Current Board
Mickey Pendergast – President
Category: Expense Reduction
We are Expense Reduction Consultants; we are not providers or brokers of any of the categories where we save our clients money.
We have helped local companies and not-for-profits save an average of 30% on the following:
- Phones
- Internet
- Credit card fees
- Courier fees
- Waste handling
Usually without changing providers!!
Our only interest is in saving money for our clients. Our 20+ years’ experience has shown us that over 90% of companies are spending more than they have to. Our trained analysts and software tools identify overspending and find savings for you by optimizing your current program and accessing better rate categories. Our system has been proven by serving over 19,000 clients across our network.
Two important things
- We are vendor-neutral and independent. Because we get no incentives from any providers, we can check out the entire market and bring only the best offers to our clients
- Our only fees are a portion of any savings we generate–if we don’t find savings, we don’t get paid; this makes our motivations 100% aligned with those of our clients, and we do all the work and accept all the risk.
Phone: (403) 875-4777
Veralin Phillips-Michael – Vice President
Category: General Insurance Broker
First Foundation Insurance Inc. has been operating in Edmonton for several years, but our Calgary Branch is new in 2018. While the Branch may be new, the highly experienced and skilled brokers will make purchasing your insurance, a pleasant experience. We offer tailored insurance packages to suit your needs. Whether it is Personal Property, Auto, Commercial Insurance or Travel Insurance you require, we are pleased to assist you with reasonable rates and expert advice.
Phone: (587) 439-4489
Email: vmichael@firstfoundation.ca
Sid Helischauer – Immediate Past President
Category: Life, Accident & Sickness Insurance
As an independent insurance broker I work for my clients not an insurance company. Specialize in Group Benefits as well as Health Trusts (PHSP HSA’s) and life insurance products; Protecting your mortgage; your Children; your Business; and Yourself
Phone: (403) 984-4113
Email: sid@iccinsurance.com
Blaine Gray – Director
Category: Martial Arts
We offer IIn Tae kwon, Tae Kwon Do, and Haidong Gumdo training to Adults, Children, and Families. We are the oldest Tae Kwon Do school in Western Canada, and have been instructing in Calgary since 1970! Training with us is a fun way to Stay healthy, stay in shape…or get into shape, and a fun way for families to train together. Through our methods of instruction, students can achieve their individual goals, some of which include; respect for themselves and for others…self-confidence, self-control and a good Self-esteem…discipline…focus and concentration…and many other goals! New members are always welcome to come in and take a few free weeks of lessons, to make sure that we are the right fit for themselves, their families and their schedules! Please contact us any time, and view our website to learn more about our philosophy and history.
Phone: (403) 283-9055
Email: calgarychungdokwan@shaw.ca
Phyllis MacDonald – Director
Category: Plumbing
Son-Rise Plumbing & Gasfitting is a family-owned and operated company that has been proudly serving North Calgarians since 1983. We are guided by Master Plumber JD MacDonald, who leads the team with honesty, professionalism and integrity. Because the Son-Rise team takes customer service and satisfaction to heart, we treat every client’s home and project as if it were our grandmother’s.
Our dedicated professionals have extensive industry knowledge and experience, and stay current through ongoing professional development and training.
Phone: (403) 474-0859
Email: phyllis@son-riseplumbing.ca
Mark Morgan - Director
Category: Manual Osteopathy & Wellness Clinic
Health and wellness clinic offering massage therapy, acupuncture, traditional Chinese medicine and manual osteopathy.
Phone: (403) 764-0244
Email: mot.yyc@gmail.com
Keith Uthe - Director
Category: Mortgage Specialist
As a Licensed Mortgage Broker and Agent in Calgary, Alberta, I am passionate about helping homebuyers fulfill their dream of homeownership and living a life of abundance. I find mortgage solutions for my clients that ensure financial security and peace of mind.
Email: keith@enrichmortgage.ca
Gina Mele - Treasurer
Category: Accounting and Bookkeeping
Gina has been working in finance for over 18 years and has a strong ability to handle the unique challenges associated with the world of accounting for Canadian small businesses.
She has broad experience ranging from Small business, Public Practice, Retail operations, and Non-profits to Corporate accounting. She has held a variety of positions within businesses and organizations of all sizes, and has consulted with a number of organizations acting as both fractional Controller and CFO. Gina has a passion for helping the organizations she works with succeed.
She has extensive experience with everything from daily accounting to year end activities. Gina is a hardworking, highly organized team player, who enjoys playing hockey, kickboxing and golf in her spare time. As a mother of three and a business owner she recognizes that your time is your most valuable asset.
Phone: (403) 297-0248
Email: gmele@ledgers.com
Al Gibson - Secretary
Category: Senior Member
Phone: (403) 473-2350
Email: gibson.alj@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/al.gibson.161/
Members
Mike Anger
Category: Banking
Find the Business Account That's Right for You!
Whether you’re a start-up, growing steadily or expanding internationally, we’ve got the right account to support your business at every stage.
