Daniel Humphries
Calgary,Canada
Summary
Visionary entrepreneur and technical executive with a distinguished track record of founding and scaling high-growth ventures at the intersection of energy transition, advanced technology, and sustainable investment. As Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Rain Cage Carbon, I lead the commercialization of breakthrough technologies, structure complex ESG and carbon credit transactions, and navigate intricate regulatory landscapes to deliver superior returns and lasting stakeholder value. With deep technical roots in avionics engineering and extensive experience across oil & gas, clean technology, and high-growth startups, I bring a rare combination of hands-on engineering expertise and strategic business acumen. I have repeatedly demonstrated the ability to build organizations from the ground up, drive rapid revenue growth, and forge high-value partnerships across domestic and international markets.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Founder & Managing Partner
Rain Cage Carbon
2020 - Current
- Co-Founded Rain Cage Carbon, an independent company commercializing advanced technologies across the petrochemical and energy value chain with a core emphasis on clean energy, alternative fuels, and sustainable investment opportunities.
- Architected and executed complex international business development strategies, leveraging deep technical expertise and a global network to structure high-value deals in ESG, critical minerals, and carbon credits across multiple jurisdictions.
- Combined hands-on field engineering leadership with executive oversight, personally directing technology development, pilot operations, manufacturing scale-up, and full project implementation while managing cross-functional teams and strategic partnerships.
- Conducted rigorous technical and commercial due diligence on advanced technologies including hydrocarbon upgrading, hydrogen, biofuels, CO2 capture, and critical minerals, driving successful commercialization pathways.
- Navigated complex cross-border legislation, tax frameworks, and climate policy environments to attract domestic and international capital, consistently delivering strong returns while advancing sustainability objectives.
- Developed innovative carbon offset strategies to enhance sustainability initiatives.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to identify and implement effective carbon management solutions.
- Conducted market research to identify emerging trends in carbon credits and offsets.
Director of Sales
Voda Midstream (Joint Venture with KARA Energy Services)
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Played a pivotal role in structuring and advancing a strategic joint venture to commercialize proprietary refining technology for midstream and downstream applications, delivering significant improvements in processing profitability and Carbon Intensity reduction.
- Served as the primary technical and strategic liaison to the KARA CEO and Voda Midstream executive leadership while executing all Director of Sales responsibilities, bridging technical innovation with commercial execution.
- Led business development initiatives that secured strong momentum for a Western Canadian Basin licensing agreement with a projected five-year revenue value exceeding $500 million.
- Directed all key business functions for the joint venture, including strategy development, operating relationships, and oversight of eight disposal facilities with full P&L accountability.
Co-Founder, Master Trainer & Operations Manager
Rumble Boxing
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Co-founded and scaled Rumble Boxing from concept to a multi-location fitness brand, achieving nearly $1 million in annual revenue within the first 12 months through innovative product development and operational excellence.
- Built and led a high-performing team of 45 employees, establishing a values-driven culture that guided all hiring, training, and performance management practices.
- Designed and standardized client training protocols, product offerings, and operational systems while creating company-wide sales processes and comprehensive brand training programs.
- Demonstrated end-to-end entrepreneurial leadership by overseeing all aspects of studio operations, business development, and team scaling — foundational experience that directly informs current executive responsibilities.
Business Development / Account Management
Kayden Industries
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Delivered integrated account management and business development solutions for advanced solids control and fluid management technologies, collaborating closely with operations, engineering, and marketing teams.
- Achieved exceptional revenue growth, increasing daily revenue from $1,950 to over $5,650 and generating $520K in total revenue during the 2015 drilling season through strategic account expansion.
- Identified and developed new international market opportunities in the UK, Middle East, and South America, establishing early expertise in global business development.
Account Manager, Completions
Baker Hughes International
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Managed full-cycle sales and relationship management for completions technologies across conventional and unconventional drilling operations in the Western Canadian Basin.
- Demonstrated entrepreneurial initiative by contributing to division-wide improvements in sales processes while consistently exceeding revenue targets and growing market share by over $1 million.
- Achieved industry recognition as the first representative to successfully commercialize a new proprietary completions technology in Canada, resulting in multiple system installations.
Tubular Sales Specialist
Evraz North America
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Built and scaled a high-value OCTG sales portfolio from $20 million to over $68 million in three years through strategic account development and complex commercial negotiations.
- Developed strong technical-commercial acumen by creating detailed proposals, leading high-stakes negotiations, and optimizing strategic account plans with advanced forecasting and market analysis.
Senior Avionics Engineer
Royal Air Force
01.2000 - 01.2008
- Served eight years as a Senior Avionics Engineer responsible for the maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of advanced aircraft systems including radar, navigation, flight controls, and weapons management.
- Developed exceptional expertise in complex systems troubleshooting, safety-critical decision-making, and high-performance engineering under demanding operational conditions — foundational skills that continue to inform technical leadership and strategic problem-solving in technology-driven business environments.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Aircraft Engineering
Military Tri-Service School of Engineering
Skills
- Strategic Cross-Functional Leadership
- Data analysis
- Analytical thinking
- Business Development & Deal Structuring
- Global Partnerships & Stakeholder Management
- Technology & Innovation Technology Commercialization & Due Diligence
- Energy Transition & Decarbonization Strategies
- ESG Integration & Carbon Markets
- Operational Excellence Entrepreneurship & Organizational Scaling
- Climate Policy & Regulatory Navigation
- High-Performance Team Building
- Strategic visioning
Additional Experience
- World Class Olympic Athlete — Represented both Canada and Great Britain in bobsleigh at the highest international level, cultivating elite-level discipline, resilience, and performance under pressure that continues to drive professional success.
- Maintains an active role providing performance-focused fitness training to private clients.
Timeline
Director of Sales
Voda Midstream (Joint Venture with KARA Energy Services)
01.2019 - 01.2020
Co-Founder, Master Trainer & Operations Manager
Rumble Boxing
01.2016 - 01.2019
Business Development / Account Management
Kayden Industries
01.2015 - 01.2016
Account Manager, Completions
Baker Hughes International
01.2014 - 01.2015
Tubular Sales Specialist
Evraz North America
01.2011 - 01.2014
Senior Avionics Engineer
Royal Air Force
01.2000 - 01.2008
Co-Founder & Managing Partner
Rain Cage Carbon
2020 - Current
NVQ Level 3 - Aircraft Engineering
Military Tri-Service School of Engineering