Meet the Team

Name: WHMIS in Fergus
Start: 2021-05-20T09:00:00-04:00
End: 2021-05-20T11:00:00-04:00
Location: Horizon Quest

Kervin Frey

Founder & CEO

Kervin leads with ten years of experience. Coming from a farming community he gained a zeal for serving rural businesses and through Horizon Quest has gained entrepreneurial success, including an international e-commerce business. Kervin and his wife Kendra live in Alma, ON.

Kendra Frey

Administrative Assistant

Kendra joined the company through marriage and brought to the team writing and administrative skills as well as emotional support for her husband, all vital to the team’s success. Kendra was born and raised in Pennsylvania and brings a valuable connection to our US division.

Gladys Bowman CPA, CGA

Chief Financial Officer

Gladys has more than ten years of experience in accounting and finance for small to mid-size companies. She graduated from Laurentian University with a Bachelor of Commerce degree and has a CPA designation. Gladys oversees and manages all financial aspects of Horizon Quest.

Willard Bauman

HR Director

Willard has been married to his wife Marilyn for forty-five years. They have raised three adult children. From 1984-2015, Willard co-owned and managed a bakery waste recycling facility. Presently, he enjoys spending time with his family, golfing, and volunteering at his church and in various charities.

Hanniel Ghezzi

Creative Director

Hanniel brings two decades of experience working for leading printing and manufacturing firms in the GTA since graduating from Graphic Communications Management at Ryerson. Hanniel enjoys running, serving in his church, and raising his four children with his wife Jannilea.

Estelle Whiteman

Business Administrator

Estelle comes to Horizon Quest with over 10 years of experience in office administration and customer service. She is a graduate of Millersville University and currently lives in Lancaster, PA with her husband and enjoys serving with youth programs in her church.

David Chiswell

Bookkeeping Assistant

David has over two decades of experience in retail management. Deciding on a career change, he obtained an Office Administration Certificate from Conestoga College. While studying David found a new passion and is now working towards a Bookkeeping Certificate.

David Ames

Accounting Associate

David recently obtained his Bachelor of Commerce degree in Accounting from Guelph University. David grew up in Newcastle but currently resides in Guelph. David aspires to obtain a CPA designation in the future.

Donna Martin

Customer Service

With over 27 years of HR, customer service, and administrative experience, Donna joined the team at Horizon Quest Hanover as a customer service representative for our Mucksters Supply Corp. division. Donna lives near Hanover with her husband and family. She enjoys nature walks and time with her grandchildren.

Paula Pothemont

Program Assistant

Paula obtained her Certified Management Consultant designation in 2004. Under the Canadian Association of Management Consultants, she worked with the Ontario Professional Development Committee and presented training sessions. Paula founded the Change Management Interest Group. Paula’s interests include mentoring, The Wisdom and The Truth working in love.

Tricia Brinco

Territory Sales Representative

Tricia has been in the advertising industry for over twenty years and uses her sales and marketing expertise to help her clients meet their marketing goals. She enjoys golfing, hiking, reading, gardening, cooking, and baking. She also enjoys spending quality time with family and friends.

Nate Groff

Territory Sales Representative

Nate served in the US Navy for four years before entering the sales field. He now has over ten years of experience in sales and customer service. Nate enjoys being outdoors and playing golf or spending time with friends and family.

Marcie Szymanski

Graphic Designer/Coordinator

Marcie has over twenty-one years of experience as a Graphic Designer and Photographer. She strives to master new opportunities as they are presented to her. Marcie’s biggest achievement is her family, three beautiful kids and a wonderful husband that she loves to spend time with.

Sherrie Martin

Graphic Designer/Photographer

Sherrie brings a decade of experience helping small business owners in rural and small-town communities market their businesses through strategic and creative graphic design. Her passion is helping clients succeed at reaching the people they are in business to serve.

Laura Vidal

Brand Management & Design

Laura grew up in Elora and worked part-time at Horizon Quest between studying graphic and web design at Sheridan College. She then moved to Toronto where she now lives with her husband while working remotely as a full-time designer. Laura strives to create designs that engage and delight.

Ilir Pllana

Web Developer/Designer

Ilir is a Web Developer/Designer with skills in graphic design. He grew up and lived in Kosovo until he moved to Kitchener in 2015. Ilir has an Advanced Diploma in IT Innovation and Design from Conestoga College. He enjoys watching sports and playing soccer.

Christy Martin

Training Specialist

Christy’s expertise includes managing people, coaching, and training. She has successfully led employees to reach optimal productivity while meeting performance expectations. Christy spends many hours hiking Centre Wellington trails with her Husky and camera.