Anthony Clark
Anthony Clark has had his feet in two worlds for most of his career: Information Technology and Adventure Tourism.
Information Technology - After his studies at the Vrije University of Amsterdam (VU) in Computer Science, Anthony worked at: British Telecom as a Network Specialist on one of the worlds largest fibre optic networks, and as an application developer for CyberTech (now NICE systems), which is the world leader in voice recording technology. At CyberTech, Anthony was responsible for the customisation, integration, implementation and management of company-wide management systems (CRM’s and Dev. tools), which supported 70 staff across five different departments.
Adventure Tourism - In 2003 Anthony became a PADI certified Dive Instructor and first aid instructor. In 2004 he became a Ski Instructor (CSIA). In 2005, Anthony graduated from Capilano University’s Wilderness Leadership Program.
Anthony worked in the adventure tourism industry exclusively for many years, before returning to the information technology sector.
Present day - Anthony owns/operates two businesses: Avanti ICT (operating since 2009) and Rent-a-Tent Banff (operating since 2012). He has a keen interest in the success of his clients and in building a robust business community.
Anthony is an outdoor enthusiast: a climber, mountain biker, paddler and mountaineer. Anthony has lived in Southeast Asia, Europe and Canada in pursuit of the perfect work/life balance. He chose to settle in Canmore, AB in 2009 because of the towns amazing community, and its potential for outdoor adventure.
Adam Walker
Adam has worked in the Experiential Travel trade for over 12 years.
After graduating from the University of Calgary’s Outdoor Pursuits program he worked as a guide and instructor for a number of organizations before obtaining a Master’s of Science Degree in Geology from Mississippi State University. Once he returned to Canada Adam returned to the adventure travel trade, again working as a senior guide and instructor for multiple tour operators. With a deep belief in the intrinsic value of experiential tourism, Adam has always endeavored to help develop the organisations with which he has worked – to grow partnerships, improve accessibility and image, develop and raise standards and improve the quality of customer experience.
In 2013, Adam became the owner of Canmore Cave Tours. Adam saw the great potential that existed in the company and as an avid caver, combined with a background in cave and karst geology, Canmore Cave Tours was a perfect fit for Adam’s career and business goals. In the three years since Adam purchased the company visitation has increased 43%, the Company received Destination Canada’s Signature Experience designation, and the company is ranked as the “Number 1 Thing to do” in the area on the premier peer-review website TripAdvisor, and consistently ranks in the Top 10 activities in the province.
Recognizing the vast potential that Experiential Tourism has to impact the lives of travelers, and the economies of communities and even countries, Adam continues to strive for excellence, both in his company and in the industry as a whole. As a small business owner it quickly became apparent that collaborating with like-minded partners would be the most effective means to see continued success and has devoted much of this time and energy to building a structure for collaboration within his community.
Cindy Hui
Cindy Hui has spent the last 13 years as an independent management consultant working with a variety of companies looking to evolve their lines of business. From startup to enterprise organizations across diverse sectors, Cindy enjoys collaborating with clients and working with them to build momentum to take their next steps. From strategic planning to coaching to implementation, Cindy loves a good idea and is passionate about ensuring her clients are positioned to realize their goals.
On a chance caving trip via Canmore Cave Tours, Cindy was introduced to Adam and over the years, an entire network of small business owners dedicated to delivering amazing experiences and finding new innovative ways to address the challenges of an ever changing travel market. Balancing an incredible, unique experience with ensuring a high level of safety, ethical, and sustainable practice is the common understanding of the entire network. And as Cindy loves a good idea, she naturally found herself wanting to be a part of the team and use her skills wherever she can to help each member of the community achieve their vision.
Andrew Nickerson
Andrew brings expertise from over 20 years in the Canadian and international tourism industry, with the majority in senior management roles focussed on leadership, strategic planning and tourism product development.
His experience is very diverse, encompassing major tourism corporations, not-for-profit destination marketing, and entrepreneurial initiatives with a personal stake in the success of the tourism industry.
Founder and Director of Uncorked Experiences Ltd, Andrew is the proud owner and operator of the nationally-renowned Canmore Uncorked Food & Drink Festival and the innovative and experiential Mystery Town Tours product. In addition, Andrew conducts long-term development consulting with both destinations and tourism industry clients.
Andrew believes passionately in creating an inspiring long-term vision and successfully reaching it through alignment and collaboration. Quite simply, working together to reach a common goal makes us all stronger. The Adventure Hub partnership is therefore a natural place for Andrew, his skills and his businesses!
When not working on one of his business projects Andrew can be found chasing hiking/scrambling summits in the Rockies and Purcells, or attempting to control the flight of a little white ball around the region’s wonderful golf courses.
