Government of Alberta
Alberta is a province in western Canada known for its vast oil sands, the Rocky Mountains, and vibrant cities like Calgary and Edmonton. It’s one of Canada’s wealthiest provinces due to its significant oil and gas reserves. In addition to oil and gas, Alberta’s economy also benefits from agriculture, forestry, tourism, and technology sectors.
The Alberta United Kingdom Office (AUKO) works to build stronger, mutually beneficial economic ties between Alberta, the United Kingdom and other parts of Europe. The Executive Council supports effective strategic planning and coordinated policy development across government, and the promotion of a vibrant and innovative public service. The ministry ensures outcomes are achieved by supporting strategic planning, coordinated policy development and informed decision-making for the Government of Alberta.
ADVISORY COUNCIL NOMINEE
Klaus Büttner
Managing Director - Europe, Middle East, Africa
Alberta United Kingdom OfficeKlaus Buttner joined the Government of Alberta in November 2015 as Managing Director of the Alberta Mexico Office. In August 2019 he moved to London and currently serves as the Managing Director for Europe, Middle East, Africa and Head of the Alberta United Kingdom Office, where he leads a team of trade and investment professionals based in the High Commission of Canada.
Klaus is a true internationalist, who has worked and studied in seven countries. He has over 20 years of leadership experience in government and in the financial sector, including as Executive Director in the Ministry of International Trade of the Province of British Columbia, Canada; as Minister-Counsellor at the Canadian Embassy in Moscow; and as Regional Vice-President at Canada’s export credit agency Export Development Canada.
Klaus earned an MBA in International Management from the Monterey Institute of International Studies. He is also a holder of the Chartered Financial Analyst designation.
