Our Story

Nour utilizes her 13 years of experience as a workforce advisor, mentor, and influencer to inspire youth to make informed career choices that challenge the status quo. Her experiences are not just limited to the workplace. Nour watched her mother struggle and persevere as she started and grew a successful auto parts company in a male-dominated field. Through her work with other non-profits, she dreamt of the idea of Build A Dream and decided to go full force with the organization to bring it to life. She is a passionate force of nature and a workforce disruptor, challenging ideas and companies views of women in the workforce and how we can improve them. 

Education: Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Masters in Business Administration

Justine is the Director of Events here at Build a Dream, and is a bit of a Jill of all trades. She has a birth doula certificate from CAPPA, a B.Sc. in Biological Sciences from the University of Guelph, and an End of Life Doula certificate from Douglas College. When she is not organizing amazing events, you can find her supporting new and growing families through her business, Love the Bump.

Justine is a spreadsheet enthusiast, a boy mom, an ice cream addict, and self-professed birth nerd. She loves spending her down-time watching bad television, hanging out with her sister, and failing pretty hardcore at pub trivia.

A Marketing bachelors and Masters graduate Joseph has always had a passion for Marketing, with him now bringing his skills over to Build a Dream to help us continue to Dream Big!

Like Jay (our Data Analyst and Technical Producer) Joseph loves to watch soccer and even supports the same team. Go Manchester United! If you don’t find him watching soccer you can also find him at any nearby soccer field, watching Real housewives of Beverly Hills or trying to keep his reflexes sharp with some solid gaming!

When it comes to all things tech, Jay’s our guy! He graduated from the data analytics program at St. Clair College acquiring several skills, and talents, and is eager to continue helping us all dream big together! Has also most recently become our unofficial coffee machine cleaner!

While off the clock, Jay likes to spend time watching his favorite sports like soccer, soccer, some more soccer, and Formula 1 with his friends.

Brandon is a new addition to the Build a Dream team! He holds a Bachelor’s in Business Administration, accompanied by a minor in Human Resources.

Outside the professional sphere, Brandon‘s enthusiasm for the Miami Dolphins, an NFL team, is truly infectious. You might catch him in the act of passionately discussing plays with the TV, as if the players could hear the cheers and advice. When not engrossed in football, Brandon finds solace in the company of friends, sharing laughter and creating memories. A self-professed Netflix aficionado, he is no stranger to immersive binge-watching sessions of any series that captures his interest.

Pinky is our newest member of the Dream Team, a dedicated Project Manager with a passion for bringing ideas to life. Armed with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology Honors with thesis, as well as minors in Business Administration, she thrives on understanding human behaviour and optimizing processes.

When she is not immersed in project timelines, you’ll find her engrossed in the world of books or exploring new coffee shops. She runs a TikTok account where she delves into the captivating universe of books, sharing her thoughts, and humour.

Nothing brings people together like an event! Creating unforgettable experiences, one event at a time is Claudio’s undeniable passion. Big or small, he loves to make ideas come alive.

Claudio is committed to excellence as the Event Manager for Build a Dream through team collaboration and to sharing his knowledge with others in creating incredible, awesome events. Build a Dream, Claudio feels privileged and excited to work with such a talented and passionate team to focus on that special niche that will inspire, motivate and connect all the right synergies for a winning and meaningful event.

Meet Bhoomi, the nature-loving workaholic who’s been in the game since she was 17- that’s more years than a cat has lives! Armed with degrees in Journalism, Advertising and Marketing.

She’s got a touch of Phoebe’s quirkiness and a penchant for fashion, always ready for an adventure. During her off-hours, you could stumble upon her, contemplating a spontaneous tattoo, infusing a burst of excitement into every endeavour. Bhoomi is a dedicated workaholic with her feet on the ground and her head in the sky, drawing inspiration from nature and the endless skies above. Shifting seamlessly from spreadsheet wizardry to captivating content creation, she’s your go-to for turning the spotlight on.

