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Greetings & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Mr. Jeremy McCrea - Managing Director of Equity Research at BMO Capital Markets.Previously Mr. McCrea has held similar positions at Raymond James, AltaCorp Capital and National Bank Financial - with more than 20 years of experience exclusively covering the energy sector.Mr. McCrea also holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Calgary and is a CFA® charterholder.Since 2004, Mr. McCrea's views on energy are frequently sought after by institutional funds, as well as various media outlets including The Globe and Mail, National Post, Bloomberg and BNN.Among other things we discussed Cognitive Biases 101: Helping Energy Investors Make Better Decisions.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsEPACAstro Rentals Canadian Gas AssociationSupport the show
Greetings & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Mr. Mike Belenkie - CEO of Advantage Energy - a TSX listed energy company with a market cap of ~$2 Billion. Mr. Belenkie joined Advantage in October 2018 as Chief Operating Officer, and was promoted to President and Chief Operating Officer in October 2019 and then to President and Chief Executive Officer in January 2022. Between 2012 and 2018, Mr. Belenkie founded and helped lead Modern Resources to become a highly efficient Deep Basin producer which included oversight on all aspects of the Corporation. From September 2008 to December 2011, Mr. Belenkie held roles of increasing responsibility at Painted Pony including Vice President of Reservoir Engineering and Corporate Development. Prior thereto, Mr. Belenkie held various roles at Talisman Energy (1995-2008) within their North American assets, including Team Lead of Montney and Northeast British Columbia. During 2006 and 2007, Mr. Belenkie was a management consultant with RLG International, working with leadership teams in two major producers in Alaska and Canada, while on secondment from Talisman. Mr. Belenkie received his BSc. In Mechanical Engineering from University of Calgary in 1997 and is a registered professional engineer with APEGA.Among other things we discussed Infrastructure, Cash Flow & Canadian LNG Opportunities Ahead.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsEPACAstro Rentals Canadian Gas Association Support the show
Greetings & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Ms. Hilary Foulkes - Independent Director of Chord Energy, Pine Cliff Energy, Senior Advisor at TPH Canada & Vice-Chair Let's Talk Science.Previously, Ms. Foulkes was an independent director for Modern Resources, Vice President and COO at PennWest Exploration, and Managing Director at Scotia Waterous.Ms. Foulkes earned a BSc with Honours in Earth Science from the University of Waterloo and is a Professional Geologist.Among other things we discussed Adventures in Northern Saskatchewan, Hard Rock Origins & CAN/U.S. Mergers.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsJSGEPACAstro Rentals Global Energy Show CanadaSupport the show
Greetings & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Mr. Robyn Regehr.Mr. Regehr played ~1089 NHL games over fifteen years including twelve with the Calgary Flames, and three with the LA Kings - where he won the Stanley Cup in 2014.Mr. Regehr also competed for Canada in World Juniors, World Championships, World Cup and Olympics. Mr. Regehr was a member of the NHLPA executive board for 4 years also participated in Audit and Executive Director search committee. Mr. Regehr has been involved in charitable organizations including Flames Foundation, Right To Play, Impact Society - and was a co-founder of Blueline Oilfield Rentals.Among other things we discussed Winning the Stanley Cup, 15 Years in the NHL & Energy Entrepreneurship.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsJSGEPACAstro Rentals Global Energy Show CanadaSupport the show
Greetings & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Ms. Karen Nielsen.Throughout her career, Ms. Nielsen has held executive & board level positions at ATCO EnPower, Seven Generations Energy Ltd., ATCO Power, ARC Resources Ltd., Birchcliff Energy Ltd & Crew Energy Inc.Ms. Nielsen also earned a bachelor's degree in engineering (with Distinction) from the University of Saskatchewan, and is a registered professional with APEGA.Among other things we discussed Early Field Days, Montney Origins & How Power Markets Influence Energy Prices.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsJSGEPACAstro Rentals Global Energy Show CanadaSupport the show
Greetings & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Mr. Eric Nuttall - partner and senior portfolio manager with Ninepoint Partners, and the Ninepoint Energy Fund - Canada's largest energy fund with ~$2 billion under management.Mr. Nuttall's views on energy are frequently sought after by BNN Bloomberg, CNBC, The Globe and Mail, The National Post, and other media organizations.Mr. Nuttall also earned a Bachelor of International Business degree (High Honours) from Carleton University.Among other things we discussed Election Results, Oil Volatility & Why Canada Needs to Build Infrastructure Projects.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsJSGEPACAstro Rentals Global Energy Show CanadaSupport the show
Greetings & welcome back to the podcast. James Pasieka is a former partner with the Calgary office of McCarthy Tétrault LLP and has extensive experience in structuring and negotiating transactions for capital projects, joint ventures, corporate financings, mergers, acquisitions and divestitures. He has negotiated or closed deals on six continents. Mr. Pasieka practiced in all segments of the energy sector, in corporate/commercial law generally, and in corporate finance, including early-stage and venture capital financing, mergers, acquisitions and take-overs. Mr. Pasieka has served as an officer or director or chairman of scores of public energy companies over the years. Mr. Pasieka earned an undergraduate degree (distinction) & bachelor of laws degree from University of Manitoba. Among other things we discussed 50 Years of Law: From Texaco Beginnings to Libyan Oil Deals & Chinese Ventures.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsBroadbill EnergyJSGEPACAstro Rentals Support the show
Greetings & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Mr. John Jeffrey - CEO of Saturn Oil & Gas - a TSX listed energy company with a market cap of ~$300M.Prior to assuming leadership of Saturn in 2016, Mr. Jeffrey was the area finance manager for a Fortune 500 engineering consulting firm in Canada. Mr. Jeffrey was also a founder and CFO for Axiom Group, a geological and engineering consulting company that has drilled over 800 wells within western Canada. Mr. Jeffrey also is a graduate of the University of Saskatchewan with a MBA degree majoring in Finance.Among other things we discussed Bootstrapping to 40,000 boe/d, Mid-Life Cycle Assets & Perspectives of Junior E&P in 2025.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsBroadbill EnergyJSGEPACAstro Rentals Support the show
