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Contributors

Our Contributors represent a diverse group of business leaders and specialists dedicated to advancing organizational growth in Calgary and beyond. These experienced practitioners bring deep expertise in areas including fractional marketing leadership, strategic scaling, evidence-based tax planning, digital transformation, and professional legal counsel. Their guidance ensures that BRAND Magazine delivers trustworthy, evidence-based information while fostering understanding and building trust around the vital intersection of marketing, sales, and business operations.

Regular Contributors

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NICK THOMPSON

VEA Office Professionals
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Rennay Craats

Writer & Author
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Mario Toneguzzi

Business Journalist
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SANDY MCGRATH

MIPGlobal.ai
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SEAN HORVATH

Be Practical Consulting
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Chris Kneeland

The Gathering
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F*ckUp Nights Team

The FuckUp Nights YYC
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DR. SIMON RABY

ScaleUP MRU Professor

Mandy Balak

The Gathering Festival
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Kristen Campbell

Editor-in-Chief & Writer

Past & Guest Contributors

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Marc Binkley
Calgary Marketing Association
Winter 2026

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Desirée Bombenon
aspiHer Women’s Business Club
Winter 2026

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Mauro Campagnaro
Campagnaro Wealth Advisory
Spring 2026

Christine Dagenais
Bright Wire Leadership
Digital November 2026

Kita Eserve
Digital Marketing Consultant
Summer 2026 · Digital November 2026

Stephanie Forbes
The Forbes Group
Digital September 2026 · Digital November 2026

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Kevin Halliday
Shed Talks

Lisa Handfield
The Calgary Legal Team
Fall 2026

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Stephanie Kochorek
Daughter Creative
Spring 2026

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Felicia Mar
F. Mar Professional Corporation
Winter 2026

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Filomena May
Raymond James Ltd.
Winter 2026

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Dr. Diana Monea
Optometrist & Author
Summer 2026

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Amanda Ovaici
OP Lawyers
Winter 2026 · Summer 2026

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Mani Peydayesh
OP Lawyers LLP
Spring 2026

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Milena Radakovic
WEDO Canada

Cathie Saroka
Goldray Glass

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Shahr Savizi
FuckUpNights

John Spence
Leadership Expert & Coach
Digital September 2026 · Fall 2026

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Denise Summers
Amphora Communications
Summer 2026 · Fall 2026

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