David Crutcher
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David Crutcher born in Burley, England in 1940 is a politician and small business man from Calgary, Alberta. He graduated from Brunel University in England in 1962 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering.
In 1994 David Crutcher founded Ramatek Inc. a company that specializes in detecting engine wear in heavy machinery by analyzing the composition of motor oils.
In the 2004 Alberta general election Crutcher ran for the Alberta Alliance Party in Calgary Egmont backed by the Progressive Group for Independent Business, finishing third with 14% of the vote.
On May 28, 2005, Crutcher announced his candacy to lead the Alberta Alliance Party. He was one of four candidates seeking leadership, others being Paul Hinman, Ed Klop and Marilyn Burns. He was eliminated from the race on the second ballot, losing to both Hinman, the eventual winner, and Burns. The leadership convention was held on November 18 to 19, 2005.
Crutcher is married and has five children.