Greetings & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Mr. Jordan McNamee – Founder and Chief Investment Officer of the Optimist Fund - an investment fund with ~$40 million under management. Prior to founding the Optimist Fund, Mr. McNamee worked at CI Global Asset Management as lead Portfolio Manager, and Cambridge Global Asset Management as an analyst covering the global technology, media and communications services sectors. Mr. McNamee earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Wilfrid Laurier University, and has also earned the Chartered Financial Analyst designation.Among other things we discussed Finding Growth Companies, Capitalizing on Market Volatility & Building an Investment Fund.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsBroadbill EnergyJSGEPACAstro Rentals Support the show
Greetings & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Mr. Mac Van Wielingen – founder and chair of Viewpoint Group and co-founder of Viewpoint Investment Partners - a global, investment management company offering strategies to high net-worth families and institutional investors. Mr. Van Wielingen is also a founder, and partner of ARC Financial Corporation, the largest energy focused private equity fund in Canada with approximately $6 billion under management - and a founder and former chair (1996-2016) of ARC Resources Ltd., a leading Canadian energy company. Mr. Van Wielingen has served as chair of the Board of Alberta Investment Management Corporation (AIMCo), the board of Institute for Corporate Directors (ICD), and is a founding partner of the Creative Destruction Lab, Business Council of Alberta & Canadian Centre for Advanced Leadership. Among his many awards, Mr. Van Wielingen has been appointed to the Order of Canada, the Calgary Business Hall of Fame, has received The Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee Medal (Alberta), the Ivey School of Business Alumni Award, and the Fraser Institute Founders' Award.Mr. Van Wielingen is also an honours graduate of the Ivey School of Business in finance and has studied post-graduate economics at Harvard University. Among other things we discussed Family Wisdom, the Origins of ARC Financial & Navigating Investment Risk. Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsBroadbill EnergyJSGEPACAstro Rentals Support the show
Greetings & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Mrs. Amber Kanwar – host of the In the Money Podcast - a video podcast where Amber sits down with a top portfolio managers to deliver insights & advice on investing to everyday investors. New episodes are out every Tuesday and Thursday, and are available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Prior to launching the In the Money Podcast, Mrs. Kanwar spent ~15 years at BNN Bloomberg where she interviewed hundreds of portfolio managers, CEOs, political leaders and newsmakers - working her way up from intern, to segment producer and anchor.Mrs. Kanwar also earned a masters of journalism degree at Ryerson University, and a Bachelor of Management & Organizational Studies at Western University. Among other things we discussed Building a New Media Company, the Art of Conversation & 15 Years at BNN.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsBroadbill EnergyJSGEPACAstro Rentals Support the show
Greetings & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Mr. Herb Pinder Jr. – owner of the Goal Group of companies which includes G Energy - a private equity firm investing in oil and gas companies & Goal Sports Corp - which managed the contractual and financial affairs of professional hockey players for 35 years.Mr. Pinder has served on the boards of more than 50 public and private businesses, crown corporations and non-profit organizations (ARC Resources, Canadian Airlines, Wascana Energy, Sunshine Ski Resort and Viterra).Among his many accomplishments, Mr. Pinder won a bronze medal playing hockey for Team Canada in the 1968 Winter Olympic Games in Grenoble, France.Mr. Pinder served a term as an Honorary Colonel of the 38th Service Battalion; received an Honorary Doctor of Laws at the U of Saskatchewan; is an Honored Member of the Saskatchewan and Saskatoon Sports Halls of Fame; and in 2022 became a Fellow of the Institute of Corporate Directors.Mr. Pinder has served many non-profits organizations including Canada's Sports Hall of Fame, CD Howe, Manning Awards, Banff Center for Management, YPO International, Canadian Chamber of Commerce, and The Fraser Institute.Mr. Pinder graduated from the U of Saskatchewan in 1967 with a B.A. in Economics, attended the U of Manitoba Faculty of Law, MBA from Harvard Business School, and also is an editorial contributor to the the Western Standard.Among other things we discussed the Olympic Medals, Private Equity, Western Alienation & 50 Years of Saskatoon Business.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital Markets360 Engineering & Environmental ConsultingEVA SoftwareBroadbill EnergySupport the show
Greetings & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Mr. Tom MacInnis – CEO of Spark Capital Corp. & Southern Pacific Resources.Mr. MacInnis is also Board Chair of PointBreak Resources, board member of Rok Resources, and sits on the advisory committees for the private equity funds managed by Lex Energy Partners in Regina.Previously, Mr.MacInnis was a Founder & Managing Director of Investment Banking at Tristone Capital, Head of Energy Financial Markets and Energy Investment Banking for National Bank of Canada - working on over 1200 M&A & capital raising transactions representing over $125 Billion in transaction value. Among other things we discussed the Private Energy Markets, the Tristone Capital Days & Canadian M&A in 2025.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsEnergy United 360 Engineering & Environmental ConsultingEVA SoftwareBroadbill EnergySupport the show
Greetings, and welcome back to the podcast.This episode we are joined by Mr. Arjun Murti - Partner at Veriten LLC and a Senior Advisor at Warburg Pincus. Mr. Murti has spent over 30 years on Wall Street as a sell-side equity research analyst, buy-side investor, advisor and board member covering the global energy sector. Mr. Murti previously served as a Partner at Goldman Sachs from 2006 to 2014. Prior to becoming Partner, he served as Managing Director from 2003 to 2006 and as Vice President from 1999 to 2003. During his time at Goldman Sachs, Mr. Murti worked as a sell-side equity research analyst covering the energy sector. He was co-director of equity research for the Americas from 2011 to 2014. Previously, Mr. Murti held equity analyst positions at JP Morgan Investment Management from 1995 to 1999 and at Petrie Parkman from 1992 to 1995. Mr. Murti serves on the board of directors of ConocoPhillips & Liberty Energy Inc. He also serves on the advisory boards of ClearPath and Columbia Center on Global Energy Policy and as a board observer to Welligence Energy Analytics. Mr. Murti graduated with a business degree specializing in finance from the University of Denver,Since November 2021, Mr. Murti has published Super-Spiked, a Substack newsletter and podcast about the energy transition.Among other things, we discussed The End of the Energy Transition Era & What it Means for Investors.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsEnergy United 360 Engineering & Environmental ConsultingEVA SoftwareBroadbill EnergySupport the show
