Douglas Pigot, Executive Chairman
Mr. Pigot joined Dynetek’s Board of Directors in March 2009 and was appointed Chairman of the Board in April 2009. He was appointed Executive Chairman in February 2010 and became responsible for day-to-day operations of the Company.
Mr. Pigot brings over 35 years experience in banking, finance, capital markets advisory and general management. Prior to joining Dynetek, he was the President of CanBridge Capital Corporation. Previously, he was President and Chief Executive Officer of DC Energy Services Inc. Mr. Pigot holds a Master of Business Administration degree from the Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto, is a member of the Society of Management Accountants of Canada and is a Fellow of the Institute of Canadian Bankers.
Dr. Christian Rasche, President and Chief Executive Officer
Dr. Rasche joined the Company as Managing Director, European Operations in 2001 and played a key role in establishing the operations in Europe. Dr. Rasche was appointed to his current position in January 2007.
His credentials include: Chairman of the Working Group on composite cylinders for DIN (German Institute for Standardization), positions on CEN (European Committee for Standardization) and ISO committees for the standardization of cylinders. Prior to joining Dynetek Dr. Rasche was General Manager Composite of Mannesmann Cylinder Systems in Germany. Dr. Rasche holds a doctorate in composite materials and is a recognized expert in hydrogen storage and other compressed gases.
M. Darren Sentner, Chief Financial Officer
Mr. Sentner joined the Company in February 2010 as the CFO.
Mr. Sentner brings over 16 years of banking, financial and capital markets advisory experience. Prior to joining Dynetek, he was the Chief Financial Officer of Discovery Drilling Equipment Ltd., an international manufacturer with operations based in central Europe. Previously, he was the Chief Financial Officer of DC Energy Services Inc. Mr. Sentner received his Master of Business Administration degree from the University of British Columbia in 1993.
Michael Portmann, Vice President, Business Development and General Manager
Mr. Portmann joined Dynetek in 1996 as General Manager. He was appointed Vice President and General Manager in 2000 and to his current role in May 2008.
Mr. Portmann brings over 14 years experience in Dynetek. He is responsible for Business Development, leading our Research and Development Group and executing key contracts including developing our joint venture relationships and our OEM hydrogen partnerships.
Manfred Bartram, Vice President Production and Director of Quality and Risk Management
Mr. Bartram joined the Company in 2006 as Corporate Quality Manager. He was appointed to his current position in May 2008.
Mr. Bartram is responsible for the Operations Management in Canada including Operational Risk Management and the Corporate Quality Management. Prior to joining the Company, Mr. Bartram managed his own company, acting as an Engineering Consultant and a Lead Auditor (IRCA). Prior to that, he was the Managing Director, German Transducer Operations, for one of the world's largest manufacturers of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components.
Ken Yee, Vice President Finance and Administration
Mr. Yee joined the Company in July 2009 as Vice President Finance and Administration.
Mr. Yee brings over 17 years experience in accounting and financial management. Prior to joining the Company, he provided contract CFO assistance to Dynetek beginning in October 2008. Previous to Dynetek, Mr. Yee was the Controller of Maxim Power Corp., a TSX listed company and prior to that, he managed the financial and operational accounting functions for TCPL Midstream.
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