Chris Smith
CFO/CEO/Partner
For over 35 years, Chris has owned and run a very successful Waterloo business. He brings expertise in managing people, integrity and an unparalleled work ethic. Chris’s passion for real estate and renovation started when he bought his first home at the age of 18. Since then, he has purchased seven more and renovated all of them. A landlord and a big-picture thinker, Chris has a great sense of what gives the best return on investment and believes quality service is paramount.
Brent Jaworski
Renovation Technician
Brent Jaworski brings over 16 years of construction experience to Go Hard Renovations. Trained through a homebuilding program and a Renovation Technician Diploma from Conestoga College, he specializes in renovations, custom home framing, townhouses, and structural work. Brent’s expertise and commitment to quality make him a key member of our team.
Sam Scott
Renovation Technician
Sam graduated in June 2022 from the Renovation Technician Program at Conestoga College. He has his Pre-Service Firefighter Diploma at Conestoga College. Sam is also a volunteer fire-fighter with Puslinch Township. He has worked in the landscaping, decking, and hardscaping field for several years. Sam brings an excellent work ethic and a superb attitude to the team. We are thrilled to have him on board.
Shane Felhaber
Lead Contractor/Red Seal Carpenter
Partner
Shane has 15 years of experience as a carpenter. He is Red Seal certified and has a keen eye for detail. Shane is highly skilled in all areas of home renovation. Whether it's cabinets, flooring, structural work, tiling, drywall or fine details, he is meticulous and laser-focused. He is dedicated to his craft and it shows.
Coleman Smith
Renovation Technician
Coleman graduated in 2023 from the Renovation Technician Program at Conestoga College. He brings a fantastic attitude to the team. Coleman is a quick learner and a young man with a positive outlook on each task he takes on. We are so excited to have him on the team. FUN FACT: (Coleman is Chris and Melissa’s loving nephew)
Liliana Costa
Interior Designer/Project Coordinator
Liliana graduated from Humber College with honours. She brings skills in design software, strategic planning and has estimating skills with another home renovation company. She wears many hats as our client liaison, estimator, designer and project coordinator. Our clients and sub-trades are in great hands.
Melissa Smith
Principal Designer/Social Media Manager
Melissa has been a visual designer for 30 years. She owned a digital home interiors business, as well as a furniture business, and previously was a Design Professor at Conestoga College.
She has won numerous design awards throughout her career and has extensive knowledge of colour theory, design principles, and design software. Melissa has a deep love for home interiors and is committed to creating spaces that reflect each client's unique interests and styles.
Wyatt Smith
Renovation Technician
Wyatt graduated in June 2022 from the Renovation Technician Program at Conestoga College. He has 2 years of Housing and Real Estate at UofG and has switched gears to fulfill his passion in home renovation and Real Estate investing. Wyatt has completed his Red Seal Apprenticeship and is awaiting his final exam date.