Greetings, and welcome back to the podcast.This episode we are joined by Mr. Jamie Murray - portfolio manager at the Murray Wealth Group - a Toronto based investment firm with ~$360M under management. Mr. Jamie Murray has approximately 20 years of experience in the investment sector with previous roles at Investors Group, Desjardins Capital Markets & Dundee Capital Markets.Mr. Murray graduated from The Richard Ivey School of Business, and has also received his Chartered Financial Analyst designation in 2011.Among other things, we discussed Out of Favor Stocks, Protecting Capital, Energy Tariffs & Market Opportunities in 2025.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsEnergy United 360 Engineering & Environmental ConsultingEVA SoftwareSupport the show
Greetings, and welcome back to the podcast.This episode we are joined by Mr. Jim Gray, O.C. - co-founder of Canadian Hunter Exploration - one of Canada's largest natural gas producers before its sale in 2001 for ~$3.4 billion.Among his many awards, Mr. Gray has been inducted into the Alberta Order of Excellence, the Order of Canada, the Calgary Business Hall of Fame, and the Canadian Business Hall of Fame.Mr. Gray was awarded an Honourary Doctor of Laws degree in 1991 by the University of Calgary, and the Energy Person of the Year Award from the Energy Council of Canada.Mr. Gray is also a founder and former Chairman of Calgary Academy, Honourary Chair of the Canada West Foundation and Honorary Life Director of the Calgary YMCA. Mr. Gray is Chairman of the Energy Group of Brookfield Asset Management Inc.Mr. Gray's previous directorships include Brookfield Asset Management Inc., Cequence Energy Inc., Phoenix Technology Services, Emera Inc., Hudson's Bay Company, and Canadian National Railway, of which he is Director Emeritus. Among other things, we discussed The Can Hunter Days, Pioneering the Deep Basin & 90 Years of Staying Active.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsEnergy United Upgrade Labs360 Engineering & Environmental ConsultingCanadian Gas AssociationSupport the show
Greetings, and welcome back to the podcast.This episode we are joined by Mr. Arun Chandrasekaran - Head of Energy Investment Banking at National Bank- a TSX listed financial institution with a market cap of ~$43 billion. Arun Chandrasekaran has 17+ years of experience in industry. Mr. Chandrasekaran re-joined National Bank as Head of Energy, Investment Banking in August 2016. Prior to re-joining National Bank, Mr. Chandrasekaran worked as a Principal with Stream Asset Financial Management. Mr. Chandrasekaran graduated with Distinction from the University of Alberta with a Bachelor of Commerce Co-operative Education degree.Among other things, we discussed Capital Markets, Avoiding Consensus & Why the Lifecycle of Canadian Energy Will Continue.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsEnergy United Upgrade Labs360 Engineering & Environmental ConsultingSupport the show
Greetings, and welcome back to the podcast.This episode we are joined by Mr. Charles Guedo - CEO of 8am Solutions - a Calgary based tech company. 8am Solutions provides software that allows companies to better adhere to workplace safety legislation with the use of machine learning and A.I. Among other uses, 8am Solutions users pay an annual fee, and in exchange - get quick summaries on whether their oil & gas health and safety procedures & documents meet government requirements. Mr. Charles Guedo spent over 10 years in the vendor management & compliance software industry before founding 8am Solutions. Among other things, we discussed A.I. Trends vs. Problem Solving, Tech in Calgary & Finding Market Opportunities in Software.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsEnergy United Upgrade Labs360 Engineering & Environmental ConsultingSupport the show
Greetings, and welcome back to the podcast.This episode we are joined by Mr. Jason Landau & Mr. Eugene Vath from Waratah Capital - a Toronto, Ontario based asset management firm that has grown from $25 million to ~$4 billion under management since 2010. Mr. Landau is the Managing Director, Portfolio Manager and Head of Investment Team. Mr. Landau received an Honours Business Administration degree from the Richard Ivey School of Business at the University of Western Ontario.Mr. Vath is an investment analyst, and holds a Bachelor of Commerce Degree from the University of Victoria, as well as the CFA designations.Among other things, we discussed Capital Allocation in the Canadian Energy Industry: Considerations on Growth vs. Investor Returns.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsEnergy United Upgrade Labs360 Engineering & Environmental ConsultingSupport the show
Greetings, and welcome back to the podcast.This episode we are joined by Mr. Rob Broen - President & CEO of Athabasca Oil - a Calgary based energy company listed on the TSX, with a market cap of ~$3 billion. Mr. Broen Joined Athabasca in November 2012 as Senior Vice President Light Oil, and was Promoted to Chief Operating Officer in 2013, and CEO in 2015.Mr. Broen has over 25 years of exploration and production experience including 18 years with Talisman Energy in various technical and management capacities (President, Talisman Energy USA Inc. and Senior Vice President, North American Shale). At Talisman, Mr. Broen managed capital budgets over $1 billion and a 120,000 boe/d North American shale portfolio (Montney, Duvernay, Marcellus and Eagle Ford).Mr. Broen earned a Bachelor of Science in chemical engineering from the University of Alberta, and is a graduate of the Ivey Executive Program at the Richard Ivey School of Business.Among other things we disused Stock Buybacks, 80 Years of Reserves & Why Return of Free Cash Flow is Good for Investors.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsEnergy United Upgrade LabsCanada ActionSupport the show
Greetings, and welcome back to the podcast.This episode we are joined by Mr. Jeff Robson - President & CEO of Vada Capital - an independent, family-backed private equity firm based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Mr. Robson is a board member of the Haskayne Hunter Centre for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, the First Monday Foundation, the Alberta Hockey Foundation, is a also a Robson DNA Center Board Advisor, a General Manager of Canadian Professional Rodeo Association and Founding Partner of Creative Destruction Labs Rockies.Mr. Robson earned a Business Management degree from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo.Among other things we disused Growing a Family Office, Adventures in Rodeo & Private Equity Differentiation.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsEnergy United Upgrade LabsCanadian Energy Executive AssociationSupport the show
