Edge Writer: Tom Keyser

Articles by Tom Keyser

Date	Article Title
Oct 06, 2005	Alberta Ballet chief stretched expectations Departing board chair sees better times ahead
Sep 29, 2005	Restaurateur's spookfest builds momentum Tour hits city haunt spots
Aug 04, 2005	New U of A boss no stranger to business Corporate leaders urged to be education advocates
Jul 21, 2005	Entrepreneur plants roots of hope in China Ex-restaurateur branches out into tree restoration
Jun 16, 2005	'Country kid' taps sun for pump power Father of energy industry provides solar solutions
Jun 02, 2005	Visionary's life work reverberates in oilpatch Scholar says Butler's SAGD idea to 'change whole geopolitics of oil'
May 26, 2005	Sales lighting up for Grow Op board game Entrepreneur's dream goes to pot after jail experience
May 26, 2005	Sales lighting up for Grow Op board game Entrepreneur's dream goes to pot after jail experience
May 26, 2005	Sales lighting up for Grow Op board game Entrepreneur's dream goes to pot after jail experience
May 19, 2005	Beverage boss quenches Wal-Mart's thirst Retail giant's quality control process took months
May 12, 2005	Stampeders put new business plan to test Ownership group opens purse strings to improve product
May 05, 2005	Firm cultivates customers for special effect Bleeding Art moving into variety of fields
Apr 28, 2005	Props become instant stars on big screen Product placement a winner for businesswoman
Apr 14, 2005	CSI investigates new role in agriculture Motorola link opening doors in Latin America
Mar 31, 2005	Siblings brew up attack plan on Big Beer Team hopes to replicate successes in Ontario
Mar 24, 2005	Partner takes marketing firm on solo flight Former copy editor hops to it and takes control of Kanga
Mar 17, 2005	Deal a 'feather' in firm's (natural) gas cap Alternative fuel technology pioneer strikes gold with joint venture
Mar 17, 2005	Forklifts the unsung heroes of freight biz Easier than ever to use and repair, lifters due for praise
Mar 03, 2005	Forklifts the unsung heroes of freight biz Easier than ever to use and repair, lifters due for praise
Feb 24, 2005	Company dodges splash from IT swan dive Glenbriar's balance sheet shows strength of no-frills business plan
Feb 17, 2005	CEO pumped by firm's exhilarating ride. Pacific Safety Products has come a long way from backpacks
Feb 10, 2005	Architectural team intends to remain lean Alloy Homes owners found staff less flexible than contractors
Feb 10, 2005	Biotech hopes for faster ride to market Stroke treatment eventual goal of Calgary company
Jan 27, 2005	Investors forgive us, for we have sinned Closing bell now sign of dismal news to come
Jan 20, 2005	Da Vinci's star power behind battery bikes Emission-free transportation brought to life by TV coroner
Jan 13, 2005	IPO opened door to growth for Gienow On-demand manufacturing means order turnaround under 24 hours
Dec 16, 2004	Chiropractic franchise helps neck, wallet Calgarians at helm of American chain of clinics
Dec 09, 2004	Tech company lighting up maritime skies Major deal with U.S. Coast Guard puts Carmanah in fast company
Dec 02, 2004	Studio carves out giant niche from foam Local firm hits big times with sculptures
Nov 25, 2004	Vaccine maker’s shot heard ’round the world ID Biomedical meets influenza gap
Nov 18, 2004	Coal train on track to power up our lives Association tarts up mineral’s image as clean energy source
Nov 11, 2004	Energy, environment blended at institute New initiative at U of C set to revitalize sector
Oct 28, 2004	Line-X never sleeps in battle against rust Company expands product use beyond truck bedliners
Oct 21, 2004	Zero to business champ in three years Young entrepreneur proves the skeptics wrong
Oct 14, 2004	Retailer’s venture more than just a hobby Store’s new owner thrilled to learn at master’s elbow
Oct 14, 2004	Measure of power in the dressed-up details Travelling tailor fixes what’s wrong in the boardroom
Oct 07, 2004	Measure of power in the dressed-up details Travelling tailor fixes what’s wrong in the boardroom
Sep 30, 2004	Tech firm isn’t gambling on its software Revamped British laws a bonus: CEO
Sep 23, 2004	Chrysler boss gets automaker back in gear Playing to a tough crowd, Zetsche stays upbeat (mostly)
Sep 09, 2004	Firm delivers ‘one-stop’ Olympic shopping Moving Products Inc. finds success as Olympic supplier.
