{"13227":{"id":13227,"name":"Lee Piccoli","description":"

In 1999, at the age of 24, Lee saw a booming residential housing industry and quickly identified a critical gap in the market: the need for a builder that paired homes of the highest quality with an unwavering commitment to superior customer service.<\/p>\n

In a matter of just two years, Piccoli established Fusion Homes as a major player in both the Guelph and London, Ontario markets.\u00a0In March 2003, Piccoli bought out his partner and became the sole shareholder of Fusion Homes. Fast forward to today, and Fusion Homes has built thousands of homes across Southwestern Ontario in communities in Guelph, Kitchener, Waterloo, London, and surrounding areas and continues to lead the industry in providing premier living environments. Celebrating Fusion Homes\u2019 20th year in 2019, Piccoli and the Fusion Homes team continue to pride themselves on the company\u2019s creation of vibrant communities and providing an elevated customer experience.<\/p>\n

Lee built Fusion Homes on a solid foundation of reliability, constant improvement, dedication and excellence. These values continue to be exemplified in all facets of the Fusion Homes experience. Piccoli has led Fusion Homes to being named a Platinum Level Aon Best Small & Medium Employer, a 3-time GROWTH 500 fastest growing companies in Canada, and ranked #1 in Customer Service in Ontario by Harris\/Decima and the Tarion Warranty Corporation an unprecedented six times.<\/p>\n

Piccoli attended the University of Guelph in the Bachelor of Commerce program with specialization in Economics. In addition to his business endeavours, Piccoli enjoys travelling and unique experiences, sports, food & wine, and spending time with his children, Ava and Giacomo.<\/p>\n","departments":[98],"positions":"Chief Executive Officer","image":" $\"\"$ "},"13229":{"id":13229,"name":"Ryan Scott","description":"

Ryan Scott, Senior Vice President of Fusion Developments & Finance at Helia Capital, embarked on his journey with Fusion Homes as the Associate Vice President of Treasury in 2015. Ever since, Ryan has grown with the company and transitioned to a focus on land and parent company finances, showcasing his versatile expertise and unwavering dedication to driving financial success.<\/p>\n

In his current capacity, Ryan leads Fusion Developments, spearheading pivotal initiatives such as land acquisition and development approval strategies. Additionally, he assumes a central role in overseeing finance operations for Helia Capital, fostering close collaboration with the Helia team and portfolio companies to achieve collective success toward shared goals. Ryan's passion lies in harmonizing our land acquisition strategy with capital allocation and borrowing strategies, igniting the creation of our exceptional communities and homes.<\/p>\n

Ryan graduated from the Business Administration program at Wilfrid Laurier University with a specialization in accounting and a minor in political science. Ryan is a CA and CPA and prior to joining Fusion, gained valuable experience at public accounting firms in Toronto and Hamilton, working with private businesses, assisting with audit and assurance needs, corporate tax, and strategic financial business advice.<\/p>\n

As a proud owner of a Fusion Home, Ryan offers unique insights into the home buying journey from a personal perspective. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Ryan cherishes spending time with his wife and two daughters, especially cheering them on at swimming and gymnastics competitions.<\/p>\n","departments":[98],"positions":"Senior Vice President, Fusion Developments & Finance","image":" $\"\"$ "},"13233":{"id":13233,"name":"Brad Baker","description":"

Brad joined Fusion Homes after nearly 20 years with Wal-Mart, where he began his career while studying business. Driven by his passion for retail, he excelled in his role, eventually opening one of the first three Supercenters in Canada, progressively leading him into senior roles within the Wal-Mart administration, gaining experience across Canada and internationally. Brad has also brings key leadership skills from Harvard to the Fusion Homes management team.<\/p>\n

With in-depth expertise in operations, logistics, strategy and culture, Brad oversees the operations of the Low Rise Construction teams and is responsible for optimizing our production schedules, bringing a new client-oriented perspective to the our processes.<\/p>\n

