TURBINE-X CEO Michael Warneboldt Honoured with Business in Alberta Leadership Award

Recognizing a leader who believes in thinking differently, taking calculated risks, and building success together.

Great leadership isn't about having all the answers. It's about having the vision to see what's possible, the courage to pursue it, and the confidence to surround yourself with people who can help make it happen.

That's the kind of leadership our CEO, Michael Warneboldt, brings to TURBINE-X Energy Inc., and we're proud to celebrate his recognition with the Business in Alberta Leadership Award at the Edmonton Chamber Ball.

Presented as part of the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce's annual Chamber Awards, this recognition celebrates business leaders who are making a meaningful impact through growth, innovation, mentorship, and community involvement. It's an opportunity to recognize individuals who aren't just building successful businesses, but helping shape the future of Edmonton's business community.

For those of us at TURBINE-X, it's a fitting recognition of Michael's approach to leadership and the company he's built.

Seeing Opportunity and Having the Courage to Act

Building a business in a rapidly changing energy industry requires more than responding to what's happening today. It means anticipating what's coming next and being willing to make decisions before the path forward is entirely clear.

In early 2025, Michael recognized a shift taking shape in the power generation market. Demand for behind-the-meter power was accelerating, driven by growing energy requirements and increasing pressure on traditional power infrastructure. At the same time, turbine supply was tightening.

Rather than waiting for the opportunity to become obvious, Michael made the decision to secure equipment capacity ahead of demand.

It was a calculated risk that required conviction, technical understanding, and a willingness to commit resources before the full market opportunity had materialized.

In a response to Michael’s entrepreneurial thinking, TURBINE-X challenged conventional approaches, understood the risks, trusted experience, and was ready to act when opportunity presents itself.

Building a Company Where People Can Thrive

While Michael's vision has played an important role in TURBINE-X's growth, his leadership philosophy has never been about being at the centre of every decision or every success.

It's about building the right team and giving people the opportunity to do great things.

With a belief of surrounding himself with capable, curious people, he brings different perspectives to the table. He's comfortable challenging ideas, including his own, and recognizes that the best solutions rarely come from one person having all the answers. This philosophy means giving people ownership, encouraging accountability, and creating an environment where employees feel empowered to think independently, contribute ideas, and take initiative.

As TURBINE-X continues to grow, maintaining that entrepreneurial spirit remains a priority. Because growth shouldn't mean losing the curiosity, agility, and personal accountability that helped build the business in the first place.

More Than Words on a Wall

At TURBINE-X, our values weren't created simply to fill space on a wall. They reflect how we want to work, how we treat people, and the kind of company we're building together.

Be Great. Be Kind. Stand Out. Have Fun. Give Back.

These values are woven into our culture, from encouraging people to bring their best to work every day to supporting one another, embracing new ideas, and finding meaningful ways to contribute to the communities around us. It also means tying it all together is a belief that defines our approach to business and leadership:

Together, We Win!

It's a simple philosophy with an important meaning: Individual achievements matter, but the greatest successes come from people working together toward something bigger than themselves.

A Recognition Worth Celebrating

The Business in Alberta Leadership Award recognizes individuals whose influence reaches beyond the companies they lead. It's about setting an example through innovation, responsible growth, mentorship, and a commitment to making the business community stronger.

For TURBINE-X, this recognition is an opportunity to celebrate Michael's vision, his belief in people, and the entrepreneurial spirit that continues to drive our company forward. It's also a reminder that successful businesses aren't built by one person. They're built by teams willing to take on challenges, support one another, and turn ambitious ideas into reality.

Congratulations, Michael, on this well-deserved recognition!

We're proud of what we're building together, excited about what's ahead, and grateful to have leadership that continues to challenge us to think bigger, aim higher, and bring our best to everything we do.

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