What does it mean to go beyond expectations at work? Here are a fewÌýexamples to inspire you.
Some people follow the career paths they began with, but many end up in places they never could have imagined. Keep reading to see how À¶Ý®ÊÓƵÌýalumniÌýare making their mark onÌýtheir industries.
Building a student communityÌý
À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ alumnusÌýChris Fleming (BESÌý’70) decided he wanted to make life easier for students travelling home on weekends. He employed the help of his twin brother, Don (BESÌý’70), and trusty friend Larry HundtÌýto create aÌýservice now known as the FedÌýBus. From there, more of Chris’ ideas became reality.Ìý
From investment banker to empowering women through financeÌý
Understanding the need for female-oriented financial advice after spending seven years in venture capital and investment banking, Michelle Hung (BMath ’08) decided to make a change. Now self-employed, she is helping women take big steps towards their savings goals.
Everyone has their own journey in life, so don’t get caught comparing your life to others.Ìý—ÌýMichelle Hung (BMath ’08)
An office perched atopÌýthe mountains
Brent Plumley (BSc ’08) was enjoying a great career in software engineeringÌý— until he fell in love with high lining. Since then, Brent’s company SlacklifeBC has helped make wedding dreams and adventure races come to life.
Engineers need writing skills too
Becoming employed by an engineering firm was not the original goal for Sara Kannan (BA ’16), who has a strong passion for writing. In an unexpected change, Sara now helps engineers learn practical skills they will utilizeÌýin the workplace.
