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Employee Spotlight: Noah Hopper - Site Assistant
Meet Noah, one of our dedicated Site Assistants! Noah plays an essential role in keeping our job sites running smoothly. With a true passion for homebuilding and a hands on approach to every task, he’s always ready to jump in, whether it’s supporting daily site operations, coordinating trades, or upholding safety standards. When Noah's not working, you can find him watching sports, hitting the golf course, or swimming in a lake or river. Read on to learn more about him!
Award-Winning Sales Centre in Mahogany: Designed With You in Mind
We’re thrilled to share some exciting news, our front garage sales centre in the beautiful lakeside community of Mahogany has been awarded Best Single Family Sales & Information Centre at the 2024 BILD Calgary Region Awards! These prestigious awards recognize the very best in Calgary’s building and development industry, and we’re incredibly proud to be among the winners.
Employee Spotlight: Madi Lallier - Junior Graphic Designer
Meet Madi, our talented Junior Graphic Designer here at Excel Homes! From bringing our brand to life through creative visuals to designing eye-catching marketing materials, Madi plays a key role in making sure everything we share looks amazing. When she's not busy designing, you can find her expressing her creativity through arts and crafts including painting, making clay trinkets, and crocheting. We’re lucky to have Madi's creativity and fresh ideas on the team! To learn more about Madi, read on!
Employee Spotlight: Simon Podkowa - Assistant Site Supervisor
We're shining the spotlight on Simon, our dedicated Assistant Site Supervisor who keeps our projects in Chinook Gate running smoothly, one task at a time! When he's not busy organizing job sites and coordinating with trades to ensure safety and efficiency, you can find Simon traveling with my wife, visiting family and friends, cooking, camping or playing a good game of poker. Read on to learn more about him!
Employee Spotlight: Valerie Marquardt - Office Coordinator
Meet Valerie, the friendly face and organized mind behind the smooth operations at Excel Homes! As our Office Coordinator, Valerie plays a crucial role in ensuring our office runs like clockwork and everyone feels welcome. Her dedication to maintaining a seamless office environment ensures that our workday flows effortlessly. Outside of work, Valerie balances her extroverted introvert personality by spending quality time with friends and family while also enjoying peaceful moments at home to recharge. Read on to learn more about her!
Employee Spotlight: Kevin Lovallo - Warranty Specialist
Meet Kevin, our friendly Warranty Specialist who is always there to help! When he's not playing an integral role in providing excellent customer service to our homeowners, you'll find Kevin tinkering with his car, playing video games and spending quality time hanging out with my his dog. Keep reading to learn more about Kevin!
Excel Homes Earns Best Employer in Canada - Again!
We are thrilled to announce that Excel Homes has been certified as a Canadian Best Employer for the second year in a row!
Employee Spotlight: Sunni Bassi - Sales Associate
At Excel Homes, our Sales Associates play a crucial role in helping families find their dream homes. We’re excited to introduce Sunni, one of our exceptional team members who truly embodies our mission of making home buying an easy and enjoyable experience. When he's not in the sales centre, Sunni enjoys lifting weights and spending time with his twin girls! Continue reading to learn more about Sunni.
Excel Homes Shines at the 2024 Calgary Corporate Challenge
This year, Excel Homes brought our A-game to the Calgary Corporate Challenge, showing off not only our competitive spirit but also our commitment to team bonding and community involvement.
Employee Spotlight: Eli Gallinger - Site Assistant
Meet Eli, our wonderful Site Assistant who plays an integral role on our construction team in Savanna. When he's not helping to manage daily construction activities and maintaining quality standards, Eli enjoys everything hockey! Whether it's playing hockey, watching hockey or sharpening his rain man skill with hockey history and stats. Continue reading to learn more about Eli!
Employee Spotlight: Shelby Milne - Senior Corporate Accountant
Meet Shelby, our Senior Corporate Accountant, who plays an integral role in keeping us on track and toward our financial goals with her strong attention to detail. When Shelby isn’t busy crunching numbers, she loves to play various sports and is an enthusiast in the Calgary Corporate Challenge that Excel Homes participates in every September. Read on to learn more about Shelby!
Employee Spotlight: Brian Adams - Senior Drafting Technician
Brian brings an exceptional eye for detail and a passion for creating homes that blend style, function, and innovation. From initial sketches to final blueprints, Brian ensures every project is meticulously crafted, making dreams come to life for many homeowners. When Brian isn’t busy turning ideas into reality, you might find him building couch forts with his two sons, or getting into a good tv show or book. Read on to learn more about Brian!