Who We Are

CEO

Stuart Kinnear

Mr. Kinnear provides leadership in developing and managing strategic initiatives. He is passionate about leveraging information and data to increase efficiencies in oil production. With over a decade leading teams in the oil and gas industry, Mr. Kinnear brings an extensive background in business intelligence, supply management, and contract negotiations. He holds a Masters of Business Administration with a specialization in International Business and a Bachelors Degree in Music Performance from the University of Victoria.

COO

Tom de Haas

Mr. de Haas leads operations and the development of Interface’s automated nanotechnology platform. He is a pioneer in oilfield nanofluidics and continues to successfully achieve new limits on the platform’s capabilities for oil and gas applications. Mr. de Haas brings practical experience having worked at a large operator, developing and applying new technologies to improve business outcomes across steam extraction processes, piping, and pressure vessel design. He earned a Masters of Applied Science specializing in microfluidics for energy applications from the University of Toronto and a Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Victoria.

CTO

Dr. David Sinton

Dr. Sinton provides visionary direction and expertise to Interface’s technical development and training processes. He is an international thought leader with over 170 papers published. Dr. Sinton continues to hold his positions as a Professor, the Canada Research Chair (Tier 1) in Microfluidics and Energy, and the Associate Chair of Research in the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering at the University of Toronto. He holds a PhD from the University of Toronto, a Masters of Engineering from McGill University, and a Bachelors Degree in Science from the University of Toronto.

Vice President, Technical Operations

Dr. Ali Abedini

Dr. Abedini leads the execution and project management of technical operations. He has authored more than 40 journal articles and conference papers, having furthered the development of the field of oilfield nanofluidics. Dr. Abedini has a diverse background that spans petroleum engineering, reservoir characterization, and nanofluidic research and development. He is a subject matter expert on phase behaviour, enhanced oil recovery, thermal-solvent bitumen extraction, and shale/tight oil development. He holds a PhD in Petroleum Systems Engineering from the University of Regina, a Masters of Science in Reservoir Engineering, and a Bachelors of Science in Petroleum Engineering from PUT.

Marketing & Communications Lead

Jamie Anne Vaughan

Ms. Vaughan leads both the internal and external marketing and communications for Interface. She is passionate about helping clients understand the value that Interface can bring to their companies. Prior to joining Interface, she worked as a Senior Digital Communications Advisor for a multi-national midstream energy company, helping to lead their digital centre of excellence, while being a key member of their crisis communications team. Ms. Vaughan has a Bachelor of Arts with Honours from Queen’s University, and she is currently pursuing her Masters of Business Administration from Dalhousie University. 

Business Development Manager

Kaelin Mol

Ms. Mol leads the business development of Interface focusing on customer relations and project execution. She brings with her sales and management experience from several industries, where she’s fostered relationships and established long term customers. Kaelin obtained her Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Prince Edward Island in Business Administration.