Chris Ginther is named Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Laurentis Energy Partners, and Jason Van Wart is appointed to President, effective Jan. 1, 2023.
Former President and CEO, Dominique Minière, announced his retirement in late 2022.
As Executive Vice President of Business Strategy and Commercial Management at Ontario Power Generation, Chris brings a wealth of knowledge in business strategy, development, commercial structuring, and commercial positioning.
Previously serving as Senior Vice President, Jason Van Wart has been instrumental to the growth of Laurentis, expanding operations internationally and positioning the company as a key producer, supplier, and leader in global isotope markets.
About Laurentis Energy Partners Laurentis Energy Partners, a subsidiary of Ontario Power Generation, provides solutions for customers across energy markets and in health care around the world, offering expertise in inspections, refurbishment and engineering, nuclear materials sorting and recycling, the production of nuclear isotopes, and the advancement of small modular reactors. Laurentis has offices in the Greater Toronto Area, Hamilton and Bruce County in Ontario, Saint John in New Brunswick, and Bucharest and Cernavoda in Romania.
Thanks to ION and his skill-base, Brendan was hired at Laurentis, a subsidiary of OPG, in August 2021, as a member of the newly formed Design Engineer...
Two Laurentis Energy employees dedicated their personal time and resources to create surgical mask clips to help frontline workers during COVID-19 pan...
Laurentis engineer, problem-solver and Métis citizen, Brendan Boucher, advances his career through OPG’s ION program
Since he was a child, math, science, problem-solving and helping others have always been areas of interest for Brendan Boucher, a citizen of the Métis Nation of Ontario. And he’s been able to translate those strengths into an engineering career at Laurentis Energy Partners.
Brendan Boucher
After graduating from the Mechanical Engineering program at Ontario Tech University, and with the knowledge that Laurentis and its parent company, Ontario Power Generation (OPG), are committed to diversity and inclusion in their workforce, Brendan reached out to OPG’s Human Resources to inquire about job opportunities in the nuclear industry for Indigenous peoples.
Cue the OPG Indigenous Opportunities Network (ION) program, an initiative designed to increase the number of Indigenous people working in the nuclear industry. Launched in 2018, ION has placed 68 Indigenous people in energy sector roles within OPG, its subsidiaries, vendors and unions.
Thanks to ION and his skill-base, Brendan was hired at Laurentis, a subsidiary of OPG, in August 2021, as a member of the newly formed Design Engineering Team. He has spent the past several months helping to formalize policies and procedures for Laurentis, focusing on Quality Management Systems.
“The ION program created opportunities and opened many doors for me,” said Boucher.
“If I could give advice to others, Indigenous or not, who are seeking out a successful career or working towards their dream job, it’s to be your own biggest advocate. Be persistent and be confident in what you bring to the table. There are incredible resources available if you’re willing to put in the work and time to seek them out and use them.”
Brendan Boucher
"I look forward to connecting with other Indigenous people in the nuclear industry and hope that others are encouraged to follow a similar path.”
Laurentis is an innovative, diverse and equal opportunity employer that offers challenging opportunities, career diversity, and focuses on hiring highly qualified individuals. To learn more about job opportunities with Laurentis, contact us here. And, for information on employment through ION, click here.
Laurentis is thrilled to welcome Keith Skrepnek to oversee the strategy, program implementation and management of our Business Administration Services...
Two Laurentis Energy employees dedicated their personal time and resources to create surgical mask clips to help frontline workers during COVID-19 pan...
When Andrew Lukomski joined Laurentis Energy Partners in December 2018 on a rotation, he was determined to use his new opportunity as one to create meaningful change, not for himself, but for millions of Canadians who rely on the medical isotope industry.
Andrew came to this role equipped with more than 10 years of project management experience in various positions at Ontario Power Generation (OPG). Andrew is skilled at what he does however instead of taking complete control of the projects he manages, he prefers to take on the role of teacher, to help members on the team he oversees to reach their full potential.
