ONEKA TECHNOLOGIES - Key Persons
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- Manager - Simulation & Modeling - Nova Scotia
Abelkader is an experienced engineer with over 8 years' experience in modeling and simulating the interactions between fluids, structures, heat and phase changes. His academic background includes a PhD in engineering, a master's degree in modeling and simulation along with a degree in aeronautical engineering. His dedication to innovation, his commitment to ecology and his passion for meeting technical challenges make Oneka an ideal professional environment, where he draws his motivation on a daily basis.
Adrien graduated in engineering from the Ecole Centrale de Nantes and started his career in the automotive industry in France. The desire to change his environment pushed him to cross the Atlantic to enter a field looking toward the future. Passionate about embedded systems, he is responsible for the sensor instrumentation of our buoys.
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- Member of the EXECUTIVES Team
- Chief Finance & Impact Officer - Quebec
- VP Financing, Impact & Partnerships - Quebec
With over 20 years of experience in clean technology venture capital and social impact investing, Alain-Olivier brings his expertise to the strategic development and social impact financing of Oneka. Alain-Olivier's expertise in impact, sustainability, and systemic change is fully utilized in his work at Oneka, where he designs new business models and implements innovative investment tools.
Impact investor, advisor and business coach with more than 20 years of experience in the fields of Cleantech venture capital and impact investing. Alain-Olivier provides a hands-on coaching approach to entrepreneurs and managers for the creation, strategic development and the financing of start-ups and private impact funds. Alain-Olivier is passionate of designing and developing new business models and investment tools that integrate impact, sustainability, system change and life cycle thinking.
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- Architect
- Member of the ADVISORY BOARD
- Marine Technology Expert - United Kingdom
Alan is a naval architect by training and has extensive experience in the marine and renewable energy sectors. He has deployed test sites for wave energy conversion (WEC) systems as well as devices for data harvesting. He provides guidance to Oneka on maritime operations, permits, WECs, the ocean, and much more.
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- Member of the EXECUTIVES Team
- President Canada - Quebec
Alexandre is a natural-born leader with a strong background in growth strategy. He has held various positions, including executive roles, in manufacturing companies at different stages of development. As an expert in operations management, engineering, and manufacturing, he is responsible for implementing industrial processes that will enable Oneka to achieve optimal productivity and ensure the production of high-quality buoys.
Alvaro is a commercial diver and recreational diving instructor with 10 years of experience in the field. with a great passion for the sea, enthusiastic in his work and caring for the environment
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- Site Coordinator - Florida
Metallurgical engineer, with over 5 years' experience in civil construction and in managing stocks of materials, equipment and tools, which have enabled him to develop technical and operational skills in their use and maintenance. Anibal is always committed to preserving the environment and is highly motivated to work as part of a team to generate new eco-sustainable alternatives.
Antoine is a graduate in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Sherbrooke , with both a Bachelor's and Master's degree under his belt. His sharp skills in mechanical system design are effectively utilized when providing support to field teams. Passionate about clean technologies, he aspires to develop innovative products that will have an impact on future generations.
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- Human Resources Business Partner - Quebec
Ariane holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and a certificate in Professional Writing and French Language from Laval University. With over five years of experience in the field of human resources, she is drawn to the human, practical, and strategic aspects that she brings to her interventions and projects. Deeply concerned about the impacts of human activity on the environment, she is highly motivated by the opportunity to contribute to the changes brought about by Oneka Technologies through her role.
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- Hydromechanical and Modeling Analyst - Quebec
Asaad completed a master degree in Hydrodynamics for Ocean Engineering and a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering. At Oneka, Asaad creates marine modelling simulations to optimize our buoys. His multidisciplinary skills helps him pursue his passion to solve engineering problems to make the world sustainable and greener.
With a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Benoit stands out for his creativity and ability to solve complex problems. With nearly 10 years of experience in the green technology field, he has designed unique mechanical processes and equipment to transform waste into clean fuels and green chemicals. He is now dedicated to the technological development of future generations of Oneka buoys.
