Issue 9 2019

64 Acquisition International - Issue 9 2019 Jul19210 Embracing Change and Innovation Integrated Sustainability provides collaborative turn-key solutions in the areas of water, waste and energy management and infrastructure. Recently, the firm found success in AI’s Global Excellence Awards 2019 where they were selected as the Best Niche Water Infrastructure Solutions Company 2019 – Canada. Following this win, we profiled the firm and caught up with President and CEO, Stuart Torr who kindly showcased the extraordinary work the team at Integrated Sustainability consistently delivers. stablished in 2010, Integrated Sustainability’s specialization, combined with their courageous culture, has enabled the firm to develop an industry reputation for disrupting conventional thinking, re-defining industry norms, improving outcomes and reducing costs. Throughout the years, the firm has matured and evolved from a group of specialized consultants into a sophisticated multi-discipline company with a focus on complete project delivery. Today, the firm is widely recognized as being water specialists with a reputation for thinking outside the box in order to produce innovative and courageous solutions. Going into further detail, Stuart begins by informing us more about Integrated Sustainability and the various areas the firm specializes within, which enables them to stand out amongst their competitors within the industry. “Here at Integrated Sustainability, we are water, waste and energy management specialists. Our expertise in water management follows the water molecule from quantifying its availability in the environment, through to wastewater treatment, re-use, and waste management. In addition to this, we are specialists in the strategy development and construction of water and waste water Infrastructure. “Overall, our key differentiator is this unique blend of scientists and engineers together with strong project professionals who support us and ensure that our clients receive the full benefit of our experience in design build project delivery.” Speaking of the team, working behind the scenes to ensure that deadlines are met is the dynamic, innovative and experienced group of individuals who collectively form the backbone of Integrated Sustainability. When discussing the internal culture, Stuart is keen to highlight the significant role the team plays in the overall success of the firm. “Our team helps our clients see the big picture and develop efficient executable strategies, using industry insights in a simple, yet innovative approach. Together, we celebrate each milestone, recognizing every employee is part of our achievements and our success.” “It is no secret that our people are the drivers of our success. As an employee owned company, we take time to select the right people that will augment and build on our cultural foundation. We take a one team philosophy, helping to recognize the uniqueness of each individual and inspire and provide the necessary tools for each person to thrive.” As for what the future holds for the firm, the team at Integrated Sustainability hope to further expand the business, their presence E and the services they offer to clients, especially following their recent success in AI’s Global Excellence Awards 2019 where they were awarded Best Niche Water Infrastructure Solutions Company 2019 – Canada. Bringing the interview to a close, Stuart shares the exciting plans which lie in the pipeline for the firm, noting on the current projects the team at Integrated Sustainability are working on. “Looking ahead, we are going to invest heavily in a progressive strategy that does not stand still but projects our foresights on the market and looks back at previous mistakes to enable a wholistic and thoughtful strategy. With this philosophy, we have received tremendous growth and broken the boundaries of conventional companies in service and infrastructure development because we do not conform to a set practice or a set industry directive.” Company: Integrated Sustainability Address: 1600, 400 3rd Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2P 4H2, Canada Telephone: 587 352 5867 Web Address: www.integratedsustainability.ca “Together, we celebrate each milestone, recognizing every employee is part of our achievements and our success.”