Speakers

In 2014, Martin launched CaSA, a company renowned for its technologies that are revolutionizing the way electricity is distributed and consumed in the residential sector. Having acquired expertise in the integration of technological and innovative concepts through working with many organizations around the world, including Cirque du Soleil, Martin made the decision to use his experience and knowledge to create and implement solutions to help solve the fundamental energy problems facing the world.... Read More

Aleks Poldma is a Professional Engineer and a Certified Energy Manager with over 5 years of experience helping industrial facilites and commercial buildings reduce energy and water consumption, become more profitable, and reduce their impact on the environment. ... Read More

Wade Keller has been Atlantic Director of Corporate Affairs for Labatt Breweries of Canada since 2009.   He is responsible for Government and Public Relations for Labatt in the region, working with other senior leaders to ensure Labatt meets its corporate social responsibility goals.   Labatt strives to be “The Best Beer Company in a Better World”.   Labatt’s Better World goals are built on three pillars: 'Responsible Use', 'Protecting the Environment', and 'Supporting Communities', while maintaining its leadership as Canada’s largest brewer.... Read More

As a Senior Analyst with the Nova Scotia Department of Energy and Mines, Karen's primary focus is efficient equipment, which includes the Energy-Efficient Appliances Regulations and the departments responsibilities under Build Smart Canada Buildings Strategy, such as energy benchmarking and labelling programs and higher efficiency standards for appliances and equipment. Prior to working for the Government of Nova Scotia, Karen worked for the Government of British Columbia mostly in financial analyst roles until she found her niche a the Ministry of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources.... Read More

Corey has more than two decades of experience leading social change organizations focused on engaging people to take action on critical environmental and social issues. Corey was previously the COO and Partner of global consulting firm, Realized Worth, a company focused on the design and implementation of corporate volunteering and giving programs. Managing the business development and operations, Corey worked with FORTUNE500 companies (including Apple, Deloitte, AT&T and SAP) around the world to engage their employees in critical and sustained community projects.... Read More

Joe Rogers is the Building Code Coordinator in the Office of the Fire Marshal. He is a licensed plumber, has a Bachelor of Applied Science from Queen’s University and is registered in Nova Scotia as a Professional Engineer. Originally from Ontario, his background includes working as a Building Official, running a contracting firm, Rogers & Associates Mechanical Contractors, working as a Senior Project Manager with Black & McDonald as well as working as a Code Advisor for almost 9 years at the Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing.... Read More

Derek joined KMKNO in May 2018 as the Mi’kmaq Energy and Mines Advisor. Here he works on crown consultation associated with energy and mineral resource development and helps advise the Assembly on energy efficiency and renewable energy opportunities. Before this, he worked with Clean Foundation as Program Coordinator of a number of renewable energy and energy efficiency initiatives, including with several Mi’kmaw communities in Nova Scotia. Derek holds a Joint Major in Biology and Business from St. FX and a Masters in Resource Management from Simon Fraser University.... Read More

Dave Fox is an environmental scientist who has worked in the oil and gas industry, brownfield and industrial site remediation and currently works with Canada’s largest food and beverage manufacturers managing Enviro-Stewards’ Applied Solutions team. Specializing in process improvement with a focus on water and food ingredient loss, Dave has implemented projects that have significantly reduced overhead costs for Enviro-Stewards' clients.... Read More

Danny has been with Labatt Brewing Company for 5 years now starting in 2015. Danny started with the company in the maintenance department looking after the planning and scheduling of maintenance on the industrial machinery. Following that he moved into a role which saw him lead the production of all aluminum canned products. For the past year Danny has been in charge of the Safety and Environmental at the brewery, ensuring adherence to both company and regulatory policies.... Read More

Kyle works with employers to help them strengthen and diversify their workforce; he is Employer Engagement Coordinator at Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia (ISANS) for the Halifax region. He has a bachelor’s degree in Public Relations and Marketing from Mount Saint Vincent University in Halifax.  Kyle is a public relations professional with extensive experience in sales promotion, project management and event planning in private and public sectors.... Read More