Experience that powers progress
Our leadership brings over 400 years of combined experience in energy and infrastructure. From the first idea to daily operations, we put that expertise to work building a more sustainable energy future.
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Hughes Bergeron is a mechanical engineer specialising in manufacturing optimisation, industrial automation, and project execution. His experience spans the elevator and medical device industries, where he delivered engineering improvements that reduced production costs and expanded manufacturing capacity.
Hughes combines technical expertise with hands-on leadership in design automation, production line implementation, and international automation projects, supporting operational performance and the delivery of complex engineering initiatives at ARECOR.
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David Solimena is a Chartered Accountant with approximately 15 years of experience in accounting, finance. His expertise includes cross-border structuring, corporate reporting, and the financial management of internationally owned businesses.
As a director of ARECOR’s Australian entities, David oversees corporate governance, statutory compliance, and Australian financial and intercompany reporting, supporting the group’s international operations.
Board of directors
Gen. (Ret.) J.E. Boyle
Board Member
Experience: 40+ years
Dr. Bernard Colas
Board Member
Experience: 35+ years
David Solimena
Board Member
Experience: 10+ years
Advisory Board Members
Caroline Codsi
Advisory Board Chairperson
Experience: 25+ years
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Caroline Codsi serves as the Chair of the Advisory Board at ARECOR, applying her leadership and diversity expertise to guide strategic initiatives.
As the founder of Women in Governance, her commitment to inclusive leadership significantly enriches ARECOR’s operations.
Imad Hamad
Founder, Executive Chairman & CEO
Experience: 30+ years
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With over three decades of experience, Imad Hamad is a seasoned leader in renewable energy and major infrastructure projects.
His leadership has steered significant global projects in mass transit and aerospace, contributing to ARECOR's success in advancing clean energy solutions.
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Menachem Senderowicz brings more than 25 years of experience as an investor and operator, with expertise in global real estate, acquisitions, and business growth. His international career spans North America, Europe, and the Middle East. He holds an MBA and speaks six languages.
As President USA of ARECOR, Menachem leads U.S. business development and global capital formation. He focuses on structuring transactions, securing investment, and building strategic partnerships to advance ARECOR’s renewable energy generation and storage projects.
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Dr.-Ing. Oliver Fenker brings more than 30 years of experience in electrical engineering, specialising in electric drives, machine controls, and power electronics. His work includes patented innovations in electrical drive systems, energy storage, and wind turbine control technologies.
As Head of Electrical Engineering at ARECOR, Oliver combines technical expertise with extensive experience in industrial technology development to support the electrical systems behind ARECOR’s renewable energy solutions.
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Denis Lacroix is a Canadian technology executive and innovator with extensive experience in energy, aerospace, and advanced manufacturing. At ARECOR Energy, he develops, optimizes, and commercializes hydrokinetic turbine technologies, combining strategic leadership with strong engineering expertise.
During his years at the National Research Council of Canada (NRC), he helped SMEs develop innovative technologies and bring them to market. His background also includes patented manufacturing innovations. Beyond his technical work, he serves as Secretary of the Board of Directors of Carrefour Jeunesse-Emploi, reflecting his commitment to entrepreneurship, emerging talent, and socioeconomic development.
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Steve Swaffield is an energy executive and corporate director with 35+ years of experience in investment banking, infrastructure and corporate strategy. He has chaired CDEV, Canada Growth Fund and Canada Investment Corporation, and served on the boards of Trans Mountain and Canada Hibernia.
His career includes senior roles at British Gas, Canaccord, Terasen, RBC Capital Markets and Shell, with experience across major energy projects, financing, M&A and government and Indigenous engagement.
Hon. Louisa Arcand
Advisory Board Member
Experience: 25+ years
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Hon Louisa Arcand is a distinguished public servant with extensive expertise in environmental policy and sustainable development. Her career has focused on integrating sustainable practices into public governance, enhancing environmental conservation.
As an Advisory Board member for ARECOR, Louisa applies her knowledge to guide strategic decisions, ensuring sustainability is central to ARECOR’s renewable energy projects and corporate goals.
Core Executives
Menachem Senderowicz
President USA
Experience: 20+ years
Geneviève Nadeau
Chief financial officer, CPA
Experience: 20+ years
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Geneviève Nadeau is a CPA, entrepreneur, and financial strategist with more than 20 years of experience in financing, mergers and acquisitions, and business growth. She has led complex transactions and invested alongside entrepreneurs across manufacturing, technology, clean energy, and other sectors.
Her expertise encompasses capital raising, corporate governance, and investor relations. Geneviève brings financial clarity and strategic insight to support ARECOR’s financing activities, business decisions, and long-term growth.
