Our Team
Artie Kos
President
- 780-621-7954
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#4, 201 – 19 Ave,
Nisku, Alberta, Canada
T9E 0W8
Artie Kos is an accomplished entrepreneur with a unique edge in the oil and gas industry, hailing from the heart of Alberta’s energy hub. With his entrepreneurial spirit and over 30 years of expertise, Artie is renowned for his remarkable ability to build service companies from the ground up.
Kos began his career founding Kos Corp. Oilfield Transportation Ltd. in 1985, specializing in the dismantling, hauling, and reassembly of drilling and service oil and gas rigs. The company swiftly grew its footprint across Western Canada with six provincial offices, a team of 215 dedicated staff, and a robust fleet of specialized equipment. Kos Corp. developed a sterling reputation for delivering reliable and efficient transportation solutions to energy sector clients across Canada and the United States.
In 2006, the market recognized Kos Corp.’s strategic value in Western Canada’s energy landscape when it was acquired by TransForce Income Fund, further solidifying its standing in the industry.
Artie pivoted in 2019 to found Kos Automated Solutions, a company committed to the distribution of Radical Robotics products exclusively. With Kos Automated Solutions, Artie positioned his venture as North America’s leading distributor of robotic industrial tank cleaning equipment.
Guy Young
Director of Business Development
- 403-703-7933
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Unit 300, 160 Quarry Park Blvd SE,
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
T2C 3G3
Guy Young is a seasoned business leader and tech enthusiast with a passion for revolutionizing the Energy Sector through technology. His profound career spanning over 30 years is filled with accomplishments and innovations that led to significant advancements in safety, productivity, and profitability.
Guy presently serves as the Director of Business Development at Kos Automated Solutions, formerly known as Precise Industrial Cleaning Tools. Combining his passion for technology with his extensive experience in business development, Guy has set out to make a difference in today’s fast-paced, tech-driven market. He has fostered a collaborative and goal-oriented team, focusing on improving the industry standards and embracing the future of technology.
Before joining Kos, Guy was the Vice President of Young Group of Companies for 8 impactful years. His hard work and perseverance, coupled with the support of his formidable team, led to remarkable leaps in the company’s standing in the market. This was achieved through a strategic blend of community relations and technology advancement, demonstrating his versatile leadership skills.
Prior to his VP role, Guy served as a Senior Consultant for Husky Energy for 9 years. This stint played a pivotal role in shaping his career trajectory. His experiences as a plant operational lead, superintendent, and project manager have equipped him with a multifaceted understanding of the industry. His contribution led to the successful construction and commissioning of multimillion-dollar facilities and pipelines.
Guy Young is a dynamic leader with a clear vision, striving to pave the way for the future of the energy sector.
