The ABC team caught up with Lars Johnston to talk about leadership, his new career and life after the CRMBA program.
Lars is originally from Brandon, Manitoba. He holds two undergraduate degrees: one from UBC in cell biology and genetics, and one in business administration from Brandon.
What companies have you worked for, and in what roles?
I’ve been an entrepreneur for most of my life. I’ve started and owned several small businesses (and a couple not so small), and have only been employed by others a few times. The first was during my residency with Atlantic Lottery. I was a Digital Technology Analyst.
I’m now working at Calgary Lock & Safe. I’m the financial officer here. In the business world, my position would be closer to the operations officer than finance; however, I was given the title and didn’t feel the need to change it on my first day.
How did Dalhousie’s CRMBA help you get where you are today?