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About Clermont Group

Clermont is a privately owned and operated completely integrated real estate development company located in Kingston, Ontario. Clermont and its associated companies have established a significant track record of success in the development and management of industrial, retail, office, recreational properties. Clermont offers a highly experienced and talented team. Our core competencies include: real estate development of commercial, residential and recreational assets; property management of commercial, residential and recreational assets; site servicing, utility construction and landscaping; and a wide array of consulting services including investment analysis, construction management and market research analysis. Focused on client needs, we are committed to providing unsurpassed service and achieving exceptional results.

EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT TEAM

Matthew Derbyshire
President

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Matthew is responsible for sourcing, analyzing, and acquiring new investment opportunities for Clermont. In addition to leading the company's expansion into new business areas, Matthew is responsible for the overall management and leadership of the company. Matthew is a graduate of Wilfrid Laurier (Honours Business), Clarkson University (MBA) and Queens University (Bachelor of Laws) and is a member of the Ontario Bar Association. In addition to his leadership role at Clermont, Matthew actively participates in a variety of community initiatives and in his spare time he enjoys travelling with his wife Jennifer and his three children Violet, Chloe and William.

Dana McCulloch
Vice President

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Dana has worked with the Clermont organization and affiliated companies for over fifteen years. She oversees all aspects of Clermont's audit functions and implements budgetary controls. With the help of her team, Dana is dedicated to ensuring her initiatives are implemented seamlessly across Clermont and its associated companies. Dana is a graduate of Carleton University and is involved in an array of fundraising initiatives. Most recently, has been actively involved with the Kingston General Hospital 'Black Tie Committee' (the single largest fund raising event for the Kingston General Hospital) and the University Hospitals Kingston Foundation Campaign. Outside of her leadership role at Clermont and her support of local charities, Dana enjoys spending time on the lake with her husband George and her two boys, Eric and Braeden.

Jason Derbyshire
Vice President

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Jason is responsible for overseeing Clermont's investment in CVCL Aaron's Inc. Established in 2007, CVCL Aaron's Inc. is an active franchise of Aaron's Inc. throughout the Eastern Ontario region operating stores in Pickering Belleville Trenton, and Kingston. Jason provides leadership and direction in team building, expanding markets, forming strategic alliances and achieving operational excellence. Jason successfully defines the needed organizational structures; recruits team members, implements operational protocols, and stabilizes the day to day activities. Jason is a graduate of Trent University (Honours Business) and he is actively involved in coaching children's soccer, ball hockey and ice hockey.  In addition to his leadership role at Clermont, Jason and his two boys Thomas-Jay and Burke, make a concerted effort to support local charitable organizations.

Alan Cosford
Controller

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Alan has recently joined Clermont after a successful career in the Banking Industry. He held several senior management positions with the Bank of Montreal including Area Manager and Senior Manager Commercial Banking. In addition to monitoring and controlling the financial activities of Clermont and associate companies; Alan is very involved in the community and is currently serving at the Hotel Dieu Hospital as a Member of the Board. Alan is a keen golfer and during the winter months enjoys curling and travelling with his wife Dot.

Mike Wallis
CVCL Aaron's Inc.

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Mike is a recent addition to the Clermont organization. Prior to being the Regional Manager for CVCL Aaron's Inc., Mike worked in the sales and lease industry for 12 years and he has held the positions of Store Manager, Regional Manager, Director of Sales and Marketing, and Director of Operations. Mike has operated stores in Washington, Idaho, Montana, South Dakota Wyoming, and Colorado. When he is not working or spending quality time with his family, Mike enjoys golfing and fishing.

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Carol Parks
Property Manager

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Carol provides leadership and direction for Clermont's residential, commercial and condominium property management business. With over 20 years of experience in her chosen field, Carol and her team deliver client-driven service to Clermont's customers on a daily basis. When not at work, Carol enjoys spending time with her family and friends.

Lesley Donovan
Property

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613-384-4477 ext. 200

Gary Evans
Maintenance Manager

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613-384-4477 ext. 206

SITE SERVICING AND LANDSCAPING

Mike Keirstead
Project Manager

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Mike provides the operational leadership for Clermont Landscaping. When Mike joined Clermont in 2008, he brought with him over 20 years experience in the site work and landscaping industry. He is a Canadian Certified Horticultural Technician in Landscape Installation, and he has been an Authorized Unilock Contractor for 14 years. In addition to providing site work and landscaping services for Clermont's development projects, Mike and his team regularly work for third party contractors involved in municipal, commercial and residential utility/ landscaping projects throughout Eastern Ontario. In his spare time, Mike enjoys golfing, playing hockey and spending time with his wife and daughters.

Josh Doornekamp
Site Supervisor

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613-384-4477

Peter Hancock
Lawn Maintenance Supervisor

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613-384-4477

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE CONTACTS

Jeff Johnston
Business Manager

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Jeff is responsible for supporting and working closely with the Clermont team in regards to Operations, Human Resources, Payroll, Benefits and Health and Safety. When Jeff joined Clermont in 2010 he brought with him over 17 years of business experience in various capacities for a major retailer. He is a graduate of the Business program at Trent University and has been a life-long Kingston resident. When not at work, Jeff enjoys spending time with his family at home, travelling or at the family cottage.

Angela Agostinelli
Accounting

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613-384-4477 ext. 204

Michelle Underhill
Accounting

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613-384-4477 ext. 205

 
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