Covalon TechnologiesCovalon Technologies (TSXV:COV) announced today that it appointed Jason F. Gorel as its interim chief financial officer.

Mississauga, Ontario-based Covalon said in a news release that Gorel will assume the role as the company undertakes the search for a new CFO to assist with the next phase of growth.

Gorel has more than 20 years of experience in senior financial leadership roles, both in the private and public sectors, Covalon said. He has held the role of CFO at several companies, including Toronto Community Housing Corporation and BCS Global Networks.

He also held senior finance positions with SmartCentres Real Estate Investment Trust and Canadian Apartment Properties Real Estate Investment Trust. Gorel also serves on the board of directors at Fairplay Ventures and has served on the board at the Hearing Foundation of Canada.

“Jason brings financial leadership skills, operational experience, and knowledge of asset management and information systems to Covalon,” CEO Brian Pedlar said in the release. “We look forward to his contribution to our company.”