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  • Aptos Labs and Universal Pictures release Web3 game of vampire movie ‘Renfield’ 24 March 2023
    Aptos Labs has partnered with NBCUniversal’s Universal Pictures to release a Web3 game for the Dracula movie Renfield. Players stand a chance to win several prizes, including digital collectibles. Renfield will be released in theaters on 14 April 2023. Layer 1 blockchain platform Aptos has announced a new Web3 game based on the “Renfield”, a […]
    Benson Toti
  • NASDAQ to launch its crypto custody services by the end of Q2: Bloomberg 24 March 2023
    Key takeaways NASDAQ said custody is the first step in its digital asset push. The stock exchange operator plans to launch its crypto custody service before the end of next quarter. More traditional financial institutions are making a push into the cryptocurrency space. NASDAQ’s crypto custody service will launch next quarter Nasdaq Inc. is planning […]
    Hassan Maishera
  • Coinbase CEO says SEC’s notice wasn’t entirely unexpected 24 March 2023
    Coinbase disclosed a Wells Notice from the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). A Wells Notice usually comes before an enforcement action. Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong says the company isn’t surprised with the SEC’s move. Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has commented on the company’s announcement that it had received a Wells Notice from the US […]
    Benson Toti
  • Blockchain Gaming Project BOUNTYKINDS starts 2nd Public Sale in line with Alpha Test Launch on the Mainnet 24 March 2023
    This Next Level Blockchain Gaming Project is ready to take off About the BOUNTYKINDS NFT PUBLIC SALE BOUNTYKINDS is a Web3 Metaverse game currently under development and is scheduled for official release this year on the Binance Chain, with its Alpha Test release this coming April, and its Beta Test release that follows soon after.  […]
    Benson Toti
  • Coinbase stock down 25% as regulators move in and crypto environment worsens again 24 March 2023
    Key Takeaways Coinbase was issued with a Wells notice this week and now awaits formal charges from the SEC Regulators continue to move in on US crypto companies, hurting Coinbase’s prospects The exchange laid off its second round of employees in January, shut down activities in Japan due to “market conditions”, and saw its share […]
    Dan Ashmore

Micah Whittaker

Mining & Facility Supervisor

A Sumter County native, Micah studied Political Science at Georgia Southwestern State University and served for seven years in the Georgia Army National Guard as a Sergeant and Crew Chief aboard the UH-60L Blackhawk helicopter. After being honorably discharged from the Army, Micah began to cultivate his passion for Cryptocurrency.  Having successfully completed his ASIC Miner Repair Technician Certification, he is now pursuing his Bitcoin Certified Professional designation.  Micah’s exceptional work ethic and attention to detail have garnered him a crucial and valuable member of Team Quarry.

Tracey Demarest

Director of U.S. Operations

Tracey brings over 25 years of corporate management and operations experience to her role with Quarry.  Tracey’s degree in Information Technology compliments her extensive background in private and non-profit leadership and has resulted in her proven ability to strategically and successfully drive corporate initiatives.  A lifelong learner, she holds several financial services licenses in addition to her Blockchain Council – Certified Cryptocurrency Auditor designation.  A problem solving, goal oriented professional, Tracey is well suited to spearhead Quarry’s U.S. Operations.

David Lee

President

David is a seasoned engineer & entrepreneur with expertise in technology infrastructure. With over 20 years of industry experience. David has enabled clients and partners to innovate critical IT infrastructure and deploy solutions across multiple industries. David has collaborated with Fortune 500 companies to set enterprise strategy, modernize applications and build, run and maintain IT environments. David is a licensed Professional Engineer of Ontario with a Masters of Engineering, and Co-Founder of IT PRO CANADA and other venture companies.

Captin Sabapathy

Chief Executive Officer

An expert at fulfilling any business requirements into technical solutions architecture, Captin is widely recognized for his innovative approach to design, implementation and management of Information Technology products and services. He has been instrumental in designing and building technology platforms for multiple Fortune 500 companies across the globe. His expertise in the modeling of large-scale systems enable his clients to rapidly adopt new technology solutions. Captin is the Co-Founder of IT PRO CANADA and other venture companies. 

Michelle Demarest

Chief Operating Officer

A highly skilled Program and Project Management professional collaborating with companies across Canada and the United States, Michelle utilizes her 20+ years of technical knowledge along with strategic insights, to create and deliver enhanced integration and automation for large-scale technology startups.  Renowned for her ability to successfully manage complex projects, Michelle has a certification in Cryptocurrency from MIT, as well as certifications in Project Management (PMP), Six Sigma, Certified Bitcoin Professional (CBP) and is one of only 6000 Certified Information Security Professionals (CISSP) in Canada.

Dave Raymond

Executive Chairman

Dave is the President of Erinwood Ford Mississauga, Canada where his day-to-day responsibilities include managing over 100 employees, implementing processes to maintain award winning customer satisfaction, excellent employee moral and deploying new technologies to grow profit. Dave is also active in many other companies with a wide-ranging focus.  Mr. Raymond’s philanthropic work also includes as many as 15 charities including being a sponsor of the Erindale Collegiate and the Character Counts Award, Salvation Army’s Toy Mountain and Board Member of St. Joe’s Hospital.

David Campbell

Financial Advisor

David Campbell is an experienced financial executive and Financial Advisor to Quarry Dynamics.  David has significant experience as CFO for many private and public technology companies over the last 30 years, including taking 3 companies public as CFO and doing numerous acquisitions, divestitures, debt and equity raises.   David earned his CFA designation in 1996 and started his career as a venture investor for a C$800 million fund.  He currently spends most of this time as President of Hammond Paper Company, a paperboard distribution and converting company he acquired in 2017. 

Patrick Forbes

Advisor

Patrick Forbes has decades of experience as an entrepreneur in areas ranging from construction and property development to software development and telecommunications.  Mr. Forbes’ business experience includes executive level management, finance, administration, sales, product research, operations, strategic and tactical & operations planning, logistics and deployment.  Pat is the former Chief Executive Officer of Trade 360 Corporation, a privately held Ontario corporation and has been the President and the Chairman of the Board of additional Ontario private and public companies.

Mark Fletcher

Corporate Legal Counsel

Mark Fletcher, J.D. acts as consulting Senior Corporate Counsel to Quarry Dynamics Inc.  Mark has many years’ experience at the nexus of business, law, and finance with emphases on corporate governance, capital markets, corporate finance, and mergers and acquisitions.  In addition to many years in private practice, his experience includes:  serving as General Counsel to public and private corporations; serving on the Boards of Directors of public and private corporations; and, serving as Chief Executive Officer of a publicly-traded biotechnology corporation.