<description>&lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style= "font-family: 'Apple Color Emoji'; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-char-type: symbol-ext; mso-symbol-font-family: 'Apple Color Emoji';"&gt; 🎧&lt;/span&gt; ICBA Alberta President Mike Martens and ICBA BC VP-Communications Jordan Bateman were chatting Wild Rose province earlier today, touching on several topics, including:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style= "font-family: 'Apple Color Emoji'; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-char-type: symbol-ext; mso-symbol-font-family: 'Apple Color Emoji';"&gt; πŸ—³&lt;/span&gt; Alberta's Political Landscape: We discussed the recent election and the commendable job done by Premier Danielle Smith so far in her new mandate.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style= "font-family: 'Apple Color Emoji'; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-char-type: symbol-ext; mso-symbol-font-family: 'Apple Color Emoji';"&gt; 🧐&lt;/span&gt; BC vs Alberta - Project Approvals &amp; Regulations: We compared the attitudes in both provinces. While B.C. constantly battles bureaucracy, Alberta has a more positive approach, learning from past mistakes and focusing on cooperation and environmental responsibility.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style= "font-family: 'Apple Color Emoji'; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-char-type: symbol-ext; mso-symbol-font-family: 'Apple Color Emoji';"&gt; πŸ“ˆ&lt;/span&gt; ICBA's Growth in Alberta: Mike shared exciting news about ICBA's expansion in Alberta, including a new office space in downtown Calgary and the hiring of new team members.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style= "font-family: 'Apple Color Emoji'; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-char-type: symbol-ext; mso-symbol-font-family: 'Apple Color Emoji';"&gt; πŸ—£&lt;/span&gt; Upcoming Event with Corey Hirsch: We're partnering with the Calgary Construction Association for a CEO breakfast on October 18th. Corey Hirsch, a former professional athlete and mental health advocate, will be the keynote speaker. His ability to connect with construction industry professionals and discuss mental health is truly inspiring. Tickets at www.icbaalberta.ca/ceo.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

ICBA Cast

Independent Contractors and Businesses Association

ICBA CAST: Navigating Politics and Business: A Chat with ICBA Alberta's Mike Martens

SEP 14, 202311 MIN
ICBA Cast

ICBA CAST: Navigating Politics and Business: A Chat with ICBA Alberta's Mike Martens

SEP 14, 202311 MIN

Description

🎧 ICBA Alberta President Mike Martens and ICBA BC VP-Communications Jordan Bateman were chatting Wild Rose province earlier today, touching on several topics, including: πŸ—³ Alberta's Political Landscape: We discussed the recent election and the commendable job done by Premier Danielle Smith so far in her new mandate. 🧐 BC vs Alberta - Project Approvals & Regulations: We compared the attitudes in both provinces. While B.C. constantly battles bureaucracy, Alberta has a more positive approach, learning from past mistakes and focusing on cooperation and environmental responsibility. πŸ“ˆ ICBA's Growth in Alberta: Mike shared exciting news about ICBA's expansion in Alberta, including a new office space in downtown Calgary and the hiring of new team members. πŸ—£ Upcoming Event with Corey Hirsch: We're partnering with the Calgary Construction Association for a CEO breakfast on October 18th. Corey Hirsch, a former professional athlete and mental health advocate, will be the keynote speaker. His ability to connect with construction industry professionals and discuss mental health is truly inspiring. Tickets at www.icbaalberta.ca/ceo.