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Athabasca President Departs; Exec Committee Created
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Athabasca Oil Corporation reported that Mr. Bryan Gould, president, has left the Company.
"We appreciate the many contributions that Bryan made during his time with Athabasca and wish him all the best in his future endeavours." said Mr. Sveinung Svarte, CEO.
Effective immediately, Mr. Svarte will assume the responsibilities of president, in conjunction with his role as chief executive officer.
The company has formed an executive operational and development committee, which is comprised of Mr. Svarte, Mr. Rob Broen, senior vice president light oil, Mr. Ian Atkinson, senior vice president thermal oil, Mr. Rick Koshman, vice president projects, Mr. Brent Heagy, chief financial officer, and Mr. Rob Bowie, vice president corporate development. The committee is intended to refine the company's…
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