JASON ABBATE

Senior Vice-president, Development & Production CENOVUS ENERGY

BIO: Jason is accountable for resource evaluation, responsible development, and subsurface operations of Cenovus’s oil sands, thermal and cold/eor assets, producing an average of 560,000 bbls/d. Starting his career as a reservoir engineer, he has been with Cenovus and its predecessor company since 2006. Jason is active in his community and sits on the board of Calgary Reads, which equips communities with books and knowledge in support of literacy at a young age.

WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO BE A TOP 40 HONOUREE?

Ultimately, I believe it takes hard work and dedication to your craft. As well as the ability to fail and continue to pursue what you believe is right. But at the same time, not forgetting about those around you and how you can give back and support the communities that you are a part of.