Aug 19, 2004	EUB chair at home in eye of hurricane Hot-button issues don’t deter Neil McCrank
Aug 05, 2004	Aged beef still sweet for Alberta company Ginger Beef Corp. making hay with bovine senior citizens
Jul 22, 2004	Music honcho spinning new Tin Pan Alley Recording label giants flock to use Albertans' expertise
Jul 08, 2004	Business can happen with Grits, says exec Developer takes post as VBoT chief
Jun 17, 2004	Young game boys click with SwitchBox Quartet earns national recognition
Jun 10, 2004	Seismic company soars with high flyers Pulse Data's library is hot commodity as oil prices continue their upward trend
Jun 03, 2004	'Lean' diet pumping up once-struggling company Company's wealth shared with staff members
May 27, 2004	Route expansion just the ticket for rail CEO Great Canadian Railtours Co. waits for word on future
May 20, 2004	BW Technologies savours kindred suitor Calgary firm in big leagues with $260M deal
May 13, 2004	Blade barons skate into hockey's big leagues Alberta-based Graf Canada an international player
May 06, 2004	Ceramics technology puts the bite on bullets Calgary company seeks closer ties to key U.S. military suppliers
Apr 29, 2004	Yves Veggies hits homer with meatless treats Baseball’s Dodgers, McDonald’s among those hopping on board
Apr 22, 2004	Women building careers in construction Engineer found budding future in blueprints
Apr 15, 2004	Owner takes storied bridge to new heights Award-winning Capilano attraction a family affair
Mar 25, 2004	Zoo's African tenants Keen about new digs Calgary engineers wild over award for design excellence
Mar 18, 2004	Auctioneers' magic keeps wheels turning Ritchie Bros. rings cash register in global market
Mar 04, 2004	Small railways do more on track to success Regional lines, switching services can save customers’ money
Mar 04, 2004	Small railways run on entrepreneurial engine Regional lines, switching services can save customers’ money
Feb 26, 2004	Prairie lawyer testifies to orange omnipotence Organic cleaning product winning converts across continent
Feb 19, 2004	There’s a new Aspect to B.C. gas exploration Eighth one’s a charm for veteran gas hunter
Feb 12, 2004	Yager’s a quick learner when it comes to contacts Local oilpatch guru puts knowledge to work
Feb 05, 2004	Family-owned Totem thrives out of the (big) box Customer service helps Alberta-based housing supplier thrive
Feb 05, 2004	Corporate clout doesn’t spell public appeal Merchant princess Belinda Stronach an odd leadership choice
Jan 29, 2004	Corporate clout doesn’t spell public appeal Merchant princess Belinda Stronach an odd leadership choice
Jan 22, 2004	Sales executive followed heart to hardware bliss Art of Hardware ratchets up client base
Jan 08, 2004	Simo Corp. tables first-class proposition Custom furniture has served royalty and deep-thinkers
Dec 18, 2003	It's serious fun at top-flight Santa school Calgary 'dean of studies' puts on a show for clients
Dec 11, 2003	Telvent chief taps into employee loyalty Free brewskis only one incentive at top-rated employer
Dec 04, 2003	Bloods reaping benefits of hay operation Southern Alberta native band markets premium grass
Nov 27, 2003	Rozsa Award encourages business of arts Arts sector managers in line for expert mentoring
Nov 20, 2003	Devon's chief is Canadian to the core New Arctic infrastructure needed
Nov 13, 2003	Suncor sleuths hot on trail of gas giants Special team formed to pump new opportunities from existing leases
Nov 06, 2003	No-fat production fans revenue at Flexxaire Sound advice helps build success for Edmonton firm
Oct 30, 2003	Universities flex patent power for ‘Eurekas!’ Tech-transfer offices protect researchers from market ravages
Oct 23, 2003	Sportswear stitchers reaping as they sew First Impressions among candidates for small business award
Oct 09, 2003	Calgary’s ‘dental spa’ artist brushes up industry image Company aims to take the ouch out of dental visit
Oct 02, 2003	When the chips are down, Earthrenew powers up Startup moooves toward manure-fuelled electricity
Sep 25, 2003	Crack team the top gun of weapon repair Raytheon division ensures Phalanx system keeps ticking
Sep 11, 2003	Execs flying friendlier skies with timeshares Fractional jet ownership takes off
Sep 04, 2003	Davnor’s success filters down to bottom line Company racks up first profit from low-tech water treatment units
Aug 21, 2003	Business booming for coal-mining family Dodds Coal Mine reaping black gold in prairie partnership
Aug 07, 2003	Cold comfort on trial as CVT seeks breakthrough Company set to raise profile in anticipation of test results
Jul 24, 2003	Software diva relishes role as giant-killer Calgary-based firm holds its own in competitive times
Jul 10, 2003	Winning architect draws on home-grown reputation Urban landscape a source of inspiration for Albertan
Jun 26, 2003	Hard-rockin’ Shear awaits the big strike Company combs Churchill for diamond discovery
Jun 19, 2003	Desk dynamos design own piece of puzzle Edmonton woodworking firm's products don't sacrifice eye appeal
Jun 12, 2003	Tathacus turns water into fuel in race for gold Water-tap gas a potential fuel for furnaces, heaters
Jun 05, 2003	Steely-eyed Dan forges oilpatch success Continental Oilfield CEO honoured for work in business and community
May 29, 2003	Fifth House has something to celebrate Alberta publisher marks 20 years of producing high-quality books
May 22, 2003	Gentleman detective makes case for truth Forensic engineer unearths facts with bloodhound instinct
May 15, 2003	Ski resort company looks to leverage strategic lift Resorts of the Canadian Rockies falls under spell of ‘Magic Man’ Edwards.
