Speakers and Celebrities at the Calgary Renovation Show

Neil Harding Sleep Country

Sebastian Clovis HGTV CANADA

As one of HGTV Canada’s most beloved personalities, Sebastian has
enjoyed nearly a decade on the air waves as host of HGTV Canada's 'Save My Reno'
and 'Tackle My Reno' on top of being an indelible part of hit ensemble
series’ 'Home To Win' and 'Family Home Overhaul'. Sebastian is also the
proud creator and executive producer of the highly anticipated new HGTV Canada
series, 'Gut Job'.

In his role as President of Shoots N’ Leaves Media, Sebastian will be
the driving creative force for developing how the multifaceted world of
general contracting is brought to screen. Merging his media savvy
creativity with his real world renovation acumen, Sebastian will
continue to be the brain trust of what is happening in the renovation
industry and will lead the team to bring together industry experts, new
trends, trades and the stories of homeownership in an entertaining and
innovative way.

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Presentation topic: Renovation Considerations

Leigh-Ann Allaire Perrault DIY Expert

Leigh-Ann Allaire Perrault is a TV personality, colour and design expert, and spokesperson for Rust-Oleum Canada. For the past 16 years, Leigh-Ann has been sharing her hands-on approach to DIY and design on Canada’s longest running daytime television show, Cityline. Her work has gained attention for being unapologetically frugal without sacrificing quality and style, and along with being a regular contributor to various national print publications, her projects have been shared internationally. After spending 6 years as a professor of Colour Theory at Sheridan College, Leigh-Ann is now a sought-after speaker lecturing about colour, DIY, and interior design trends.

Social: @leighannallaire

Presentation Topic:

If it ain't broke, don't fix it... PAINT IT!
There's no need to go broke on an expensive kitchen demo when you can do a DIY reno and affordably transform every surface in your space. From painting outdated countertops and floors to refacing an old backsplash and cabinets, Leigh-Ann Allaire Perrault will share her expert how-to tips and tested product tricks to create a magazine-worthy kitchen for less.

Michelle Beaudoin + Summer Lim-Proulx Superior Cabinets Senior Design Consultants

Superior Cabinets presents the Ask the Kitchen Experts panel discussion. So, you are planning to renovate your kitchen. You have spent countless hours researching online, but you still have questions. This is your opportunity to hear the local Kitchen Experts from Superior Cabinets answer some of the most common cabinet and kitchen renovation questions and ask your own. The experts will also share their biggest planning mistakes. Don’t miss this opportunity to prepare yourself better as you embark on the most exciting renovation journey of your life.

ABOUT SUPERIOR CABINETS
Since 1980, Superior Cabinets has been designing, building, and installing dream kitchens. Work with one of the Kitchen Design Experts at Superior Cabinets, who can help you plan, design, and order your cabinets. Every job is made-to-order, designed, and personalized specifically for your lifestyle, space, and budget. Superior Cabinets sells through their kitchen design showrooms in Calgary, Edmonton, Saskatoon, and Regina, leveraging their cabinet production facility in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Make Superior Cabinets your first stop. Family Owned and Operated Since 1980.
Website for Hyperlinking:https://superiorcabinets.ca/

Presentation Topic: Superior Cabinets Presents: Ask the Kitchen Experts – Panel Discussion hosted by Andy Thorn, GM Superior Cabinets

Ben Hildebrandt Principal Investigator – Building and Material Sciences

Ben received an Architectural Technologies diploma from SAIT in 2013 with a focus in Building Development Technologies and has worked for several years as a building science technologist. During that time, he diagnosed and oversaw the repair of building envelope issues in single and multi-family buildings. He has also served as a building envelope consultant on multiple multi-family and commercial construction projects in Calgary and Fort McMurray. Ben’s focus with Green Building Technologies at SAIT is to oversee building and material science related research. He also supports the development of educational curriculum to help increase the adoption of green, high performance building design and construction concepts.

Presentation Topic: Get the Most Out of Your Renovation: Understanding Deep Energy Retrofits and why you should consider this

• What is a deep energy retrofit?
• How does a deep energy retrofit relate to a renovation?
• Benefit of deep energy retrofits
• Key considerations of deep energy retrofits.

Adam Weir Renovation Specialist

Adam Weir has a multitude of interests and abilities. From a young age, he taught himself magic and worked that into a business for himself at the age of twelve. He graduated with Honours from the Television Broadcasting program at Algonquin College and moved to Montreal to further explore the Television and Movie Industry. Here he worked behind the scenes concluding with a job as a 3rd Assistant Director. That led to his own stage show as a Magician on Discovery Cruise Lines.

He later moved to Toronto, which led him to work on the last 13 television seasons on some of the most successful series for HGTV. These experiences honed his affinity and skills in construction work. During this time, he worked in a variety of roles including construction coordinator, project manager and on-camera talent, most recently on 3 seasons of Island of Bryan. Since leaving the Island, he has produced, directed, and filmed a number of videos for suppliers and sponsors. He has most recently acquired the exclusive rights to EZ Dock in the Kawarthas (ezdockkawartha.ca).

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Presentation Topic: The Magic of Construction

Benjamin Heninger, P.Eng / Foundation Specialist Foundation Repair Specialist / Civil Engineer

Benjamin Heninger is an accredited professional civil engineer with over 25 years of experience in the construction industry and is the founder of groon construction. He is a born-and-raised Calgarian, who takes pride in operating with integrity, efficiency, practicality and ingenuity. Using his engineering expertise, he solves complex problems and educates his clients. Heninger has been in good standing with the association of professional engineers and geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) for the past 17 years.

groon construction is a Calgary based boutique construction company specializing in concrete foundation waterproofing solutions since 2003. They believe that your concrete foundation's stability, functionality, and integrity are critical for a safe and healthy home.

Presentation topic: Why your basement is the most important room in your house.

website: www.groon.ca
instagram:groon_construction
Linkedin:groon construction

2023 Main Stage Guests