Thank you, Lord Jesus, for this day and the blessings and gifts that it holds. Lord, we ask for favour for MLA Richard Gotfried, in all his work, and the roles and responsibilities he fulfils. Give him wisdom and insight into the issues which must be addressed at this time. Help him as he mentors others and provides constructive feedback. We also ask for favour for his family– renewed vigour and vision. In your name we pray, amen………
Richard Gotfried was re-elected in 2019, to his second term at the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, representing the constituency of Calgary-Fish Creek. Mr. Gotfried currently serves as the chair of the Standing Committee on the Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund and the deputy chair of the Standing Committee on Public Accounts. He also serves as a member of the Standing Committee on Private Bills and Private Members’ Public Bills and the Special Standing Committee Members’ Services. Prior to his election to the Legislative Assembly, Mr. Gotfried spent over a decade working as a senior executive for a Calgary-based home builder. Earlier, he worked for over 15 years as a district sales manager for an international airline. In addition, he was vice-president of corporate and community engagement with Calgary Economic Development between 2011 and 2013. Mr. Gotfried holds a certificate in corporate and community involvement from the Carroll School of Management at Boston College and an executive management certificate from the University of Hong Kong.