Mandate
To develop a young executive’s network (under 40 years) in order to provide an atmosphere of networking to build relationships within the construction community; to present information, professional development and leadership or mentorship opportunities that will benefit the individual U40 members and their respective companies; to participate in community engagement initiatives; and to support and promote career paths in the construction industry.
U40 is proudly supported by the Vancouver Island Construction Association.
EVENTS
The VICA U40 Network has two separate functions every other month:
- Leadership Meetings:
Everyone is welcome to attend. The purpose is to discuss upcoming programming, as well as to plan and shape the committee.
- Networking & Professional Development Events:
All U40 members are encouraged to attend. These events vary, with each one focusing on fulfilling our mandate.
Sponsoring an event
Sponsorship varies and includes:
- Logo in promotional emails;
- Logo on the registration page;
- Signage at the event;
- Option to speak for five (5) minutes at the start of the event; and
- Option to distribute promo or marketing information to the network.
The U40 Central Island Leadership Team
| Yosef Suna | Knappett Industries | Chair |
| Byron Tarby | National Contracting Solutions | Vice Chair |
| Drew Fisher | Ecklundson Construction | Secretary |
| Tyler Cody | Osprey Electric | Sponsorship |
| Jason Howlett | Current Millwork Ltd. | Past Chair |
| Jennifer McAskill | Read Jones Christoffersen | Member-at-large |
| Stephanie Lindberg | Stephanie Lindberg Drafting & Design | Member-at-large |
| John Bradburne | IWCD Ltd. | Member-at-large |
| Serena Huppe | VICA | Member-at-large |