Meet The Team

Max Guo
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CEO & Chairman
Mr. Max Guo is the CEO of Orga Energy, a Canadian company in the energy sector recognized for its innovative strategies in oil and energy investments. Mr. Guo is also the co-founder and president of Foregrowth Inc. an alternative asset manager focusing on managing over $1b billion dollars of real assets across North America. He holds a degree from the University of Toronto’s Rotman School of Busines

Stephen Zhang
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CIO
Mr. Binlin (Stephen) Zhang is an experienced petroleum geologist with over 25 years of expertise, particularly in seismic data analysis and subsurface geology. Demonstrating leadership in the evaluation, acquisition, and licensing of oil and gas assets in Western Canada, he has successfully led the implementation of several large-scale projects. In 2011, Mr. Zhang founded LBM Petroleum Company, achieving significant accomplishments in the Canadian oil market through his deep industry insight. As a co-founder and exploration VP at ORGA Energy, he brings extensive technical and managerial experience and plays a key role in strategic development, ensuring the company’s continuous growth and innovation.
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Dan Williams
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Technical Advisor
Mr. Dan Williams plays a significant role in shaping the company’s strategic direction and operational excellence. With over 30 years of experience in the oil and natural gas industry, Mr. Williams has a rich background in project management, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance. Previously, he held senior level positions such as Chief Operating Officer, Vice President ofEngineering, and Business Unit Manager at both public and private companies including PetroBakken Energy Ltd. and Shiningstar Energy Ltd., where he has been responsible for drilling strategies, documentation and applications, managing reserves process and production budgets, as well as spearheading large-scale drilling projects in the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin. Mr. Williams holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from the University ofCalgary and is a member of the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta. His strategic insights and technical expertise are vital to ORGA’s successful expansion and ongoing leadership in the industry.
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Tiger Zhang
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President
Mr. Tiger Zhang is a professional expert in the oil and gas industry with over 45 years of experience, specializing in well logging and downhole operations. He has successfully founded and led multiple companies in oilfield development and petroleum technical services, demonstrating exceptional technical skills and accumulating extensive experience in project management and business operations. Active in domestic and international oil and gas investment and production, Mr. Zhang has engaged in various related industries, showcasing outstanding strategic vision and managerial abilities. His leadership and deep industry understanding have driven continuous innovation and development for the company.
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Jinkai (King) Liu
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VP of Operations
Mr. Jinkai (King) Liu is a highly experienced professional with a strong background in management across multiple industries. He has successfully led major projects in the energy sector, spanning heavy oil development, environmental solutions, and asset evaluation—consistently delivering cost efficiencies and securing critical external funding. With deep expertise in field operations, organizational leadership, and cost management, King ensures projects are executed efficiently, safely, and within budget, demonstrating excellence in both technical and managerial domains. He is also an active member of APEGA, further reinforcing his commitment to professional excellence and industry standards.

Scott Pennell, P.Eng.
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Senior Business Development Engineer
Mr. Scott Pennell has over 30 years of global experience in the oil and industry. Formerly Chief Operating Officer at Sproule, one of the world’s leading oil and gas advisory firms, he had oversight and accountability for some 300 petroleum and sub-surface reservoir-related projects per year, encompassing reservoir characterization, simulation studies, field development plans, economics, and reserves and resources worldwide. Mr. Pennell has provided technical advisory on over CAD 20 billion in buy-side capital market mandates in conventional and unconventional oil and gas, onshore and offshore developments. He is an expert on oil and gas reserves and resources, portfolios, development plans, and subsurface risk and uncertainty.
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Zhao (Peter) Liu, P.Eng.
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Drilling Manager
Mr. Zhao (Peter) Liu, P. Eng, with over 30 years of Canadian and international experience in drilling and completions, specializing in horizontal, multilateral, high-pressure high-temperature (HPHT) wells, Steam Assisted Gravity Drainage (SAGD), and complex gas wells. Mr. Liu previously served as the Manager of Drilling and Completions at Devon Energy, and he has significantly enhanced project efficiency and safety. During his tenure as Vice President of Operations at COSL Canada Ltd., he successfully assembled a drilling team responsible for over 300 SAGD wells, achieving a perfect safety record with zero incidents over four years. Under his leadership, project efficiencies improved, costs were substantially reduced, and he drove company revenues from under CAD 500,000 to over CAD 100 million, demonstrating exceptional leadership and operational management skills.

Darrell Denis
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Field Manager
Mr. Darrell Denis brings 29 years of specialized experience to his role in construction and reclamation at ORGA Energy. With a profound focus on pipeline consulting and public works operations, Darrell's career is marked by his dedication to enhancing infrastructure development and maintaining rigorous safety and environmental standards. Prior to joining ORGA Energy, he held significant positions, managing complex projects that demanded strategic oversight and innovative solutions. Darrell’s expertise is bolstered by his hands-on approach and his ability to lead large teams through multifaceted operations, ensuring both project success and sustainability. His contributions are pivotal in driving ORGA Energy’s commitment to excellence in every venture.
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