I am a subservient leader. I prefer to not get too involved instead I would like to facilitate leadership among my team to help them understand the whole project management process.
Andrew Lukomski, Section Manager, Laurentis Energy Partners
With Andrew’s experience in project management, he quickly became a key asset for Laurentis and was offered a position as a section manager under the Commercial Services of Laurentis overseeing the Molybdenum-99 project. Laurentis manages various high profile commercial isotope projects in the medical and nuclear isotope industry from Molybdenum-99 (Mo-99) to Tritium (H-3). The medical attributes of Mo-99 peaked Andrew’s interest because Molybdenum-99 is used to aid in millions of diagnostic and medical imaging tests to help detect life-threatening illnesses like cancer and heart disease. Given the life-altering impacts of working under Laurentis’ Commercial Services division especially on the Molybdenum-99 project, Andrew was immediately drawn to it, given he has family members affected by the harsh realities of Cancer.
“What motivates me to come to work everyday is the knowledge that my role is bigger than I am. The medical attributes of Molybdenum-99 affects millions of lives. I understand what I do on a daily basis, has the power to create and affect positive change in Canada and the world,” says Andrew.
As Andrew continues to thrive in his role, he prefers to focus on the future and how he can transfer the skills he has learned along his more than 10 year journey as a project manager. He wants to create a foundation of success for the employees he manages. Andrew is able to do this by taking on the role as a teacher to create a successful system to grow the skillset of his direct reports. With the foundation he is creating, Andrew is hoping it will sustain long term operations for project management at Laurentis. This is why Andrew is more than happy to share the successes he has acquired along the way as well as encouraging employees to question the various systems in place. He wants to instill this mindset as a means to finding new ways to approach a project; as well as encouraging staff to learn from their mistakes as a way to reach their full potential.
“What I want to do is pass on knowledge to the team. I have lots of years of experience in projects so I’m trying to create a strong foundation for project management success in the careers of the staff I’m mentoring. For me to have this knowledge and not pass it on, is simply a waste of time,” says Andrew.
Chris Ginther is named Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Laurentis Energy Partners, and Jason Van Wart is appointed to President, effective Jan. 1, 202...
Thanks to ION and his skill-base, Brendan was hired at Laurentis, a subsidiary of OPG, in August 2021, as a member of the newly formed Design Engineer...
Two Laurentis Energy employees dedicated their personal time and resources to create surgical mask clips to help frontline workers during COVID-19 pan...
Laurentis Employees Do Their Part to Fight COVID-19
When Connor Chan and Sean Kloosterman heard about the COVID-19 pandemic, they knew they couldn’t just sit down and do nothing. Connor felt a special need to offer some help considering his mother is a nurse, and he remembers how life was for their family when SARS was a serious threat in 2003.
“Two great guys who have stepped up to support their local communities."
Warner Anderson, Field Operations Manager, Laurentis Energy Partners
Connor Chan, Assistant Technical Engineer
“I remember how everything was like when my mom would come home from work when the SARS outbreak happened. Creating medical clips for my mom to wear at work was the least thing for me to do,” says Connor Chan, Assistant Technical Engineer, Laurentis Energy Partners.
Sean saw the same need to help in some way, given the magnitude of the pandemic and witnessing firsthand how his neighbours were struggling to keep their personal protective equipment in place during their shifts as frontline workers in the medical field.
Sean Kloosterman, Senior Technical Engineer
“I wanted to help out in some way. Our frontline workers are doing a lot day in and out…to me, my contribution is a small gesture,” says Sean Kloosterman, Senior Technical Engineer, Laurentis Energy Partners.
Both Laurentis Energy Partners employees dedicated their personal time and resources to create surgical mask clips to help frontline workers combat the COVID-19 pandemic. Sean and Connor combined have created more than 200 clips using their own 3D printers and they’ve been steadily producing clips for more than 7 weeks.
“Two great guys who have stepped up to support their local communities,” says Warner Anderson, Field Operations Manager, Laurentis Energy Partners.
