Our trusted team has a proven track record in development, construction, and management
MEET THE TEAM
Our team of 22 dedicated and accomplished professionals combines expertise in development, construction, and management to deliver measurable results. Guided by discipline and integrity, we create enduring value for clients, stakeholders, and communities.
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FOUNDERS
Guiding the company with a shared vision and strong culture, ensuring every project is delivered with integrity, excellence, and measurable results.
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board members
Highly experienced professionals providing guidance across multiple disciplines to support informed decisions.
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TEAM MEMBERS
A carefully curated team, strategically assembled to deliver excellence and results at every stage of a project.
Principals
Founding and guiding the company with a shared vision and strong culture, ensuring every project is delivered with integrity, excellence, and measurable results.
RON SHEININ
Principal, General Manager
Biography
Ron is responsible for leading the day-to-day operations at Modcity, driving strategic direction, and ensuring the company consistently achieves its business objectives.
As co-founder of Modcity, Ron provides leadership across all facets of the organization, including operational and project management, financial oversight, and marketing strategy.
Ron attended Ryerson University for a Bachelor of Commerce in Business Management.
Ron.Sheinin@modcity.ca
CRANE LIU
Principal, Construction
Biography
Crane oversees all construction activities at Modcity, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, on time, and within budget. He is responsible for managing project schedules, directing subcontractors and superintendents.
Prior to co-founding Modcity, Crane owned and operated a custom home construction company for over a decade, where he delivered high-quality residential projects.
Crane holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from York University.
Crane.Liu@modcity.ca
ROhan sadana
Principal, Planning & Acquisitions
Biography
Rohan is responsible for the permitting process, financial underwriting and evaluating new acquisition opportunities.
Prior to co-founding Modcity, Rohan spent several years in various investment banking and private equity institutional roles at Desjardins Global Asset Management, BMO Capital Markets, and Alignvest Student Housing REIT.
Rohan holds a Bachelors in Business Administration with distinction from Ivey Business School at Western University.
Rohan.Sadana@modcity.ca
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Highly experienced professionals providing guidance across multiple disciplines to support informed decisions.
SERENA DENG
Board Member
Biography
Serena serves on the Board of Directors and is actively involved in capital raising efforts, strategic growth, and overall corporate oversight.
Serena spent several years in various investment banking and private equity roles at CIBC, BMO Capital Markets, and Oxford Properties.
Serena holds a Masters in Financial Economics with distinction from Rotman School of Management at University of Toronto.
Serena.Deng@modcity.ca
LUCA VALENTI
Board Member
Biography
Luca serves on the Board of Directors and provides oversight of financing activities with CMHC-insured and conventional lenders, including the arrangement of land acquisition, bridge, construction, and takeout financing.
Luca spent several years across institutional financing and property brokerage roles at Colliers and Oakbank Capital.
Luca holds a Bachelors in Honours Business Administration with distinction from Ivey Business School at Western University.
MAX GOYZMAN
Board Member
Biography
Max serves on the Board of Directors and provides strategic oversight of CMHC-insured construction, bridge, and takeout financing initiatives at Modcity.
Max spent numerous years across institutional financing roles at CMLS Financial and Peakhill Capital.
Max holds a Bachelors in Honours Business Administration with distinction from Ivey Business School at Western University.
ANTONIO NIRO
Board Member
Biography
Antonio serves on the Board of Directors and is actively involved in capital raising efforts and acquisition oversight. Antonio brings a decade of experience in Toronto’s mid- and high-rise sector across both condo and purpose-built rentals. He co-founded REACH Developments and holds an advisory role at Centrestone Urban Developments, two Toronto-based high-rise development firms, and previously held roles at Firm Capital. Antonio holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics from York University.
Team
A carefully curated team, strategically assembled to deliver excellence and results at every stage of a project.
YIGAL RIFKIND
Vice President, General Counsel
Biography
Yigal is a legal professional with over 20 years of experience in real estate and business law. Since 2004, he has built a strong track record in real estate litigation and trial advocacy, successfully setting precedents in the Superior Court of Justice.
As General Counsel for Modcity, Yigal reviews agreements and provides legal advice to the executive team.
Yigal holds both a Jurid Doctor (JD) and LLB with distinction from Osgoode Hall Law School at York University.
Peter gregorian
Vice President, Leasing
Biography
Peter oversees all leasing activity at Modcity, from securing AAA tenancies to streamlining the process of lease execution through to move-in.
He brings several years of experience in real estate alongside prior corporate experience in finance and sales roles at TD Securities and Subaru Canada.
Peter holds a Bachelors in Honours Business Administration with distinction from Ivey Business School at Western University.