May 08, 2003	Hole lotta shakin’ going on at Krispy K’s Tim’s faces up to crueller competition
May 01, 2003	Energy world listens to foothills farm boy Gwyn Morgan reinvented as economic Voice of West
Feb 20, 2003	External forces pressure sports franchises But basic business principles still apply
Feb 13, 2003	Economic engine humming in Leduc-Nisku Volunteer-driven group deserves its share of credit
Feb 06, 2003	Farmer gives peas a chance in quest for nut-free spread Edmonton-area legume producer cooks up viable substitute
Jan 30, 2003	Who-hooo! Alberta firm shows true colours ChromaColour has cool connections in Tinseltown
Jan 23, 2003	Hot geomatics firm in race for excellence Boston Marathon just a jog compared to office pace
Jan 16, 2003	It’s been a heck of a run for John Forzani Ex-Canadian Football League lineman moving to sidelines
Jan 09, 2003	Nasty microbes in the cards for students Multi-coloured cards a successful learning tool
Jan 02, 2003	Winning over skeptical clients key to surviving tech meltdown Impact Blue's youthful CEO optimistic about company's growth
Dec 19, 2002	Maxim survives short-circuited power play Company burned by volatile market now plugged into partnership
Dec 12, 2002	Alberta elk farmer’s hopes on the hoof Industry is fighting wasting disease, rock-bottom prices
Dec 05, 2002	Success is in the bag for leather manufacturer Retail chain a bags-to-riches story
Nov 28, 2002	Consultant’s gentle touch helps massage organizational muscle Edmonton's Don Cummings has an A-list of clients
Nov 21, 2002	Hot-tapper really cooks under pressure Red Flame Hot Tap boss could be called the Fast Track Kid
Nov 14, 2002	Seismic slump hasn’t shaken Veritas vision Entrepreneur of the Year CEO looks for turnaround
Nov 07, 2002	Edmonton laser firm a cut above the rest Lacent Technologies has sprinted to success in three years
Oct 31, 2002	Remington’s success didn’t happen overnight Times are booming for industrial developer
Oct 17, 2002	Street's team well-suited for sporting life Successful mascot agency boss not just another furry face
Oct 10, 2002	Osama knows networking more than a name Topical handle hasn’t slowed Q9 Networks chief’s rise to top
Sep 19, 2002	Booster Juice fuels rapid business expansion Albertans lapping up Edmonton-based chain's liquid gold
Sep 11, 2002	American CEO sees future with few frills Montreal-born aviation boss shares challenges with audience at Spruce Meadows roundtable
Sep 05, 2002	Tiny technology big business for Micralyne Edmonton firm primed for $11M in revenue this year
Aug 22, 2002	Tech wreck levels playing field for ITSportsNet Calgary-based firm scores big with software
Aug 08, 2002	Tough assignments led to executive suite Petro-Canada VP earned stripes in male-dominated industry
Jul 11, 2002	Painter's a master in art of the deal Paul Van Ginkel blends puts creativity back in business
Jun 27, 2002	Small-town banker cashes in on chutzpah Scott Tannas of High River leads growing financial empire
Jun 20, 2002	Corporate security rising above the mob<br> No bullies, goons need apply to professionally protect assets<br>
Jun 13, 2002	Enermarket webslingers dig deep to land gems Webslingers dig deep to land gems
Jun 06, 2002	High seas drifter happy to embrace land Geophysicist cut his teeth in the frozen Beaufort Sea
May 30, 2002	Funny business a laughing matter for That Canadian Guy – eh? Cleverly marketed small business shows nothing but the upside
May 23, 2002	Push for Summit latest in Clay’s climb to top Legendary patience pays off for Paramount Resources founder
May 23, 2002	Fashion career a natural fit for Singer Owner grooming ‘Boss’ son for succession
May 09, 2002	Chopper kings whirlwinds of well servicing Airborne Energy crew stays on top of hard-to-reach assignments
May 02, 2002	Basic instincts keep Bissett ahead of game $5M gift to loyal MRC latest feather in cap
Apr 25, 2002	Green team's work rooted in due diligence Environmental experts in demand as regulations increase
Apr 18, 2002	Getting the Lo-down on the future of telecom Calgary-based analysts attracts attention for his straight-shooting style
Apr 11, 2002	Execs hope Platinum's IPO has silver lining Calgary-based firm's backers are big names in business
