In Steady Hands
Claystone is led by a committed and experienced group dedicated to combining everything we’ve learned across long and distinguished careers with new ways of thinking. This blend of wisdom and flexibility has allowed us to continually drive the field forward in numerous areas of innovation while earning us a reputation for trustworthy operational excellence.
Board of Directors
Meryl is a proven leader whose expansive career highlights include multiple roles in municipal government and private legal practice, having had the honour of serving as both Deputy Minister of Municipal Affairs and Deputy Minister of Culture and Tourism for Alberta.
A seasoned Corporate Director, Guy has extensive experience in the Alberta energy industry, most noted for his many years of dedicated service to EPCOR Utilities, during which time he served as CFO and oversaw the company’s significant and successful expansion across North America.
A Chartered Accountant with a long and distinguished history in both public and private ventures, Ron has worked in an executive capacity in numerous fields, including healthcare, biotechnology, and insurance. Ron is currently the Chief Financial Officer of the Workers’ Compensation Board Alberta.
Deeply invested in the communities of northwestern Alberta, Bernd’s career as a highly-accomplished executive has seen him provide strategic and operational planning and execution, primarily as the CEO of Aquatera Utilities from 2003 to 2019.
A conduit and connector by nature, Cathy has provided strategic support in the public, private, and non-profit sectors, having advised municipalities, post-secondary institutions, agricultural companies, healthcare industry providers, as well as political figures.
As a senior executive and corporate finance advisor with an extensive three-decade career, David’s expertise, strategic planning, leadership, and transactional skills are a powerful mix that allows him to drive meaningful change for an organization. David is currently the President of TrailWise Capital.
A Professional Engineer and a graduate of the University of Alberta, Naseem’s career incorporates a mix of hands-on engineering and project management expertise, executive and company management, and board governance. Naseem enjoys working with complex organizations and is focused primarily on all aspects of sustainable cities and communities.
Executive Leadership Team
Corey, Professional Biologist, who completed his education at the University of Saskatchewan, brings extensive expertise in both the environmental and utility fields, encompassing water and wastewater treatment, distribution, collection, and solid waste management. He has garnered valuable experience in both the private consulting sector and public administration within municipal public works.
Dedicated to continuous learning, Corey is actively pursuing further education in the natural sciences, governance, and executive management. His visionary approach and proficiency in enhancing waste management facilities are driving the expansion of Claystone Waste with sustainable growth.
Jason is a Chartered Professional Accountant who specializes in financial management, business process, strategic planning, budgeting, and financial analysis, bringing over 10 years of experience in the utilities, healthcare, and waste management sectors.
Matt brings extensive experience across the transportation, oilfield, and construction sectors. Born and raised in Edmonton and educated at the University of Alberta, he combines deep regional insight with a broad understanding of complex industrial operations.
With experience spanning both frontline and senior management roles, Matt provides people-focused, hands-on leadership while maintaining a strong focus on strategic execution, continuous improvement, and responsible environmental stewardship.
Meredith Schimmel is a Chartered Professional in Human Resources with a Society for Human Resource Management Professional Designation. She is a graduate of two executive programs from the University of Alberta and has completed formal Human Resources Management education at the University of Manitoba. As an award-winning senior human resource leader with over 25 years of experience directing organizational transformations, she has embraced world-class best practices to transition workplaces to improve productivity, engagement, and work culture. Meredith thrives in both human resources and operations management and has been an inspirational turnaround leader in both operations and HR executive roles.
Operations and Compliance
Tam is a mechanical engineer with an extensive – and exciting – background that includes 24 years in the British Army and two years supporting the US Military in Afghanistan as a Logistics and Operations Leader.
As a civilian, he has worked for Finning Canada as a Failure Analysis and Warranty Manager and most recently was with the University of Alberta as a Director in Facilities and Operations.
He was also part of the Pandemic Response Team, a section chief on the Crisis Management Team, and involved with the Safety and Security Committee.
Jim is a chemical engineer who has worked in the air and waste management fields his entire career, so brings many years of design and practical waste experience with him.
He will be putting his background to work supporting our waste operations team, including exploring improvements to existing waste processing operations as well as implementing new systems that Claystone is considering.
Meaghan has been with Claystone since 2014, putting her Master of Science in Engineering from the University of New Brunswick to good use managing the capital program.
Under her careful watch, Claystone safely and responsibly performs landfill construction, monitors landfill gas emissions, and adheres to strict environmental compliance guidelines.
Matthew is in charge of our composting operations and all associated data handling and process controls.
He has a BSc in microbiology and brings with him experience in laboratory science, environmental monitoring, and public health, with a strong foundation in quality assurance and regulatory compliance.
Steven brings extensive Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) experience from steel manufacturing, petrochemical operations and other complex industrial sectors. Steven has led multidisciplinary teams spanning Safety, Environment, Occupational Health, Training and Security, while overseeing regulatory compliance.
Steven combines frontline operational experience with executive-level leadership and a strong technical foundation as a registered Professional Engineer.
Business Development and Sales
Dan joined Claystone in 2024 and brings with him an extensive background in business development and sales in the waste industry.
Tamara joined Claystone in May 2025, bringing over 25 years of experience in the environmental industry. Her career has spanned project management in reclamation and remediation, hazardous waste containment, and Class II landfill operations and sales.
Tamara is passionate about delivering customer-focused solutions that meet both client needs and regulatory standards. Returning to the landfill sector—where her career began—has been an exciting opportunity to leverage her expertise in a sales capacity, helping customers find effective and sustainable disposal solutions.
Always eager to learn and grow, Tamara strives to build strong relationships and contribute to innovative approaches in waste management and environmental stewardship.
Mike brings over 20 years of experience in sales and business development, including almost 10 years specifically in Alberta’s waste and construction industries.
He has been hired to build upon our valued relationships with waste haulers in the Edmonton area and to increase their usage of our East and West transfer stations.
Finance and Administration
Julie is a Chartered Professional Accountant and has received a Master of Forensic Accounting from the U of T.
Julie has more than 20 years of experience in the construction, retail, and waste management industries.
Throughout her career, Julie has contributed to building effective teams and strengthening financial processes. She values clear communication, strategic planning, and ongoing staff development, and works collaboratively with colleagues at all levels of the organization.
Amanda has 12 years’ experience as a paralegal and law firm manager.
Amanda brings a dynamic and versatile skill set to Claystone and utilizes her experience in supporting Claystone Board and Committees.
