do you use on a daily basis?

Kali: Being a Millennial, I use them all!  But my favourite is Twitter.  I don’t even remember how I got information before Twitter.  I also love that it provides direct lines of communication to thought leaders that used to be much more difficult to access.

The OGM: Do you use Social Media for work?

Kali: Not only do we use social media at Student Energy, it is the main way we communicate with our students globally.  Our job would be nearly impossible without social media. Between two Facebook pages, twitter and our mailing list, we currently reach over 23,000 students from more than 80 countries online!

The OGM: What do you think of Social Recruiting?

Kali: I think social media allows for access to people who you may not normally be able to connect with and with that comes all their ideas and perceptions.  I think Social Recruiting can be powerful in that way.  We each have our own persona on social media and it allows us to connect with others whether that is on an individual basis or for a business finding an employee who is a perfect match.

The OGM: Why do you love what you do?

Kali: On any given day I can look down at the clock on my computer and realize that at 10am I have already spoken to students in 5 or 6 countries.  That is why I love what I do.  I get to connect with incredible young leaders all over the world and support them in making an impact in their own way.  I think what we are doing with Student Energy is so important to the future of our communities and our planet and that means I get to wake up every morning and think, “I am making this world a better place.” There is truly nothing better than that!

The Muskrat Falls Project Includes Three Key Components:

824 megawatt hydroelectric generating facility at Muskrat Falls on the lower Churchill River.

1,100 km high voltage direct current transmission line from Muskrat Falls to Soldiers Pond on the island of Newfoundland.

480 km high voltage direct current maritime transmission line (planned, financed, and constructed by Nova Scotia’s Emera Inc). The Muskrat Falls Project offers many opportunities in Newfoundland and Labrador, Atlantic Canada, and Canada. In fact, the project will provide more than $1.4 billion in total income.
Nalcor Energy and SNC-Lavalin Inc. It’s important for the business community to understand the role of both Nalcor and SNC-Lavalin Inc. in the Muskrat Falls Project procurement process.

Nalcor Energy Nalcor oversees the entire Muskrat Falls work and owns the project. Nalcor is the contracting entity for procurement, and is directly responsible for the Strait of Belle Isle Marine Crossing.

SNC-Lavalin Inc.

SNC-Lavalin is responsible for engineering, procurement, and construction management for Muskrat Falls and on land transmission. They will execute and manage the procurement
process on Nalcor’s behalf. Therefore, SNC-Lavalin will administer all contracts and purchase orders for Muskrat Falls. SNC-Lavalin Inc. is the engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCM) contractor for Muskrat Falls and the Labrador-Island Transmission Link. Engineering and procurement is currently being conducted in St. John’s. As the project moves forward, construction management will occur on site at Muskrat Falls, and along the transmission route.

The Procurement Process

Procurement opportunities will include contracts, purchasing, expediting, inspection, logistics, and material control. The general process for bidding on contracts is clearly outlined on the SNC-Lavalin Inc. website.

Contract packages will be listed and updated on the SNC-Lavalin Inc. website. For Muskrat Falls and the land portions of the Labrador-Island Transmission Link, view at https://gps.snclavalin.com/content/LowerChurchill/projects/project.html.

Contracts and packages related to the Strait of Belle Isle Marine Crossing will be updated on Nalcor’s website: https://nalcorenergy.com/Lower-Churchill-Project.asp.

Before bidding on contracts, businesses should consider the evaluation criteria:

• Commercial requirements
• Commitments made in IBA, NL Benefits Strategy, and NL/NS Benefits MOU
• Health, Safety, and Environment
• Experience
• Creditworthiness
• Price
• Quality Assurance
• Technical suitability
• Service
• Procurement Opportunities
• Accommodations complex
• Administrative buildings
• Catering
• Main site access road
• Main site access road clearing
• Medical and security services
• Bulk excavation
• Reservoir clearing
• Turbines and generators
• Construction power
• HVac transmission line Muskrat Falls to Churchill Falls
• HVac tower steel
• HVac insulators
• Transmission line hardware
• Optical group wire conductors
• Converter stations
• Intake, powerhouse construction
• Spillway structure construction
• Mechanical and electrical auxiliaries
• Spillway, intake and powerhouse gates
• Powerhouse crane
• Transformers
• Switchyards
• HVdc transmission line construction
• HVdc conductor
• HVdc Hardware and accessories

For further details, your Nalcor Energy contact is Philip Bursey (Strait of Belle Isle Marine Crossing), philipbursey@nalcorenergy.com.

SNC-Lavalin-Inc contacts (Muskrat Falls and Land Transmission) Fabien Cuisinier-Raynal, fabien.cuisinierraynal@snclavalin.com Line Tremblay, line.tremblay@snclavalin.com Ken O’Keefe, ken.okeefe@snclavalin.com Michel Landreville, michel.landreville@snclavalin.com Chris Woodmass, chris.woodmass@snclavalin.com