RIINO Inc. is Changing the way we mine™ with zero-emission rail transportation for open-pit and underground mining operations globally. This fully electric rail technology is designed to deliver a green mining solution that allows for a safe, efficient, autonomous and low carbon mining solution. Not only, as an alternative to conventional rock haulage equipment, RIINO provides many improved benefits including simple and quick constructability, high-speed operation and significantly lowers overall project CAPEX and OPEX.This provides mining companies the opportunity to reach the goal of Net-Zero Mining with the additional benefits of mining reserved ore bodies and currently unfeasible projects globally, in addition to allowing existing operational mines to produce at higher profitability. RIINO is leading change to the mining industry.

Li-Metal (CSE:LIM)(OTCQB:LIMFF)(FSE:5ZO) is a Canadian-based vertically integrated battery materials company and innovator commercializing technologies to enable next-generation batteries for electric vehicles and other applications. We believe our patented lithium metal technology, next-generation battery anode technology and production methods are significantly more sustainable than existing solutions and offer lighter, more energy-dense and safer batteries. Li-Metal's battery materials support battery developers' ability to power more cost-effective electric vehicles that go farther and unlock the future of transportation. For more information, visit: www.li-metal.com.

ion8 is a team of experts that work together to positively charge businesses of any size through cloud technology, strategic marketing, thoughtful design, seamless integrations, and continuous process improvements. We maintain authenticity, quality, and transparency in all interactions and are committed to being a long-term partner with our clients.

As a Portfolio CFO, I work with clients who need the skill-set of a senior CFO but don’t require a full-time resource. I work with clients to build strong finance functions, scale faster, prepare business for exit, raise financing, and improve cash flow or whatever the specific needs of the client require. As a former Big 4 Management Consulting and Corporate Finance Partner, I have extensive experience in assisting a variety of clients to achieve profitable growth, control costs and attain superior financial performance. As a CFO for a variety of public and private companies, I also have the hands on experience of doing the hard work necessary to achieve results and improve performance.

Markham District Energy is a thermal energy utility owned by the City of Markham. It is the only municipally owned district energy utility in Canada to have two systems operating within the same municipal border. Not only is Markham District Energy the fastest growing district energy utility in Canada, but it has become a leading example for new district energy system development. In 2013, Markham District Energy received the International District Energy Association’s System of the Year Award, the highest honour the association can confer on a district energy system.Markham District Energy focuses on providing reliable, efficient, cost-competitive energy services while playing an important role in the City of Markham supporting economic growth, sustainable living and emergency preparedness.

Appointed to Global Affairs Canada (formerly Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development), Clean Technology Advisory Group to provide advice to the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service and Global Affairs Canada on a range of issues concerning Canada's Clean Technology industry.

Brought in to provide financial leadership and operational oversight for this clean tech manufacturing company. A Canadian public company (TSX:EFL) (OTCQB:EFLVF) Electrovaya Inc. is a pioneering leader in the global energy transformation, focused on contributing to the prevention of climate change by supplying the safest and longest-lasting lithium-ion batteries. Directly responsible for all financial matters, investor relations, treasury management, risk mitigation and operational oversight.Achievements:Oversaw private placement of equity, warrants, debt refinancing, implementation of bank credit facility, placement of convertible debentures and introduction of equity line financing facility for total access to capital in excess of CDN $50 million.Responsible for the successful filing of USD $100 million base shelf prospectusResponsible for listing on the US OTC and filing of initial application for listing on NASDAQ Involved with key customer and supplier relations including development of key contracts and agreements.Responsible for regulatory and legal oversight including discussions and documentation of settlement agreements, working with legal counsel to prepare and file court documents and various regulatory filings.

Developed and implemented a strategic plan to identify, acquire and increase value of a portfolio of commercial and multi-unit residential real estate assets. Oversaw the operation of key investments in the hospitality and technology start-up sectors. Focused on increasing value through prudent investment, cost management and revenue growth. Realized significant gains on disposition of key assets.