Greetings, and welcome back to the podcast.This episode we are joined by Mr. Jamie Mackie who is retired now, but spent 40 years in the investment banking, energy & wealth management sectors. Mr. Mackie's 40 years of experience included roles at Richardson GMP, Macquarie Group, J F Mackie & Company & FirstEnergy Capital where he was an early member of the firm. Mr. Mackie earned a Bachelor's of Science degree from the University of Calgary, and a Master of Science Degree from Yale University. Among other things we disused The Wilson Mackie Days, 150 Years in Calgary & Opportunities in the Wealth Management Sector.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsEnergy United Upgrade LabsPipelineonline.caCanadian Energy Executive AssociationSupport the show
Greetings, and welcome back to the podcast.This episode we are joined by Mr. Jeff Davison - 2025 Calgary Mayor Candidate & Chief Executive Officer of the Prostate Cancer Centre - an Alberta-based health charity dedicated to providing clinical support, education and resources to help men navigate the complex world of prostate cancer.Mr. Davison has spent over twenty years with publicly traded companies in the energy, technology and creative services sectors and was elected to Calgary City Council from 2017 - 2021. Jeff Davison is currently on the University of Calgary Board of Governors and Senate, and has previously served on the Board of Directors for Calgary Municipal Land Corporation, Calgary Economic Development, and the Opportunity Calgary Investment Fund. Mr. Davison earned a bachelor's degree in Communications Studies from the University of Calgary in 2003, and also attended Cornell University in 2017 for its Strategy Program in Marketing.Among other things we disused The 2025 Calgary Mayor Election: Unlocking Economic Development & Why it Matters.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsEnergy United Upgrade LabsCanada ActionCanadian Energy Executive AssociationSupport the show
Hello, and welcome back to the podcast This episode we are joined by Alex Epstein - founder & President of the Center for Industrial Progress - a for-profit think-tank seeking to bring about a new industrial revolution by using technology to improve the planet across a multitude of industries including mining, manufacturing, agriculture, chemistry, and energy. Mr. Epstein is also the author of the new book titled Fossil Future, the New York Times bestseller The Moral Case for Fossil Fuels, and the creator of EnergyTalkingPoints.com - a source of talking points on energy, environmental, and climate issues.Mr. Epstein has made his moral case for fossil fuels at dozens of campuses, including Harvard, Yale, Stanford, and Duke (his alma mater), and has also spoken to employees and leaders at dozens of Fortune 500 companies, including ExxonMobil, Chevron, Phillips 66, Valero, Enbridge, and TransCanada.Mr.Epstein also holds an undergraduate degree from Duke University.Among other things we disused Technological Development, Thinking 101 & Why Canadian Energy is a Source of Human Flourishing.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsEnergy United Upgrade LabsRARE Oilfield ServicesCanadian Energy Executive AssociationSupport the show
Merry Christmas, happy holidays & welcome back to the podcast.This episode we are joined by Mr. Mark Mulroney - Vice Chair, Global Banking and Markets at Scotiabank - a TSX & NYSE listed financial institution with a market cap of ~$100 billion & ~$70 billion respectively.Mark Mulroney joined Scotiabank in 2018 and has served as Head of Financial Institutions and Sponsors within Corporate and Investment Banking. Mark Mulroney was appointed to his current role as Vice Chair, Global Banking and Markets in October 2024 where he is focused on strategic relationships and advancing synergies within Global Banking and Markets as well as the broader Bank.Prior to joining Scotiabank, Mark served as Co-Head of Equity Trading and Head of Equity Capital Markets with National Bank Financial Markets. He began his career in 2001 at Goldman Sachs & Co. in New York City. In 2005, Mark moved to Toronto with RBC Capital Markets and was promoted to Head of Equity Trading in 2007, relocating to London (UK). In 2009, he returned to Canada as Co-Head of Equity Agency Trading in Toronto.An active community volunteer, Mark is involved in a variety of fundraising efforts and also serves on a number of not-for-profit boards including The BlackNorth Initiative, Co-Chairs the Boost (CYAC) Fundraising Advisory Board and is Chair of the Brian Mulroney Institute of Government Advisory Board, at St Francis Xavier (Antigonish, Nova Scotia).Mark holds an undergraduate degree from Duke University (2001).Among other things we disused The Art of Listening, Family Lessons & Opportunities in Capital Markets.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsEnergy United Upgrade LabsRARE Oilfield ServicesCanadian Gas AssociationSupport the show
Hello, and welcome back to the podcast.This episode we are joined by Mr. Graeme Edge - co-founder and CEO of Energy Disruptors - a conference created to address the opportunities and challenges presented in the energy industry by connecting leaders who share their perspectives on technology, new business models, emerging global trends, & policies.In addition to the Energy Disruptors conference, Mr. Edge is the founder & CEO of ScaleBlaze - an executive search firm specializing in clean energy/clean tech, energy transition, and e-mobility sectors. Mr. Edge also earned a bachelor's degree from King's College London.Among other things we discussed going From a $250k Loss to Booking Richard Branson & the Journey Thus Far.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsEnergy United Upgrade LabsRARE Oilfield ServicesSupport the show
Hello, and welcome back to the podcast.This episode we are joined by Mr. Ward Polzin - board member of Chord Energy, Founder and Executive Chairman of Camino Natural Resources & Venture Partner of NGP Energy (“NGP”), a private equity investment firm based in Dallas, TX.Previously, Mr. Polzin served as CEO of Centennial Resource Development, LLC (“Centennial”), an NGP portfolio company focused on the Permian basin of West Texas, from 2013 to 2016. Prior to forming Camino and Centennial, Mr.Polzin served as a Managing Director and a founding partner in Investment Banking at Tudor, Pickering, Holt & Co., where he spearheaded the firm's E&P asset acquisition and divestiture practice. Mr. Polzin earned a B.S. in Petroleum Engineering from the Colorado School of Mines in 1984 and an M.B.A. from Rice University in 1986. He is also a CFA charter holder.Among other things we disused 40 Years of American Energy: A Few Lessons from E&P & Banking.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsEnergy United Upgrade LabsRARE Oilfield ServicesSupport the show
