Menno S Martin Contractor Ltd.

Design/Build - Additions - Renovations

 
The Management Team
Art Janzen

Art JanzenCo-Owner

Art Janzen holds the position of Operations Manager and is a Co-Owner of Menno S. Martin Contractor Limited.

Art's background is in Business Administration, Graphic Design, and Marketing.  His passion is for People and Leadership and he believes that at Menno S. Martin Contractor Limited, we are not only building structures, we are building relationships. He is very detail oriented and a creative thinker and divides his time between the office, working with our management team on various projects; ensuring safety in the field, and expanding our client base. On top of all that, he's a pretty handy guy.

Art is a member of The Waterloo Region Home Builders Association, sitting on the Renovation Council both locally and provincially. He is also a member of the Centre for Family Business and a member of The Leadership Waterloo Region Class of 2010.

Outside of his career, Art has a passion for fitness and keeps in shape by running and cycling, completing his first Half Marathon in September 2009 with his sights on a Full Marathon in 2010. He volunteers his time with the Laurel Creek Track and Field Club where he enjoys watching his daughter train.  Art values time spent with his lovely wife and daughter.

He can be reached by emailing: Art or by phone at (519) 664-2245.

 
Trent Bauman

Trent BaumanCo-Owner

Trent Bauman holds the position of Design/Build Manager and is a Co-Owner of Menno S. Martin Contractor Limited.

A graduate in Architectural Technology, Trent has been part of the sales and design team at Menno S. Martin Contractor since 1987.  He has worked hard and consistently at making a good fit of the changing technology of design work, and the ageless skills of craftsmanship.

Trent’s talents lie with pen and paper, or mouse and monitor. He is able to guide the process of building from the design stage, helping with selections, and managing the project to its successful completion. He is a good listener, and can put your ideas on paper for you to visualize.

In his free time, Trent enjoys volunteering on the Board of Directors for the House of Friendship, and Chairing the Property Committee. He keeps in shape with his passion for yoga, cycling and running.

He can be reached by emailing: Trent or by phone at (519) 664-2245.

 
Mark Bauman

Mark BaumanDesign/Build Manager

Mark Bauman is a proud member of the Quarter Century Club at Menno S. Martin Contractor Limited. Since 1974, he has perfected his carpentry skills, first as a Journeyman Carpenter in the field, and then taking on many new challenges and responsibilities in the office as a Design/Build Manager.

Mark is a craftsman, designer, project manager, and problem solver. He thrives on challenging projects like adding an addition to an existing house and making it look like it has always been there. His field experience allows him to quickly assess if a project can be done, how best to do it, and putting your ideas on paper. Mark can help you with any of your renovation needs.

After hours, Mark enjoys giving back to the community with his involvement as a Woolwich Township Councillor, an organizer and promoter of the Woolwich Area Trails, and with other volunteer work in his church and community.

 He can be reached by emailing: Mark or by phone at (519) 664-2245.

 
Trudy Leahey

Trudy LeahyFinance/Human Resource Manager

Trudy Leahey holds the position of Finance/Human Resource Manager at Menno S. Martin Contractor Limited. Her role includes handling all areas of accounting for the Company as well as human resource duties.

Trudy has a strong work ethic and determination to work with the whole team to get tasks done as efficiently as possible. She's always eager to share her ideas and listen to the ideas of others.

In her free time, Trudy enjoys spending time with family and friends and with a passion for travel is always thinking about her next adventure in life.

 
Laverne Brubacher

Laverne BrubacherChairman of the Board

Laverne Brubacher has been a part of Menno S. Martin Contractor Limited since 1965.  He became an owner in 1968 and in 1976 bought controlling interest in the Company from the founder – Menno S. Martin.  Menno retired in the late 1970’s.

The seamless transition to the Third Generation began in January 2010 when Art Janzen and Trent Bauman bought an initial stake in the Company.  Over the next number of years, Art and Trent’s ownership will increase.

During Laverne’s 45 years with the Company, he was actively involved in the Home Builders' Association at the local, provincial and national levels.  In acknowledgement of his contributions to the industry, Laverne has received numerous awards and recognitions over the years.

Laverne volunteers his time as Chair of the J. Steckle Heritage Homestead Board and the Sprucelawn Apartments for Seniors Board.  He's also a  member of the Program Advisory Committee for the Renovation Technician Program at Conestoga College, and various other church and community boards.