TARA JANZEN

DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT
REMAI MODERN, REMAIMODERN.ORG
B.COMM. 2005

Leading fundraising initiatives for artistic and cultural projects has allowed me to use the technical foundation of a business degree to better share stories that inspire people to give. It has become a fulfilling balance of using administrative and financial skills to support and elevate people and projects that add beauty and joy to our lives – from bringing back the bison at Wanuskewin to supporting dynamic programs, exhibitions, and events at Remai Modern. The incredible highlight of this kind of work is connecting to community, creativity, and art.

BRENT HESJE

CEO
FOUNTAIN TIRE, FOUNTAINTIRE.COM
B.COMM. 1985

My business education led to lifelong connections that continue to be helpful today in my roles as CEO of Fountain Tire and as an independent board member for several Canadian companies. The coolest part of my role at Fountain Tire is giving our network of store managers the opportunity to own 50% of a great local business. It is very exciting and rewarding to scale our 50% local ownership model across the country. 

DANIELLE WILDFONG, FEA

FARM ADVISOR
DANIELLE WILDFONG CONSULTING, DANIELLEWILDFONG.CA
B.COMM. 2008

Coming from a small town, I craved connection to more people. Edwards provided access to people, unique perspectives that challenged my thinking, and cultivated self-awareness. We learn more about ourselves through the relationships with others. Above all is self-awareness which comes before theory; because you need to have the awareness of what you are learning to be able to apply it correctly and critically. What I love about my current role is helping people think about their thinking on business problems or relationship issues. The mindset shift helps them change how they approach their problems and solve them as a team.

RASHID AHMED

LEARNING SPECIALIST AND RADIO HOST
GOVERNMENT OF SASKATCHEWAN | THE VOICE OF SASKATOON facebook.com/thevoiceofsaskatoon
B.COMM. 2017

Originally from Pakistan, I moved to Canada 10 years ago. One of the challenges, though, was gaining meaningful employment in my field of work. I started working on upgrading my studies and treasured each day that I spent at Edwards. I benefited from classroom lectures and interactive sessions where peers shared their experiences. What I enjoy most about my role at the Government of Saskatchewan is the transformational experiences, taking on new challenges, and learning something new every day. To all graduates out there, be humble and remember that there is no substitute for hard work.

CANDICE PETE-CARDOSO

DIRECTOR, INDIGENOUS LAND MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE | CO-CHAIR, INDIGENOUS ADVISORY CIRCLE
UNIVERSITY OF SASKATCHEWAN, USASK.CA
CIBA 1997, B.COMM. 1999, MPA 2013

23 years ago, I was getting ready to walk across the stage, I was full of anticipation. I started walking and midway through, I heard this strong, almost protective little voice say, "that’s my mom!". It was my 3-year-old son who sat on my late father's lap, with my then 9-year-old daughter and my mom. I will never forget that moment. I am grateful for what this education journey has provided for me; a career, and the opportunity to work with and serve Indigenous peoples and communities. Best of all, to be a role model for my children and grandchildren.