Apr 04, 2002	Business looking up for casket queen Stiff competition from funeral homes has rural artisan carving out new markets
Mar 28, 2002	Light company leads towering tribute Space Cannon Illuminations Inc. of Edmonton shining bright
Mar 21, 2002	New alternatives for a gas-guzzling globe AFS marries hydrogen and natural gas for cleaner-burning fuel
Mar 14, 2002	Car design team reinventing our wheels Researchers steer vision of ‘smart’ vehicle for 21st century
Mar 07, 2002	It's a wonderful life for down-home banker People-first philosophy pushes First Calgary Savings to 10-year anniversary
Feb 28, 2002	RV warrior has backbone of iron Woody Paylor defies stereotype of vehicle salesman
Feb 21, 2002	Ramsay's rebirth sparked at the crossroads Popular market part of southeast community's revamp
Feb 14, 2002	Former CFB lands now jewel in the Crown Garrison Woods brings panache to housing development
Feb 07, 2002	Lacrosse veteran loves charging the Net Web design company of Roughnecks sniper scores with clients
Jan 31, 2002	New breed of no-fear analysts takes on perky market cheerleaders Truth not a dirty word for Lightyear Capital
Jan 24, 2002	An insider's peek into a fuel-celled future Calgary-based Dynetek making inroads
Jan 17, 2002	Lawyer paves the way for Games dignitaries Jet-setting Calgarian keeps turbulence to a minimum
Jan 10, 2002	Molecular farmer planting for the future SemBioSys sowing interest in medical biotechnology
Jan 03, 2002	Steam was hot ticket for bitumen buster Oilpatch pioneer still going strong
Dec 20, 2001	Poster girl fights back against bank's decision Bank yanks business loan from Alberta entrepreneur
Dec 13, 2001	The Force is with these game boys Alberta's BioWare Corp. scores big in video game market
Dec 06, 2001	Corporate philanthropy thrives despite mergers, spinoffs Companies adopt ‘strategic’ giving strategies
Dec 06, 2001	If Bob knocks, it’s time to open your heart Daughter's fight with cancer motivates extraordinary fund-raiser
Nov 29, 2001	Dr. Genome is here to heal your future Respected cancer researcher no Dr. Frankenstein
Nov 22, 2001	Software company has pipeline to results Third-quarter profits beckon as Brazilian client cleans up act
Nov 15, 2001	Sideshow Bubba's tough talk demands more than lip service Former U.S. president should put his heart where his mouth is
Nov 08, 2001	Ink Tree a new chapter for literary godmothers Calgary venture a new take on traditional book-selling
Nov 01, 2001	Churchill builds superstar status — quietly Growing yet undersold performer soldiers on in anonymity
Oct 25, 2001	BigBangwidth theory has the right optics Fibre-optics player a Renaissance man in high-speed stakes
Oct 18, 2001	Java genius entertains customers at joltin' downtown franchise Doting regulars line up for coffee served with effervescence
Oct 11, 2001	Thinking big helped trio soar from basement to boardrooms Mentor Engineering Inc. is one of three finalists for Calgary Chamber of Commerce Small Business Owner of the Year award
Oct 04, 2001	You can huff and you can puff, but ICFs keep wolves at bay Crossfield company turns concrete forms into solid investment
Sep 27, 2001	Organic grocery guru rooted in back-to-basics philosophy Calgary company finds success with garden of earthly delights
Sep 20, 2001	Tireless tinkerer is a driven man Achievements include battery-powered car, web company and a toilet for his dog
Sep 13, 2001	It’s John Roth, the Slim Pickens of corporate cowpokes Nortel shows well-heeled Spruce Meadows audience why he's a man of steel
Sep 06, 2001	Smilin' Rob rounding up new stable of stars Peters & Co. founder turning his eye to new adventures
Aug 09, 2001	Company sets sights on giants in battle for real-time drilling data Computalog readies for battle with oilpatch Goliaths
Jul 26, 2001	Creative fires ignite to bring tech babies to market Technology NOW helps commercialize innovation
Jul 12, 2001	Lotta future for Yotta Yotta Customers lining up for Edmonton firm’s data storage vision
Jun 28, 2001	Mayor Diamond Billy and Edmonton are walking tall Bill Smith helped turn city into economic powerhouse
Jun 28, 2001	That's enough of those blasted puns Selling explosives ignites many attempts at humour
