BCA president Adam Legge is joined by Mark Maki, CEO of Trans Mountain Corporation, for a candid conversation on leadership, infrastructure, and the future of Canada’s energy sector.
Mark reflects on his path to the CEO role and what it takes to lead one of the country’s most consequential infrastructure projects — the Trans Mountain Expansion Project —at a moment when Canada’s economic competitiveness and global standing are under increasing scrutiny.
Together, Adam and Mark explore the realities of leading a large organization with complex, multi-site operations, the responsibility that comes with operating nationally significant infrastructure, and why energy systems matter not just to Alberta, but to Canada’s broader economic performance.
Listen for insights on leadership, accountability, and a grounded view of where Canada’s energy sector is headed.
Note to listeners: This episode was recorded on December 10, 2025, prior to recent developments involving the United States and Venezuela.
In this episode:
- What it takes to lead a large, complex organization
- The role of energy infrastructure in Canada’s economy
- Connecting Canadian resources to global markets
- Leadership and responsibility in nationally significant projects
About C-Suite Unplugged
In this series, C-Suite Unplugged, host Adam Legge talks to Alberta’s top CEOs, entrepreneurs, and business leaders about their journey to the C-Suite, what keeps them up at night as an Albertan and as a leader in their industry, and what their outlook is for the future.
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