Jeromy “Pathfinder” Farkas, a Calgarian mentor, athlete, and community organizer, shared his story of a transformative 5,000-kilometer run from Mexico to Canada that raised nearly $500,000 for Big Brothers Big Sisters. After losing the 2021 Calgary mayoral election, he was inspired by a mentor's advice: “Experience is what you get when you don’t get what you want” and “Don’t take no for an answer.” Known as “Pathfinder” for using paper maps instead of GPS, he recounted the challenges, setbacks, and lessons learned on his journey, which reshaped his outlook on life. Key takeaways included embracing failure, recognizing unexpected support, and the importance of teamwork.

Jeromy also highlighted his role as CEO of the Glenbow Ranch Park Foundation, which oversees conservation efforts for Alberta’s Glenbow Ranch Park, recently expanded to over 3,900 acres with Haskayne Legacy Park. He shared the Foundation's success in challenging a government flood mitigation plan, citing environmental concerns and the importance of land conservation for future generations.