“It has been my privilege to have worked with many great volunteers over the
years of my involvement with the PCs. I am confident in the future of the PC
party, as I am proud of its past.
Jim's Biography
With a
passion for politics, Jim has seen the ebb and flow of the PC party. Having
learned a great deal from both the successes and challenges the party has
faced, Jim has an experienced vision and a desire to move the party forward.
Jim has been involved continuously with the Progressive Conservative Association of Alberta since 1989, highlights of his involvement include:
· Vice President Calgary, PCAA, since February 2011
· Co-chair, PCAA Convention, Calgary 2010
· Regional Director, PCAA 2008 - 2011
· President, Calgary Varsity Progressive Conservative Constituency Association 2005 – 2008
· President, Calgary North West Progressive Conservative Constituency Association 1996-98
Jim is a petroleum landman by background
and has been a senior executive as well as the founder of a number of
successful ventures in the oil and gas exploration and development industry.
Born and raised in Alberta, he has worked in the oil and gas sector since graduating with a Bachelor of Commerce in 1975. Other volunteer activities include being a member of the Energy and Environment subcommittee of the Alberta Economic Development Authority and as a Senator for his alma mater, the University of Calgary.
Born and raised in Alberta, he has worked in the oil and gas sector since graduating with a Bachelor of Commerce in 1975. Other volunteer activities include being a member of the Energy and Environment subcommittee of the Alberta Economic Development Authority and as a Senator for his alma mater, the University of Calgary.
Jim recently completed his ICD.D
certification in governance from the Institute of Corporate Directors.
Jim and his wife Louise have proudly raised two daughters and he has
recently become grandfather to twins. When not volunteering, he tinkers with
antique vehicles.