Mr. Coldwell has had an established career as a Chartered Professional Accountant with roots in rural Alberta. He started his agricultural career at a young age on his family farm before obtaining his CPA designation. During his 40-year practice, he was a controller and co-founded an oilfield service company; he has since retired from his profession. Mr. Coldwell previously served on the Board of Directors of the Calgary Heritage Authority and currently operates a wine agency which imports French wines to the Alberta market. Mr. Coldwell is still actively involved with the duties of running his family farm.