One team,
one goal.

Mitch Ettinger | P.Eng, P.Surv.

Chief Executive Officer

I am #proudtobeGV because I get to work with an amazing team that strives to improve our business and the solutions that we provide to our clients.

Prior to becoming the Chief Operating Officer at GeoVerra, Mitch Ettinger was the President of Geomatics at Altus Group. Before his role as President, he held various roles where he worked with project delivery teams and achieved continual operational improvements.

With over 20 years of industry experience, Mitch oversees the Company’s operations across Canada, leading operational controls to ensure financial strength and operating efficiency. In addition, he supports regional leaders in their commitment to growth, and unparalleled client service, positioning GeoVerra as Canada’s industry-leading geomatics firm. In collaboration with the leadership team, Mitch is also responsible for executing the organization’s strategic goals, leading several short and long-term business initiatives.

Mitch received his Alberta Land Surveyor commission in 2006. He obtained his P.Eng designation in 2007, earned his Canada Lands Surveyor commission in 2008, and his Nova Scotia Land Surveyor commission in 2012. Mitch is currently a member of the Professional Surveyors Canada (PSC) Liability Insurance Committee and has served on numerous industry committees and boards.

Adrienne Maskalyk

VP, Environment, Sustainability & Social Responsibility

I’m #proudtobeGV because of the culture we’ve created, the focus on our people, and the incredible team that I work with.

Adrienne Maskalyk joins GeoVerra from Altus Geomatics as the Vice-President of Forestry and Environmental.

With a background in forestry and expert knowledge of land use management, she has been drawn to building solutions for her clients wherever industry meets timber. With over 19 years in forestry and environmental consulting, Adrienne provides solutions for clients across numerous industries by liaising with stakeholders, landowners, Indigenous peoples, and government sectors. Adrienne offers strong leadership and a collaborative approach with her multi-disciplinary team of natural resource professionals.

Adrienne graduated from the University of British Columbia with a B.Sc (Forestry) in 2000. Her early experience focused on federal forestry research and information tracking and maintenance in coastal and interior BC. A move to Alberta in 2001 prompted her to obtain an applied degree in GIS and gain valuable experience in north-central Alberta both in the field and as a GIS technician. Adrienne started her career with Altus Geomatics’ Forestry and Environment team in 2003 and became a Registered Professional Forester in Alberta in 2004.

Aleks Kubilius | PMP

VP, Geomatics, Ontario

I am #proudtobeGV because of the people who drive our company; GeoVerra has built an exceptional team of professionals that continues to grow talent from within, and it’s our people that make GeoVerra such an easy place to come in, be proud of our work, and enjoy the day.

Aleks Kubilius has a proven track record of success leading geomatics teams to deliver outstanding service on many of Ontario’s premier transport and infrastructure projects. He is dedicated to collaborating with clients to design solutions that overcome the toughest engineering challenges that reshape the way we live and move.

In his previous role as Project Manager at WSP, Aleks also actively led Business Development in the Ontario region and served as a subject matter expert for geodetic control networks and precision surveys. An international career across Australia and Canada has allowed him to develop deep technical knowledge across various market sectors, including above and below-ground railway, linear and vertical utilities, large bore tunneling, environmental mapping, and municipal, commercial, and residential development.

Aleks received his bachelor’s degree in Geoinformatics and Surveying from the University of South Australia. He holds a Professional Certificate in Business Communications from Harvard University, as well as certifications from the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists and the Project Management Institute. He is a member of the Association of Ontario Land Surveyors (currently in Articles, Geodesy branch) and is a certified Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC) management representative who is committed to championing a safety-first culture at GeoVerra. Aleks shares his passion for advancing the geomatics industry along with the development of young professionals performing as a speaker and guest lecturer and has volunteered in Kenya for the Bridging the Gap Africa organization.

Claire Masikewich | B.Mgmt

Director, Marketing & Development

I am #proudtobeGV because of the company we built together, the way we’ve rallied through challenging times and the name we’ve made for ourselves in the industry.

