Sara Gerrard is the co-owner and visionary founder of CedarStone Energy, bringing a unique blend of industry expertise and public-sector leadership to the advancement of sustainable energy solutions. She has a Bachelor of Business Administration from Mount Royal University. Paired with over five years of experience in the oil and gas sector and seventeen years in the federal government specializing in compliance and debt management, Sara has built a career defined by innovation, creativity and strategic problem-solving.

She is a recipient of the Canada Revenue Agency Award of Excellence for her contributions to the compliance division, recognizing her commitment to improve tax literacy in the trades. Over the past five years, she has led innovation projects and cross-departmental initiatives through the Prairie Federal Council, driving modernization and collaborative approaches across multiple federal departments.

Through CedarStone Energy, Sara combines her industry knowledge, government experience, and passion for innovation to help accelerate the transition toward cleaner, more sustainable energy systems.

Derek Gerrard is the co-owner of CedarStone Energy and a seasoned trades professional with two decades of experience in the petrochemical sector. A Journeyman Steamfitter-Pipefitter and 4th Class Power Engineer, Derek brings technical proficiency in industrial maintenance systems and facility infrastructure.

At CedarStone Energy, Derek’s technical insight and hands-on expertise strengthen the company’s ability to bridge traditional energy operations with emerging clean-technology solutions, supporting the development of forward-looking projects that leverage existing infrastructure while contributing to a more sustainable energy future.

Kristin Quinn is a project consultant with an MBA from Queen’s University with a diverse background in oil & gas and nonprofit support. She specializes in fund development, event management, donor relations, and operational efficiency for organizations. 

Kristin is known for her ability to lead complex projects, strengthen community partnerships, and streamline systems for greater impact. Based in Red Deer, she brings a relationship-driven, results-focused approach to every engagement.

Annika Naylor is an energy transition tech enthusiast, with interests spanning from hydrogen to geothermal to nuclear, and anything in between. At CedarStone Energy, her role includes technical advising and support. She is currently working as a Market Analyst at the Canada Energy Regulator, researching and collecting data in the energy information space. 

With a BSc. in Geophysics and an MSc. in Sustainable Energy Development, she strongly values the pursuit of knowledge and continuous self-improvement. Other experiences include geophysical work with a research lab studying carbon mineralization, and techno-economic analysis in the consulting space. With her interdisciplinary background, she considers herself a jack-of-many-trades and aspires for many more.

Claire Oseghale is a Master of Science candidate in Sustainable Energy Development at the University of Calgary, currently collaborating with Cedar Stone Energy on an innovative study exploring geothermal-assisted green hydrogen production using repurposed oil and gas wells. Her work focuses on designing low-carbon, cost-effective hydrogen systems that leverage Alberta’s geothermal potential and legacy energy infrastructure.

Claire holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering and is a recent graduate of the Petroleum Engineering program at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT). Her multidisciplinary training positions her at the intersection of subsurface engineering, clean technology, and energy transition strategy. With experience in reservoir modelling, heavy oil recovery, and NCG co-injection research, Claire has contributed to performance evaluations, subsurface analysis, and technical studies during her time as a Reservoir Engineering Intern at LAI PULO Energy Consulting. She also supports student learning as a STEM and sustainability tutor, helping learners navigate the fundamentals of energy systems, climate science, and engineering.

Driven by a commitment to innovation and decarbonization, Claire’s work centres on repurposing legacy fossil-fuel assets for sustainable energy applications, particularly geothermal heat utilization, green hydrogen pathways, and circular infrastructure approaches. She is passionate about advancing solutions that are technically viable, economically competitive, and
environmentally responsible.