Phone: (403) 292-2194
Email: mike.anger@rbc.com
Jonathan Arnoldussen
Category: Cybersecurity and IT Solutions
In today's business world, technology plays a critical role - the failure of your technology comes at a cost to your business. Even small issues can cause larger issues, and frequently small issues are ignored to save money until it's too late and they cause a catastrophic problem.
From a handful of guys driving around in the first NerdMobile servicing residential clients back in 1995, we grew by adding Charlie Regan, our CEO (Capability Expansion Orchestrator), who facilitated the addition of passionate and experienced IT professionals to make us a global TEAM of experts. Through this expansion and our collaborative nature we evolved to become a trusted Cybersecurity and IT Solutions company for SMEs.
Our team offers vendor-neutral solutions in many technology areas, such as Cyber Security, laptops, workstations, servers, networking, security, software and web development, and much more. At Nerds On Site, we work together as a team with over a millennium of combined hands-on experience. It is through our combined experience that we have distilled a list of Best-In-Class solutions from around the globe – solutions that provide the real-world results for our Clients. In addition to other nerds, every nerd on the team also has the full support of a 24/7 client centre, a dedicated admin team, solution and product champions, and the Nerds On Site leadership team.
Phone: 587-220-5455
Email: jonathan@nerdsonsite.com
Website: https://www.nerdsonsite.com/business-solutions/
Mike Dowling
Category: Commercial & Residential Carpet Cleaning & Restoration
Established in 1992, Compro Cleaning & Restoration offers residential and commercial offers customers a variety of cleaning services such as carpet, upholstery, maid service, 24-hour emergency flood restoration service, mold remediation, furnace cleaning, odor removal, vehicle cleaning, asbestos abatement. insurance and non-insurance claims, free estimates and advice.
Phone: (403) 289-7008
Email: michaelp@compro.services
Kailee & Dallas Dundas
Category: High Quality Beef and Pork
South Fort Farms is a family venture located near Hussar, Alberta. We cultivate food for people who value quality, wholesome fair, animal welfare and our shared habitat. We use good ideas, new or old to give and take from the land and livestock. At South fort, we work with nature to draw bounty from her. We are industrious, not industrial. We are proud of what we are doing here and would be happy to share it with you.
Phone: (403) 361-0050
Email: thefarm@southfortfarms.com
Peter Giuffre
Category: HR Consulting
Outsourced HR support for small to mid-size businesses.
Phone: (403) 667-8511
Email: peter@wendyelleninc.ca
Rashi Helischauer
Category: Party and Event Planning
Always having a passion to organize pretty much anything in my life combined with a love of helping other, I created High Style Events. As an organizer of pretty much everything in my life, I put these skills as well as my very social personality towards creating a business to help my clients take their events from ordinary to extra ordinary. As an event planner, I organize milestone celebration/Corporate parties/fundraising events and any kind of specialty events from concept to completion. My mission is to ensure unique and memorable events that are specifically tailored to meet your needs and strategic vision while providing exceptional customer service. I also offer as a division of High Style Events a full range of event rentals, everything from lawn decor to floral backdrops and from table linen and centerpieces, to baby and kids event rentals. If you're looking to take your event to the next level with our unique live and interactive entertainment in Calgary, Airdrie and Surrounding areas, Contact High Style Events, we bring your dreams and visions to life.
Leave the stress of home organizing to the professional. I will organize any area of your home or office space from a pantry, a kitchen, a closet, or an office. You name it, I'll declutter it. We will offer support for decision making, facilitate actions around removal of unwanted belongings, and setup systems, from shelving to labels that help establish order and clarity!
I'll take away what was once a disorganized mess to a space where you you'll find calmness and delight. I also offer grocery shopping and errand running services.
Website: www.Professionalorganizercalgary.ca
Phone: (587) 943-4280
Email: Rashi@HighStyleEvents.ca
At High Style Events and Organizing, I bring Your Event Visions to Life and Organization to your Homes!
Carson Hoffman
Category: Electrician
Commercial and Residential Electrical Services
Phone: (403) 804-0708
Colin Johnson
Category: Business Coaching
Business & Executive Coaching, Leadership Development & Training, and Assessments
Phone: (403) 617-9898
Ralph Jorgensen
Category: Senior Member
Ralph has been a member of Probus Club since 1984.
Phone: (403) 226-0429
Email: ancientgrease@gmail.com
Robert LaPierre
Category: Roofing
Calgary Elite Roofing rises to any roofing challenge and has the ability to utilize their knowledge gained by years of experience in the industry. Craftsmen in all aspects of sloped residential roofing and cold application for low slope residential roofing, The Elite team has a combined knowledge base that can really assist an average homeowner in determining the best product for the most reasonable value to ensure that an educated conclusion can be reached when searching the market for a new roof. The team understands roofing and has developed a new systematic way to handle full roof renovations during times of catastrophe and/or disaster such as the aftermath of a hail or wind storm.
Phone: (403) 478-2580
Tim Mayberry
Category: Funeral Arrangements
A well-known and trusted name in funeral service, Eden Brook Funeral Home and professional staff have been assisting Calgary families for over 6 years, with courtesy and empathy. Eden Brook Funeral Home is located on Lower Springbank Road and 17th Avenue S.W., and is situated beside Eden Brook Memorial Gardens. Tim and the staff can be relied upon to offer compassionate service and care in helping you plan a meaningful tribute or celebration of your loved one’s life.