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- Commercial Manager - Quebec
With a degree in marketing and entrepreneurship, Camille showcases a strong expertise in brand management and business development. Versatile, she takes on multiple responsibilities within Oneka and stands out for her ability to highlight our products and services. Whether it's creating impactful communication tools or managing creative projects, she brings valuable contribution to the visibility of Oneka.
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- Administrative Technician - Quebec
Motivated by efficiency and challenges, Catherine has extensive experience in administration and plays a crucial role in Oneka's daily operations. She is primarily responsible for managing various accounting operations and administrative tasks.
Cenen holds a vocational diploma in machining techniques, as well as two specializations in CNC programming and die-forging. He has over ten years' experience in the manufacture of recreational vehicles, machining parts, and iechanicalnjection mold tooling. A lover of the environment, he finds himself in the ideal place to put all his skills to work for ONEKA, with the aim of helping to save our planet.
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- Member of the ADVISORY BOARD
- Business Development and Technologies Expert - Quebec
With a background in mechanical engineering, Colin Ryan began his career in heavy industries, including oil refining, metal processing, and pollution reduction technologies, where he worked as an operator and held positions in global marketing and sales. He has been involved as an investor, director, and senior executive in new technology companies operating in the clean technology industry.
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- Business Administrator
- Maritime Technician - Chile
David is a business administrator engineer, and studied a technical career as a mechanic. He has been working for almost 2 years in the water production field and also working with the reverse osmosis process. He is really enthusiastic about being part of the Oneka team. David loves the company's values, and aims to respect the environment on a daily basis.
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- Member of the EXECUTIVES Team
- Founder and CEO - Quebec
- Founder, Is Also Chairman of the Board - Quebec
A visionary entrepreneur, Dragan guides Oneka to further growth and success, thanks to his expertise in both human relations and engineering. He is dedicated to making a lasting impact on humanity by combining his problem-solving skills, business acumen and leadership to mobilize the right people and capital. Mechanical engineer by training, he is able to conceptualize, develop and commercialize innovative products by adapting to each target market and selecting the best partners to achieve his goals.
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- Lead Simulation and Electronics Engineer - Quebec
A graduate of the École Centrale de Nantes in engineering, Elliot possesses a deep expertise in numerical modeling and ocean engineering. His strong educational background enables him to create models and simulations of wave-related systems, skills that he applies on a daily basis in his role at Oneka. His unwavering passion for sailing and the outdoors drives him to constantly push the boundaries, exploring new perspectives to enhance marine technologies.
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- Financial Controller - Quebec
Eve is a graduate of the Université de Sherbrooke in Business Administration with a specialization in Accounting. With over five years of varied accounting experience, she excels in financial management, financial statement analysis and budget policy development. Eve joins the team to contribute to Oneka's mission by bringing her expertise to bear on the company's financial success.
Graduated in Mechanical Engineering in 2014, Gilbert possesses extensive expertise in operations and equipment management. With an excellent ability to motivate teams, he is a structured engineer with excellent planning skills. As the supervisor of the design team, he effectively coordinates the various stages of buoy development, ensuring their progress all the way to production.
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- Senior Mechanical Engineer - Nova Scotia
Jacob has a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Dalhousie University and has over eight years experience in the research and development of mechanical components for manufacturability, prototyping, and testing. Jacob has extensive practical ocean technology experience from sustainable Atlantic ocean fishing and employs this knowledge to further the design of Oneka's buoys.
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- Human Resources Coordinator - Quebec
Jacob holds a college diploma in Business Management as well as a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, specializing in Human Resources Management. Motivated to create environments where work is a positive aspect of employees' lives, he believes that productivity and well-being are one and the same. He is enthusiastic about contributing to Oneka's mission and taking on new challenges as Human Resources Coordinator.
