About FLOFORMOur Staff
Executive Biographies
E.J. (Ted) Sherritt
President & Chief Executive Officer
1995 was a big year for Ted Sherritt. Not only did he start working at FLOFORM as Vice President of Finance, he also got married, became a father, bought a car, tent rental business and camper! Life is still exciting for Sherritt, who says he loves coming to work every day, and most enjoys FLOFORM’s people, who he calls the most committed in the industry. Day to day, Sherritt provides leadership through building relationships with major customers and suppliers, planning company strategy, training management, and motivating the staff. Sherritt enjoys golf, fine wines, fishing and family time. He’ll also be a grandfather soon, something he’s thrilled about!
Britt Karlson
Chief Operating Officer, Canada
When he’s not working on his house, keeping up with his three girls or enjoying his favorite red wine, you just might find Britt Karlson going through a pile of FLOFORM’s customer comment cards. Britt says that’s what inspires him most in his job as Chief Operating Officer of FLOFORM’s Operations….especially since those comments are always positive and come from happy, satisfied customers. Britt came to FLOFORM in 2008, overseeing day to day operations for the company’s Canadian branches. In his previous job, he helped arrange capital for growing companies including FLOFORM. Britt loves the great team he gets to work with and looks forward to its continued growth in both size and capability.
Karen Teasdale
Vice President - Finance, Canada
Karen oversees and leads all areas of finance, accounting, taxation and insurance for FLOFORM (Canada). With the company for 12 years, Karen most enjoys the fast-paced, constantly-evolving work environment, as well as the many opportunities for personal growth and advancement FLOFORM provides. As if she wasn’t busy enough at work, Karen is also ring-leading a young family that takes up the rest of her energy. As time permits, she enjoys volunteering at her kids’ school and on the daycare board, and helping out at her local community centre.
Marie Boding
Vice President - Finance & Administration, USA
As Vice President of Finance and Administration, Marie Boding is in charge of all things money and paperwork...whether that’s company strategy, risk management, or operational business matters. Marie first started with FLOFORM as a consultant, but quickly moved into a full-time position due to her vast amount of knowledge and excellent work ethic. Marie is driven by making a difference---things like helping employees develop their knowledge and skills, or helping ownership make good business decisions. In Marie’s spare time she enjoys cooking, eating and traveling to sunny places. Marie admits the eating and the swimsuit thing don’t always go so well together – thus, her goal to develop an interest in exercise.
Mike Birdwell
Chief Operating Officer, USA
An excellent view, an excellent meal, excellent customer service, virtually any kind of excellence is what motivates FLOFORM’s Chief Operating Officer, USA, Mike Birdwell. He applies that attitude to his excellent job too –directing and coordinating all of the company’s sales, marketing, and US operation functions. With FLOFORM since 2002, Mike says he enjoys working in a vibrant culture, with some of the most professional and fun people he has ever worked with, many of whom have become close friends. For fun, Mike enjoys biking, hiking, camping and golf…or just kicking back around a fire with friends and family.
Jody Manis, PHR
Human Resources Director, USA
Jody Manis is an expert when it comes to all things HR related like employee benefits, compensation, legal compliance and staffing. Before joining FLOFORM in late 2010, Jody had 12 years of executive level Human Resources experience. Her favorite part about working at FLOFORM is what she calls the “awesome” employees….fitting, since those are the folks she deals with every day! In her free time, Jody likes to hike, bike, travel, garden, and spend time with her friends and family. She is continually inspired by experiencing the miracle and beauty of nature and stories about the perseverance of people that have overcome unimaginable obstacles in life.
Kelsey Zaste
Human Resources Coordinator, Canada
Kelsey is a new addition to FLOFORM, but already Kelsey knows what she likes best about her job – the culture. As Human Resources and Payroll Coordinator, Kelsey gets to see employees’ passion for their jobs up close. She loves seeing people succeed in roles that they love, and companies succeed because employees are committed to its vision. Kelsey has also taken the extra step to further her career, earning her Certified Human Resources Professional designation. Outside of work, Kelsey is enjoying time with her young son and watching him grow.
