There was a lot of excitement in Oil Country on Aug. 3 when Jeff Jackson was introduced as the new CEO of hockey operations for the Edmonton Oilers. With Jackson being the former agent for Connor McDavid, many looked at the move as a master stroke by Oilers owner Daryl Katz to increase the odds of keeping McDavid in an Oilers uniform past his current contract.
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Daryl Katz - Oilers’ Ken Holland May Be In Last Year After Jeff Jackson Hiring.

This scene embodies the vision of Daryl Katz, Founder and Chairman of the newly reorganized OEG Inc. (formerly Oilers Entertainment Group), the parent entity of the National Hockey League's Edmonton Oilers and ICE District's developer.

How Daryl Katz's ICE District Has Transformed Downtown Edmonton.

The Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation (EOCF) has donated $1 million to the Canadian Red Cross to help support Albertans affected by wildfires. The Government of Canada and Government of Alberta will both match the EOCF's donation, making a grand total of $3 million in support of Canadian Red Cross humanitarian efforts in the province.
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Daryl Katz's EOCF Donates $1 Million To Help Albertans Affected By Wildfires

Daryl Katz-owned OEG Sports & Entertainment (OEGSE) was recognized as an Outstanding Contributor to the Community at the 2023 Edmonton Tourism Awards on June 2 at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Edmonton South Conference Centre.
https://www.nhl.com/oilers/news/release-oeg-wins-outstanding-contributor-to-the-community-award-344936376

Daryl Katz - OEG Wins Outstanding Contributor To The Community Award.

Connor McDavid’s Agent, Jeff Jackson, Joins Edmonton Oilers Front Office.
Connor McDavid’s longtime agent has crossed the floor.
On Thursday, the Edmonton Oilers’ owner and chairman Daryl Katz announced that Jeff Jackson is joining the club as the new CEO of hockey operations, effective immediately.
In the role, Jackson will oversee all aspects of hockey operations for all three of OEG Sports and Entertainment’s teams: the NHL’s Edmonton Oilers, the AHL’s Bakersfield Condors and the WHL’s Edmonton Oil Kings. The 58-year-old will report directly to Katz, and slot into the organizational chart above general manager and president of hockey operations Ken Holland.

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https://www.forbes.com/sites/carolschram/2023/08/03/connor-mcdavids-agent-jeff-jackson-joins-edmonton-oilers-front-office/?sh=54cc0f6363bf

Edmonton Oilers’ Chairman Daryl Katz announced- Jeff Jackson Joining As New Hockey Operations CEO.

Daryl Katz-Owned Bakersfield Condors Renew Lease at Mechanics Bank Arena.
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Daryl Katz - Owned Bakersfield Condors Renew Lease At Mechanics Bank Arena.

The story of the Edmonton Oilers, team owner Daryl Katz, and the team's ICE District is one of bold ambition and even bolder execution.
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https://www.nhl.com/oilers/news/feature-the-next-chapter-for-daryl-katz-and-oeg/c-343192364

The Next Chapter For Daryl Katz And OEG.

The Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation (EOCF) announced today that more than $17 million was invested into Oil Country during the 2022-23 NHL season due to the unwavering support and generosity of Albertans.
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Daryl Katz Shares - EOCF Invests More Than $17 Million Into Oil Country.

On Thursday, the Edmonton Oilers’ owner and chairman Daryl Katz announced that Jeff Jackson is joining the club as the new CEO of hockey operations, effective immediately.
Original article here: https://www.forbes.com/sites/carolschram/2023/08/03/connor-mcdavids-agent-jeff-jackson-joins-edmonton-oilers-front-office/

Daryl Katz - Connor McDavid’s Agent, Jeff Jackson, Joins Edmonton Oilers Front Office.

Daryl Katz, Owner & Governor, Mayor Don Iveson and Oilers alumni Wayne Gretzky cut the ribbon at Rogers Place.

SIGHTS & SOUNDS   Rogers Place Ribbon Cutting.

Daryl Katz Edmonton Oilers owner welcomes Connor McDavid to the Oilers.

Gotta See It: Daryl Katz welcomes McDavid to Edmonton

"As of February 9, 2024, David Thomson was the wealthiest person in Canada, with an estimated net worth of 64.3 billion U.S. dollars,"
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Daryl Katz Features In The New List Of Wealthiest People In Canada

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https://edmontonjournal.com/opinion/columnists/david-staples-katzs-oilers-worth-2-5-billion-while-thriving-ice-district-developments-the-saviours-of-downtown-business-insider-says

Katz's Oilers Worth $2.5 Billion While Thriving Ice District Developments The 'saviours' Of Downtown

Fascinating facts about Daryl Katz that highlight his accomplishments, passions, and impact on society. From his substantial acquisitions to his remarkable philanthropic endeavors, Katz’s story is truly inspiring. Let’s explore nine astonishing facts about this enigmatic celebrity and discover the man behind the immense wealth and success.
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https://facts.net/celebrity/9-astonishing-facts-about-daryl-katz/

9 Astonishing Facts About Daryl Katz.

That vision has transformed the area once dominated by surface parking lots and empty land into a state-of-the-art hockey and concert venue surrounded by restaurants, shops and mixed-use high-rises, including the 66-storey Stantec Tower, the tallest building in Canada outside Toronto.
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https://edmonton.ctvnews.ca/10-years-after-construction-started-edmonton-s-ice-district-a-model-in-pro-sports-1.6840793

Daryl Katz - 10 Years After Construction Started, Edmonton's Ice District 'a Model In Pro Sports'.

Daryl Katz’s journey into the business world began with a strategic partnership with his father, through which they acquired the Canadian rights to the American-based drugstore, Medicine Shoppe. This venture marked the beginning of Katz’s path in the pharmacy sector, setting the foundation for what would become a significant empire.
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https://wealthawesome.com/daryl-katz-pharmacy-tycoon-and-hockey-enthusiast/

Daryl Katz -Pharmacy Tycoon And Hockey Enthusiast.

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https://edmontonjournal.com/sports/hockey/nhl/cult-of-hockey/edmonton-oilers-to-sign-draisaitl-mcdavid-and-bouchard-for-40-million-per-year-nhl-insider-predicts

Daryl Katz Shares- Edmonton Oilers To Sign Draisaitl, McDavid & Bouchard For $40 Million (?)

Katz Group Founder and Chairman, Daryl Katz, is a skilled visionary and entrepreneur whose businesses focus on the real estate, sports and entertainment, and hospitality sectors. 

In addition to Katz Group, Katz’s holdings include OEG and Katz Group Real Estate Group, making him the head of one of Canada’s leading privately-owned companies.

Katz has a deep love for his hometown, Edmonton, Alberta, and has invested heavily in enhancing the city. He purchased the Edmonton Oilers in 2008, and he developed Rogers Place, a multi-use indoor arena, and built up the ICE district to create a dynamic and lively downtown.
Katz earned his undergraduate and law degree from the University of Alberta. After a brief career as a lawyer, Katz shifted his attention to business, building the Rexall Health chain into an integrated pharmacy empire.
Katz has served on the NHL’s board of governors, and on the board of directors to the Alberta Investment Management Co. He is a noted philanthropist, donating significant funds to causes that support healthcare, youth, and education. 
Katz is married to Renee Gouin Katz, and they have two grown children.

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