Vice President, EHS & Operational Excellence | Spark Power
Brad Nichols
Brad Nichols brings over 26 years of experience in Industrial and Construction Safety and Environmental Management across global operations. With two decades in Quality Management, he’s driven by a deep commitment to problem-solving, continuous improvement, and lifelong learning.
Since joining Spark Power, Brad has led the transformation of the company’s Safety Program, delivering measurable improvements across the organization over the past 2.5 years. In his expanded role, he now oversees the advancement of Operational Excellence—a key pillar of Spark’s 2025 Strategic Plan, “Let’s Grow Better.”
Brad is focused on building scalable, integrated systems that enhance safety, quality, reliability, and productivity across all business units. He reports directly to Richard Jackson, President & CEO.
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Curtis is Spark Power’s Vice President of Technical Services. Curtis brings 28 years of unparalleled expertise in the electrical services industry, having served in key operational and business development roles at industry leaders such as Magna Electric Corporation and Shermco Industries. His vast experience encompasses the full spectrum of North American heavy industrial power systems, including high voltage (HV), medium voltage (MV), and low voltage (LV) systems, from maintenance and commissioning to comprehensive turnkey services.
Deeksha Sharma is the Director of Strategy and Corporate Development at Spark Power, bringing over a decade of global experience across multiple industries. Since 2017, she has played a key role in Spark’s growth, guiding the company through its go-private transaction and leading strategic initiatives. With a strong background in M&A within the electrical sector, Deeksha has also driven transformative projects for top-tier organizations like American Express, Exp Services Inc., and General Motors. She holds a BBA in Finance and Economics from Brock University.
Paul Demarco is the Director of Risk, Compliance, and Legal at Spark Power, offering solutions-oriented legal advice to teams across the company. Before joining Spark Power, Paul practiced law, focusing on corporate mergers and acquisitions, business risk management, and commercial real estate. He holds a Juris Doctor from Western University and is a Barrister & Solicitor in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
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