Hello, and welcome back to the podcast.This episode we are joined by Ms. Josée Tremblay - Principal at Strategic Decisions Group, a global firm specializing in helping companies discover innovative opportunities and make the best possible strategic investments.Previously, Ms. Tremblay worked both onshore and offshore in the energy industry at Can Hunter Exploration, Burlington Resources, ConocoPhillips, INPEX Corporation and most recently on the production, development and exploration of Canada's East Coast as the Vice President for the region with Suncor Energy. Ms. Tremblay served over three years as the Chair of the Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers (CAPP)-Offshore Policy Group, is currently the Vice-Chair of the Board of Directors at C-Core, and is a member of the Institute of Corporate Directors.Ms. Tremblay is the Chair of the Schulich Industry Advisory Councila at the Schulich School of Engineering, board member of Triple Point Resources & Genoa Design International.Ms. Tremblay holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Calgary, a Strategic Decision and Risk Management certificate from Stanford School of Engineering and an Executive Education Certificate in Finance and Accounting from Rice University. Ms. Tremblay also recently attended the Harvard In-Residence Leadership program at the business school.Among other things we disused $100M Wells, the Opportunity of Female Capital in Industry & Why Canadian Offshore Energy is Growing.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsEnergy United Upgrade Labs8am Solutions RARE Oilfield ServicesSupport the show
Greetings, and welcome back to the podcast.This episode, we are joined by Steve Larke & Mr Dave Szybunka - for a special live edition of the podcast at the 2024 CALEP Conference.Mr. Larke is a corporate director at Topaz Energy, Headwater Exploration & Vermilion Energy - and previous roles include Operating Partner and Advisory Board member with Azimuth Capital Management Inc., Managing Director and Executive Committee member with Calgary-based Peters & Co. from 2005 to 2015, and prior thereto, was Vice-President and Director with TD Newcrest from 1997 to 2005.Mr. Larke has a Bachelor of Commerce degree (with distinction) from the University of Calgary and has earned the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) and Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD.D) designations.Mr. Dave Szybunka is Senior Portfolio Manager & Managing Director, Energy Team at Canoe financial, has 17 years' experience in portfolio management and energy equities analysis. Previously, he worked at Rayne Capital as the Head Energy Portfolio Manager.Prior to that, David was Associate Portfolio Manager on the Canoe Energy team. His career in the energy industry started as a Financial Analyst with Peters & Co, a Calgary-based energy investment dealer.David has a Bachelor of Commerce (finance) from the University of Alberta and is a CFA Charterholder.Among other things we disused Global Energy Demand, 50% Consumption Growth & How Investors Can Benefit.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsEnergy United Upgrade LabsPipelineonline.ca8am Solutions Support the show
Greetings, and welcome back to the podcast.This episode we are joined by Mr. Curtis Stange - CEO of ATB Financial - a Crown owned financial institution based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada - with approximately 5300 team members, 825,000 clients and a balance sheet of ~$62 billion.Mr. Stange was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of ATB Financial on June 30, 2018, and has more than 35 years of experience in financial services in Canada.Prior to becoming CEO, Mr. Stange held a number of senior leadership roles at ATB Financial, as well as at one of Canada's big five banks - gaining experience in retail, wealth management and commercial banking throughout British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Ontario.Mr. Stange is a Stanford alumnus, member of the Alberta Business Council, the Canadian Chamber of Commerce Western Executive Council, chairs the ATB Subsidiary board, serves on advisory boards for the Edmonton International Airport, Visa Canada, Axis Connects, Advancing Women Executives in Western Canada and he co-chairs the STARS Air Ambulance board. Among other things we discussed New Opportunities in Digital Assets, 90 Years of Banking & Why ATB is Committed to the Energy Sector.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsEnergy United Upgrade Labs8am Solutions Support the show
Greetings, and welcome back to the podcast.This episode we are joined by Mr. Marty Staples - CEO of Topaz Energy - a Calgary based energy company listed on the TSX, with a market cap of ~$4 billion. Marty Staples commenced his role in April 2020 when Topaz hired its initial employees and has been instrumental in Topaz's accretive acquisition growth strategy which has generated rapid earnings and dividend growth for Topaz shareholders. Mr. Staples has over 20 years' experience in the oil and gas industry in the areas of leadership, management, business development, exploration, land and evaluations. Previously, Mr. Staples spent ten years and played an integral role in the growth and development of Tourmaline Oil Corp., including the execution of $3.7 billion in cumulative asset and corporate acquisitions. Prior thereto, Mr. Staples held positions at both private and public companies. Mr. Staples holds a Bachelor's degree in Commerce from the Haskayne School of Business at the University of Calgary.Among other things we discussed Growing to $4 Billion, Win-Win Deals & How a Pandemic IPO Created Opportunity. Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsEnergy United Upgrade LabsCanadian Gas AssociationCanada ActionSupport the show
Greetings, and welcome back to the podcast.This episode we are joined by Mr. Ian Dundas - Board Member & advisor to the Chief Executive Officer of Chord Energy - a Houston based energy company listed on New York Stock Exchange, with a market cap of ~$8 billion. Mr. Dundas previously served as a Director and President & Chief Executive Officer of Enerplus Corporation until its combination with Chord Energy in May 2024.Mr. Dundas joined Enerplus in 2002 as Vice-President of Business Development, responsible for corporate acquisition and divestment strategies. In 2011, Mr. Dundas was appointed Executive Vice-President and Chief Operating Officer, where he oversaw the development and execution of Enerplus' operational strategies, strategic planning, marketing and reserves, as well as acquisitions and divestments. Prior to joining Enerplus, Mr. Dundas held several executive positions in the merchant banking business, where he helped oil and gas companies grow by accessing the funding and expertise they required.Mr. Dundas has been an active volunteer in numerous charitable endeavors and was Co-chair of the Calgary YMCA Power of Potential campaign. Mr. Dundas holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Distinction) from the University of Calgary and a Bachelor of Laws (Distinction) from the University of Alberta. He was called to the Alberta Bar in 1995.Mr. Dundas is also a board member of I.S. Energy.Among other things we discussed Merging Enerplus for $3.8 Billion, The El Paso Days & New Opportunities Ahead.Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsEnergy United Upgrade LabsCanadian Gas Association8am Solutions Support the show
