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We recognize that people are our most important resource and we've worked hard to create a positive team environment built on mutual trust & respect.

Brad Torry has been with Arcis Seismic Solutions (Arcis) since its earliest days, beginning in 1996. In addition to the President and CEO roles, Brad is responsible for ensuring the technical integrity of Arcis' proprietary data library, identification of new exploration areas requiring seismic data, and evaluating business development opportunities and solutions that will benefit our clients. Brad has extensive industry experience in prospect/trend delineation, including economic and risk analysis in the area of 2D and 3D seismic. Prior to joining Arcis, he spent 10 years with Unocal Canada Exploration Limited in several positions including Senior Geophysicist. Brad's experience has included operations management, technical consultation, and quality control across North America, with extensive operational and interpretation expertise in 2D and 3D seismic in Western Canada.

Holly Elrick joined Arcis as Controller in 2000, coming from an international accounting firm in their energy and production assurance group. She was responsible for Arcis’ public company reporting and regulatory requirements. In 2001, Holly moved into the CFO position and has played a key role in Arcis’ acquisitions, financings and privatization. Holly’s responsibilities include shareholder reporting, corporate finance, tax and strategic planning.

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John started his seismic journey as a surveyor over 30 years ago. Using his seismic operations experience and expertise, he leads the Geophysical Operations Department, ensuring operational excellence and quality in our products in the safest possible manner. John is actively involved in the industry and is also a board member with CAGC. John is the VP of Geophysical Operations with Arcis, managing Project Management, Multi-Client, and Proprietary Acquisition programs, as well as the Arcis QHSE systems and process.

Katja leads the Participation Surveys business unit. Her primary role is support and execution of strategic library objectives, she is responsible for identification and evaluation of high-potential exploration areas requiring seismic, risk analysis, data library sales and technical advancement of Arcis’ assets. Katja joined Arcis with over 10 years of international experience with Schlumberger. She has extensive data acquisition and processing experience. Katja received her Master’s Degree in Geophysics from Moscow State University and an MBA from Erasmus University of Rotterdam.

Thane McKay is responsible for the success of Arcis' business development. This includes the development and execution of sales strategies which support Arcis' goals and objectives. Thane has worked in the geophysical seismic processing industry for 30 plus years. He is known to hundreds of people in the North American geophysical industry and has a strong understanding of the needs and wants of most oil companies both domestically and internationally.

Mike Perz joined the Arcis team on April 1st, 2010 and is involved in the continued development of Arcis’ high-level proprietary geophysical software. As an active member of Arcis’ management team, Mike will also be involved in developing our people resources and in managing the growth and development of our global business. Mike received his B.Sc. in Physics from University of Toronto in 1990 and his M.Sc. in Geophysics from University of British Columbia in 1993. Mike’s career experience includes working as a Geophysical Applications Programmer and as Manager of Research and Development.

Mike Kary manages the operations of Kary Data (an Arcis company). Mike joined Arcis through the acquisition of Kary Data Consultants Ltd. in 2004. He brings with him over 28 years of industry experience in the Geophysical Brokerage and Seismic Data Management business within Canada and the United States. He spent 3 years in the United States gaining industry knowledge and contacts within the seismic brokerage business and still utilizes a number of contacts to initiate cross border transactions for clients exploring within Canada and the United States.

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Sharon Richardson's role at Arcis is that of coach, facilitator, consultant, and program developer for the Human Resources function. She brings a wealth of human resource and business strategy experience to Arcis. For over 20 years, Sharon has worked both within large organizations and in a consulting capacity. Sharon has held a variety of Human Resources roles including V.P. Administration and Chief Negotiator, in industry sectors as broad as health care, education, and oil and gas.

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