These Laurentis heroes, refuse to accept any money or materials for producing the clips. They look at the process as a matter of giving back to their communities in its very time of need.
Medical clips made with a 3D printer
Connor and Sean’s selfless contributions, did not stop there. Warner heard about what Sean and Connor were doing on a local level and he asked if the two would be able to create clips to support some workers executing a SLAR campaign at both Bruce Power plants. There was a serious need for mask clips as workers were constantly touching their faces to adjust their masks – a serious threat considering the pandemic at hand. The two Laurentis employees did not hesitate to lend a helping hand; they both created numerous clips to help workers from constantly adjusting their masks and touching their faces too.
“When asked how we could reimburse them both, they rejected any compensation. These are true team players,” says Warner.
The battle against COVID-19 has become a safer one because of the selfless acts of Laurentis employees like Connor and Sean.
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Thanks to ION and his skill-base, Brendan was hired at Laurentis, a subsidiary of OPG, in August 2021, as a member of the newly formed Design Engineer...
As Laurentis Energy Partners continues to grow, we are thrilled to welcome Keith Skrepnek to oversee the strategy, program implementation and management of Laurentis’ Business Administration Services, including HR/LR, Payroll, Finance, AP/AR, Supply Chain, Real Estate, and Communications. In this newly created role, Keith is reporting directly into Jason Van Wart, VP of Laurentis Energy Partners.
We recently got a chance to meet with Keith to learn more about him and why he’s excited to join Laurentis.
First, can you tell us a bit about yourself?
Keith: “Over the last few years, I served Ontario Power Generation as Director, Facilities & Projects leading an operations team across the province of Ontario. In that time, I initiated a broad operations review, lead the development of an organizational Mission, Vision and Strategy, introduced an organizational redesign and several transformational initiatives designed to re-position the Team for future success. This was a broad reaching role, effectively akin to running an independent business. Most recently, following a brief family relocation to Alberta, I re-joined OPG on contract, supporting Laurentis Energy Partners on a number of initiatives intended to prepare the organization for operational independence.
Keith Skrepnek and his wife, children and future daughter-in-law
On the personal front, I’m a Toronto Area native currently living in Courtice, with my wife of 24 years; two adult children pursuing post-secondary education and 3 dogs. Our family loves the outdoors, keeping active, and we look forward to entertaining a house full of family and friends once the COVID-19 pandemic subsides. I’m a huge believer in personal development and I am currently working towards my MBA. I also enjoy teaching and I am serving as a lecturer at Ryerson University’s Chang School of Continuing Education.”
What excited you about joining Laurentis Energy Partners?
Keith: “I began my career leading a support services team in a new, small business straight out of school. This kind of environment is challenging, highly dynamic, and offers the opportunity to engage in a broad range of activities supporting the business, enabling your contributions to be highly tangible and directly meaningful to the overall success of the operation. It’s fair to say that I had an early interest in service management and driving operational efficiencies.
The dog bosses of the Skrepnek household
Laurentis has the commercial focus and innovative drive that will deliver a huge opportunity for sustainable growth in the future. Our association with OPG also aligns my personal interests in environmental stewardship and sustainability with an organization that prioritizes Corporate Social Responsibility. At the same time, Laurentis’ important role in the supply chain of medical isotopes provides a clear connection between my day-to-day work, and the health and well-being of Ontarians.
With Laurentis’ presence across the province, country and internationally, it is uniquely positioned for success towards a strong growth trajectory. I can’t think of any other place I’d rather be.”
What’s the best career advice you’ve received?
Keith: “Choose the role that opens the most possibilities for your future.”
Chris Ginther is named Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Laurentis Energy Partners, and Jason Van Wart is appointed to President, effective Jan. 1, 202...
Thanks to ION and his skill-base, Brendan was hired at Laurentis, a subsidiary of OPG, in August 2021, as a member of the newly formed Design Engineer...