Meet Our Team of Industry Professionals

Christina
Founder & President

As a third-generation construction professional, the industry has always been part of my story — even though my path to it wasn’t a straight line. After exploring other fields and gaining hands-on experience across multiple roles, I discovered a deep passion for construction rooted in collaboration, creativity, and problem-solving. Legacy Builders was created to give students the kind of hands-on, immersive exposure to construction careers that I wish I’d had growing up.

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Beth
Vice President

I come from a long line of family members in the trades and construction, which shaped my respect for craftsmanship and doing things right from an early age. With a background in graphic design and marketing, I focus on translating building science and technical construction knowledge into clear, engaging stories that elevate how our industry is understood and valued. As Vice President of Legacy Builders, I’m passionate about supporting youth, strengthening the future of skilled trades, and building a more informed, inclusive construction industry.

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Our Board of Directors

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Jeff Shantz
Board Chair

Jeff Shantz is a Partner and Vice President of Project Development at Melloul-Blamey Construction, bringing nearly 40 years of experience across site supervision, project management, and building design. Throughout his career, Jeff has been deeply involved in guiding complex commercial, industrial, institutional, and residential projects from concept through completion, combining proven construction practices with modern design and technology..

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Jason Church
Board Member

Jason Church brings more than 25 years of experience in building materials and construction supply to his role with Legacy Builders. As an Account Manager in Business Development at Hewson Brothers Building Supply, he supports projects across multiple sectors while drawing on a hands-on understanding of the full construction supply chain. A long-time volunteer with the Business & Education Partnership Waterloo Region, Jason is deeply committed to mentoring youth and promoting skilled trades as a respected, rewarding career path.

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Susan Carey
Board Member

Susan Carey began her career in healthcare before transitioning into construction health and safety, driven by a desire to prevent workplace injuries and build safer, stronger teams. Her passion for workforce development and inclusion is reflected in her leadership as President-Elect of CAWIC, where she actively champions women in the skilled trades. As a Legacy Builders board member, Susan is committed to breaking down outdated stigmas and helping shape a more diverse, empowered, and future-ready construction workforce.

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Blog

Volunteer Spotlight: Sarah Cowie

Sarah works with brick, block, and stone masonry, creating the strong and beautiful structures that define many of the buildings in her community.

Volunteer Spotlight: Alan Minns

Alan works closely with trades to bring projects to the finish line, ensuring interiors are completed to a high standard. His day-to-day involves managing the final details that bring a project together.

Volunteer Spotlight: Stefani Rodic

Stefani is a Sales Coordinator at Modern Architectural Products (MAP) where she leads national sales distribution of innovative building products. She supports national sales operations by managing client communications, steeamlining project workflows, and ensuring seamless delivery. Stefani is committed to helping architects, designers, and contractors find the right solutions to bring their project to life.

Volunteer Spotlight: Jason Church

Jason supports contractors across commercial, modular, residential, industrial, and agricultural projects by supplying the right building materials and ensuring strong client relationships. His work includes helping customers find product solutions, managing orders, and coordinating with builders to keep projects on track.

Volunteer Spotlight: Emily Ditner

As a Project Coordinator at Jackman Construction, Emily supports the planning and execution of construction projects by coordinating between consultants, trades, and internal teams. Her role includes managing schedules, tracking budgets, reviewing contracts and change orders, and ensuring project documentation is accurate and up to date. Emily ensures clear communication across stakeholders, helping projects run smoothly and efficiently.

Volunteer Spotlight: Beth Marchant

Beth plays a key role in shaping how the construction industry is seen and celebrated. As Marketing & Design Specialist at Hewson Brothers, she manages campaigns, digital platforms, and community engagement initiatives that highlight the work of contractors and suppliers across Ontario. Her background in branding and content creation allows her to tell powerful stories about people, products, and projects in the construction sector.