Ji Yoon is President and CEO for the Canstar Group of Companies.  Ji is a seasoned senior executive with a diverse background in both private and public companies with over 25 years of experience in the manufacturing, building materials distribution, forestry and restoration industries.  Throughout his career, Ji has demonstrated a commitment to creating value for shareholders and building strong, high-performing teams. He has a history of delivering results, both in terms of financial performance and operational excellence.  He has a deep understanding of the financial and operational complexities of businesses, and has a history of driving growth, improving financial performance, and leading successful mergers and acquisitions.

Previously, Ji served as CFO for a fully integrated resource development and forest management company and prior to that he was the CFO and IT lead for On Side Restoration where he led the ERP systems development and mergers and acquisitions initiatives in growing their revenues and footprint across Canada.

Ji holds his CPA, CMA, FCMA and C. Dir designations.  He has a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Alberta, a Business Diploma (Honours) from Lambton College of Applied Arts and Technology in Sarnia, Ontario and an MBA from Queen’s University, Ontario.  He is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants UK, a Chartered Director and a Chartered Professional Accountant as well as a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. 

In addition to his professional pursuits, Ji is an active member of his community, has served on a number of public company boards, and is a mentor for young aspiring professionals.  In his free time, Ji is an avid car enthusiast, world traveller, fitness fanatic and dog lover.

With Ji's financial leadership, knowledge of corporate governance and vast industry experience, the company is well-positioned for continued success and growth.

Santosh Mohanan is the Executive Vice President for the Canstar Group of Companies. With nearly 20 years at Canstar, he provides executive oversight for Sales & Marketing and our shared services that support stakeholder interactions across Western Canada. During his tenure, Canstar has grown from 40 employees at a single branch to more than 400 employees across 18 branches.

Santosh has played a key role in strengthening Canstar’s industry engagement through RIA, Contractor Connection, and other associations. He is also a core member of the M&A team, leading integration across newly acquired companies.

A life-long learner, Santosh earned his MBA from SFU’s Beedie School of Business, along with a graduate certificate focused on business in the four largest economies in the Americas. Dedicated to his community, he serves on the board of the CrossRoads Hospice Society in Port Moody.

Outside of work, he enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time with his family.

Michael Nottingham is Vice President Operations for the Canstar Group of Companies. In this role, Michael assumes leadership for the Canstar facilities and operations, which encompasses 12 locations across Western Canada. He is also integral to the leadership for the highly experienced and successful hazardous materials team at NorHaz Solutions. In addition, Michael sits on the safety committee and is committed to the well being and success of his team. He brings a high degree of strategic planning and operational excellence and is a leader who embodies the companies’ mission, vision, and values.

Previously, Michael served as Director of Operations, where he worked with Canstar’s Project Management teams and their vender partners to ensure the quality and customer experience exceeded the expectations of its customers across multiple key segments. By installing a sense of pride to his role and overseeing Canstar’s success, Michael has helped lead the team through the challenges associated with the pandemic and ensured process flexibility during those unprecedented times.

Before joining Canstar, Michael worked in Seattle, Washington, as Director of Service for DSL Inc., a restaurant equipment, service, and construction company that is an innovative and technologically driven restaurant service and construction firm. He served in the operation and service departments as a leader delivering superior customer service to major international clients throughout Western Canada and Northwestern United States.

Michael is proud of his two daughters and is an alumnus of the Kamloops Blazers of the WHL. He is also an avid car enthusiast owning multiple classic American muscle cars.

Christine Gibson is the Vice President of Human Resources for the Canstar Group of Companies. In this role, Christine brings over 10 years of human resources experience in a variety of industries. She strives to create an engaging, safe, and rewarding work environment where every employee is empowered and confident in career growth and advancement. In this position, she oversees all aspects of human resources management including payroll and health and safety.

In her previous roles she gained a solid background in workforce planning and recruitment, occupational health & safety, succession planning and employee development and coaching.

Christine is a CPHR member and has completed leadership training specializing in recognizing one’s own interpretations of a situation or person to improve a relationship.

In her down time Christine enjoys reading and traveling with her husband and children.

Ken Zwiers serves as the Vice President of Northern BC for the Canstar Group of Companies. He oversees operations for Universal Restoration Services (“URS”) in locations including Prince George, Terrace, Smithers, and Quesnel. A proud resident of Prince George, Ken co-founded URS two decades ago. Under his leadership, and with a strong operations team, URS has emerged as the region's leading restoration company. Their emphasis on safety ensures top-notch performance that safeguards both clients and team members.

Ken's late father was a renowned developer in the Prince George area, having spent his entire life in northern BC. Before spearheading URS, Ken was involved in the family business and managed a value-added mill, exporting wood components to Japan and Germany.

Together with his wife, two sons, and a pair of dogs, Ken cherishes the vibrant outdoor lifestyle that Prince George offers.

Verne Locke serves as the Vice President, Prairie Region for the Canstar Group of Companies. With over 40 years of experience in the construction industry, including 23 dedicated years with Lydale, Verne brings an impressive legacy to this new role. Throughout his tenure, Verne has demonstrated not only exceptional technical skill in project management and operational excellence but also a deep commitment to quality, innovation, and collaboration. His passion for people and process is what has made him a leader that retains day to day familiarity with the business.

Verne works closely with all four Alberta and Saskatchewan branches, and teams across our companies, ensuring consistency and quality in every project and driving synergies throughout our organization. His objective is to help us realize our shared vision by fostering cooperation, championing high standards, and building connections that elevate both our people and our business.

Outside of work, Verne is known for his love of both outdoor and indoor projects, as well as his enthusiasm for traveling and golf. These passions reflect his belief in lifelong learning and his appreciation for new challenges, qualities we value and celebrate within our teams.

Gagan Sandhu brings strong financial leadership experience in strategy, planning, reporting, and compliance, helping support Canstar’s continued growth across Western Canada. He earned his CPA in Big Four public practice with KPMG and holds a Master of Professional Accounting from the University of Saskatchewan and a BBA (Honours) from Simon Fraser University.

Before joining Canstar, Gagan held a financial reporting leadership role with Adentra Group, a TSX-listed organization with approximately $2.2 billion in annual sales. In that role, he supported multiple M&A initiatives and contributed to enhancements in external reporting, internal controls, and cash flow management.

Outside of work, Gagan enjoys sports and volunteers as a youth soccer coach.