Jessyka Dionne
Programs Director
Experience: 10+ years
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Jessyka is integral to the evolution of the company’s power generation capabilities. She has adeptly coordinated the logistics and development phases of different generations of the GEN-I, GEN-II, and GEN-III hydrokinetic projects.
Her role extends beyond technical coordination to managing government relations and securing funding and grants, thus ensuring the projects' compliance with regulatory standards and financial sustainability.
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Dr. Ralf Starzmann is a mechanical engineer with more than 20 years of experience in marine energy, turbine technology, and international business development. His expertise spans hydrodynamic design, blade development, full-scale testing, and the deployment of tidal energy systems.
With a doctorate in turbine aero-acoustics, Ralf combines technical expertise with leadership experience in operations, commercial strategy, and international project development, supporting the advancement of renewable energy technologies.
Tim Richardson
Head of Renewable Energy and First Nations
Experience: 20+ years
Engineering & Delivery Leadership
Dr. Albert Ruprecht
Chief Technology Officer and Head of Hydraulics
Experience: 30+ years
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Dr. Albert Ruprecht is distinguished by over 30 years of expertise in fluid mechanics and renewable energy. At the University of Stuttgart, he taught hydrokinetic and conventional hydraulic turbines, along with ocean energy systems and led a corresponding team for applied research.
His leadership steers our technological strategies in virtual and hydro power plant system analysis, advancing ARECOR's mission towards sustainable energy solutions.
Dr.-Ing. Oliver Fenker
Head of Electrical Engineering
Experience: 30+ years
Dr. Helmut Schmidt
Head of Mechanical Engineering
Experience: 30+ years
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Dr. Helmut Schmidt excels in computational fluid dynamics (CFD), finite element analysis (FEA), and mechanical design, focusing on vibration and cavitation in hydraulic turbines. His technical acumen has propelled numerous high-impact projects in the field.
He has spearheaded significant cavitation detection projects and part-load stabilisation initiatives for turbines, dealing with capacities ranging up to 295 MW, enhancing the efficiency and longevity of hydro systems.
Dr. Claudio Vissa
Head of Civil Engineering
Experience: 30+ years
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Dr. Claudio Vissa is renowned for his expertise in hydroelectric power design, construction, and operations, with significant contributions to projects worldwide. His approach consistently reduces costs and enhances efficiency across various global locations.
Fluent in multiple languages, Claudio's leadership in complex constructions and strategic expansions has been pivotal in advancing ARECOR’s innovative hydropower solutions.
Steve Swaffield
Energy executive and corporate director
Experience: 35+ years
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Jean Boyle is a retired Canadian general and former Chief of the Defence Staff, with experience in military command, international business development, and corporate governance. A former fighter pilot, he held senior leadership positions in Canada and Europe before transitioning to the private sector.
His subsequent career includes executive roles in international aerospace, European operations, and business consulting. Jean brings experience in strategic planning, government relations, and managing complex organisations across international markets.
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Steve Swaffield is an energy executive and corporate director with 35+ years of experience in investment banking, infrastructure and corporate strategy. He has chaired CDEV, Canada Growth Fund and Canada Investment Corporation, and served on the boards of Trans Mountain and Canada Hibernia.
His career includes senior roles at British Gas, Canaccord, Terasen, RBC Capital Markets and Shell, with experience across major energy projects, financing, M&A and government and Indigenous engagement.
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Bernard Colas is a lawyer with more than 40 years of experience in business law, international trade, and intellectual property. He holds a doctorate in international economic law and has been recognised with the distinction of Advocatus Emeritus.
His expertise spans international transactions, licensing agreements, technology protection, and commercial partnerships. Bernard combines legal knowledge with a practical understanding of business strategy to help companies manage risk, protect innovation, and pursue international growth.
Denis Lacroix
Vice President Technologies
Experience: 20+ years
Sylvain Méthot
Core Executive
Experience: 10+ years
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Sylvain Méthot brings nearly 20 years of experience in engineering, industrial automation, and advanced manufacturing. Throughout his career, he has led major automation programmes, built multidisciplinary engineering teams, and improved the performance of complex manufacturing operations.
Combining strategic vision with practical execution, Sylvain brings expertise in technology development, engineering management, and industrial project delivery to support ARECOR’s development and deployment of renewable energy solutions.
Sylvain Giguère
Mechanical Engineering Expert
Experience: 20+ years
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Sylvain Giguère has extensive experience in project management, engineering leadership, and mechanical design for the industrial process sector. His expertise spans the full project lifecycle, from conceptual design and feasibility studies to detailed engineering and construction supervision.
Having served as engineering manager for the development of our first-generation hydrokinetic turbine, Sylvain combines broad technical knowledge with practical experience to support the advancement of ARECOR’s turbine technology and engineering projects.
Hughes Bergeron
Project Management
Experience: 9+ years
Dr. Ralf Starzmann
Chief Operating Officer
Experience: 20+ years