leadership team

Founder, President & Chief Executive Officer

Quinn founded Katch Kan™ in 1994 with the vision of protecting and preserving the land and water where the upstream Oil and Gas industry operates. Quinn had founded the vision of Katch Kan™ from his time spent on the rigs where he witnessed countless preventable accidents, irresponsible waste and unnecessary environmental damage. He was committed to making a positive impact. Quinn continually strives to provide his visionary mindset towards growing the company with a strong financial, operational and sustainability performance.

Chief Operating Officer               

Ray has been involved in the Oil and Gas industry for 35+ years. His previous experience at AKITA Drilling is where he led the integration, operations, and growth of the company. He joined Katch Kan™ in 2022 as VP and was appointed COO in 2023. He now directs Katch Kan™ ‘s business activities, through building the appropriate organizational capabilities and capacity to deliver on the company’s stakeholder strategy. Ray passionately strives with integrity, respect, and commitment toward operational excellence.

Vice President – HR/HSE/QAQC

Tim is the Vice President of HR/HSE/QAQC and joined the company in July of 2023.
He brings 30-plus years of experience in Oil & Gas at all levels of management. Tim is a dedicated and detail-oriented professional committed to building and directing high-performance teams driving operational excellence. Active in the oil and gas industry on various committees; IADC, CAOEC, Energy Safety Canada, and Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training.

Vice President – Accounting and Finance

Erica Howard brings a wealth of expertise in accounting and finance across diverse industries to Katch Kan™. Her extensive professional background encompasses roles in oil and gas, ERP implementations, safety and fall protection, investment banking, technology, logistics groups, manufacturing, and other private equity sectors. Ms. Howard holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Texas State University and earned her MBA in accounting from the University of St. Thomas.