Wayne R. Hovdestad – Associate Partner
Wayne R. Hovdestad is Kylla’s Associate Partner in Canada, focusing on green-oriented, investment-grade opportunities for investors in Canada and internationally. With over 40 years of international industry experience across Canada, the USA, Asia, and Europe, Wayne has worked with some of the world’s largest multinational corporations as well as state-owned enterprises in Malaysia and Qatar. In addition, he has founded and managed privately held petroleum companies in Canada, giving him both corporate and entrepreneurial perspectives.
With an engineering background, Wayne brings a deep technical understanding to investment opportunities, enabling him to assess both their feasibility and long-term potential. He holds a Master’s degree in Engineering from the University of Calgary and a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from the University of Saskatchewan, and is a registered Professional Engineer in the Province of Alberta, Canada.
Beyond his professional life, Wayne has a strong interest in his family’s heritage and Canada’s rich history.
“To me, Business Beyond Borders means unlocking the potential of green technologies and responsible resource development, which are now not only feasible but essential for the sound ecological management of our planet. It is about combining practicality with vision, turning sustainable solutions into profitable realities, and building a bridge to an environmentally responsible future for our children and grandchildren.”