IMC Team Members

Stephen Sutherland is a seasoned Chemical Engineer with a diverse and well-rounded career spanning both operational and commercial roles across the pulp and paper and oil and gas industries. With a strong foundation in process engineering, environmental compliance, and operations, Stephen spent the first half of his career working in pulp and paper mills, where he held key roles in operations, environmental management, purchasing, and inventory control. In the latter half of his career, Stephen transitioned into the commercial sector, leveraging his technical expertise in sales and business development. This included the international marketing and distribution of market pulp and then commodity chemicals to pulp and paper mills, as well as the oil and gas sector. Sutherland’s unique combination of hands-on engineering experience and strategic sales/business acumen has enabled him to bridge the gap between technical operations and business growth. Known for their analytical mindset, cross-functional leadership, and commitment to operational excellence, Sutherland continues to contribute meaningfully to the industries he serves.