who has witnessed the decline of traditional handson skills as construction becomes increasingly prefabricated. Younger workers have not entered these trades at the same rate, creating gaps that many builders struggle to fill. For SLV Homes, however, the shortage presents an opportunity. “When clients are looking for skilled, custom work, we’re available,” Zagordo says. A GROUND-UP PATH TO LEADERSHIP Mark Zagordo’s progression within SLV Homes reflects a traditional apprenticeship model. After junior A hockey and time with the OHL Sudbury Wolves, he entered carpentry, completing an apprenticeship while handling hands-on site work. Over time, he advanced through framing and job management roles before assuming full operational responsibility. Earning his Red Seal certification plumbingwarehouse.ca sales@plumbingwarehouse.ca 888 840-6604 1639 Lasalle Boulevard, Sudbury, Ontario P3A 1Z8 LARGEST SHOWROOM IN NORTHERN ONTARIO 60 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01
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