Leadership Through Execution – Recognized for leading high-performing field crews with a focus on safety, efficiency, and precision—delivering complex telecommunications infrastructure on time and to the highest quality standards.

15 Years of Fibre Infrastructure Delivery Management– Extensive experience managing and executing long-haul and metro fibre builds across Western Canada, from rural backbone routes to dense urban deployments.

Comprehensive Field Expertise – Skilled in all aspects of fibre construction including directional drilling, plowing, cable placing, splicing, and network testing, ensuring seamless end-to-end delivery.

Proven Track Record in Large-Scale Infrastructure Delivery – almost two decades leading civil and utility construction projects across Alberta and Western Canada, including several long-haul fibre builds, multi-year Indigenous infrastructure programs, and complex telecommunications deployments requiring tight integration of engineering, permitting, and construction execution.

Innovative Fibre Deployment Expertise – Pioneer of Canada’s first large-scale pipeline repurposing for fibre strategy, achieving 40–60% cost and timeline reductions compared to greenfield builds while delivering diverse, secure, and environmentally efficient routes for hyperscale data-centre connectivity.

Leadership in Strategic Partnerships and Indigenous Engagement – Founder and CEO of BAAC Construction Inc., with a history of expanding project bonding capacity, structuring joint ventures, and delivering long-haul, last-mile, and O&M solutions. Recognized for building trusted partnerships with First Nations, enabling both client success and community self-sufficiency through training and employment programs.‍‍

Proven Delivery Leadership Across Complex Builds – Brings over a decade of experience leading multi-disciplinary infrastructure and telecom projects while at Rogers, overseeing budgets, schedules, and teams from early engineering through final commissioning. Known for delivering high-value programs safely, efficiently, and ahead of client expectations. Managed large telecommunications projects of $30m to $60m.

Technical and Operational Expertise – Combines field knowledge with executive oversight, coordinating large crews, managing vendor performance, and driving quality control across diverse scopes including civil works, utilities, and network infrastructure.

Trusted Client Partner – Recognized for building long-term relationships through transparency, reliability, and performance. Jacob ensures that every project reflects BAAC’s commitment to excellence, accountability, and precision in delivery.

Pipeline Construction Expertise – Led multiple construction crews on the multi-billion dollar Trans Mountain Expansion and other multi-million-dollar pipeline projects, bringing deep knowledge of complex, high-standard field operations and safety management..

Innovation in Fibre Deployment – Transitioned from pipelines to long-haul fibre construction, applying proven pipeline methodologies to create new efficiencies and installation techniques that outperform industry norms.

Proven Field Leadership – Combines hands-on experience with a results-driven mindset, leading teams to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality infrastructure builds across Western Canada.

Precision in Project Design & Engineering – Kennie brings a strong technical foundation and attention to detail in translating client requirements into buildable design solutions, ensuring each project is structurally robust and constructible.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Problem Solving – Acts as a bridge between design, operations, and field teams to resolve design challenges, align project objectives, and keep schedules on track.

Quality-Driven Execution Focus – Committed to maintaining high standards in design deliverables, documentation, and adherence to specifications—supporting smooth transitions to procurement, construction, and commissioning.

Experienced operational leader with 15+ years in the Oil & Gas industry. Kris’ expertise is in overseeing complex operations, ensuring safety compliance, and optimizing resource allocation across +$100M projects both on time and on budget.

Beyond the Oil & Gas industry, Kris also has substantial experience in road building, concrete high-rise developments, and site developments with deep-rooted relationships across multiple provinces, providing BAAC Construction with a diverse resource pool to draw talent and experience from.

Kris excels in coordinating cross-functional teams and drives cost-effective solutions on high-profile projects.

Mark is an experienced public company board leader, senior executive and serial entrepreneur with extensive experience in scaling, and governing complex organizations. He is the co-founder of Great Pacific Media, Canada’s leading documentary media group and producer of the Highway Thru Hell franchise. During his tenure, he oversaw the construction of multiple studio facilities,  established a globally recognized SMS and education program.  As a senior board member and President at Thunderbird Entertainment he played a key role in taking the company public, and M&A that started with the acquisition of Great Pacific in 2015.  Recently he was appointed President of Cineflix Vancouver. He serves as a board member for Indigifilm, Variety Club BC, and The British Columbia Aviation Council. He is a past board member of Pitt Meadows Airport focused on a property development. As Executive Chairperson of BAAC Construction, Mark provides strategic oversight, governance leadership, and executive mentorship. He is currently authoring a book on the growth of Indigenous Business, based on his award winning Global TV documentary.

Operational and Business Development Leadership – Over 23 years of experience driving revenue growth and efficiency across construction, manufacturing, and industrial sectors. Proven record of revitalizing sales pipelines, expanding market share, and delivering sustained financial performance.

Comprehensive Construction and Precast Expertise – Deep technical background spanning estimating, project management, production, and installation. Recognized for optimizing field operations and reducing costs by 30% through process innovation and team alignment.

Client-Focused, Results-Driven Leadership – Builds trusted partnerships through integrity, communication, and accountability. Known for hands-on execution, mentoring teams, and delivering projects that exceed client expectations in quality, safety, and performance.

Experienced builder with both a technical and project management background. Richard has worked for companies such as TELUS, AFL, and Ledcor in roles spanning from Business Consultant to Construction Manager to Project Director.

Recognized for consistent large-scale, national telecommunications project delivery in both Canada and the United States, including Montana, Washington, and Oregon. With both multi-provincial and multi-state experience, Richard has formed a network that includes experienced contractors, influential stakeholders, and supportive community representatives.

Highly focused on customer success and agility in start-ups, turnarounds, and accelerated growth programs.

Strategic sales leader with 20+ years experience driving measurable business results in the telecommunications and industrial sectors.

Known for combining progressive leadership with operational excellence, Steve has consistently helped organizations scale efficiently while capturing significant new market opportunities.

With a deep-rooted background in supply chain, Steve’s relationships with telecommunications suppliers, positions Shared Fibre and BAAC Construction with commitments from leading fiber cable and conduit manufacturers.