Our People
Meet Our Team
One Team. One Circular Purpose
At Ergo, our team puts the circular economy into practice by recovering waste cooking oil from local businesses and transforming it through research, innovation and manufacturing into high-performance Oil-ternative® products that are safer for people and the environment.
Together, we deliver reliable recycling services and innovative bio-based alternatives to conventional petroleum and chemical products, with a shared commitment to safety, reliability and environmental responsibility.
It’s a practical approach to the circular economy: recover more, waste less, and create lasting value from resources already in our communities.
Leadership Team
Brian Roberts, M.Sc., P.Ag., P.Geo.
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Brian Roberts is the Founder and CEO of Ergo Eco Solutions, where he leads the development and manufacturing of innovative bio-based Oil-ternative® products made from recycled food waste. With more than 25 years of experience in environmental science, consulting and clean technology, Brian combines applied R&D with circular-economy principles to transform waste resources into valuable, sustainable alternatives to conventional petroleum-based products.
Josh Handysides
Ergo Director & Malahat Nation Liaison
Josh brings extensive experience in Indigenous leadership, environmental regulation, sustainable development, and governance. As CAO of Malahat Nation, he provides valuable perspective on environmental stewardship, regulatory compliance, community relationships, and responsible development, helping Ergo build strong partnerships that respect the land and the communities we serve.
Dr. Steven Slater, Ph.D.
Chief Scientific Officer, Fractional
Dr. Slater is a biochemist and molecular microbiologist with extensive experience in academia, biotechnology, and industry. With a Ph.D. from Case Western Reserve University, postdoctoral research at Harvard, 40+ peer-reviewed publications and 20 patents, he provides scientific leadership for Ergo’s research, product development, and innovation.
Operations Team
Dylan Smith, B.Sc., MBA
Operations and Production Manager
Dylan oversees Ergo’s production and facility operations, with a focus on safe, professional manufacturing and the consistent quality and performance of our Oil-ternative® products. With expertise in chemistry, renewable fuels, recycling, R&D and product development, and a B.Sc. in Chemistry from the University of Ottawa and an MBA from the University of Victoria, Dylan combines scientific, business and hands-on technical expertise to continually improve product quality, safety and performance.
Jacob Muirhead
Recycling Operations Supervisor
Jacob oversees Ergo’s day-to-day recycling operations, helping our restaurant and food-service partners receive fast, reliable and professional waste cooking oil collection service. He coordinates collection activities and facility workflows with a strong focus on safety, efficiency and dependable service, keeping Ergo’s circular recycling network running smoothly.
Daryl Giesbrecht
Recycling Services and Fleet Logistics
With over 35 years of mechanical and professional driving experience, Daryl oversees and maintains Ergo’s truck fleet, supporting safe, reliable and professional service for our recycling partners and Oil-ternative® customers. He coordinates the efficient collection and transportation of waste resources and delivery of finished products that keep Ergo’s circular-economy system moving.
Customer Service
Jeff Hetherington
Restaurant Accounts Manager
With over 20 years of experience in the food industry, Jeff manages relationships with Ergo’s restaurant and food-service recycling partners, supporting reliable, responsive waste cooking oil collection service. He coordinates collection needs, supports strong long-term client relationships, and connects local businesses with Ergo’s circular-economy system, turning waste cooking oil into a valuable resource for new bio-based products.
Business & Administration
Anny Hsu
Business Administrator
With more than 15 years of experience in business administration, Anny oversees financial and administrative operations, including budgeting, bookkeeping, human resources, and project tracking. Her strong organizational and systematic skills support effective systems and processes for Ergo’s continued growth and operational efficiency.
John Schneider
Contracted Bookkeeper
John supports Ergo’s bookkeeping and financial administration, helping maintain accurate financial records and supporting the company’s day-to-day accounting needs.
Haunley Amil
Contracted Marketing Specialist
Haunley supports Ergo’s marketing, communications, and brand development, sharing the story behind Ergo’s circular-economy approach and bio-based products with customers, partners, and the broader community.
Real People, Real Local Impact
Every day, this team collects waste cooking oil from Vancouver Island restaurants and turns it into products that keep petroleum-based alternatives off local job sites. Want to work with us or join our collection network?
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