Eric Dressler, Director, Data Products & Platforms, Parkland
With over two decades of experience in data, analytics, AI, and business, Eric is the Head of Data at Parkland Corporation, a leading energy and retail company operating in 25 countries. Eric oversees data products, platforms and AI execution for Parkland’s extensive operations, including fuel supply, commercial logistics, and convenience stores under brands like Pioneer and Ultramar. Parkland also runs the On the Run convenience stores, the Journie Rewards loyalty program, and owns M&M Food Market. Additionally, Parkland is a leader in low-carbon fuels and EV charging networks.
Eric resides in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, a large tech hub in North America. He contributes to shaping future business leaders as an Advisory Board Member and Lead Instructor at NAIT’s JR Shaw School of Business and promotes data science education as VP of Intelligent Data Science Initiatives at DAMA Edmonton. He is the founder of machine.healthcare, an AI company transforming healthcare, and has held senior data and analytics roles at AMA – Alberta Motor Association and LoyaltyOne.
