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Ventana is at the forefront of the construction environmental sustainability movement, which has become ingrained in the company operations. Staff are now profi- cient in LEED, Passive House, REAP and car- bon considerations, among other initiatives. Ventana also has specialized mechanical, electrical and exterior envelope manage- ment teams to improve performance from preconstruction to project completion. "It's a higher level of service," Marsolais says. "We consider the suite of services we provide a big part of what we call the 'Ven- tana Way,' an approach we emphasize with our team often, encouraging and rewarding service proficiency." RELATIONSHIPS TO BUILD ON The Ventana Way begins with relationships. "Constructing buildings might be complex, but the human component in the industry can be the most challenging part," Marsolais says. "There is a great deal of pressure and risk, often with many competing interests in an environment that demands a lot from an Learn more: ventanaconstruction.com @VentanaConsructionVancouver @Ventana Construction Corporation Instagram @vantanaconstructioncrp @Vantana Construction Vancouver Created by Canada Wide Media in partnership with Ventana Construction ever-shrinking pool of qualified individuals." Ventana has mastered this type of environment by focusing on building relationships between clients, trade partners and internal teams. They discuss relation- ships with every hire, in employee reviews, in completed project reviews and in daily discourse. "We encourage all to consider the hu- man component in every project decision that is made," Marsolais says. "We feel that level of emphasis is one of our best differentiators." POSITIVE TEAM CULTURE In 2023, Ventana once again earned recog- nition as one of BC's Top Employers and Canada's Top Small & Medium Employers. Marsolais highlights the way the compa- ny's teams foster camaraderie, supporting community initiatives and collaborating on shared objectives. They actively engage in charitable events sponsored by the compa- ny and benefit from wellness programs that promote social cohesion. "It is a thriving community within Ventana, underlining the primary goal of nurturing and expanding this positive culture as the company grows," he says. BUILD LOCAL Although it has grown to complete proj- ects across Canada, Ventana has largely remained BC and Lower Mainland focused. "Our efforts are concentrated on being successful in this market," Marsolais says. "Our people and clients have the benefit of having direct access to the ownership group and we are very nimble as a company." Trade partners and signature repeat clients in the Lower Mainland have "grown up" alongside Ventana, and that local history cannot be underestimated when delivering successful projects. "We all have deep roots in our local communities and take great pride in contributing to their success," Marsolais says. "Our staff recognizes Ventana projects all over the lower mainland and proudly claim, 'We built that'." FUTURE FORWARD If the past four decades are any indication, it is safe to say that growth is inevitably on Ventana's horizon. But Marsolais says the size and scope of the company's work will never compromise its performance stan- dards on projects, its focus on relationships, and its protection and enhancement of the company culture. "Our simple formula has been steady, logical growth without sacrificing the Ventana way or community," he says. "This has been very successful. As we stay true to what we know works, we see limitless opportunity for Ventana." "Our simple formula has been steady, logical growth without sacrificing the Ventana way or community. This has been very successful. As we stay true to what we know works, we see limitless opportunity for Ventana." —DAN MARSOLAIS, president, Ventana Construction