Central Alberta Economic Partnership (CAEP), a membership-based organization that fosters success 

to advance central Alberta’s regional competitive advantage, announces the appointment of a new 

Executive Director. James Carpenter, Chair of the Board of Directors is delighted to introduce 

 

“We are thrilled to have Tracy join CAEP as our Executive Director. She will work alongside the 

Board of Directors and our members to continue to build the relevance and profile of CAEP within 

our region,” says James Carpenter, CAEP Board Chair.

 

Tracy joins CAEP with over fifteen years’ experience empowering staff and engaging volunteers to 

satisfy and exceed corporate and community goals and objectives to create opportunity and 

contribute favorably to the community.

 

“I am ready for a new opportunity that fully integrates my diverse and authentic skill set with an 

economic development organization that enthusiastically embraces a regional economic growth 

strategy,” says Gardner.

 

James adds, “Tracy is a passionate community leader that elevates partner collaboration, membership 

satisfaction and community engagement. Tracy’s focus on quality relationships builds trust among 

partners and stakeholders while positioning CAEP for strategic success.”

 

CAEP has the following initiatives: Regional Business Retention and Support, Business and 

Investment Attraction, Rural and Indigenous Broadband Connectivity, Transportation and Logistics, 

Regional Land Database, Municipal Investment Attraction Readiness Program, Economic Development 

Member Training.

 

The CAEP Board of Director is excited to see how Tracy will move this organization forward and to 

experience the growth potential through these initiatives.