Meet The Team

Nathan has called the Vernon area home for the past 20 years. Where his passion for building began early, framing houses while still in high school. That first hands-on experience sparked a lifelong dedication to craftsmanship and quality. Over the years, he’s worked across nearly every part of construction, from framing to full custom home builds, each project sharpening his skills and eye for detail. The lessons he’s carried through it all are simple but defining: take pride in your work, never cut corners, and always keep learning. Drawn to Elk Ridge for its strong culture, craftsmanship, and well-equipped shop, Nathan brings a steady, reliable presence to every build. He takes genuine satisfaction in seeing a project come together from start to finish. Built right, built to last, and built with care. Outside of work, Nathan loves snowboarding, camping, fishing, hiking, and swimming with his family, enjoying all four seasons the Okanagan has to offer. His approach to both life and building is straightforward: “Do it once, do it right.”

Troy grew up in Vernon and Lumby before spending years working across Canada in the modular and camp industries. With more than a decade of experience in modular housing, Troy has worked on everything from large-scale oilfield camps and mining projects to community housing projects and net-zero developments throughout BC. One of the standout milestones in his career was helping design and build a 2,500-person camp from the ground up in Bear Lake. Before joining Elk Ridge, Troy spent years self-employed, building experience across carpentry, plumbing, craning, equipment operation, and modular installation. His ability to adapt across trades, solve problems on-site, and manage complex installs has made him a key part of the transportation and set crew. More recently, he’s taken pride in learning the craft of metal installation and contributing to the finished exterior details that bring each project together. After more than 10 years working on the road, Troy was ready for a better work-life balance and the opportunity to stay closer to home while continuing to work in an industry he genuinely enjoys. At Elk Ridge, he brings a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a deep appreciation for building quality spaces that last. Outside of work, Troy is happiest outdoors — camping, quading, hiking, gardening, and spending time with family. His philosophy is simple: “Do unto others as you would have done for yourself.”

Robin has always loved working with his hands and knew from an early age that he wanted to be a builder. One of his first big projects was building scoreboards for his local hockey arena, an experience that taught him problem-solving, perseverance, and the value of learning on the fly. When he came across Elk Ridge on Indeed, he immediately connected with the company’s craftsmanship and purpose. After learning more about the products, he knew he wanted to be part of the team. Robin brings positivity, drive, and a strong sense of teamwork to every build, motivating those around him with his energy and passion for the craft. He takes pride in creating spaces people can truly love and in helping keep the crew motivated and having fun along the way. Outside of work, Robin enjoys cooking, spending time with family, golfing, playing frisbee golf, and working on projects at home. He’s fascinated by ancient architecture and history and believes that smiling is the key to happiness. For Robin, building at Elk Ridge is more than a job. It’s a chance to help bring people’s dreams to life while building a good life of his own.

David grew up in Langley, BC, and spent most of his career in warehouse operations, eventually working his way up to operations and terminal manager before retiring. Over the years, he’s also worked on the railroad, in logging, and even as a pub manager, gaining a lifetime of experience in leadership and hard work. Those years taught him the importance of leading by example and listening to people, values he still brings to the job every day. After his son introduced him to Elk Ridge, David joined the team eager to learn new skills and contribute wherever he could. Now, he takes pride in helping others understand strong work ethics while learning the craft of metal installation on builds. Known for his easygoing nature and sense of humor, David keeps the team grounded and laughing in equal measure. Outside of work, he enjoys playing guitar, building things at home, and living a simple but active life. As he puts it, “I had two choices... tour the world as a rock star, or work for Elk Ridge Cabin Co. I chose Elk Ridge because it has way better management.”

Kevin was born and raised in Kitchener, Ontario, where he grew up surrounded by nature, summers in the Muskokas, and years in the Scouts Canada program. Those early outdoor adventures sparked a lifelong love of exploration that eventually led him west. After two incredible years traveling across the country in his van, Lucinda, Kevin and his fiancée put down roots in British Columbia. He got his start in carpentry through his family’s business, a three-generation company built on integrity, quality, and teamwork. Values he’s carried into every project since. When he discovered Elk Ridge, he was immediately drawn to the craftsmanship and creativity of the builds. Today, he’s proud to be part of a team that shares his dedication to doing things right and never stops learning. Kevin brings a positive mindset, steady skill, and genuine enthusiasm to every job site. Outside of work, he’s passionate about hunting, fishing, and prospecting. Even finding enough gold with his fiancée to make their own wedding rings. They now spend their time exploring, metal detecting, and adventuring with their husky, Maya, and their daughter. For Kevin, life is all about embracing the wild ride and finding joy in every moment.

Collin grew up between Calgary, Tsuu Tina Nation, and the Okanagan, grounded from an early age in family, culture, and time spent on the land. He got his start at 17 working in a cabinet shop, and by 19 had found his way into modular home building where his passion for carpentry took hold. Over the next 20 years he sharpened his skills across carpentry, renovations, and welding, eventually earning his Red Seal. One of his most meaningful personal builds along the way was his first sweat lodge, built with red willow along Okanagan Lake. When Collin came across Elk Ridge on social media, the fit was immediately clear. A company that builds with purpose and takes quality seriously aligns with everything he values as a tradesman. He brings deep modular building experience, strong production knowledge, and a work ethic rooted in doing things right the first time. At Elk Ridge, he shows up ready to contribute and takes genuine pride in building homes that are made to last. Outside of work, Collin is a husband and father of six, and his family is the center of everything. You'll find him on the sidelines at hockey, lacrosse, and baseball, out on the land hunting and harvesting, or exploring on his quad. He lives by a straightforward philosophy: work hard, take pride in what you build, and provide for your family.

Holly grew up around Armstrong, BC, while also spending time living in places like Thompson, Manitoba and exploring parts of the United States along the way. Her path hasn’t always been easy, but those experiences helped shape her resilience, optimism, and ability to keep moving forward no matter the challenge — something she brings into her work every day along with a positive attitude and strong attention to detail. Before joining Elk Ridge, Holly spent most of her career working in kitchens, where she developed a strong work ethic, adaptability, and appreciation for teamwork. Although construction was a completely new industry for her, she was drawn to the craftsmanship behind the builds and eager to learn something new. Today, Holly takes pride in preparing completed units for clients, making sure every cabin or sauna feels fresh, clean, and ready for its new owners. She loves seeing the finished product come together and helping showcase the care and effort that went into every build. Outside of work, Holly enjoys music, live performances, crafting, and constantly learning new creative skills. One philosophy she carries with her comes from Gandalf the Grey: “All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us.”

Joshua grew up in Lumby, BC, where he developed a strong connection to both the outdoors and hands-on work from an early age. Coming from a family rooted in construction, he started working alongside his dad young and followed that passion into a career spanning residential and commercial construction, forestry, and mineral exploration. Those experiences helped shape his strong work ethic, positive attitude, and belief that attention to detail always matters — even in the small things. Before joining Elk Ridge, Joshua worked on a wide variety of projects, including several hospitals, while also spending years working in the woods. He was drawn to Elk Ridge through a shared passion for attainable, non-traditional housing and the opportunity to combine his love of building with the outdoor lifestyle he values so much. Today, Joshua enjoys collaborating with the team to create unique builds that people can genuinely connect with and afford. He takes pride in bringing a positive mindset, attention to detail, and practical experience to every project. Outside of work, he enjoys hiking, fishing, gardening, and cooking, and values building a strong sense of community with the people around him. He is also currently pursuing a diploma in sustainable building design and construction management, with a particular interest in off-grid building and sustainable living. One philosophy he carries with him is: “Sometimes you just need to find a mountain.”