Our Team

We're changing the world, one liter at a time.

Board of Directors

Fred Andriano
Chairman

  • Over 40 years of experience in finance, renewable energy, and corporate governance
  • Began career at Uniroyal Plastics Products Group, rising to Divisional Controller for a $600M division
  • Served as Eastern Division Finance Manager at Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream
  • Joined WaterFurnace International in 2005 as CFO; helped double revenue from $65M to $130M
  • Continued as VP of Financial and Administrative Services for NIBE North America after WaterFurnace’s $364M acquisition in 2014
  • Led major acquisitions at NIBE including Enertech and The Climate Control Group
  • As CFO of Fireplace International, grew sales from $68M to $110M and increased pre-tax profits
CEO of SHARC International Systems - Lynn Mueller

Lynn Mueller

VICE Chairman

  • Co-founder and CEO of SHARC International Systems in 2008
  • 25+ years of experience in geothermal heat pump industry
  • Served as President of WaterFurnace Canada and International
  • Founder Pacific Geo-Exchange Inc. and Earth Source Energy Inc.
  • Inducted into the Clean 50 (Canada’s top 50 leaders in sustainability) and received a Clean50 Lifetime Achievement Award in 2022.

Michael Albertson

  • Appointed CEO, President, and Director of SHARC Energy in December 2024
  • Formerly played a key role in the $364 million acquisition of WaterFurnace International by NIBE Group in 2014
  • Brings deep expertise in renewable thermal energy and business growth
  • Focused on expanding SHARC’s WET technology into sectors like universities, water utilities, corrections, military, and design-build firms
  • Recognized for elevating SHARC Energy’s market visibility and uncovering new opportunities beyond multi-family residential

Peter Busby

  • Principal at Perkins & Will, a global design practice.
  • 40+ years of experience as an Architect in Vancouver.
  • Built approximately 150 buildings across Canada and internationally.
  • Founder of the Canada Green Building Council in 2002, introducing LEED to Canada.
  • Recipient of multiple design awards including 6 Governor Generals Awards, 11 Lieutenant Governor Awards, and the RAIC Gold medal.
  • Awarded the Order of Canada in 2015 for advancing the green building movement.
  • Active in designing projects in Ottawa, Toronto, Vancouver, Seattle, and Texas.
Mike Harcourt - chairman of QUEST

Mike Harcourt

  • Former Premier of British Columbia (91-96)
  • Former Mayor of Vancouver (80-86)
  • Chair of UBC’s Centre for Interactive Research on Sustainability.
  • Chairman of Quality Urban Energy Systems for Tomorrow (QUEST).

Dermot Sweeny

  • President and Founder of Sweeny&Co Architects Inc.
  • Advocate for sustainable building practices, emphasizing carbon footprint reduction and health and wellness in architectural spaces.
  • Sweeny&Co has won awards from the Canadian Green Building Council and the Urban Land Institute.
  • Notable projects include Queen Richmond Centre West, Waterfront Innovation Centre, and One York-Sunlife’s HQ in Toronto.
  • Designs often achieve LEED Platinum or Gold status, with numerous sustainability awards.

Management

Michael Albertson

PRESIDENT & CEO

  • Over four decades of experience in the renewable thermal energy sector.
  • Previous roles include Senior VP Sales & Marketing at WaterFurnace International, Director of Commercial Geothermal Sales, and National Accounts Manager for a major heat pump manufacturer.
  • Owned and operated a commercial HVAC, controls, and mechanical equipment/contracting company for over a decade.
  • Past Chairman of the Board of the International Ground Source Heat Pump Association (IGSHPA) and board member of the GeoExchange Organization (GEO).
Hanspaul Pannu

Hanspaul Pannu

CFO, COO

  • Nearly a decade of experience in the Canadian small cap public company space, focusing on financial reporting, serving as corporate secretary, and providing listing and general accounting support.
  • Operational and management expertise, including financial planning and analysis.
  • Fifteen years in both private and public company spaces, with a broad experience across health tech, biopharmaceuticals, cannabis, and clean tech industries.
  • Leads the accounting, financial reporting, legal, planning, regulatory, and strategic functions.
  • Integral in day-to-day operations, leveraging business acumen and strategic foresight.
  • Represents SHARC Energy to the investor community, engaging with institutional and large private investors interested in clean energy solutions.
Mike Tanyi - Director of Marketing and IT

Mike Tanyi

Director, Marketing & IT

  • Director of Marketing & IT at SHARC Energy, with over 30 years of experience in marketing and IT.
  • Began his career at 16 with a mainframe software company, amassing significant business experience, especially in startups.
  • His entrepreneurial background helps him contribute to SHARC Energy’s growth in sales, operations, marketing, and IT.
  • Responsible for developing and implementing SHARC Energy’s marketing strategy and overseeing its IT infrastructure.
  • Plays a crucial role in effectively communicating the company’s value proposition and streamlining business systems.

Brock Trimble

Director, TECHNICAL SALES

  • Over a decade of experience in the mechanical industry.
  • Holds a Canadian Red-Seal Ticket in Plumbing and a Class “B” Gasfitter license.
  • Initially worked with SHARC Energy Systems as a contractor, contributing to the development and installation of the first SHARC systems. Joined in 2016 as Production and Maintenance Supervisor at the Vancouver headquarters.
  • Renowned for his in-depth understanding of SHARC’s products and expertise in the mechanical industry.
  • Recognized for providing exceptional service and support, ensuring SHARC’s products are designed, installed and maintained to the highest standards

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