Claire brings over 12 years of experience in various marketing and communications roles, most recently with an energy services company in Calgary. During her six and a half years spent in oil and gas, Claire successfully executed successful advertising campaigns, large-scale events, and several high-profile award wins for the company. In 2020, she was responsible for the entire rebranding, marketing and media planning, change management communication, and internal engagement strategy for GeoVerra.

As a University of Lethbridge Bachelor of Management graduate, she’s a leader in marketing strategy, ad creation and execution, media planning, creative direction, technical marketing, internal engagement, community relations, and corporate communications.

In her role, supported by the marcom team, Claire is the driver of the GeoVerra brand and culture, increasing awareness in the market as Canada’s leading surveying and geomatics firm, promoting growth and bringing value to internal and external stakeholders across the country.

Damian Gillis | ALS, CLS, P.Surv., P.Eng., MBA

VP, Geomatics

I am #proudtobeGV because of the talented and collaborative team that can take on the largest survey projects in the country.

Damian Gillis joined GeoVerra in a continued role as the Vice-President of Geomatics. He is an integral part of the company’s overall operations, overseeing contract and subcontractor management, large proposals, and project delivery. His industry knowledge is vast, but he is known for his expertise in the upstream and midstream oil and gas sector.

Damian began his career as a survey assistant for the BC Ministry of Highways and several small companies in Victoria, BC. After moving to Alberta to start the engineering program at the University of Calgary, he began working for Focus Corporation as a survey assistant and later as a field crew chief working in the oil and gas sector and internationally. He later went on to hold several other roles at Focus, such as project manager, field crew coordinator, vice-president of pipeline and integrity surveys, and vice-president of business development.

In addition to completing his B.Sc. in Geomatics Engineering in 1998 from the University of Calgary, he also completed a B.Sc. in Geography from the University of Victoria in 1992, received the Alberta Land Surveyors commission in 2001, Canadian Land Surveyors commission and P.Eng designation in 2003 and completed his MBA from the University of Calgary in 2006.

David Gosling | BCLS, ALS

VP, Geomatics, British Columbia

I am #proudtobeGV because of the team I work with. At all levels, GV team members are knowledgeable, dedicated, have complementary strengths, and are simply down-to-earth, good people. They care about their work and each other.

David Gosling, originally from Calgary, now lives in Fort St. John, BC and has been in the industry since 1996. In 2004 he obtained his commission as an Alberta Land Surveyor. For the first nine years of his career, David focused on commercial, residential, and industrial land and road development projects within southern Alberta.

In 2005 he moved to Fort St. John, British Columbia to expand his portfolio to include oil and gas and BC land development. After two years, he earned the designation as a BC Land Surveyor.

David has continued to operate in BC, expanding his project and employee management experience. He has managed production teams, served as a branch manager, and held the role of director of WSP’s BC geomatics division. As GeoVerra’s vice-president for BC, David strives to continue to develop mutually beneficial relationships with businesses in the region.

Heather Bennett | B. Tech, B.A. Tech (GIS), SLS, P.Surv.

VP, Geomatics, Saskatchewan
& Manitoba

I am #proudtobeGV because of GV’s commitment to our team members, partners and the communities we work and play in.

Heather Bennett started her career in Land Surveying in 2005 when she joined the Weyburn office as a survey assistant and has worked her way up through various roles across Saskatchewan, including CAD operator, crew chief, GIS analyst, project manager and branch lead.

When GeoVerra launched, Heather moved into a branch lead role and was then promoted to vice-president, leading the teams across Saskatchewan and Manitoba. With her breadth of experience, client-focused attitude and positive outlook for the future, she is a driving force of growth for the region.

Heather obtained a diploma in Geomatics Engineering, Surveying major with honours from SAIT in 2008, a Bachelor of Technology in Geomatics, with distinction from BCIT in 2010 and most recently completed her Bachelor of Applied Technology Degree in Geographic Information Systems in 2020.

Heather was granted Saskatchewan Land Surveyor Commission #321 in 2012 and is currently the President of the Saskatchewan Land Surveyors Association.

Jen Alain | B.Sc., CRSP

Director, HSE

I am #proudtobeGV because one of our five core values, Working Safely is integrated into every aspect of our operations and is supported by the entire team.

