Nannette Ho-Covernton is dedicated to advancing sustainable energy solutions while fostering collaboration and inclusivity in the energy sector. As the Executive Director of the Energy Transition Centre, Nannette is passionate about supporting innovative technologies that empower communities to transition towards more resilient energy systems. With a longstanding dedication to supporting women in STEM, she has actively championed initiatives that create opportunities for underrepresented groups in science and technology. Her volunteer work on various post-secondary education committees reflects her belief in the transformative power of education and collective action to drive progress in the energy industry.

Bradley Wamboldt is the Principal Associate at Hawk & Squirrel Innovation, a boutique consultancy and technology development practice in Calgary.  Bradley has over 30 years of experience in oil and gas operations, project development, commissioning, operations, and technology development with both Shell Canada and Suncor Energy.

radley has been focusing his efforts on assisting large and small companies in advancing new energy transition and decarbonization technologies from research through to commercial deployment.

Bradley is the Senior Advisor-in-Residence for The ETC Foundation in Calgary, VP-Technology Development for Avatar Innovations and Chair of the Technology Enablement Committee at the Clean Resource Innovation Network (CRIN).  He also advises for Cycle Momentum in Montreal, Foresite Canada in Vancouver and several exciting emerging start-ups.

Bradley has a Bachelor of Chemical Engineering from McGill University and an MBA (with distinction) from Ivey School of Business at Western University.  He is currently pursuing a post-graduate Diploma in Strategy and Innovation at the University of Oxford.

Kristen brings expertise in stakeholder engagement, strategy development, and major project execution with over 15 years of experience in energy and commercial real estate. Kristen has held key roles building relationships with government, business groups, and communities across Alberta, and has led efforts in strategy, governance, and delivery for systematic external relations. A graduate of the Avatar Program and former leadership volunteer with Avatar Innovations, she is also involved in advancing energy innovation initiatives.

Sedi specializes in scaling clean-tech ventures, with extensive experience helping companies navigate the challenges of growth, innovation, and market expansion. She brings a strong background in the clean-tech and energy sectors, empowering startups and established organizations to enhance their impact, improve market positioning, and foster sustainable innovation. With over 15 years of combined industrial, academic, and research experience, Sedigheh has a proven track record of supporting energy-focused projects. Her scholarly research at the University of Calgary centred on leveraging nature-based solutions for the oil industry, reflecting her commitment to bridging traditional energy systems with sustainable practices.

She earned her Ph.D. in Process Engineering from Memorial University of Newfoundland in 2019 and previously served as a Project Engineer at the Petroleum Research Center at PUT University. Sedigheh also holds an M.Sc. in Reservoir Engineering and a B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering.