Chad is a professional engineer with over 27 years' experience in the Energy sector and is founder and principal consultant of Angler Solutions Inc. and is responsible for charting the course of the company forward in support of the Energy Transition.

Chad is currently executing projects related to emissions reductions in the energy sector including offshore electrification, onshore/offshore renewables, blue and green hydrogen, carbon capture & storage (CCS), marine decarbonization, digitalization and ocean technology. Chad has worked in various capacities both locally and internationally, providing technical and project management expertise in the areas of subsea/offshore construction, concept field development and selection, feasibility assessments, front end engineering design and detailed analysis. Chad was a co-founding principal & director of Frontier Subsea Inc. and has held senior consulting positions with local Oil & Gas operators and associated research entities involved in developing and evaluating full field development concepts in support of the strategic monetization of Oil & Gas resources on the East Coast of Canada and Frontier/Arctic regions.

Chad has a wide variety of project exposure ranging from small grass roots to multibillion-dollar offshore Oil & Gas developments with specialist expertise in R&D, technological innovation, techno-economic analysis, stakeholder engagement, and a broad range of skillsets in support of early phase project framing and development. Chad’s previous and current positions have led to extensive interaction with industry, R&D funding institutions, government agencies, regulatory & certifying authorities, Tier 1 contractors and academia through direct management of R&D technology initiatives and participation in R&D joint industry projects (JIP’s). Chad holds aBachelor of Engineering degree (1996) in Civil Engineering from Memorial University and a Master of Engineering degree (2007), also from Memorial University, in Ocean & Naval Architectural Engineering. Chad is a registered professional engineer with PEGNL (Professional Engineers & Geoscientists Newfoundland and Labrador).

Pamela is a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with over 25 years’ experience in the Energy industry and is the Operations Manager of Angler Solutions. Pamela has worked in various capacities providing technical and project management expertise in the areas of subsea and offshore construction, feasibility assessments, front end engineering design, and inspection, repair, and maintenance (IRM) scopes. Pamela has a wide variety of project exposure ranging from small studies for engineering support services to design and commissioning for multibillion-dollar offshore Oil and Gas developments. Pamela also has experience in tender and proposal preparation and ISO 9001:2015 quality auditing.

Pamela recently executed projects related to the development of a local Subsea Centre of Excellence and for almost two decades she held various positions with Oil & Gas operators involved in design, fabrication, installation, commissioning, inspection, and maintenance for subsea projects both locally and internationally. Pamela also worked with an international marine shipping company as a field service engineer where she gained commissioning and maintenance experience for instrumentation and control projects. These positions also provided significant field experience both onshore at fabricators and mobilization sites, and offshore on construction vessels, dive support vessels, anchor handling vessels, and offshore production facilities. Pamela has integrated engineering, quality, and management skills to make significant contributions in multiple lead and management roles in the Energy industry. Pamela holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree (1999) in Ocean and Naval Architectural Engineering from Memorial University and is a registered professional engineer with PEGNL (Professional Engineers & Geoscientists Newfoundland and Labrador).

Chad is a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) and Project Management Professional (PMP) with over ten years of experience in Innovation, Project Management, and Petroleum Engineering. With a focus on reducing emissions, costs, and enhancing revenue, he has made significant contributions to technology development within the energy sector. At major Canadian energy operators, Chad played a key role in collaborative initiatives such as 'Pathways to Net Zero' and the 'Canadian Oil Sands Industry Alliance'.

Chad’s expertise in dynamic modelling and probabilistic uncertainty has been vital in advancing offshore energy projects in Atlantic Canada. As Reservoir Engineer and Qualified Reserves Evaluator for various large scale offshore development projects, Chad has demonstrated significant technical and business acumen throughout his career. His blend of in-depth knowledge of complex energy projects and strong project management skills establish him as a key technical leader in the renewable energy and ocean technology sectors. Chad holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree (2014) in Mechanical Engineering from Memorial University and a Master of Engineering degree (2021) in Oil & Gas from Memorial University. Chad is a registered professional engineer with Professional Engineers & Geoscientists Newfoundland and Labrador.

Bill Donovan brings over 25 years of diverse financial and project management experience to his role as Senior Manager, Strategy & Growth at Angler Solutions Inc. His professional journey includes significant roles at Kraken Robotic Systems Inc. as Vice President and earlier as Senior Program Manager, where he notably led the $20M OceanVision R&D project in collaboration with industry, government, and academic partners. Prior to that, Bill honed his skills in strategic project management and financial oversight at the Research and Development Corporation and the Business Development Bank of Canada. His expertise encompasses strategic planning, problem-solving, proposal writing, and building robust partnerships across various industries including offshore oil and gas, energy, and fisheries. Bill holds a Business Administration diploma with Honours from the College of the North Atlantic, and he maintains a strong commitment to the local community through several volunteer roles in local sports and community organizations.

