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Committed, Best-in-class Leadership

At Backwoods Energy Services, our Senior Leadership Team brings broad and diverse experience across various industries. United by a shared vision for sustainable impact and a deep commitment to community, they lead with purpose and integrity, staying true to our mission of creating economic opportunities for Indigenous Peoples and communities. 



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Andrew Gibson, P.Eng.


Vice President, Construction

Driving safety, reliability, and precision across operations

Andrew Gibson is a seasoned operations executive with more than two decades of experience leading complex, multimillion-dollar construction and industrial projects. Known for his strategic mindset and collaborative, cross-functional leadership, Andrew emphasizes safety, reliability, and quality in every aspect of execution, delivering consistent results that strengthen both client relationships and community partnerships. 

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Ashley Fontaine, MBA, CPHR


Director, Corporate Services

Elevating execution through organizational alignment and leadership.

Ashley Fontaine is a pragmatic, adaptable, and principled leader with more than 15 years of experience integrating enterprise strategy across human resources, health and safety, information technology, governance, and other core functions. She provides strategic oversight that ensures Backwoods’ corporate systems and governance operate with clarity, accountability, and long-term stability, enabling consistent and effective operational execution. Ashley’s leadership reinforces Backwoods’ commitment to creating meaningful economic opportunities for Indigenous Peoples and communities.

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Jeremy Yee, MBA


Director, Corporate Development

Creating sustainable growth through strategic partnerships and investments

Jeremy Yee is a strategic and forward-thinking business leader with deep expertise in corporate development, Indigenous investment partnerships, and sustainable growth strategy. With over 20 years of proven experience in identifying opportunities, building relationships, and executing complex initiatives, Jeremy helps guide growth that aligns with Backwoods’ long-term vision and values. Grounded in collaboration and purpose, he is dedicated to creating meaningful, lasting value for Backwoods Energy Services, its partners, and the communities it serves. 

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