BCA Podcasts C-Suite Unplugged: Mark Maki, CEO of Trans Mountain Corporation
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 at scale, 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.
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