Peter is Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) with 15 years of experience providing expertise in techno-economic modelling of wind energy and energy storage technologies, decarbonization, renewable energy generations, distribution and transmission network assessment, energy systems optimization, computational fluid dynamics simulation and analysis, product design and manufacturing, and project management. Peter earned his Ph.D. degree (2021) in Mechanical Engineering from Memorial University of Newfoundland and holds a master’s degree (2015) in Renewable Energy from Newcastle University, United Kingdom. Peter has engaged in several research and development projects involving renewable energy development, energy transition, energy systems optimization, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) modelling.

Throughout his career, Peter has made significant contributions to the energy industry. He played a vital role in developing a viable clean energy management product. His work in techno-economic modeling has aided the integration of wind energy and energy storage technologies, leading to more efficient and cost-effective ways of optimizing renewable energy systems. Peter has also implemented decarbonization initiatives, resulting in the quantification and capture of carbon emissions. His involvement in distribution and transmission network assessments has led to improved grid connection processes. Additionally, his Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations have provided valuable insights for product design and manufacturing, driving innovation in the clean energy industry. Peter is currently registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with the Professional Engineers and Geoscientists Newfoundland & Labrador (PEGNL).

Kyle is aProfessional Engineer (P.Eng.) with nearly 30 years’ experience working in Electrical Power Systems. Kyle's technical and project management expertise in high-voltage transmission includes a wide variety of projects ranging from small scale capital and maintenance projects to management of a highly complex multi-billion-dollar transmission project, including ac voltages up to 735 kV and dc voltages at ±350 kV. Kyle's experience includes all aspects of transmission system development, including concept analysis and selection, budget and schedule development and management, technical design (structures, foundations, equipment, and line routing and design) and management of engineering design activity and materials procurement, environmental assessment including public and stakeholder consultation, development and management of regulatory approval applications and reporting, construction management and commissioning. Kyle has experience in management of terminal station expansion projects (air and gas insulated) up to 230 kV. Kyle also has experience in the operation of other forms of power generation technology, including remote prime power diesel systems, hydroelectric systems, and gas turbines, and is expanding his knowledge into wind turbines and other energy storage systems.

Kyle holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree (1995) in Civil Engineering from Memorial University and a Master of Engineering degree (2007), also from Memorial University, in Transmission System Structural Dynamics. Kyle is a registered professional engineer with PEGNL (Professional Engineers &Geoscientists Newfoundland and Labrador).

Kevin has over 28 years’ experience in the energy industry and has worked with large Oil & Gas and Energy companies. He obtained substantial technical, business and project experience related to oil and gas upstream and midstream assets located onshore Western Canada and offshore Eastern Canada. Kevin has strong skills in business planning and development, techno-economic analysis, project feasibility analysis, and early phase project development. From 2005 to 2019, Kevin worked in St. John’s with an offshore operator, in business planning for four years followed by ten years in the project pre-developments group. He focused on analyzing field development alternatives progressing through concept selection and subsequently to Final Investment Decisions on multi-billion-dollar projects.  

Kevin holds a B.Sc. in Petroleum Engineering from the University of Alberta and an MBA from the Ivey Business School at theUniversity of Western Ontario. To complement his strong economic and financial analysis skills, Kevin earned the CFA Charter and is a member of the CFA Institute. Kevin is a member of SPE (Society of Petroleum Engineers) and he is a registered professional engineer with PEGNL (Professional Engineers & Geoscientists Newfoundland and Labrador).

In the past 24 years Terry has been practicing engineering and executing projects in numerous roles. His experience includes working for various companies and roles including with an offshore wind farm developer, a large integrated energy company, an EPCI company, a shipyard, engineering consultants, and in subsea construction. Terry has abroad understanding of heavy industry and large construction projects and has considerable experience, technical knowledge, and depth of expertise in project management for engineering and fabrication, interface management and coordination of contractors, as an owners’ representative at fabrication sites, field engineering on a construction vessel, structural design and analysis, vessel and site surveys. Terry has also travelled extensively and worked in many international locations.

