

C-Suite Unplugged: Cathy Orr, President & CEO of RGO Products
BCA President Adam Legge is joined by Cathy Orr, President and CEO of RGO Products, for an inspiring conversation on C-Suite Unplugged.
Cathy shares her journey from growing up in a family deeply woven into Calgary’s business community to leading RGO. She reflects on her early career, pivotal moments, and the lessons passed down from her father, Ross Glen, a titan of Calgary business, philanthropy, and community.
Adam and Cathy dive into the evolution of RGO, from a private, family–owned company in Calgary incorporated in 1966 with roots selling typewriters, to a modern leader in creating integrated, innovative environments across Alberta. Cathy opens up about RGO’s values, its commitment to giving back, and what it means to be recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.
Together, they explore the future of workplaces, how the work-from-home movement is reshaping offices, and why well-designed spaces matter in business, education, and healthcare. This episode takes a thoughtful look at legacy, leadership, and the future of work.
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