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- Workshop Coordinator and Test Operator - Quebec
Jean began his career in the paper industry, where he gained expertise in chemical processes and production supervision. He later transitioned to the clean energy sector before becoming a vital member of Oneka Technologies. As the Operations Coordinator in Sherbrooke, Jean plays a central role in overseeing activities and being involved in testing at our global sites.
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- Mechanical Designer - Quebec
Jean-Louis has a degree in mechanical engineering and 5 years' experience in the design of mechanically welded components. He is passionate about the environment and seeks to live in balance with nature. It was with great enthusiasm that he joined the Oneka team to make a concrete impact on the current climate crisis.
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- Mechanical Engineer
- Product Manager - Quebec
Jean-Luc is a mechanical engineer with over 5 years of experience in design, product development, and field testing. He has played a crucial role in the sea trials of several buoys developed by Oneka, gaining solid hands-on expertise. While overseeing the IceCube team, Jean-Luc specializes in hydraulic pump design, structural validation, and production processes.
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- Field Service Technician - Florida
As a certified USCG 25-ton Captain with several hundred hours on the water, Jesus is primarily responsible for maritime operations at our Florida site. With experience in various fields such as mechanics, carpentry, plumbing, and more, he manages maintenance and assists in the deployment of our buoys.
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- Engineer
- Lead Engineer and Subject Matter Expert - Quebec
With over 10 years of experience and a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Joel is a highly skilled engineer who excels in solving extremely complex problems. With a forward-thinking vision, Joel makes a significant contribution to the advancement of Oneka's technologies through his work in management, design, and involvement in all stages of the development of our buoys and their subsystems.
Jonathan has completed a master's in electrical engineering and is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in the same discipline. Specialized in embedded electronic systems design and high-speed printed circuits, Jonathan brings strong expertise and experience to Oneka. As part of the team, he has already designed multiple data acquisition systems for buoys and participated in the design of highly reliable electronic systems.
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- Senior Mechanical Engineer - Nova Scotia
Jordan graduated from Dalhousie University with a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and has dedicated his career to designing products for defence and ocean technology applications. A problem-solver by nature, he thrives on learning and embracing new challenges. With a profound passion for sustainability, Jordan aims to utilize his expertise to support Oneka in addressing the global freshwater crisis and expanding capabilities across Atlantic Canada.
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- Mechanical Designer - Quebec
Justin graduated from the Université de Sherbrooke with a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering. Justin has experience in mechanical design and energy efficiency. He is passionate about sustainable development and innovation. His interests and values motivated him to join the Oneka team and become an agent of change in the current environmental situation.
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- Field Service Specialist - Quebec
With a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and a passion for water sustainability, Katie came to Quebec from the US to contribute to Oneka's impact. After two years with the innovation design team, she was inspired to dive into a field service role where she is responsible for the installation, startup, and commissioning of Oneka's buoys across the globe.
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- Board Member - Nova Scotia
In addition to her senior management role at Invest Nova Scotia, Lidija Marušić manages a thriving portfolio of companies and fosters the commercialization of new medical innovations by guiding researchers and emerging start-up founders. She is also a board member at Audioptics Medical, Axem Neurotechnology, Emagix, CVCA and BioNova.
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- Finance Director - Quebec
With over 30 years of experience, including more than 12 years internationally, Louis is responsible for the development, implementation, and optimization of financial procedures at Oneka. With a strong team spirit and a passion for process improvement, he has extensive experience in various industries, including industrial manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and food.
Certified commercial diver with 15 years of experience and thousands of dives under his belt, Marcos worked as a project leader in various maritime construction projects for 10 years. In addition to his professional interests, he is a passionate diver who loves the sea. It is precisely to reconcile his passion for diving with his commitment to the environment that he chose to join Oneka's team.
