Tom Gear, P.Eng., is a Calgary-based energy executive with nearly three decades of experience spanning petroleum refining, major projects, commodity trading, commercial development, and large-scale oil sands operations. Most recently SVP Oilsands at MEG Energy, he was a key driver of operational performance and part of the leadership team that delivered the company's $8.6B strategic acquisition by Cenovus Energy in 2025. Prior to MEG, Tom spent 24 years at Suncor and legacy Petro-Canada, including VP Environment, Health & Safety. A Governor General's Canadian Leadership Conference alumnus and former Board Chair of the Fort McMurray Chamber of Commerce, Tom brings national leadership perspective alongside deep operational expertise.