Greetings & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Mr. Charlie Locke - Owner of the Lake Louise Ski Resort, and the Locke Stock & Barrel Company Ltd. which includes (among other investments) ranching interests & oil and gas production in the Bearspaw Area, west central Alberta, and in Montana. Mr. Locke was also one of Canada's leading climbers and ski mountaineers during the 1960s and 1970s, which included pioneering climbs on the North Face of Mount Temple, the Ten Peaks at Moraine lake, the Great Divide Ski Traverse from Jasper to Lake Louise in 1967, and over 40 first ascents of Alberta and British Columbia peaks. Mr. Locke also earned a commerce degree from the University of Calgary. Among other things we discussed Ski Resorts, Oil Wells & Mountaineering: 50 Years of Entrepreneurship & Adventure.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB FinancialEnergy United Upgrade LabsSupport the show
Greetings & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Mr. Scott Saxberg - President and Chief Executive Officer of Cache Island Corp., a private energy company based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Before founding Cache Island, Scott was a Co-Founder of Crescent Point Energy and was President and CEO of the company from 2003 to 2018. Under his direction, Crescent Point grew from 275 boe/day in 2001 to 180,000 boe/day by 2018. Through Scott's tenure, the company distributed over $7.5 billion in dividends and reached a market capitalization of more than $18 billion.In addition, Scott runs his family office, Icebook Investments Corp., that focuses on direct investments in early stage startups. Icebook is currently invested in over 12 early stage companies across a variety of industries including energy tech, retail, real estate, communications, cannabis, e-gaming and fertility.Scott's lifelong passion for hockey led him to become a co-owner of the NHL hockey team the Arizona Coyotes between 2013- 17.Along the way, Scott has received notable recognition, including being named as one of the E&Y's Top 40 Under 40, awarded the 2009 Producer of the Year in Oilweek magazine and named the 2011 Saskatchewan Oilman of the Year.Mr. Saxberg earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Manitoba. Among other things we discussed The Growth of Crescent Point, $7.5 Billion in Dividends & What's Next on the Horizon.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB FinancialEnergy United Upgrade LabsPipelineonline.caSupport the show
Greetings & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by the co-founder of Doomberg – an anonymous news publication that provides in-depth analysis on energy, finance & geopolitics - highlighting information missing from mainstream media. Through a process of continuous improvement, Doomberg has grown to the #1 paid finance newsletter on Substack, with over 200,000 readers. Among other things we discussed An Update on Doomberg, the Myth of Peak Oil & Why Nuclear Energy Has Reached an Inflection Point.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsEnergy United Canadian Gas AssociationUpgrade LabsATB FinancialSupport the show
Greetings & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Mr. David Smith - board member of Advantage Energy, Wajax Ltd., & former CEO of Keyera Corp. Mr. Smith has over 38 years of experience in the western Canadian oil and gas industry. Mr. Smith had an extensive career at Keyera Corp. and played a key role its formation, evolution and growth. From 2015 to 2020, Mr. Smith served as President and CEO of Keyera, and prior to that, as President and Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Smith also served as Keyera's Executive Vice President – Liquids Business Unit, and before that, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Corporate Secretary. Prior to joining Keyera, Mr. Smith held progressively senior finance roles at Gulf Canada Resources Limited and Imperial Oil Limited. In addition to Advantage Energy & Wajax Ltd. - Mr. Smith currently serves as a director at Arts Commons, United Way of Calgary and previously served as a director of Crew Energy Inc. Mr. Smith holds a Bachelor of Mathematics degree from the University of Waterloo and a Master of Business Administration from Harvard University. He also holds the ICD.D designation from the Institute of Corporate Directors.Among other things we discussed The Gulf Canada Days, Ventures in Midstream & What Drives Value in Infrastructure.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsEnverusEnergy United Canadian Gas AssociationUpgrade LabsATB FinancialSupport the show
Greetings & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Kyla Lawson - co-founder of Stack Technologies - a technology company focused on the energy sector - based in Calgary, Alberta Canada.Stack Technologies products include Petro Ninja, the BOE Report, BOE Intel, and A.I. tool titled "Edith" - which (among other things) helps companies manage & interpret data (well & land files) through digitization, indexing and cataloging in one accessible platform.Kyla earned her Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Saskatchewan, is a co-founder of the Sports Equipment Bank, and a long time board member and supporter of KidSport Calgary.Among other things we discussed Software Tools in Energy, Tech in Calgary & Why User Interface is Essential for Business Application. Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsEnverusEnergy UnitedUpgrade LabsATB Financial Support the show
Greetings & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Jordan Zinberg - President and CEO of Bedford Park Capital - an independent investment firm located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.Mr. Zinberg has over 15 years of investment industry experience including portfolio management and trading, and has served as a director of both private and public companies. Before founding Bedford Park Capital, Mr. Zinberg was a Managing Director and Portfolio Manager at a prominent Toronto-based investment management firm. Prior to that role, Mr. Zinberg spent 7 years at one of Canada's largest investment dealers. Mr. Zinberg holds an MBA from the Schulich School of Business as well as several industry licenses and certifications. He also holds the Chartered Investment Manager designation and is a fellow of the Canadian Securities Institute. Among other things we discussed Bottom Up Stock Picking, Entrepreneurship in Alberta & Why Canadian Small-Cap Stocks Present Opportunity. Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsEnverusContango MarketingEnergy UnitedUpgrade LabsATB FinancialSupport the show
Send us a textGreetings & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Hon. Tim McMillan - partner at Garrison Strategy - a government and public relations firm that offers advice to the resource sector on government policies/regulations, along with economic/political campaign analysis.Mr.McMillan has decades of experience at senior political levels including serving as the Minister of Energy for Saskatchewan under Premier Brad Wall. In addition, Mr.McMillan served as the President of the Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers (CAPP) from 2014 - 2022. Mr. McMillan earned a bachelors degree in economics from the University of Victoria. Among other things we discussed Reading Political Tea Leaves, Social License vs. Public Acceptance & Why Advocacy is Important in a Democratic Society. Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsEnverusContango MarketingCanadian Gas AssociationUpgrade LabsATB FinancialSupport the show
Send us a textGreetings & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Mr.Jason Kenney - 18th Premier of Alberta, and former Canadian Federal Cabinet Minister. A brief history of Mr.Kenney's accomplishments & experience include:-18th Premier of Alberta from 2019 until 2022, and the leader of the United Conservative Party (UCP) from 2017 until 2022-Parliamentary secretary to Prime Minister Harper (2006-2007)-Secretary of State for Multiculturalism and Canadian Identity (2007–2008)-Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism (2008–2013)-Minister of Employment and Social Development (2013–2015)-Minister of Defence (2015)Mr. Jason Kenney received the Queen Elizabeth II Golden Jubilee Medal in 2002, the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal in 2012,and the Albertan version of the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal in 2022.Mr. Kenney is currently a senior advisor for the law firm Bennett Jones, and is a Board Member of ATCO, Fairfax India Holdings Corp, Alliance for Responsible Citizenship, SE Health, Teneo, Peoples Group, Lighthouse Voyage, Coril Holdings Ltd., & Senior Fellow at the C.D. Howe Institute.Among other things we discussed A Few Reflections on 30 Years of Federal & Provincial Politics.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsEnverusContango MarketingCanadian Gas AssociationUpgrade LabsATB FinancialSupport the show
Greetings & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Tristan Goodman - President of The Explorers and Producers Association of Canada (EPAC), a national lobby group representing Canada's top oil and gas entrepreneurs. EPAC represents over 140 member companies, who spend billions of dollars annually across Canada - directly employing more than 50,000 people in every province and territory.Mr. Goodman is a leading advocate for the Canadian energy industry with governments, regulators, the news media and general public. Mr.Goodman was Senior Vice President with one of Canada's largest energy regulators and has worked for a several multinational energy companies. Mr. Goodman holds a Ph.D.(University of Calgary), LL.M.(University of London) & LL.B.(Osgoode Law School). Among other things we discussed Provincial vs. Federal Jurisdiction, Attracting Investment Capital & What Makes Good Energy PolicyEnjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsCanada ActionEnverusContango MarketingCanadian Gas AssociationUpgrade LabsSupport the show
Greetings & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Dick Brown - President & CEO of Kathairos - a Methane reduction company based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.Kathairos technology is used by more than 55 major oil and gas producers in 17 North American shale basins, and is on track to generate $50MM in revenues by year end.To date, Kathairos has mitigated ~185,000 metric tons of CO2 equivalent emissions from our customer's operations – the equivalent of ~3MM trees planted in a single year. Mr. Brown holds a BSc. Eng. from the University of Alberta, and a Professional engineer designation. Among other things we discussed the business case for methane reduction: 185,000 tonnes of C02 & how producers can benefit.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsEnverusContango MarketingEnergy UnitedUpgrade LabsSupport the Show.
Greetings & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Jim Davidson - director of Topaz Energy, ATB Financial, the Business Council of Alberta, the Creative Destruction Lab, the Economic Futures Council of Junior Achievement, the Fraser Institute and the Modern Miracle Network. Mr. Davidson's principal occupation is a Corporate Director. Mr. Davidson co-founded FirstEnergy Capital Corp. in 1993 which became the world's premier choice for energy sector investment banking.Subsequently, Mr. Davidson was the Deputy Chairman of GMP First Energy, Canada's leading energy-focused investment bank from which he retired from his role in 2018. Mr. Davidson holds a Bachelor of Environmental Studies from the University of Waterloo and has earned the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD.D) designation.Mr. Davidson has more than 41 years of experience providing investment banking and financial services to a broad spectrum of companies in a variety of industries, most notably in the energy sector. In 2016 Mr. Davidson was inducted into the IIAC Investment Industry Hall of Fame and awarded a "Lifetime Achievement Award" by the Oil & Gas Council. Jim is also a recipient of the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal by the Governor General of Canada.Among other things we discussed An Optimistic Perspective: 40 Years of Energy Banking and a Few Lessons Learned.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsCanada ActionEnverusContango MarketingEnergy UnitedUpgrade LabsSupport the Show.
Greetings & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Ms. Geri Greenall - COO of Cascade Trading - a commodity trading platform of wholesale electricity, natural gas & environmental products. Ms. Geri Greenall was a founding member of the management team and the Chief Financial Officer of Spartan Delta Corp. from December 2019 to December 2023. Prior thereto Ms. Greenall co-founded and was a Portfolio Manager and Chief Financial Officer at Camber Capital, a fund manager offering private client and institutional fund management services. Ms. Greenall has a strong background in public equity analysis and commodity trading. Ms. Greenall is a Director of Lycos Energy, Logan Energy Corp., and former Lead Independent Director of Kelt Exploration. Ms. Greenall is also a Director of Thread Innovations Inc., a Board Member of The Explorers and Producers Association of Canada (“EPAC”), and a Governor for Hull Services.Ms. Greenall earned a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Finance from the University of Calgary and a Chartered Financial Analyst and Institute of Corporate Directors designation. Ms. Greenall also holds the FSA Level 1 Credential from the Sustainable Accounting Standards Board.Among other things we discussed Few Insights from Private Equity, Trading & Junior E&P Companies.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsCanada ActionEnverusContango MarketingEnergy UnitedUpgrade LabsSupport the Show.
