Mr. Branconnier was appointed as Chief Financial Officer of the Company on October 29, 2003. Since joining the Company, Mr. Branconnier has assisted with the organization and development of the Company. Prior to joining the Company, Mr. Branconnier was Plant Manager for Richmond Bio Conversion Inc. in Richmond, British Columbia, Canada (1998-2000) and for Hamilton Bio Conversion Inc. in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada (1995-1998). As Plant Manager, Mr. Branconnier had the following duties and responsibilities: assist with project schedules and construction contracts; plant operations and start up; maintain a daily log of all plant events and manage daily operations; oversee all office administration; manage expenditures; ensure compliance with permits; conduct performance reviews of employees; ensure plant safety and security; and staff the plants. Mr. Branconnier is a first cousin of Mr. Chad Burback. |