Our Team

Our team is our competitive advantage. We are a dedicated and cohesive team consisting of proven international company builders, subsurface experts, M&A professionals, and creative problem solvers. Our skillsets have been developed within Majors, large IOC’s and junior producers, creating a diverse group with experience in a variety of operating environments and cultures.

Deep understanding of SE Asia energy markets

Established networks and relationships in operational and financial markets.
Successfully managed above ground risks in onshore and offshore environments.
Regional and asset level subsurface knowledge base.
Demonstrated corporate social responsibility leadership.

Proven ability to establish businesses in new markets

Successful deal execution throughout the region with NOCs, IOCs, and local participants.
Led new country entries for junior international, IOC, and major companies.
Collaborative approach quickly establishes trusted relationships with domestic stakeholders.

SUCCESSFULLY SCALED AND SAFELY MANAGED OPERATIONS

Collectively managed as MD/GM over 500,000 boe/d across Indonesia, Vietnam, and Malaysia.
Led large scale onshore and offshore upstream and midstream developments.
Successfully delivered annual work plans and drilling programs.
Directed Addax Petroleum (AXC-TSX) from 8,000 boe/d to >100,000 boe/d, leading to a successful sale ($8 Bn).

People

Datuk Brian Anderson

Non-Executive Chairman

Former Chairman of Shell North East Asia and previously Nigeria, responsible for managing over 1 mmboe/d.
Director of Addax Petroleum, leveraging experience and relationships to grow business from start-up to 130 mboe/d.
Safely led multi-disciplinary and multi-national operational E&P teams in Malaysia, Australia, and Nigeria.
Key relationships and access at senior level in target jurisdictions with other operators and regulators.

Michèle Stanners
MBA/LLB, MTS

Independent Director

Strategic advisor and results-oriented board member bringing corporate governance, audit and financial oversight for TSX listed, private and not for profit entities.
Held executive leadership roles, including business and policy development with extensive experience working with Indigenous peoples.
A graduate of Harvard University, an active member of the international Women’s Forum and past board member for Softrock Minerals (TSX-V) from 2015 – 2022 and Mount Royal University from 2017 – 2020.
Strong stakeholder relations experience with a proven track record of leveraging diversity to create opportunities.

David Dunlop
MBA, CPA, CFA

Independent Director

Currently Senior Manager, Controller, Transmission BU at Pembina Pipeline. Prior roles include VP Finance at Versen Inc and VP Controller and VP Planning and Process Improvement at Talisman Energy.
Comprehensive understanding of financial controls and procedures required for a listed Canadian international company operating in the SE Asia region.
Successfully led global finance teams through business acquisitions and integrations.

Matt Klukas
P.Geo, MBA

President & CEO

Sourced, evaluated, and executed business development opportunities in SE Asia with Talisman Energy/Repsol.
Proven leader in managing multi-disciplinary teams and transitioning acquisitions to domestic operations teams.
Major project experience with gas developments, power generation, CCS, and hydrogen production.
Extensive SE Asia technical experience supplemented by strong leadership skills and relationship in target markets.

Andrew Spitzer

CFO

Seasoned corporate planning professional with experience in North America and overseas.
Progressive experience in corporate planning, finance and asset development, A&D processes and monetization options.
Successfully managed teams through corporate transaction at Talisman Energy/Repsol and supported transition activities.
Experienced business professional with a focus on delivering shareholder value and internal performance management.

Hendra Jaya

Director, Indonesia

Experience includes, President Director for PT Pertamina Gas (PertaGas), President Director of PT Nusantara Regas, and General Manager for JOB Pertamina-Medco Tomori.
Results oriented, decisive leader with proven success in project monetization and developing partnerships with NOCs, IOCs, and government.
Accomplished executive for Indonesia upstream and midstream projects with robust relationships in Pertamina, PertaGas, and regulating bodies.

Sarah Kevol, CPA

Controller

Canadian CPA and finance professional with 17 years of experience within the oil and gas industry, in North America and overseas.
Experienced in public company reporting, under both US GAAP and IFRS, treasury and risk, management reporting and other operation related roles within the oil and gas value chain.
Analytical problem solver and effective team leader, experience in process improvement in both startup and established organizations.
Bachelor of science in Finance and Multinational Business Operations from Florida State University

Dr. Henry Groen
MBA, CPA

Special Advisor

VP and Deputy General Manager for Talisman Vietnam and Truong Son Joint Operation Company, and Assistant General Manager for Talisman Asia Limited.
Various Managerial, and Financial roles in Indonesia with Talisman Energy focused on South Sumatra and East Java.
Holds a doctorate in business administration, thesis based on Corporate Social Responsibility within the energy sector in SE Asia.
Proven skill in finding cost-effective operating, commercial and financial solutions and leading multi-disciplinary and multi-national teams.

Jeffrey Calvert
p.Geo

Senior Geoscientist

Subsurface specialist, experienced in prospect and play development in International basins.
Successfully executed multiple drilling campaigns, while leveraging new technologies to optimize field production.
Held various technical roles at Talisman Energy/Repsol
Adept at revitalizing mature assets and recognizing exploitation upside by applying modern strategies.

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