Greetings & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Mark Nelson - Founder & Managing Director of Radiant Energy Group - a nuclear advisory & consulting firm based in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Mark holds an BS in Aero/Mech Engineering & Russian Literature from Oklahoma State University, M.Phil in Nuclear Engineering from Cambridge University, and has been a consultant to the clean energy industry and environmental organizations around the world.His analytical work has been covered in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and leading European papers.Among other things we discussed The Case for Nuclear Energy: Opportunities & Critiques of an Unlimited Power Source.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsEnverusContango MarketingEnergy UnitedSupport the Show.
Greetings & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Iggy Domagalski - CEO of Wajax - a TSX listed industrial company with market cap of ~$600MM. Mr. Domagalski is the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Corporation.Prior to his appointment as President and CEO of Wajax, Mr. Domagalski was the CEO of Tundra Process Solutions, which was acquired by Wajax in January 2021. Mr. Domagalski joined Tundra in 2008 and, after serving as Chief Operating Officer, was appointed CEO in 2016. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) degree from the Asper School of Business at the University of Manitoba and, in 2018, was named by BNN Bloomberg as one of Canada's Top 40 Under 40.Among other things we discussed From Refugee to CEO, $2 Billion in Revenues & Canadian Industrial Growth.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsCanada ActionEnverusContango MarketingEnergy UnitedSupport the Show.
Greetings & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Terry Etam - energy executive, best-selling author of the The End of Fossil Fuel Insanity & contributor to the boereport.com Terry's wide range of energy experience includes executive level positions , writing best selling novels & hands on experience in the field. You can find Terry's writing on the boereport.com as well as his personal website publicenergynumberone.comAmong other things we discussed 30 Bcf of Natural Gas Demand, Bee Research & Why Power Grid Redundancy is Fragile.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsCanada ActionEnverus5Q Investor RelationsContango MarketingCanadian Gas AssociationSupport the Show.
Greetings, & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Mr. Dave Burton - CEO of Lycos Energy - a TSX listed energy company with a market capitalization of ~$200 million. Mr. Burton has more than 27 years of experience in the upstream oil and gas industry in all facets of petroleum engineering work including reservoir engineering, evaluations, secondary and tertiary recovery, unconventional oil and gas, area development and acid gas projects including work on CO2 sequestration in coals. He has had numerous executive roles and been involved in founding multiple successful start up energy companies. Prior to founding Chronos, Mr. Burton was a co-founder at Raging River Exploration Inc. (“Raging River”) and Wild Stream Exploration Inc. (“Wild Stream”).Mr. Burton is a professional engineer and a member of the Alberta Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta. Mr. Burton holds degrees in Petroleum Engineering from the University of Alberta (BSc) and a Master of Engineering degree in Chemical and Petroleum Engineering from the University of Calgary.Among other things we discussed The Remington Days, Fishbone Wells & Why Horizontal Drilling is Evolving.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsCanada ActionEnverus5Q Investor RelationsPipelineonline.caSupport the Show.
Greetings, & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Mr. Chad Hayden - Founder & CEO of Galatea Technologies - a software company based in Calgary that enables field operators and truck drivers with the ability to make optimal decisions on waste, water or clean oil load - resulting in 20% savings on trucking & disposal costs. Galatea makes it easy to create digital truck tickets, manifests and shipping documents that automatically flow through field data capture and finance. Galatea's platform is used by over 50% of Canadian producers, 600 trucking companies and hundreds of disposal locations. Mr. Chad Hayden has a background in engineering, working in the field and office across North America. Prior to GT Chad was the Sales Manager for Newalta, one of Canada's largest waste disposal companies, as well as working for an oilfield trucking company. Mr. Chad Hayden holds a Petroleum Engineering Diploma from SAIT (Southern Alberta Inst. of Technology).Among other things we discussed Optimized Field Operations, Data Center Power & How Automation is Helping Energy CompaniesEnjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsGalatea TechnologiesEnverus5Q Investor RelationsSupport the Show.
Greetings, & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Mr. Maynard Holt - Founder & CEO of Veriten - an energy research, strategy and investing firm. The firm is well known for it's energy-related podcast (“Close of Business Tuesday”) and energy policy macro analysis (“SuperSpiked”), both of which are produced weekly.Maynard previously served as Chief Executive Officer of Tudor, Pickering, Holt & Co. from 2016 to 2021 and has over 27 years of experience in energy investment banking and strategic advice. A co-founder of TPH, Maynard functioned as Co-President from 2007 to 2016 and prior to joining TPH, Maynard worked at Goldman Sachs & Co. At Goldman from 1994 to 2007, Maynard worked in Leveraged / Structured Finance and was last a Managing Director in and Energy & Power / Natural Resources.Maynard launched Veriten to convene the brightest minds in and around energy in a civil, inclusive, and intellectually honest discussion to address the most pressing topics across the space. Like too many of us, he passionately believes there are better ways forward in energy and he wants to find them. Maynard is an avid classic Jeep collector and dedicated patron and supporter of youth sports and holds a BA in Economics and Russian from Rice University and a Master's in Public Policy from the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University.Among other things we discussed 27 Years of Investment Banking, Oil Demand Outlook & Why It's an Exciting Time in Energy.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsGalatea TechnologiesEnverus5Q Investor RelationsSupport the Show.
Greetings, & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Jenna Kaye - Founder & CEO of Odyssey Trust - a private North American transfer agent and trust company based in Calgary, Vancouver, Toronto, St. Paul, MN and Denver, CO.Odyssey Trust has completed ~$15 billion in transactions, for over 1300 clients, capturing ~20% of the Canadian market since inception. Mrs. Jenna Kaye is also the Co-Founder and Chair of Tetra Trust, Canada's first regulated crypto custodian, a Co-Founder of Axis Connects, a Calgary-based non-profit committed to increasing diversity on boards and in the c-suite, and a Principal of Icebook Investments, a family-run office that's focused on early-stage businesses across a wide range of industries including renewable energy, real estate and fertility. Jenna has an MBA/LLB from Dalhousie University and practiced law at a national law firm. Among other things we discussed Growing to 20% Market Share, Expanding to the USA & Trends in Capital Markets.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsGalatea TechnologiesEnverusSupport the Show.