Meet the Team

Real people, clear roles, and a genuine commitment to every project we touch.

Jack Zhou

President & Principal

Master Energy Advisor · Quality Assurance Specialist · CHBA Net Zero Energy Advisor & Trainer

I started AJEC because I believe energy efficiency work should be done right — with integrity, real expertise, and a genuine commitment to the builders we serve. Every person on this team was brought on because of their skill and because of who they are as people.

My building science journey started in 2004 with hands-on residential construction experience. Over 20 years later, I’m recognized as one of Canada’s most trusted experts in energy-efficient housing — and still deeply involved in shaping the standards the industry builds to.

Industry committees & advisory roles:

Board of Directors — Canadian Association of Consulting Energy Advisors
Technical Committee — Ontario Home Builders’ Association (OHBA)
CHBA Net Zero Renovations Advisory Group
Natural Resources Canada ENERGY STAR for New Homes Standard
City of Toronto Climate Advisory Group

jack@ajec.ca | 416-835-5382

The people you’ll work with

Kyle Yecla

Client Success Manager

kyle@ajec.ca

Your first point of contact. Kyle understands your project, assesses fit, and makes sure your onboarding is smooth — no pressure, just the right next step.

Olga Caddi

Office Operations Team Leader

olga@ajec.ca

Your main point of contact once a project is underway. Olga keeps everything moving — scheduling, paperwork, status updates — so you always know where things stand.

Jerry Li

Director of Technical Services

jerry@ajec.ca

Your go-to for code requirements, program specs, and technical questions. Jerry cuts through complexity and gives straight answers — in plain English.

Jacob Marques

Field Technical Team Leader

jacob@ajec.ca

Your on-site expert. Jacob handles all inspections, blower door testing, and site visits — and walks you through what’s happening on every visit.

Erickson Arano

Energy Modelling Team Leader

erickson@ajec.ca

Your expert for energy modelling, EnerGuide reports, and HOT2000 simulations. Erickson’s work is the technical foundation behind every deliverable AJEC produces.

Ella

Bookkeeper

bookkeeper@ajec.ca

Your contact for invoices, payments, and billing questions. Ella takes a no-surprises approach — you’ll always know what you’re being billed for and why.

Partners & Associates

Alice Huang

Director of Business Development

alice@ajec.ca

Paradeep Samaroo

Advisor

40+ years in new home construction across the GTA. Registered Energy Advisor, Registered Home Inspector, and specialist in ENERGY STAR, Savings by Design, and QA programs.

paradeep@ajec.ca

Want to work with this team?

Book a free 20-minute call with Jack and find out how AJEC can support your next project.

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