Getting uncomfortable made me grow and made me better. I really feel that when an opportunity scares you, you should take it.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n","departments":[],"positions":"Vice President, Operations","image":" $\"\"$ "},"66925":{"id":66925,"name":"Adam Day","description":"
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Adam Day, Vice President of Marketing & Strategy at Fusion Homes, brings over 20 years of consumer-centric marketing leadership experience across some of Canada\u2019s most recognized brands. Throughout his career, Adam has built and led high-performing teams, delivered growth-focused strategies, and created marketing programs that strengthen the connection between brands and the people they serve. These efforts have led to being recognized both locally & internationally for his campaigns, including a Cannes Gold Lion for his work on Tropicana.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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In his role at Fusion Homes, Adam leads the company\u2019s marketing vision, overseeing brand strategy, communications, and customer engagement. He plays a key role in aligning Fusion\u2019s brand with its long-term business objectives, ensuring the customer experience reflects the quality, care, and intention behind every home and community Fusion builds. Adam is especially passionate about people leadership and creating clarity and focus across teams to drive strong execution.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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Prior to joining Fusion Homes, Adam spent two decades at PepsiCo Canada in progressive senior leadership roles across marketing and sales strategy. During this time, he led national brands, large-scale innovation initiatives, and cross-functional teams, earning recognition for marketing excellence, inclusive leadership, and team development.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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Adam holds an Honours Bachelor of Business Administration with a minor in Economics from Wilfrid Laurier University, where he built a strong foundation in business strategy, consumer behaviour, and analytical thinking that continues to inform his approach to marketing leadership.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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Outside of work, Adam values time with his wife Megan & their 2 kids, Maddie & Raina, spending most of their time coaching & cheering on their kids as they compete in hockey, baseball, soccer & basketball.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","departments":[98],"positions":"Vice President, Marketing & Strategy ","image":" $\"\"$ "},"13243":{"id":13243,"name":"Brian Cowell","description":"
Brian Cowell is the Vice President of Finance, IT, and Procurement at Fusion Homes, where he brings a wealth of expertise and leadership to the team. Since joining Fusion Homes in 2017 as the Director of Finance, Brian has since demonstrated remarkable growth, culminating in his current role.<\/p>\n
In his diverse role, Brian requires a balance of both strategic and operational thinking. Tasked with overseeing the financial health of the organization, as well as managing procurement and technology initiatives, Brian plays a crucial role in shaping Fusion Homes' success.<\/p>\n
Brian excels in developing a comprehensive understanding of the business landscape. He seamlessly integrates the macro perspective of overarching company goals with the micro-level intricacies of day-to-day operations. Beyond his strategic acumen, Brian is deeply committed to nurturing talent within his team. By instilling a sense of purpose and fostering a culture of growth, Brian cultivates a high-performing team that is aligned with Fusion Homes' overarching values.<\/p>\n
Brian has attained his CA designation and holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting, demonstrating his commitment to excellence and expertise in the field. Prior to Fusion, Brian embarked on his professional journey as an auditor with a national accounting firm. Brian has since ventured into the banking and retail sectors, leveraging his expertise to navigate complex financial landscapes.<\/p>\n
Outside of work, Brian is passionate about spending time with his wife and their three children. In his spare time, he enjoys any activity that involves his family, their pets, sports and being outside.<\/p>\n","departments":[98],"positions":"Vice President, Finance, IT & Procurement","image":" $\"\"$ "},"10870":{"id":10870,"name":"Emily Brezina","description":"","departments":[38],"positions":"Senior Business Partner, People & Culture","image":0},"13239":{"id":13239,"name":"Melinda Smith","description":"","departments":[],"positions":"Director, Administration","image":" $\"\"$ "},"46559":{"id":46559,"name":"Adam Hummel","description":"
Adam Hummel, our Director of Construction & Customer Care, has played a crucial role in our customer journey since 2012, continuously seeking enhancements to our on-site operations to ensure an exceptional customer experience and delivery of deficiency-free homes, and quick response times on service.<\/span><\/p>\n
In his role as Director of Construction & Customer Care, Adam oversees Fusion\u2019s low-rise construction division and supervises the quality control teams for our stacked and high-rise divisions and also oversees our Customer Care team after the home closes. With an unwavering commitment to prioritizing customer experience, Adam focuses on delivering homes that are high quality, free of deficiencies and ensuring high customer satisfaction throughout the entire build process and after the home closes<\/span>. He is passionate about coaching his team to consistently raise the bar when it comes to quality and customer service and is always dedicated to ensuring a safe work environment and engaging employee experience for our team members each and every day.<\/p>\n