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- Coordinator, Marketing & Communication - Quebec
With over 8 years' experience in marketing and graphic design, Marie-Cécile is creative, efficient and motivated by challenges. Whether in content creation, web marketing or design, she stands out for her originality and dynamism. She is deeply moved by the state of the planet and sees a rare opportunity at Oneka to participate in the changes towards a healthier environment.
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- Marine Technology Expert - United Kingdom
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- Member of the ADVISORY BOARD
- Business Development Advisor - California
Highly committed to the water industry, Mark has a strong expertise in the fields of water and environment. He specializes in strategic planning and acquisitions in clean energy markets, both in developed and emerging markets. His commitment and skills make him a key player in the desalination field in California.
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- Marine Technician
- Maritime Technician - Florida
Michael is a marine technician with a strong connection to the water, as he dives and fishes in his spare time. With a passion for clean energy and a background in manual labor such as mechanics and carpentry, Michael is more than motivated to contribute to Oneka's mission.
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- Continuous Improvement Specialist - Quebec
Mylène, holding a textile engineering degree, brings extensive experience in continuous process improvement and production oversight. Her dedication to environmental sustainability propels her excitement at Oneka, where she passionately contributes to delivering daily high-quality, sustainable products, fostering a greener future.
Job Titles:
- Leader
- Senior Project Manager - Nova Scotia
Nabil is an accomplished leader with many years working in project management, engineering, and offshore operations. He has a degree in mechanical engineering and a master's degree in Offshore Technology, and has managed projects across various locations in South East Asia, Middle East, and Nova Scotia in the marine energy sector. His focus is to lead the deployment and execution of Oneka's projects and to contribute in providing sustainable solutions.
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- Accounting Clerk - Quebec
With over 20 years' experience in teaching accounting and auditing, tax accounting, financial analysis and financial statements, Natalia joins the Oneka team as an accounting clerk. She supports the accounting activities in our growth phase by performing data entry, supporting the various grant and funding applications as well as contributing to the implementation and process design of the ERP system.
Job Titles:
- Mechanical Designer - Quebec
Nathan graduated from the Université de Sherbrooke with a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering. His interests in hydraulics, manufacturing and the environment motivated him to join the Oneka team as a mechanical designer, first as an intern and then as a graduate.
Paskal specialized in ocean engineering and material mechanics at École Centrale de Nantes. Hailing from France, his expertise in data analysis enables him to optimize the processing of raw data from Oneka's buoys, allowing the team to improve their processes.
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- Mechanical Designer - Quebec
After obtaining a Bachelor's degree in automation and gaining various professional experiences in the transportation industry, Paul developed a strong interest in sustainable and environmentally friendly solutions. This interest led him to join Oneka, where he applies his skills in mechanical engineering, programming, and electronics to the continuous improvement of buoys and design methods.
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- Member of the ADVISORY BOARD
- Operations and Product Development Expert - British Columbia
Peter has accumulated valuable experience within startups, thus showcasing an impressive track record in terms of growth, particularly with Endurance. With a background in mechanical engineering, he brings insightful expertise to Oneka on best practices, processes, and operations in the clean technology field, as well as manufacturing.
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- Member of the ADVISORY BOARD
- Impact and Project Financing Expert - Quebec
Pierre has extensive experience in economics, finance and investment. He has worked for over 35 years in leading organizations in Europe, Canada and emerging markets. At Oneka, he contributes to the creation of an adapted, flexible and optimized financing strategy to support Oneka's growth, and is particularly involved in project financing.
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- Project Manager - Project Execution - Quebec
Ricky is a seasoned project professional with over 10 years of experience in project management in construction and environmental consulting. His experience, combined with his bachelor's degree in geography and passion for sustainability have led him to Oneka where he executes on the startup of new sites internationally
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- Mechanical Designer - Quebec
Graduate from École Centrale de Nantes, Serena is known for her acute sense of analysis. She brings her expertise to the development of various components and the design of the structure for the Glacier-class buoy. With her experience in analytical calculations, she greatly contributes to the success of her team and Oneka through her forward-thinking mindset and attention to detail.
