Natural Resources >> CEO Interviews >> September 20, 1999

David J. Reid – Renata Resources Inc (rta.t)

DAVID J. REID is President and Chief Executive Officer of Renata Resources Inc. Mr. Reid is a professional Engineer with 15 years of experience in oil and gas production, exploitation, marketing as well as corporate development and acquisition activities. Mr. Reid is a Co- Founder of Renata Resources Inc. and previously held the position of President and Chief Operating Officer since the company's incorporation in July, 1996. Prior thereto, Mr. Reid was Vice President, Operations and Chief Operating Officer of Ballistic Energy Corporation where he was responsible for all operations of that corporation. In addition, Mr. Reid was directly responsible for maintaining efficient production operations and the effective use of leading edge technology. During this period, Ballistic maintained one of the highest netbacks within the industry, primarily due to its low production costs. Mr. Reid obtained a Bachelor of Science degree and a Master of Science degree in Petroleum Engineering from the University of Wyoming in 1983 and 1985, respectively. Profile
TWST: Could you begin by giving us a brief overview of Renata Resources?

Mr. Reid: We have 26 individuals very focused on the technical side of

things. A good majority of our people are on the