Jen Alain, a Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP), joined GeoVerra from Altus Geomatics, where she held the position of HSE Manager for 19 years and is now leading the safety efforts as Director, HSE.

Jen has a deep passion for occupational health and safety and loves to share the message of “working safety our way of life” at every opportunity. As a leader of the HSE team, Jen’s goal for GeoVerra is to cultivate a strong safety culture based on positive attitudes, proactive mindsets, achievable goals and team-centered values to reduce workplace incidents and injuries and achieve safety excellence.

Jen graduated from Bournemouth University in England with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Protection and continued her studies, completing the graduate program of Safety Engineering Technology at the College of the North Atlantic in Newfoundland. In 2010, Jen successfully earned her Canadian Registered Safety Professional designation.

Jeff Adair

VP, Geomatics, Alberta

I’m #proudtobegv because of the people I’m privileged to work with, the clients we serve, and the partnerships and projects we have collectively built.

Jeff Adair joined GeoVerra in 2020 as Project Manager and brings over 20 years of industry experience to the team. Jeff started his career in 2002 in the field by serving energy clients throughout Alberta and BC. He received his commission as an Alberta Land Surveyor in 2008, and also received his commission as a British Columbia Land Surveyor & Professional Engineer in Alberta in 2010. In his role as Project Manager, Jeff has managed several high profile pipeline projects in Alberta and BC, while also serving clients in the upstream, infrastructure, and sustainable energy sectors.

Before being appointed to Vice-President, Alberta, Jeff held the position of Director, Sustainable Energy at GeoVerra, which focused on providing services and solutions to projects within the alternative energy sector. This includes carbon capture, hydrogen production and storage, solar, and wind projects.
With his extensive knowledge and range of experience, Jeff has positioned himself as a valuable leader who oversees our team of professionals in the Alberta region as Vice-President, Alberta.

Kathy Ly | CA

Director, Finance

I am #proudtobeGV because I’m part of a team whose dedication to quality always shines through.

Kathy Ly is a Chartered Professional Accountant with over 13 years of experience. She began her career in 2007 as a co-op student at Grant Thornton LLP. Kathy graduated with Great Distinction from the University of Lethbridge in 2011 and earned her Chartered Accountant Designation in 2014. Following public practice, Kathy held progressively responsible controllership roles at Go Auto Corporation, where she facilitated the growth of its Outlet platform. She is skillful at building strong teams and managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Kathy joined GeoVerra as Controller in June 2020 and was promoted to Director of Finance in April 2021. She was heavily involved in the integration of GeoVerra’s legacy systems, processes, and practices. In her current role, Kathy oversees the accounting and finance functions to support the organization in operational excellence and growth initiatives. She is driven by curiosity and strives for continuous improvement. She is motivated to drive profitability and long-term success by providing financial insight and analysis to help shape GeoVerra’s strategic plan.

Latisha Huculak

National Manager of Business Support

I am #proudtobeGV because we are a company of great people doing great things.

Latisha Huculak is an experienced leader with a history of working within the geomatics and engineering industries. At GeoVerra, Latisha provides national leadership of administrative and business support functions and resources. She optimizes the business support model, balances project utilization and people performance of the business support team across Canada.

Latisha’s goal at GeoVerra is to continuously improve the way we deliver with speed, agility, and accuracy, as well as streamline information sharing to contribute to efficient and consistent work.

Michael Chan

Director, Information Technology

I am #proudtobeGV because we continuously embrace innovation, value diversity and encourage growth.

With over 20 years of experience in the IT industry, Michael Chan has an impressive portfolio working in roles that have taken him all the way to the UK. His well-rounded background includes being the senior manager for business and technology for Calgary’s largest restaurant group and working for a large IT service company in the UK managing new virtualized environments for large financial and airline companies. He brings extensive knowledge to GeoVerra with expertise working in service desks, desktops, servers, networks, cloud applications and management.

As a SAIT graduate from the Business Administration and Network Engineering program, Michael also holds certificates from VMware, Cisco and Microsoft. He has a proven ability to train many technical and non-technical individuals together to function seamlessly independently and as a team.

