Bob joined the team at Nova Innovation in 2023 as their Canadian Business Relationship Manager. He works with local communities, regulators, service providers and other stakeholders to facilitate the provision of tidal energy in ways that respect and address indigenous, community, and environmental priorities.

Bob brings over 30 years of experience in environmental and natural resource management to the marine renewables sector. As the Regional Director for Western Nova Scotia with NS Department of Environment, he led the development and implementation of environmental regulatory programs and policy, overseeing strategies and service delivery while coordinating between government, the public and industry.

As the Director of Wildlife with the NS Department of Natural Resources and Renewables he led provincial policy and programming for conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity. He has chaired organizations such as the NS Habitat Conservation Fund, Biodiversity Council, and the Canadian Wildlife Directors Committee, also working with the North American Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies and serving on various federal/provincial/territorial committees.

A key focus in these roles has been coordinating and communicating with leaders in the public and private sector to resolve competing interests and problems, often across departments and jurisdictions. In doing so, he developed and maintained relationships with stakeholders and the public to advance programs and strategies.

Bob looks forward to supporting Nova Innovation as it scales up and develops a productive sector and strong supply chain in Canada, providing local communities with predictable and sustainable energy.

Bob holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Acadia University and a Master of Science in Environmental Management from the University of London, Imperial College.