In November 2024, Ontario's real estate and development sector saw several significant personnel changes. Simon Holmes was appointed Chief Investment Officer at BGO Canada, bringing extensive experience to his new role. Additionally, Michelle Brown began her tenure as Head of BGO Properties, further strengthening the company's leadership team.
Crombie REIT welcomed Justin Hawkins as Vice President of Development in Toronto, aiming to enhance their development projects in the region. At Crestpoint Real Estate Investments, Lindsay Stiles assumed the position of Co-Chief Operating Officer, expected to play a pivotal role in the company's operations.
Centurion Asset Management appointed Paul Chin as Chief Investment Officer, entrusting him with overseeing investment strategies. Meanwhile, the Patry Group of Companies brought on Daniel Teperman as Development Manager to lead their development initiatives.
Fengate Asset Management expanded its team by appointing Chris Dynes as Associate Vice President of Development, Carlo Visentin as Senior Property Accountant, Harshesh Naik as Financial Analyst, and Alisa Severina as Learning and Development Specialist, indicating a strategic move to bolster various departments.
In the construction sector, EllisDon appointed Wayne Ferguson as CEO and Executive Vice President of Services, signaling a leadership change aimed at steering the company towards future growth. DPI Construction Management welcomed Jamie Oldfield as Executive Vice President, expected to contribute significantly to the company's management team.
Brokerage firms also saw notable promotions and hires. CBRE Toronto promoted Samantha Sukumar to Executive Vice President, recognizing her contributions to the firm. Colliers elevated Matthew Soper to Vice President, reflecting his achievements within the company. Additionally, Daniel Foch joined Valery Real Estate Inc., Brokerage as Chief Real Estate Officer, bringing his expertise to the brokerage's leadership team.