David Francis – President
David Francis is the President of Canadian Basalt Technology, bringing vision, dedication, and extensive hands-on experience to leading the company’s growth. With a deep understanding of the basalt industry and a proven ability to build lasting relationships, Dave guides the organization with a focus on innovation, sustainability, and integrity. His leadership emphasizes collaboration, teamwork, and strategic thinking, ensuring that every member of the team contributes to developing solutions that reflect both the strength of basalt and the core values of the company. Under his guidance, Canadian Basalt Technology is positioned as a forward-thinking leader in the emerging basalt industry.

Kostia Sytniuk – CEO - UBT / VP - CBT
Kostia Sytniuk is a dynamic entrepreneur and business leader, serving as the CEO of Ukrainian Basalt Technology (UBT) and Vice President of Canadian Basalt Technology. Since founding UBT in 2016, he has guided the company to impressive growth and recognition, establishing it as a key player in the innovative basalt fiber industry. Now, Kostia is bringing his deep expertise in basalt manufacturing to Canada, helping to launch domestic production and strengthen the industry’s international presence. With his vision and drive, he continues to bridge global markets, pushing the boundaries of technology while fostering strong partnerships across the UK and Canada.

Dante Sfalcin – Chief Operating Officer
Dante Sfalcin serves as the Chief Operating Officer of Canadian Basalt Technology, bringing over 25 years of proven leadership in manufacturing, sales, quality management, and program management. With extensive experience across both the metal stamping and plastic injection molding industries, he has built a reputation for driving operational excellence, optimizing complex production processes, and delivering measurable business growth. Known for his strategic vision and decisive leadership, Dante plays a critical role in shaping Canadian Basalt Technology’s operations, ensuring efficiency, innovation, and the highest quality standards. He is leveraging his decades of expertise to advance the basalt industry, positioning the company as a global leader in sustainable, high-performance materials.

Tracey King – Director of Mining Operations
Tracey King is the Director of Mining Operations at Canadian Basalt Technology, bringing strong leadership and expertise to the company’s growing team. In her role, she oversees all aspects of mining activities, from resource management and operational planning to ensuring safety, efficiency, and sustainability in every stage of production. With her strategic approach and commitment to excellence, Tracey plays a vital role in establishing a solid foundation for Canadian Basalt Technology’s mining operations, supporting the company’s vision of delivering high-quality basalt materials to global markets.