Created by dueCk gm to salute b.C.'s entrepreneurs
DRIVING B.C.
FORWARD
Through this 12-part series, Dueck GM salutes B.C.'s
entrepreneurs who are driving growth and innovation in
the local business community. This month's driving force is
leader, builder and businessman Jim Bond.
J
im Bond has been involved in com-
mercial, retail and residential develop-
ment and construction for 35 years in
Alberta and British Columbia.He is
the founder and
CEO of Vancouver-based
Ventana Construction. Bond has been
actively involved from beginning to end in
public-private partnerships and design-build
projects, which include Prospera Centre
in Chilliwack, Langley Events Centre and
Mosaic Place in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan.
What's your favourite car?
My favourite car is the Cadillac
Escalade.
Why do you choose DueckGM?
I have a long relationship with Dueck when
it comes to construction and vehicles. Also, I
love the GM lineup of cars.
What are the keys to Ventana
Construction's success?
Everyone at Ventana focuses on providing
the best service possible on every project—
from the initial meeting with the client all
the way through to occupancy. They see and
appreciate our high quality of service, which
is proven by the fact that more than two
thirds of our business is from repeat clients
or referrals from existing clients.
What excites you the most about the
future of your industry?
Our broad base of construction work
allows us to apply innovative solutions,
knowledge of materials and depth of
experience to projects in a wide range
of sectors.
How would you describe your
leadership style?
My style is to be open, friendly and
approachable.
What are three must-haves for a
memorable road trip?
I would say water, music and sunshine.
What is your favourite quote?
It would be this quote by Ralph Waldo
Emerson: "To laugh often and much; to
win the respect of intelligent people and the
affection of children; to appreciate beauty;
to nd the best of others; to leave the world
a bit better… To know even one life has
breathed easier because you have lived.
This is to have succeeded."
What would you say is your mantra at
Ventana Construction?
We are solution-oriented and collaborative,
and ensure everyone on the project team
works together to make the project a success.
What's one of your favourite restau-
rants in the city?
La Querica in Kitsilano is amazing.
Does your iconic name get a lot of
attention?
Yes. It always brings a smile to people's
faces, and I have fun with it.
When you're driving, what music
can we expect to hear playing on
your radio?
It would either be the Eagles or some
country music.
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Jim Bond
(Clockwise) Ventana Construction
CEO Jim Bond; Trapp + Hollbrook is
a 21-storey residential condominium
tower; Bond, his wife Janet and their
grandchildren
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