Provided leadership and financial focus for this operator of the world’s largest commercial satellite network. This privately held company had acquired the assets from one of the largest bankruptcies in US history. Brought in along with CEO to lead a turnaround and lay strategic foundation for growth. Reporting directly to the CEO/Chairman and Board of Directors. Played a key leadership role in developing and executing a strategy for focused growth. Directly responsible for all financial matters as well as an operational oversight role.Achievements: 2004 increased subscribers 23% & revenue 24%.2005 increased subscribers 24% & revenue 54%.Led company from a net loss & negative EBITDA in 2003 to first substantial profits & strongly positive EBITDA in 2005.Refinanced US$100 million credit facility reducing carrying costs by over 60%.Led, along with CEO, merger negotiations with a number of major operators in the satellite industry after reviewing bids and in light of the substantial financial turnaround a decision was made to pursue an IPO strategy which was completed in 2008.

Brought in to provide financial leadership for this global leader in the remote satellite communications industry, a Canadian public company (TSX: SGB). Reported directly to the CEO and Board of Directors. As a key member of the leadership team played an instrumental role in developing and executing strategy for profitable growth. Provided leadership and financial focus during a period of high growth as the company was named the fastest growing technology company in Canada and sixth in North America by Deloitte & Touche for 2001. Directly responsible for all financial matters, investor relations, treasury management and internal IT systems. Achievements:Oversaw integration of 4 international acquisitions totaling approximately US$350 million.Increased revenue by 37% from US$289 million in 2001 to US$397 million in 2003.Increased EBITDA by 41% from US$63 million in 2001 to US$89 million in 2003.Led company from a net loss of US$23 million in 2001 to US$38 million profit in 2003.Led US$92 million primary public equity issue & CDN $340 million secondary public equity issue.Amended US$380 million credit facility to reduce carrying cost & increase financial flexibility.Deleveraged balance sheet from debt:12 month trailing EBITDA of over 5:1 to 1.6:1.

Brought in to put in place sound financial controls and reporting systems for this global leader in secure electronic financial transaction processing, a US public company (NASDAQ:EEFT) named the second fastest growing technology company in North America by Deloitte & Touche for 2000. Reported directly to the CEO/Chairman and Board of Directors. Directly responsible for all financial areas including treasury, taxation, investor relations, SEC reporting, mergers and acquisitions, and debt and equity financing for the Company's US parent and seventeen international subsidiaries.Achievements:Increased transactions processed by 106% from 33 million in 1999 to 68 million in 2001.Increased revenue by 56% from US$41 million in 1999 to US$64 million in 2001.Oversaw private placement of equity, debt repurchase program, foreign currency hedging strategy for 150 million Deutsche Mark denominated public debt and implementation of credit facility.Responsible for introduction of corporate financial planning, treasury management, budgeting and strategic decision support necessary to ensure the execution of a strategy for rapid expansion and development toward profitable operations through both acquisition and organic growth.

Principal Accounting Officer, Treasurer and Controller for this competitive local exchange company (‘CLEC’), a US public company (AMEX:HTC) which invested US$300 million in the buildout of five CLEC’s concession areas as a result of the deregulation of the state-held Hungarian telecom monopoly. Reported directly to the CEO/President and Board of Directors as no CFO was in place. Provided financial leadership as the Company’s senior financial executive. Responsible for all financial related areas including treasury, SEC reporting and financial management and control of the parent and five operating subsidiaries.Achievements:Introduced US GAAP financial reporting systems and centralisation of treasury and funding activities to support operating and capex investment of US$300 million.Increased landlines by 704% from 23,000 landlines in 1995 to 185,000 landlines in 1998.Increased revenue 875% from US$4 million revenue in 1995 to US$39 million in 1998.Led turnaround in EBITDA from negative US$16 million in 1995 to positive US$17 million in 1998. Oversaw development of an offering memorandum, bond rating agency presentation materials and negotiation with underwriters for US$200 million bond offering which resulted in alternative funding of US$170 million bank facility and US$45 million vendor credit facility with preferable terms and conditions.

Partner in Charge of a full service Management Consulting and Corporate Finance practice including: information technology; strategic services; financial management; and, mergers and acquisitions. Also responsible for selection and implementation of practice management system and financial management including introduction of systems for financial reporting, budgeting and cash control.

Management Consulting Partner responsible for building a full service consulting practice which included financial management consulting, information technology consulting and strategic services. Also responsible for the introduction and management of a software subsidiary developing and marketing nationally a full suite of vertically integrated taxation and EDI software.