With over 20 years of residential construction experience, Adam brings a wealth of knowledge in custom fine furniture, carpentry, renovations, and comprehensive home construction. Adam gained invaluable insights into every aspect of the build process, transitioning seamlessly from trade work to Site Supervisor responsibilities and ultimately delivering top-notch finished products to satisfied customers.<\/p>\n
Outside of work, Adam finds joy in everything sports and his passion for fitness, as well as spending quality time with his family.<\/span><\/p>\n","departments":[98],"positions":"Director, Construction","image":" $\"\"$ "},"13241":{"id":13241,"name":"Jennifer Avelar","description":"
Jennifer Avelar, Director of Sales & Design, has a passion for creating exceptional, end-to-end customer experiences. Jennifer began her career with Fusion Homes in 2013 as a Sales Professional and quickly advanced to Director of Sales within just two years. Since 2015, her role has continued to expand, and she now leads the core departments of Sales and Design with a strong focus on leadership, strategy, and operational excellence.<\/span><\/p>\n
In her current role, Jennifer oversees the entire customer journey \u2013 from first interaction through closing - ensuring every Fusion customer has an unparalleled experience in their new home journey. Her responsibilities include overseeing the sales process, guiding interior selections, designing model homes, and managing Fusion\u2019s upgrade program, all while maintaining a strong customer-centric lens.<\/p>\n
Raised in a real estate family, Jennifer developed an early passion for the industry and obtained her Ontario Real Estate License in 2003. She has spent her career in new home development, working with multiple builders before joining Fusion Homes. Over the years, she has been directly involved in the sale of thousands of homes across multiple cities, bringing deep market knowledge and practical insight to her leadership role today.<\/p>\n
Jennifer is deeply passionate about real estate, design, customer experience, process optimization, and strategic growth. She is equally committed to developing and empowering her team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. Outside of work, Jennifer finds joy in sharing moments with her two children.<\/p>\n","departments":[98],"positions":"Director, Sales & Design","image":" $\"\"$ "},"13245":{"id":13245,"name":"Ryan McFatridge","description":"","departments":[],"positions":"Director, Purchasing & Estimating","image":" $\"\"$ "},"47083":{"id":47083,"name":"Josh Shilling","description":"
Josh Shilling, Director of Project Management, is a driving force behind the development and growth of the Project Management team within the company.<\/p>\n
Having embarked on his journey with Fusion Homes as the Site Personnel within the construction division in 2014, Josh has impressively worked his way up through his dedication and exceptional work ethic. Josh was instrumental in assisting with outsourcing the builds of our stacked townhomes and is a prime example of our value \u201cOwn your Growth\u201d as he consistently challenges himself to learn new tasks and skills, going above and beyond the scope of his role.<\/p>\n
In his current role, Josh oversees the Project Management team, which is responsible for the outsourcing of all our midrise and high-rise projects, as well as all our subdivision approvals, rezoning approvals and site plan approvals. Under Josh's leadership, the Project Management team has flourished, attaining new heights of proficiency and effectiveness in overseeing Fusion Homes' diverse portfolio of projects.<\/p>\n
Outside of work, Josh enjoys spending time with his wife and two children and is consistently looking to advance his skills and knowledge in computer engineering and software development.<\/p>\n","departments":[98],"positions":"Director, Project Management","image":" $\"\"$ "},"10866":{"id":10866,"name":"Melody Esfahani","description":"","departments":[],"positions":"Senior Executive, Talent Acquisition","image":0},"50127":{"id":50127,"name":"Raj Deol","description":"
Raj Deol, Director of Information Technology at Fusion Homes, is a highly driven, results-oriented Business and Technology leader. He specializes in strategic initiatives to drive growth through optimizing People, Process, and Technology and drives digital transformation with scalable, sustainable, and innovative technology solutions.<\/p>\n
In his current role, Raj is focused on Fusion Homes\u2019 digital transformation journey to support the organization\u2019s growth plan and strategic vision.\u00a0 He oversees and heads the Information Technology department, acting as a key liaison, bridging the path between the business and technology teams. Raj aims to use advanced technology and streamlined processes to empower individuals in the company, contributing to the success of the organization's digital transformation plans.<\/p>\n
Raj is a Certified Lean Six Sigma professional with a Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Business Technology Management from Ryerson University. His 13+ year career extends across a diverse set of industries including Banking, Food Service, Retail, Grocery, Residential and Commercial Construction. Over the years he has successfully implemented strategic Business, Technology and Data Management initiatives supporting Finance & Accounting, Procurement & Supply Chain, Compliance & Risk Management, and Real Estate & Construction.<\/p>\n
Beyond his professional commitments and accomplishments, Raj enjoys indulging in pizza and pasta as his favourite choice of food and loves to spend time with his beautiful wife and three loving and energetic boys.<\/p>\n","departments":[98],"positions":"Director, Information Technology","image":" $\"\"$ "},"10868":{"id":10868,"name":"Tavia Lesar","description":"","departments":[],"positions":"Senior Business Partner, Human Resources","image":0},"29970":{"id":29970,"name":"Colin Appleby","description":"","departments":[],"positions":"Manager, Talent Acquisition","image":0},"50210":{"id":50210,"name":"Krystal Towns","description":"","departments":[38],"positions":"Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition","image":" $\"\"$ "}}

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