Recently, I had the absolute honour of sitting down with a special guest I admire deeply—not just as a mentor, but as a friend.
Dave Werklund is a visionary entrepreneur, a generous philanthropist, and a man whose story has shaped industries and communities across Alberta and beyond.
Dear guests, welcome to my Empowering Podcast!
In this episode, Dave opens up about:
• Growing up on a humble farm in Alberta.
• Facing childhood challenges that demanded strength, focus and perseverance.
• Building multi-billion-dollar companies by redefining Canada’s oilfield industry.
• His unwavering commitment to giving back, with over $100 million donated to education, youth, and community initiatives.
What makes this conversation powerful isn’t just the milestones—it’s the grit, resilience, and creativity that carried Dave through every challenge. Along the way, I weave in my personal psychological insights into how his character was forged and tested through hardship.
This isn’t just a story about business or philanthropy—it’s about what it means to live with integrity and Build with Purpose.
👉 Tune in, be inspired, and see why this conversation left me so moved—I know it will do the same for you.
Stay empowered !🌟❤️
Gulnara Omar
