Pearse O’Kane - Chief Executive Officer
Pearse led the formation of Bedminster Int. in 2003 and the development of the innovative 'BioEnergy Concept' to win circa $650M projects within 5 years. He holds a BSc in Chemistry and was employed for 12 years by ICI Plc in senior management roles, during which time he was instrumental in implementing ground-breaking technologies. Pearse returned to Ireland to establish a unique PET thick sheet extrusion plant, which he later sold to Hoechst AG, Germany. Since 2009, he has built up a highly skilled PM Team and spearheaded a number of key business initiatives, including a major deal with Samsung Heavy Industries, who signed a License Agreement to use the BMR Technology in South East Asia. Teaming up with CITIC was key in breaking into the vast but select USA Waste Management sector. OKL continues to enhance the scope of the BMR Technology via strategic partnerships, providing the solid platform from which to deliver primary environmental goals.
Tom Leonard - Chief Operating Officer
Tom has been GM for >40 years at Sevier Solid Waste Inc., the leading waste recycling and composting facility in TN. Tom's roles involve day-to-day management, along with overseeing the rigorous requirements of the EPA, Local Environment and Conservation Regulations. In 2007, Tom managed the successful redesign and reconstruction of the facility. Other achievements include, securing landfill permits and perfecting the composting process. Tom has a BSc in General Management and is Chairman of “Keep Sevier Beautiful”. Tom’s vast 'hands-on' knowledge and experience has ensured smooth project start-ups.
Pearse led the formation of Bedminster Int. in 2003 and the development of the innovative 'BioEnergy Concept' to win circa $650M projects within 5 years. He holds a BSc in Chemistry and was employed for 12 years by ICI Plc in senior management roles, during which time he was instrumental in implementing ground-breaking technologies. Pearse returned to Ireland to establish a unique PET thick sheet extrusion plant, which he later sold to Hoechst AG, Germany. Since 2009, he has built up a highly skilled PM Team and spearheaded a number of key business initiatives, including a major deal with Samsung Heavy Industries, who signed a License Agreement to use the BMR Technology in South East Asia. Teaming up with CITIC was key in breaking into the vast but select USA Waste Management sector. OKL continues to enhance the scope of the BMR Technology via strategic partnerships, providing the solid platform from which to deliver primary environmental goals.
Tom Leonard - Chief Operating Officer
Tom has been GM for >40 years at Sevier Solid Waste Inc., the leading waste recycling and composting facility in TN. Tom's roles involve day-to-day management, along with overseeing the rigorous requirements of the EPA, Local Environment and Conservation Regulations. In 2007, Tom managed the successful redesign and reconstruction of the facility. Other achievements include, securing landfill permits and perfecting the composting process. Tom has a BSc in General Management and is Chairman of “Keep Sevier Beautiful”. Tom’s vast 'hands-on' knowledge and experience has ensured smooth project start-ups.