Phone: (403) 240-4032
Email: tmayberry@arbormemorial.com
Ellyn Mendham
Re/Max Realty Professionals
Category: Real Estate
Ellyn and her husband Tom Westcott have specialized knowledge in many areas from their vast experience in the real estate world. Through many years of specialization in corporate relocation services, we have acquired knowledge about many of the wonderful neighbourhoods in Calgary. Ellyn loves helping to make both buying and selling homes a better experience for you, her clients. Their mantra is “We can do better than that!” and they do. “We’d love to help you find your dream home. Please, come and connect with me today” Ellyn Mendham
Phone: (403) 259-4141
Jana Miko
Category: Portrait Photographer
Jana Miko is an award winning portrait photographer who has been serving Calgary and area since 2004. She is accredited in a variety of portrait styles both in the studio and out and she enjoys working with families of all shapes and sizes to create images that they love!
Working with entrepreneurs and small businesses, Jana prides herself in her ability to help them overcome the nervousness that can come with being photographed and provide images that they are excited to use to represent themselves and their businesses.
Satisfaction is Jana's guarantee. If you are not happy, we will reshoot for free.
"Time will pass. Don't let the memory of today fade with it."
Member special for family photography - no session fee with the purchase of a package. Session fee is due on booking but will be applied to your package
Member special for headshots - $99 special for on location prior to a meeting or second pose is complimentary with a regular session.
Phone: (403) 870 8277
Email: info@mikophotography.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MikoPhotog
Michelle Nedelec
Category: Business and Digital Marketing Consulting
Tactics before Strategy can cost more than your business can afford to pay. By getting a strategist to consult with you and develop your business plan, you not only save money, you can 10x your investment, and even your revenue.
Make sure your Online Marketing Strategy is so appealing to your ideal clients that they not only flood in, but they turn into Raving Fans!
We work with solopreneurs up to multi million dollar corporations not only because we can, but because...
We believe every entrepreneur deserves to have competent and capable support no matter what level they're at in business.
Phone: (403) 861-4095
Facebook: http://facebook.com/michelle.nedelec1
John Nielson
Category: Auto Repair
Franklin Auto Repair is a family-run, Calgary-based auto repair shop that has been providing auto repair services for over 15 years. Conveniently located near the Marlborough c-train station, we have modern, state-of-the-art equipment for any and all service requirements. Our licensed technicians and apprentices specialize in import and domestic cars and trucks, providing the best people, facilities, equipment, services, and products.
We are also one of the few Calgary based auto shops that works with any make or model diesel engine. Our expert car mechanics pride themselves on quality service and treating our customers as one of their own, with no unnecessary extra work or maintenance needed unless required, and with your approval. All our car maintenance is backed with a one year parts and labor guarantee unless otherwise stated.
Phone: (403) 569-1639
Email: john@franklinautorepair.ca
Reagan Pflug
Category: Comprehensive Financial Planning
Networth Management was started in 1995. In an effort to serve clients at the highest level we use “Values-Based-Financial-PlanningTM”. Through “Values-Based-Financial- PlanningTM” our client community is able to align their deepest held values with their most important financial goals using a personalized Financial Road Map.
Phone: (403) 244-7400
Email: reagan@networthmgt.com
Michael Setters, P. Eng.
The Wellness Company
Category: Health and Wellness
When we have our Health, Everything is Possible!
When we lose our Health, Nothing else Matters!
We are a “disruptive Business Model” combining Membership
shopping like Costco and order online and ship direct like
Amazon. A major difference, however, is they are retailers,
and we are the manufacturer! Our sole focus is researching and developing products for the Health, Wellness and Environmental Safety
of families and we are The World Leader! Most of our 400+ products
are the kind families are already purchasing. We offer
superior performance, better value (cost), greener, fresher with
the convenience and safety of online ordering and exceptional customer service!
Email: michaelsetters1@gmail.com
Bill Stemp
Category: Lawyer, Real Estate, Small Business, Wills & Estates
Stemp & Company makes protecting your intellectual property easy, bringing 35 years of legal expertise and service experience to every case. We specialize in trademarks, copyright, patents, industrial design and incorporation. Other services include civil litigation, personal injury claims, collections and corporate/commercial work.
Phone: (403) 777-1122
Email: bill@stemp.com
Ray Wiens
Minuteman Press South Calgary
Category: Printing & Marketing
At Minuteman Press we pride ourselves on personal service. We transform your vision into a creative, professional product. We have state-of-the-art facilities and equipment to produce your full range of print and promotional requirements.
Minuteman Press has the marketing knowledge to help you drive your business to even higher levels of success. Starting with creative text and eye-catching graphics, we create and produce your finished products. A great design communicates what your business is, what it does, and why customers should choose you.
We build our business by helping you build yours. Minuteman Press is more than your printer, we are your marketing and printing partner.
Email: Service@minutemansouth.com