Shelly-Ann is a dedicated and results-oriented Project Coordinator with a diverse background in sales, marketing, business administration, and customer service. with strong organizational and communication skills,  

Her educational journey includes Business Studies and Information System Management where she honed my analytical and problem-solving abilities. She has have walked the path of Childhood Education, highlighting her commitment to supporting and nurturing individuals. I’ve also served as President of the Church Youth Group, demonstrating her passion for community involvement and leadership. 

Shelly-Ann has excelled in roles that demand attention to detail and the ability to meet and exceed targets, consistently tracked performance and optimized strategies to achieve goals. With her diverse skill set and educational background she is ready to take on the role of project coordination and is excited to contribute to the successful execution of projects to Build a Dream.

Chloe studied at Brock University graduating in in 2022 with a bachelor’s in applied science. She then changed paths and went to Niagara College’s Social Media Management graduate program and graduated from that in 2023.

Chloe owns her own social media boutique called 89 Social Club and a wedding content creation business called 89 Wedding Club. She is also a social media nano influencer and I have the time to dedicate to it!

Chloe likes to spend her downtime watching her favourite shows like Gilmore Girls and Gossip Girl. She also likes to spend her spare time trying out new cafes and taking her dog Freya on adventures. Before she moved to Windsor she would spend her free days in Toronto hanging out with her best friend.

Jenna is our Human Resources Manager at Build a Dream. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in English/Social and Applied Human Sciences from the University of Guelph, and a Post Graduate Certificate in Human Resources Management from Conestoga College. Jenna brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the team, having served as an HR professional across various sectors and industries and is passionate about creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace culture, where everyone feels valued and empowered.

Outside the office, Jenna is a true coffee enthusiast and when she’s not sipping on her favorite brew, you’ll likely find her with a good book, exploring worlds through literature. She believes that books, much like people, are invaluable resources that offer new perspectives and insights.

Alisha has a Diploma in Early Childhood Education from St. Clair College and a Bachelor of Arts in History from Queens University. She is a mom to 2 kids, 3 cats and 1 dog. In 2023 she started a small soap and candle business called Tell The Bees Unique Products. She also enjoys travelling Ontario with her partner, her children and her camera. She loves nature photography. She is an avid collector of old books, tarot decks, and crystals. She enjoys reading, gaming, crafting, and sleeping.

Edgar Allan (aka Eddie) and his big brother Po are our lovable office dogs. They spend their days at Build a Dream cuddling, playing with their favourite toys, lending a helping paw when needed and sleeping on the job. Eddie and Po are an essential part of the Dream Team due to their bubbly personalities and carefree attitudes. Their favourite quote, you ask?

“Those who dream by day are cognisant of many things which escape those who dream only by night.” – Edgar Allan Poe

Delaney attended Build A Dream Expos in high school where she connected with The Carpenters Union Local 494. Upon completing her secondary school education, she signed in as a Drywall, Acoustic and Lathing Applicator. Now in her third term, her job consists of a variety of different tasks from steel stud framing to drywall boarding to installing ceiling systems. Her goal is to inspire change within the industry, making it better for future generations of women pursuing the skilled trades.

Rebecca began her career in the skilled trades six years ago through a WEST (Women’s Enterprise Skills Training) and St. Clair College program for Industrial Millwright Mechanic. From there she acquired a job at Centerline as a machinist apprentice. She took on the apprenticeship as a single mom with three kids, working full time, and balancing school at night. She completed her 3 year apprenticeship, developing many skills along the way, and is now a Red Seal Machinist. Amid the pandemic she started working at the college at night as a teaching assistant for the apprenticeship programs. Although happy in her career with Centerline, when an opportunity arose to become a mechanic at Hiram Walkers, she couldn’t resist the exciting career change. She is currently transitioning into this new role, and is a master at tackling big life changes. Her goal is to simply let women know these careers exist and are available to them. And to be a resource, as needed, to those just starting out or considering a career in the skilled trades.