About
The Leadership Team
About Our Leadership Team
Our leaders combine substantial experience with a genuine care for people, ensuring safe and reliable natural gas service for Albertans every day. At Apex Utilities, leadership is about more than oversight— it’s about supporting our teams, listening to our customers, planning for the future, and strengthening the communities we call home.
Graeme Feltham, P.Eng., MBA
President
Graeme Feltham began his role as the President in 2020, bringing over 25 years of experience in the natural gas industry. A self-proclaimed ‘energy nerd’, Graeme has held various executive positions in the gas distribution industry, including leading teams in operations, construction, engineering, customer experience, and innovation.
Graeme also led a team driving initiatives in renewable natural gas, hydrogen blending and other decarbonization projects. He is currently on the Canadian Gas Association Board of Directors. He is a past Chair of the Canadian Standards Association’s Petroleum and Natural Gas Industry Systems Strategic Steering Committee and an Executive Board member of Pipeline Research Council International.
Graeme holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Alberta, has completed the Ivey Executive Program and is a Professional Engineer.
Daina Makarenko, P.Eng
Vice President, Operations and Engineering
Daina Makarenko is the Vice President of Operations and Engineering at Apex Utilities, where she leads the design, construction, maintenance, and safe, reliable operation of the company’s distribution system. Prior to this role, she served as Director of Engineering Services, overseeing Engineering, Planning, Land, GIS, Business Development, and Innovation. Daina also brings hands-on operational experience from her time as District Supervisor of Distribution Operations for Apex’s largest district in Leduc, and has a strong foundation in engineering design.
She is an active contributor to industry advancement as a member of the Canadian Gas Association (CGA) Standing Committee on Operations and Safety, as well as a member of the steering committee for CGA’s Women in Natural Gas (WiNG) – a program designed to elevate the next generation of women leaders across Canada’s energy sector.
Daina holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Alberta and is a Professional Engineer. In recognition of her leadership and impact, she was nominated for the Women’s Infrastructure Network (WIN) Emerging Leaders Award in 2021.
Mike Stock, CPA, CA
Vice President, Financial Services & Regulatory Affairs
Mike Stock is the Vice President of Financial Services & Regulatory Affairs, overseeing all financial services and regulatory operations for Apex Utilities. Prior to this role, Mike has also overseen the organization’s accounting and customer relations operations, including financial reporting, internal controls, budget and planning, tax, gas settlement, billing, and the Customer Care Centre. Since joining Apex in 2005, Mike has served in increasingly senior financial leadership roles and has appeared before the Alberta Utilities Commission as a company witness or representative for a number of major regulatory proceedings and Government of Alberta initiatives.
Mike is a member of the Canadian Gas Association Standing Committee on Policy & Regulation. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Saskatchewan and is a member of the Chartered Professional Accountants of Alberta.
Dan Paquette
Vice President, Corporate Services & Stakeholder Relations
Dan Paquette is Vice President of Corporate Services & Stakeholder Relations. Dan oversees the People & Culture; Environment, Health & Safety; Business Development; and Communications departments. He joined Apex Utilities in 2009, beginning as an asset management technician and transitioning through a number of areas to gain a deep understanding of the natural gas industry with a critical focus on ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of service to our customers.
Dan holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree and diplomas in both Public Relations and Management.