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Email: bsprague_nominee@calgarycoop.com

Vote for me: I am a Pharmacist with experience owning multiple Alberta businesses, serving on boards, holding senior executive healthcare and business roles, and a 30-year member.

Education:

  • M.Ed University of Calgary 2021
  • MBA Queen’s University 2010
  • Registered Pharmacist
  • BSc. Pharmacy University of Alberta 1985
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What are the special attributes and experience that make you a strong candidate for Calgary Co-op’s board?

  • Award-winning community pharmacist
  • Board member Alberta Pharmacists’ Association and Past President Alberta College of Pharmacy
  • Past 20 years, elected or appointed to over 14 association boards, regulatory councils, and community non-profit organizations
  • Built a multi-business pharmacy and retail company to 28 locations and over 1 million annual customer transactions (sold in 2011).
  • Over 10 years of senior executive experience, operational oversight, and financial accountability for over $700-800 million annually in over 15 provincial community based healthcare sectors
  • Extensive experience in buying and selling businesses, commercial real estate leasing, corporate strategy and implementation, retail management, company culture, and navigating complex retail markets
  • I bring a steadfast commitment to our communities, local business partners, and the principles of being a cooperative.

Why do you want to serve on the Calgary Co-op Board of Directors?

The great people I keep meeting at Calgary Co-op. The commitment to the products of llocal companies and “Best in the West”. The rich history of serving over 400,000 member-owners. The incredible support of community charities. A Calgary-based company. We are a cooperative. I believe in Calgary Co-op and want to bring my executive experiences, where together, we can ensure a strong future.

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Voting is open until 11:59 PM MST March 11, 2026.

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