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Corvus Energy is a manufacturer and integrator of energy solutions based on Lithium technology for commercial and high power applications. Corvus has developed and manufactures state of the art high power lithium battery systems for heavy industrial applications. With a major focus on the marine industry, Corvus has delivered megawatt battery systems for the industry, including the worlds largest hybrid systems in marine vessels, including super ferries, tugboats and super yachts.- Together with the CEO and an amazing team, grew the company from sales of 100k in its first year of operations to over $20m by year four.- Helped raised over $18m of invest during this time frame.- Grew the company from 18 employees to 75+ employees and operations in US, Europe and Asia.- Implemented finance, accounting and manufacturing systems based on Netsuite cloud based systems allowing for global expansion and consolidation.- Key executive responsible for implementing business processes, strategy, budgeting and ongoing tracking and improvement initiatives.- As part of the team at Corvus, saw the company recognized by local, national and international organizations. These included best new innovator in the industry, top manufacturer, leading new cleantech technology to name a few.

Provided the strategic vision, leadership and financial expertise required to transition this start-up technology company into a profit generating business venture. Drove infrastructure development, operational efficiency and fiscal value as a member of the executive committee and senior management team. Grew the company from less than 20 to over 70 employees. Annual Revenues: to $5M. • Was instrumental in recruiting and mentoring key management personnel, building a performance driven culture and positioning the company for long-term development and growth• Was recognized by Canadian Business Magazine as one of the 50 Best Places to Work (2006 and 2007)• Developed and led business strategy, process implementation, accounting systems, budgeting, annual business planning, legal and contract preparation, SR&ED claims ($4.1M) and human resource practices• Worked closely with the CEO on business development strategy and execution which culminated in the acquisition of several long-term contracts; participated in negotiating the sale of the company in 2007

Was recruited to lead the development and deployment of the BC Information Technology practice with focus on positioning PwC as the industry leader in Internet consulting services. Envisioned and charted e-business strategy for the organization and was instrumental in conducting senior level speaking engagements to communicate the key drivers and value proposition of adopting e-business technologies. • Founding Member of the PwC Canada e-business taskforce and e-business SWOT team• National Leader of e-business with the PwC Oracle practice and e-business liaison across North America• Developed e-business strategies for a number of key clients and business partners• Worked with a number of dotcom start-up companies and acted as a strategic advisor in the areas of opportunity analysis, business modeling, strategic planning and financing

Contracted with this Crown Corporation in order to advise the CEO, CFO and management committee on issues related to the creation and executing of an effective IT strategy as well as the ongoing tactical role of the Information Services Department. Key areas of focus included providing solutions to accurately track program expenditures ($2B) and ensure requests for funding were properly analyzed, authorized and monitored

Appointed to develop and implement an IT strategy that aligned with enterprise objectives and created value in leveraging key performance metrics as the company grew from 325 (1991) to 500 (1997) corporate and franchised locations. Accelerated the organizations ability to gather and interpret operating results, evaluate performance and make strategic decisions. • Played a key role in defining the vision and direction of corporate, restaurant and franchise strategies as a member of the Corporate Executive and Strategy Committee; annual revenues encompassed $320M• Pioneered an industry leading redesign of the franchise management model through introducing a web-based franchise extranet and operational management system that drastically reduced costs and improved profits• Managed and directed the daily operations of the Information Services team; maintained bottom-line accountability for annual budgeting, system procurement, project execution and strategic vendor relationships

This newly created position involved directing all fiduciary aspects of corporate accounting and finance as well as analyzing opportunities and identifying methods to minimize risk as the company undertook significant new business development and capital investment projects. Developed a 10 year strategic forecast to support expansion from 225 restaurants (1984) to 325 locations (1991).

Mba, International Management

Cma

Alberta Gold Medal - Top Graduate National Plaque Award - Top 3 nationally