Jun 21, 2001	Energy companies hear mother's safety plea Julie Hamilton lost her son – and is on a mission to save others
Jun 14, 2001	Pipeline monitor a shooting star for former rocket scientist zed.i solutions' Smart-Alek hailed as oilpatch breakthrough
Jun 07, 2001	Company has vested interest in saving lives Hard core business wins award for technical achievement
May 31, 2001	If you listen now, you won't meet Bob later Bailiff has picked up some valuable tips for entrepreneurs
May 24, 2001	CEO steering business school to elite goal Management dean knows what it takes to crack top list
May 17, 2001	Telecom world all in the family for the Zaghloul brothers Egyptian-born trio making their stamp on the telecommunications field
May 09, 2001	Gulf Canada CEO hailed as oilpatch’s new guiding light Dick Auchinleck pulls company from jaws of $2.9-billion debt
May 02, 2001	CEO builds community pedigree Larry Macdonald honoured by United Way for his social conscience
Apr 25, 2001	That's enough of those blasted puns Selling explosives ignites many attempts at humour
Apr 18, 2001	Feng Shui makes horse sense in Cowtown Proponents claim Asian art boosts productivity
Apr 11, 2001	Joey's success not just another fish story Owners of popular chain of eateries isn't carping about success
Apr 04, 2001	Pioneers return to the tundra Oil companies seek expertise of Arctic veterans
Mar 28, 2001	Visions of Scotian Shelf dancing before Superior boss’s eyes Energy firm gears up to drill into monster natural gas fields
Mar 21, 2001	It's a sure bet this casino boss won't ever retire Sam's ventures show his winning touch
Mar 14, 2001	Eagle-eyed tool takes slice out of life Digital camera, laptop pinpoint duffer deficiencies
Mar 07, 2001	Calgary’s parking mogul on drive to PERC up image problem Industry taking steps to improve safety and other concerns
Feb 28, 2001	Life's not calm in the eye of this Hurricane Calgary-based company rebounds with a vengeance from financial woes
Feb 21, 2001	Deregulation worth the pain for landlord That’s just one of the novel ideas from Boardwalk’s CEO
Feb 14, 2001	You'll get good vibes from The Guild Tech maestros learned from the grad school of hard knocks
Feb 07, 2001	Infocast Hosting makes digital dent in universal paper pile Calgary company helps liberate clients from needless waste
Jan 31, 2001	Oceans of elbow grease go into volunteer report on gas reserves Detailed study a labour of love for research team
Jan 24, 2001	Stop the presses - Mitzie plans a vacation Businesswoman Mitzie Wasyliw has made her mark on Calgary
Jan 17, 2001	E-quine photo Web site gallops ahead Virtual photo gallery a big hit in horsey circles
Jan 10, 2001	You gotta have balls to be in the sports franchise business Businessman seeks corporate partners in his campaign to bring big-league soccer to Calgary
Jan 03, 2001	Battered Talisman chief hopes the worst is over Jim Buckee says criticism over company’s role in war-torn Sudan is receding
Dec 20, 2000	Surf’s up and Thunder Energy is smiling Perfect timing puts smiles on the faces of three founding members
Dec 13, 2000	Duo digs up the facts for investors New industry book worth its weight in gold
Dec 06, 2000	Online retail - it ain't for sissies Successful Calgary businesswoman courted by virtual malls
Nov 29, 2000	QSound's still kicking — ask the X-Files The company’s audio division recently turned a profit for the fourth quarter in succession
Nov 22, 2000	Witold sets table in Victoria Park Entrepreneur has spent 25 years trying to banish mediocrity from downtown Calgary
Nov 15, 2000	History's in, pigeon droppings are out Derelict Pilkington building revamped into a temple of high-tech
Nov 01, 2000	You gotta love this kind of lawyer Calgarian Brian Paterson relies on kinder, gentler approach
Oct 25, 2000	Here's the power pool pitch – you might as well listen What do Calgarians face on Jan. 1st when electricity deregulation arrives on Alberta's doorsteps?
Oct 18, 2000	WestJet's fun culture deserves to be copied Common-sense formula puts upstart airline on path to success
Oct 11, 2000	Profits will be blowing in the wind Wind power catches up to conventional energy sources

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