Keynote speaker
Joe Calnan, vice-president, energy and Calgary operations, fellow, Canadian Global Affairs Institute

Joe Calnan is vice-president of energy and Calgary operations and a fellow at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute. He’s also host of CGAI's Energy Security Cubed podcast. His research focuses on the intersection between energy, economics, policy and politics in relation to Canada's role in international energy systems. He frequently appears in the media to provide expertise on energy security and energy trade issues, including on CBC News, the Globe and Mail, Politico, Global News, CTV News and the Daily Oil Bulletin. Prior to joining CGAI, Calnan held positions in public affairs and energy analysis at Sustainable Development Technology Canada and Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. He received a master's degree in public policy from the University of Calgary with a focus on Canadian energy and natural resources in 2020. He also holds a bachelor of arts in Western society and culture from Concordia University.