Kevin is an Engineer-in-Training with experience in the energy industry and is a Project Engineer-in-Training with Angler Solutions. Kevin has worked in various project management roles, ranging from on-site construction and client representative work to renewable energy and marine settings. With a diverse skill set, Kevin has been previously involved in project planning, feasibility assessments, research and development, project logistics, and marine green transition studies. Kevin has recently supported activities related to a local Subsea Centre of Excellence, where he gained invaluable experience in project planning with subsea assets, project execution, and developing/maintaining project documents.

Kevin's previous experience also included various work terms involved in the global GHG reduction objectives, where he gained experience in energy and project development activities, project interface reporting, and research and development. Kevin has acquired a tangible amount of project management experience in his young career which can be deployed to have an immediate and positive impact in sectors such as renewable energy, new technology, and Oil and Gas. Kevin holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree (2023) in Ocean and Naval Architectural Engineering from Memorial University of Newfoundland and is a registered Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T.) with PEGNL (Professional Engineers & Geoscientists Newfoundland and Labrador).

Grace is an Energy Systems Engineer-in-Training (EIT) with a robust background in Earth Sciences and an emerging career in the energy sector. Joining Angler Solutions, Grace brings extensive knowledge and experience from project exploration and development. This includes a diverse skill set in subsurface analysis, identifying market opportunities for low-carbon solutions, and specialized expertise in seismic interpretation, petrophysics, and STOIIP analysis, especially within the complex geological contexts of the Jeanne d'Arc, Central Ridge, and Flemish Pass basins.

Grace's research focus on deepwater architectures and basin evolution, particularly in the Pre-Cambrian Mistaken Point Formation, highlights a commitment to advancing scientific knowledge within Newfoundland. Additionally, Grace has enriched the academic and professional communities through teaching engagements covering micro-analysis and executing fieldwork globally, showcasing a broad skill set and passion for education.

With a strong inclination towards promoting women in engineering, advocating for new technology adoption, and advancing green energy initiatives, Grace is poised to make a significant impact in the engineering and energy sectors. Grace holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) degree in Geological Engineering from Universitas Trisakti Indonesia (2020) and a Master of Sciences (M.Sc.) in Earth Sciences from Memorial University of Newfoundland (2024).

Positioned at the forefront of sustainable energy solutions, Grace is set to bring innovative approaches and fresh insights to Angler Solutions.

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Rick is a marine operations specialist with over 25 years’ experience in the maritime, marine post- secondary education and energy industries. Rick has worked in various capacities both locally and internationally, providing operational, technical and project management expertise for key operations related to emissions reductions, operational efficiency, ice threat risk reduction, and emergency response.  His experience and skills are transferable to identifying and evaluating prospects related to energy transition and renewable project opportunities. More specifically, Rick has experience managing a fuel consumption/emissions reduction project including developing a vision and creating a staged approach to reduce fuel consumption and emissions on offshore supply vessels.

Rick’s success in project management is directly related to his experience operating offshore supply vessels, managing offshore supply vessel operations, providing technical advice for offshore oil and gas operations, project management of key R&D projects, site acceptance of a marine navigation training simulator and training mariners in a full mission simulation environment.

Calvin (Cal) has 48years’ experience working on the geotechnical aspects of construction projects both as an investigator and construction manager. Cal’s technical expertise and broad experience on numerous construction projects includes all aspects of foundation investigations, slope stability, and geotechnical design recommendations. These projects include communications towers, mines both developing and shutting down, roadways, proposed wind farms, transmission lines, near shore marine infrastructure, and hydroelectric projects. Cal is a graduate of the College of the North Atlantic and Memorial University of Newfoundland. Cal is a registered professional geoscientist with PEGNL (Professional Engineers & Geoscientists Newfoundland and Labrador).

George is an experienced Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) and MBA graduate, specializing in strategic project evaluation. Holding a Mechanical Engineering degree (1978) from the Technical University of Nova Scotia and an MBA (1988) from the University of Western Ontario, he boasts 42 years of diverse experience.  

During his 30-year tenure working with government agencies, George played a key role in forging partnerships, implementing business strategies, and securing over $200 million in project funding. During his one-year secondment with an ocean specific funding agency, George also successfully secured $15 million in financing for innovation projects. George's technical expertise in energy management spans decades, covering various sustainable projects. His contributions to the sector involved evaluating major innovation projects, mentoring clients, and negotiating agreements, showcasing a keen focus on alternate energy as an advisor to the Atlantic Energy Office Policy Committee. In his consulting engineer role, George managed projects for energy conservation, featuring innovative solutions like waste-water heat recovery and energy saving solutions. Currently supporting Angler-led decarbonization projects, George's wealth of experience, technical acumen, and strategic vision position him as a leader in advancing green energy initiatives.