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A Coffee with Cheryl Watt, President of Northgate Industries

Acheson Business Association Season 2025 Episode 49

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Join us for a coffee and chat with Cheryl Watt President of Northgate Industries!

Born and raised in Edmonton, Cheryl's path took a brief detour to Victoria before she returned home to pursue Business Marketing at NAIT, with a clear vision of joining her father's company. Hear about her early aspirations and her initial role in cell phone sales before stepping into the family business, Northgate Industries.

Founded in Edmonton to sell and service RV trailers, Northgate Industries strategically expanded its offerings to include specialized industrial trailers for remote locations like oil rigs and oilfields, eventually growing into office trailers. Learn about the company's growth, including the establishment of a second manufacturing plant in Acheson in 2010 and the consolidation of operations in Acheson by 2022.

Cheryl's passion for the industry blossomed as she moved into Sales at Northgate. Discover her journey through various roles within the company, gaining invaluable experience in RV detailing, accounting, and reception before her move into sales leadership. Today, Cheryl proudly serves as the President of Northgate Industries, also overseeing their operations in Poland. Hear her story of dedication and growth within the family business, culminating in her taking the helm four years ago after her father's passing.

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