Michael brings an undeniable passion for technology and continues to propose new ideas that transform how we do business. With the support of his team, his goal is to simplify IT and implement cost-effective solutions at GeoVerra.

Mohamed Attia | PhD., P.Eng., PMP

VP, Geospatial & Advanced Technology

I am #proudtobeGV because I get the chance to work with the best team utilizing the best tools and technology available in the industry.

As a Professional Geomatics Engineer with over 18 years of professional experience, Mohamed Attia has a diverse international industrial and academic portfolio. His broad expertise includes managing and supervising major geomatics projects, operations management, geospatial projects and solutions, advanced technology implementation and applications, geospatial data modelling, management and analysis, and business development. His past work experience includes significant energy projects, infrastructure projects, pipeline integrity and construction, geodetic control networks, navigation applications and map production.

With a PhD in Geomatics Engineering from the University of Calgary and a Master of Science, GIS and Surveying Engineering from Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt, Mohamed’s educational background makes him a well-rounded member of the leadership team.

Mohamed will lead his team to support internal business units across the country and deliver the Partnership Promise to clients. In addition, his team will investigate and implement the latest technology, positioning GeoVerra as the industry’s progressive service provider of choice.

Nicole Strandlund | ASQ CMQ/OE, CQA

Executive Vice-President, Strategy & Operational Excellence

I am #proudtobeGV because we continually challenge ourselves to be better, on our quest for excellence.

Nicole Strandlund is a professional, strategic leader with over 20 years of experience in business, including 10 in the geomatics industry. As GeoVerra’s Vice-President, Operational Excellence, Nicole is responsible for our short and long-term business strategy and manages complex initiatives such as post-merger integration and expansive process improvements. She also leads GeoVerra’s learning and development program and oversees the quality and proposals teams.

Nicole combines her extensive understanding of the business with practiced leadership experience. Working with organizations to identify areas of improvement, Nicole has facilitated solutions ranging from small incremental process improvements to large systemic changes such as structural reorganization, and the development and implementation of Project Management Office and Quality Management systems.

Prior to joining GeoVerra, Nicole’s experience includes trading in energy derivatives, risk and economic analysis, and writing for a national business magazine. An active member of the American Society for Quality and a sought-after speaker, Nicole is a Certified Manager of Quality and Organizational Excellence, has a double honors degree in Math and Economics, masters-level coursework in Finance, and is a Level 1 Chartered Financial Analyst.

Pat McNally | CST

Director, Business Development
& Strategic Initiatives

I am #proudtobeGV because of the Indigenous relationships we’ve developed in recent years which allow us to contribute to the prosperity and sustainability of the communities we work with.

With over 30 years of experience in the geomatics industry and with value-added resellers, PatMcNally has held a variety of roles that have contributed to his well-rounded approach to developing relationships and exploring new opportunities.

Now responsible for leading GeoVerra’s corporate business development strategy and initiatives, client engagement, and Indigenous relationships, Pat uses his skillset to discover and analyze business needs, recommend solutions, and put them into action. He thrives on collaborating with prospective partners, operational and corporate business line leaders and department managers to capitalize on opportunities and implement solutions, corporate-wide initiatives, and programs.

Sonia Gill

Director, Human Resources

I am #proudtobeGV because GeoVerra is a company that is dedicated to its team members through an unwavering commitment to safety, diversity and flexibility, where everyone has a voice and each voice is valued.

Sonia comes to GeoVerra with over 12 years of experience in different industries, working on organizational-wide programs, defining and implementing foundational HR processes and functions, and applying change management strategies.

Her areas of expertise in strategic planning, employee relations, process development, leadership, and project management make her a great addition to the team.

She is dedicated to providing strategic business partnering to senior leadership teams and leading HR professionals to successfully support managers and their employees while realizing their own personal and professional goals.

Along with the rest of our fantastic, talented HR team, Sonia will be instrumental in supporting our continued growth by leading org-wide HR initiatives and achieving ongoing retention and recruitment efforts.