Jim Peplinski

Keynote Speaker | Calgary , Alberta

Former Nhl Captain
Calgary Flames | Stanley Cup Winner 1989 | Successful Entrepreneur

Jim Peplinski Expertise Adaptability & Agility, Change Management, Collaboration, Excellence & Success, Health Performance, Leadership and Change, Leadership Development, Mindset & Goal Accomplishment and Athletes & Sports.

Jim Peplinski

About Jim Peplinski

Jim Peplinski is a Canadian former NHL player and captain of the Calgary Flames during their Stanley Cup victory in 1989. Known for his leadership both on and off the ice, Peplinski transitioned into a highly successful business career following his retirement from professional hockey. He has served as the executive chairman of a large group of automotive companies, including a national vehicle leasing business, numerous dealerships, and a variety of real estate investments. In addition to his role in the automotive sector, Peplinski is the vice president of business development for a professional hockey club and acts as an investor and director of a public oil and gas company. Peplinski is equally recognized for his philanthropic efforts, particularly his work supporting children’s organizations. His contributions have earned him widespread respect in the business and nonprofit sectors

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Jim Peplinski Interviews & Podcasts

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Former Calgary Flame Jim Peplinski!

JIM PEPLINSKI BIOGRAPHY

Jim Peplinski is a Canadian former National Hockey League (NHL) player and captain for the Calgary Flames in their Stanley Cup victory in 1989. Peplinski, born October 24, 1960, in Renfrew, Ontario, played junior hockey for the Toronto Marlboros of the Ontario Major Junior Hockey League (OMJHL) between 1977 and 1980. Jim Peplinski scored 101 points in 67 games in his final season of junior. The Atlanta Flames selected him with their fourth-round selection, 75th overall, at the 1979 NHL Entry Draft. Following the franchise’s relocation to Canada, Jim Peplinski made his NHL debut in 1980 and was an original member of the Calgary Flames, scoring 38 points in his rookie season. Playing his 100th career game on November 17, 1981, Jim Peplinski scored four goals against the Winnipeg Jets as part of a career-high 30-goal, 67-point season in the 1981–82 season.

One of his strengths was his durability. Jim Peplinski missed only 24 games during his career, appearing in all 80 of the Flames’ games in 1980–81, 1982–83, 1984–85 and 1986–87. Jim Peplinski was named a team tri-captain, shared with Lanny McDonald and Doug Risebrough, in the 1984–85 season. For the 1988 Winter Olympics, the International Ice Hockey Federation opened the hockey tournament to all professionals. While the NHL refused to allow most players to participate, the Flames released Jim Peplinski to the Canadian Olympic team. Jim Peplinski appeared in seven games, scoring one assist for the fourth-place Canadians.

In the Flames’ Stanley Cup championship season of 1988–89, Jim Peplinski scored 38 points in 79 games and appeared in 20 more games in the 1989 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Six games into the 1989–90 NHL season, Jim Peplinski chose to retire and left the game as the Flames’ all-time leader in games played at 705. Jim Peplinski moved to the broadcast booth, joining Hockey Night in Canada as a colour commentator before attempting an NHL comeback in 1994–95. His comeback lasted six games before he left the game for good. Jim Peplinski settled in Calgary after retirement and remains active with the team’s alumni association and organized the alumni game between the Flames and Canadiens at the 2011 Heritage Classic.

Following his retirement from hockey, Jim Peplinski transitioned into a thriving business career. Jim Peplinski has served as the executive chairman of a large automotive group, overseeing a national vehicle leasing business, multiple dealerships in Toronto, and extensive real estate investments. Additionally, Jim Peplinski holds senior roles, including vice president of business development for a professional hockey organization and director for a public oil and gas company. His business expertise is grounded in the teamwork and leadership skills he honed during his athletic career.

Jim Peplinski is also well known for his charitable contributions, particularly his work with children’s organizations. Jim Peplinski was the final recipient of the Charlie Conacher Humanitarian Award in 1984 for his work supporting the Special Olympics and Big Brothers of Calgary. In 1988, Jim Peplinski was honored with the Ralph T. Scurfield Humanitarian Award by the Calgary Flames for his outstanding community involvement. His dedication to both business and philanthropy has earned him widespread respect.

Today, Jim Peplinski is a highly sought-after speaker, sharing insights on leadership, teamwork, and igniting passion—lessons drawn from his rich experiences in sports, business, and community work. His presentations inspire audiences to push beyond their limits and achieve success, making him an ideal choice for corporate events, leadership summits, and conferences.

Jim Peplinski remains active in the Calgary Flames Alumni Association and continues to engage with the community through various charitable and business initiatives. His blend of sportsmanship, business acumen, and community service makes him an influential and inspiring speaker.

Jim Peplinski Topic Presentations

Jim Peplinski Calgary , Alberta, Canada delivers keynote presentations, workshops, fireside chats, moderated Q&A, and other presentation formats on a wide variety of topics. Each presentation is unique, customized and tailored for audiences, industries, conferences and event formats.

From Locker Room to Boardroom: Building High Performance Teams

Leadership Under Pressure: Decisions, Standards and Accountability

Adapting to Change: Transition, Resilience and Long Term Performance

Jim Peplinski Books & Articles

Dishing with Dkg: Former Nhler Jim Peplinski Takes Shots at Wayne Gretzky, Hockey Canada
Dishing with Dkg: Former Nhler Jim Peplinski

For decades, I was a “hockey mom” and I find myself getting increasingly agitated watching these issues play out. To gain some...

Duhatschek Notebook: Why Both Players and Reporters are to Blame for the Rise of Cliches in Interviews
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Original Flame Jim Peplinski: 'today's Players Forget to Protect Themselves
Original Flame Jim Peplinski: 'today's Players

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