Peter@propertypov.ca
MALCOLM OMORUYI
Vice President, Investor Relations
Biography
Malcolm leads the presentation of the Modcity multiplex—helping drive growth and building long term client relationships.
He brings several years of business development experience across notable institutions and high growth startups including DoorDash, Salesforce, TouchBistro, Replicant and Mappedin.
Malcolm holds a Bachelors of Commerce from Ryerson University.
Malcolm.Omoruyi@modcity.ca
PHILIP KUPERHAUSE
Vice President, Investor Relations
Biography
Philip plays a key role in the company’s capital raising efforts, client relationship management, and overall acquisition oversight.
Philip brings over 10 years of experience in business development, sales, and marketing, including with prominent high-rise developers such as IN8 Developments, where he was responsible for condominium sales.
Philip holds a Bachelors of Business Administration from Laurier University.
SARA CHEN
Manager, Sales & Marketing
Biography
Sara oversees sales and marketing activities at Modcity, supporting the company’s brand, communications, and project marketing initiatives.
Sara is responsible for coordinating digital campaigns, managing content across platforms, and ensuring consistent, best in class presentation of Modcity’s ongoing and completed developments.
TOMMY WANG
Manager, Construction
Biography
As Manager of Construction, Tommy brings more than 25 years of experience in the construction industry, overseeing on-site operations with a focus on efficiency, safety, and ensuring proper execution techniques are deployed by subcontractors.
Tommy’s expertise ensures that Modcity’s projects are executed seamlessly, from construction start to substantial completion, occupancy, and the warranty period.
SAM YANG
General Superintendent
Biography
Sam brings two decades of experience in low-rise residential construction, ranging from multi-unit developments to large custom and spec-built homes, with particular expertise in structural footings and foundation work.
As general superintendent, Sam oversees field operations across several of Modcity’s active developments, ensuring quality standards are upheld, managing major logistical challenges, and mentoring field teams.
JARED HU
General Superintendent
Biography
Jared brings over a decade of experience in low-rise residential construction, managing projects ranging from multi-unit developments to large custom and spec-built homes, with a specialized focus instructural framing.
As general superintendent, Jared serves as a critical link between project planning and on the ground execution, driving Modcity’s projects forward efficiently and to the highest standard of craftmanship.
Jared holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from York University.
JINWEI ZHANG
General Superintendent
Biography
With more than 15 years in low-rise residential construction, Jinwei has worked across multi-unit developments and large customand spec-built homes, specializing in structural footings and foundations.
As general superintendent, Jinwei is responsible for coordinating field operations across several of Modcity’s projects simultaneously, solving complex on-site logistics, keeping projects on schedule and on budget, and streamlining project execution from groundbreaking to completion.
MARK YE
Project Manager
Biography
Mark brings over a decade of experience in construction project management, with a strong focus on interior finishing.
At Modcity, Mark plays a critical role in delivering first-rate, detail-oriented interiors across the company’s multiplex developments, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and craftsmanship at every stage post rough-in.
RICKY YIN
Site Superintendent
Biography
Ricky brings over 10 years of experience in the construction industry to his role as Site Superintendent at Modcity, with a specialization in exterior finishes and groundworks.
Ricky is instrumental in ensuring that Modcity’s projects are delivered to the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.
DARREN NIAN
Site Superintendent
Biography
As a site superintendent, Darren is responsible for day-to-day operations across multiple active construction sites.
Darren brings over 10 years of experience in the construction industry, with a focus on interior finishing. Darren oversees the delivery of thoughtfully executed, premium interiors across Modcity's multiplex pipeline, ensuring excellent craftmanship at each stage.
FENG YIN
Site Superintendent
Biography
Feng serves as a Superintendent at Modcity, overseeing day-to-day activities across multiple construction sites. Feng brings over 10 years of experience in the construction industry, with a specialization in interior finishing.
He is responsible for coordinating trades, maintaining project schedules, and ensuring all work is executed in accordance with approved drawings, building codes, and quality standards.
Elisabeth bento
Property Manager
Biography
Elisabeth oversees the daily operations of Modcity’s completed multiplexes, playing an overall key role in preserving property value.
Elisabeth ensures each multiplex is well maintained and routine upkeep is carried out, tenants are supported, and repairs are addressed promptly.
Elisabeth.Bento@modcity.ca
luis pereia
Property Manager
Biography
Luis assists with the daily operations of Modcity's completed multiplex portfolio, contributing to the long term preservation of property value across the company’s portfolio.
Luis focuses on delivering proper on-site maintenance and high standards of upkeep, timely repairs and strong, consistent tenant support and communication.