Raised in a small northern town in Quebec, Michael always had a natural disposition for planning and building. As a young child, he often carried a notebook of “plans” detailing various structures that he and his friends would build.
Michael went on to earn a Civil Engineering degree at McGill University. Following graduation, Michael honed his engineering and business skills as a project manager for prominent Toronto real estate developer Robert Mitchell and earned a certificate in construction law from Osgoode Hall Law School. More than twenty years later Michael has overseen the development and construction of many condominiums and commercial projects in Ontario and has built a reputation as a problem solver and trusted advisor to many developers.
As President and CEO, Michael is responsible for the strategic vision and direction of the company.
Adam Miller is a seasoned professional with nearly two decades of experience in the construction industry. He earned a degree in civil engineering from the University of Toronto and honed his construction and business experience with a hands-on approach to all phases of project life cycle without concern of getting his hands dirty.
Adam is enthusiastic about helping clients turn their vision into reality. He is a passionate problem solver with a knack for finding efficient solutions. He actively seeks out innovative ways to reduce the industry’s impact on the environment, working towards more sustainable development.
In his free time, Adam enjoys spending time with his family and friends at the cottage and engaging in his hobbies, where he can channel his creativity and find inspiration to bring to team.
With over twenty years of experience in the design, development and construction field, Drago joined the Grove PM team as a Senior Project Manager in 2020. He quickly became a key player on all active projects. His extensive experience, highlights the importance of clear and timely communication, maintaining project situational awareness, along with dynamic problem-solving techniques throughout the project life cycle.
Drago’s work philosophy is to lead by example, this is displayed in the way he is always looking to mentor, educate and develop the team at every opportunity. Furthermore, he considers that one of the most important values in the field is to always be open to learning, especially when it comes to new methodologies and procedures. Drago’s leadership extends outside of the construction industry as well, for over two decades he has been serving as an Officer in the Military Reserve.
Carlos has over 30 years of experience in the construction industry and is one of Grove’s foremost residential construction specialists. He has a track of achieving results for clients, no matter the size of the residential complex or complexity. Carlos has built over 20,000 residential units with projects across the world.
A leader in managing multi-million-dollar projects and consistently meeting or exceeding goals, Carlos has a proven ability to deliver results for clients, regardless of the size or complexity of projects.
Lee has over twenty years experience in the construction industry. As a Superintendent of our condominium projects, Lee is a big believer in being a team player, this aspect plays a huge part in his work philosophy. Additionally, he considers planning ahead as a vital asset when working in construction.
For Lee, the most gratifying aspect of working in the field is leading a team of construction professionals and seeing the evolution of the project from start to finish. Prior to joining Grove, Lee work in underground construction, an experience that required him to become an expert in the implementation of site safety protocols.
During his off-hours, Lee is very fond of sports and loves playing football or basketball with his son.
Dora holds a bachelor’s degree in Architecture from , in Peru. She is currently working as a Project Coordinator, supporting the team on one of our residential condominium projects.. Before joining the Grove team, Dora worked as a coordinator in institutional construction projects, where she got the opportunity to also be on the design team. The most fulfilling aspect of construction for her is to be part of the process, from an idea to a final product that serves a community.
She thinks the most important value in the industry is adaptability. Each project is full of surprises; therefore, it is essential to quickly respond to any of them while keeping a creative mind. In her off-hours, Dora loves listening to psychology podcasts and cooking new recipes.
Vrinda has over twenty years experience as a Gold Seal Superintendent and is a graduate of Humber College Civil Technology Program. He has successfully led highly skilled teams in the field to deliver several large scale projects in both the Residential and ICI sector in the GTA and overseas. Vrinda is able to rely on his experience and knowledge of varied construction processes to implement the most effective and efficient methods to make sure the desired outcome is achieved for all stakeholders, without compromise to quality or safety.
Vrinda has a proven track record of taking challenging projects to a successful conclusion in some of the busiest areas in the downtown core where safety and minimal disruption are of the utmost importance.
Joseph was immersed in real estate development & development from a young age through his involvement in his family’s well established business. Seeking deeper technical knowledge, Joseph completed both a Bachelor’s degree and Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Toronto, where he developed a strong foundation in construction and engineering.
Since completing his studies Joseph has specialized in the construction of complex developments the Greater Toronto Area. Joseph has consistently delivered exceptional results. His portfolio includes the successful delivery of more than 2.4 million square feet of GFA and a total value over 2.3 billion dollars.
Playing basketball competitively throughout his youth, Joseph developed a philosophy of hard work, discipline and a deep understanding of teamwork, principles which he seamlessly applies to his role as the Director of Development and Construction at Grove.
Mary directs all HR and Administration at Grove Inc. through Gore & Associates our trusted accounting partners. Mary is a certified QuickBooks Online & QuickBooks Desktop ProAdvisor. Mary’s service philosophy and sensitivity to clients’ needs ensures that every client feels valued through prompt and professional service.
Through our trusted partners Gore & Associates, Ashley provides the Grove team with office administration support. Ashley employs her degree in Business Administration and years of customer service experience to make every interaction with our office a delight. She brings to our office an effortlessly positive attitude and a detail-oriented, efficient work ethic.