DEAN
FRASER
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER & FOUNDER
Dean’s vision leads the growth and success and CDN. Under his leadership, Dean has created a business built from strong relationships and partnerships, which continues to be part of CDN’s roadmap to success. Since the inception of CDN, Dean has stewarded the business’ HSE programs, finance, business development, people and culture, and strategic planning. Today, Dean's approach to leadership remains well-rounded, productive, and objective.As CDN has grown, Dean’s greatest strength has been the conscious, intentional effort to attract skilled, accomplished people to ensure CDN’s continued dominance as a market leader.
NICK
STEWART
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER & FOUNDER
Nick oversees the growth and development of CDN’s operational capacity. Known for his pragmatic approach to leadership and adherence to the highest safety standards, Nick provides oversight to our leaders in operations, procurement, major projects, and Exile Automation — all of which have grown exponentially under his leadership. Since his career began as an Interprovincial Red Seal Journeyman Electrician and Master Electrician, Nick is well-regarded as a 20-year veteran in Western Canada’s oil and gas sector.
JESSE
PLETTS
SR. VICE PRESIDENT
Jesse Pletts is a dynamic leader known for his problem-solving skills, strategic vision, and ability to lead diverse teams. He became President of Superior Optimization in 2021, guiding its turnaround and later leading CAVIS’ market integration after its acquisition in 2024. A former Marine Corps officer with five combat deployments, Jesse transitioned into business leadership after earning his MBA from Rice University’s Jones Graduate School of Business. He brings deep expertise from private equity and executive roles, focusing on growth and operational excellence in service-oriented companies.