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- HR Committee Lead - Quebec
Business executive with over 30 years of experience in business development, strategic planning in technology and service industries. Lead numerous strategic initiatives in business planning, IT transformation and leadership.
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- Member of the EXECUTIVES Team
- Chief Commercial Officer - Florida
Veteran of the desalination industry, Shawn brings to Oneka outstanding skills and deep knowledge of the water and renewable energy sectors. With over 25 years of experience, he brought hundreds of projects to successful completion in over 65 countries. Leading Oneka's business development and commercial growth strategy, he is heading commercial efforts in the transition from a product development company to a worldwide service provider while ensuring customer satisfaction.
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- Member of the EXECUTIVES Team
- Chief Innovation Officer - Quebec
Susan has spent over twenty years in the ocean sector working in product development and innovation portfolio leadership roles across large companies, startups and industry-led nonprofits. She was the founding Chief Technology Officer of Canada's Ocean Supercluster, and has gained diverse ocean expertise commercializing solutions across the offshore energy, marine safety, and boating industries. Here at Oneka, she provides oversight on all new innovation development projects and manages multiple teams to ensure our company's growth and success.
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- Shipping and Receiving Clerk - Quebec
In addition to a DEP in computer science, Toby has extensive experience in logistics in the manufacturing sector. Sharing the same values as the company, Toby is ready to put his acquired skills to good use and is highly motivated by the idea of contributing to Oneka's mission.
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- Member of the EXECUTIVES Team
- Chief Operating Officer - Georgia
Trent is a performance-driven leader with 29 years' of comprehensive achievements across management, strategic planning, technical business development, corporate safety management and facility operations in the water treatment industry. He is an analytical decision-maker with extensive experience in designing, constructing, commissioning and managing water treatment facilities and has an in-depth water treatment technology understanding. He assists Oneka with project execution, commissioning and long term operations.
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- Electrical Engineering Technician - Québec
Tristan, an electrical engineering graduate from Cégep de Sherbrooke, has 2 years' experience as an agricultural mechanic. His combined passion for mechanics and electronics has cultivated an analytical mind and problem-solving skills. As an electrical engineering technician, Tristan plays an essential role in Oneka's key projects. For him, sharing his skills with a company that shares his values, notably the development of clean energy, is of paramount importance.
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- Mechanical Designer - Quebec
Graduated from École Centrale de Nantes in France, Victor possesses extensive expertise in the field of design, covering a wide range of skills ranging from coding to hydraulics. At Oneka, Victor applies his know-how by designing various subsystems for our buoys, while ensuring their efficiency optimization.
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- Mechanical Design Engineer from PEI
- Mechanical Engineer in System Design & Innovation - Nova Scotia
Will is a mechanical design engineer from PEI who has joined the Oneka team to contribute to the development of innovative and emergent green technologies. Having graduated from Dalhousie University with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, he has gained experience in a variety of industries throughout the Maritimes. Will is responsible for the ongoing development of Oneka's testing and design initiatives in Eastern Canada.
Williams is an industrial mechanic by trade with 13 years of experience in desalination plants, assembly, and commissioning. Living in Chile, a country greatly affected by water scarcity, he is particularly motivated by Oneka's mission, both personally and professionally.
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- Senior Mechanical Engineer - Quebec
In addition to his Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Yannick has several years of experience in R&D, during which he participated in the development of a variety of products. At Oneka, he designs various components for our buoys and carries out energy optimization calculations for their hydraulic systems.
With a master's degree in biomedical engineering from Polytechnique Montréal and a bachelor's degree in biochemistry from Université de Sherbrooke, Éric Mercier-Laporte is passionate about contributing to a positive environmental impact and solving complex scientific problems related to sustainable development. At Oneka, he is involved in identifying and developing methodologies, protocols and environmental and social impact measurements for desalination buoys.