Allen Brent
Vice President - Sales
Regional Vice President Allen Brent is in his 10th year with FLOFORM…keeping busy managing both market and shareholder growth in Alberta and British Columbia. Allen enjoys interacting with customers and associates through the various FLOFORM business units. At home, he has the pleasure of watching his boys growing up, traveling with his family, and participating in a wide range of sports like hockey, fishing, hunting, surfing and snowboarding.
Scott Bittner
Branch Manager, Calgary, AB
Scott Bittner was told by a friend years ago he just “had to meet” FLOFORM’s CEO Ted Sherritt. That was in 2003 and he’s been a branch manager with the company ever since. Bittner is continually impressed by the culture at FLOFORM, his co-workers and the company’s commitment to quality. Outside of work, Scott likes sports, reading and spending time with his family.
John Eustace
Branch Manager, Saskatoon, SK
These days, he’s building a lake cottage. But that’s nothing new for John Eustace. Building things—like companies—is what he does. With FLOFORM’s Saskatoon operation since 1978 (he was the third employee), there’s no job John hasn’t done or had a hand in doing from the shop floor to installations to sales. In fact, he has two roles with FLOFORM in Saskatoon—as Branch Manager, and as General Manager for the company’s stone division. John takes his work seriously but still finds time for fun and laughs with his co-workers and customers. In his free time, he enjoys his kids and grandkids, fishing, golfing, snowmobiling, skiing and traveling...And working on that lake cottage.
Andrew Mcleod
Branch Manager, Vancouver, BC/Lower Mainland
Andrew MacLeod is inspired each day by FLOFORM’s growth each month, quarter and year. Branch Manager of FLOFORM’s Vancouver branch since 2010, Andrew is in charge of sales, marketing and operations, and says all of that growth and success would not be possible without the great people that make up great teams at FLOFORM. Andrew is no stranger to FLOFORM. In his previous role as a Regional Sales Representative for Wilsonart International, he was a supplier to FLOFORM and worked with all of the company’s Western Canada branches. A former competitive hockey player, skier and motorcyclist, Andrew likes to stay active. In his spare time, he enjoys playing golf with friends.
Sarah Mendoza
Branch Manager, Portland, OR
Portland Branch Manager, Sarah Mendoza, says she’s most inspired by self-aware business women who have a goal, develop a plan, and stop at nothing to achieve that goal. She could easily count herself among them by what she’s accomplished since starting with FLOFORM in 2005. Sarah has worked in all areas of sales, showroom management and now branch management, where she strives to create an optimal environment for both customers and employees. Sarah does this through targeted sales meetings, ongoing training, market research and a strong commitment to exceptional service and integrity. For fun, Sarah likes to shake things up a bit with belly dancing, playing sports and board games, traveling and enjoying the outdoors.
Brian McIntyre
Branch Manager, Regina, SK
With the company since its early beginnings, Brian has seen it all. He has worked in every area of the business, starting in production in the late 1970’s and working his way up to Branch Manager. Brian was instrumental in helping develop a dealer network and valuable partnerships that contribute to the company’s success to this day. Brian enjoys being a “hands-on” type of manager, even loading trucks or helping on an installation if need be. A new grandfather, Brian enjoys spending time with his family and is big into sports. He coached his now-grown sons’ baseball and hockey teams, and stays active by bowling and playing softball. Now he says he’s even considering adding curling to the mix!
Ken Hilsenteger
Branch Manager, Kelowna, BC
Ken and his team at FLOFORM’s Kelowna branch seem to be fitting right in to this resort community dominated by small businesses. Whether at a Chamber of Commerce event or meetings with local business leaders, Ken says he’s proud of the positive feedback one of FLOFORM’s newest branch is receiving. As Branch Manager, Ken spends his days meeting and developing relationships with new and potential dealers, developers, designers, builders and retail customers. In his free time, Ken enjoys the panoramic view of the city from the dream home he recently finished building, as well as golf, exploring local vineyards and skiing. He’s also looking forward to getting back on the ice with a men’s hockey team he joined last year.
Travis Hoppe
Branch Manager, Spokane, WA
Travis is a newer addition to FLOFORM, but brings with him over ten years’ experience in the countertop industry. During a portion of that time, Travis owned his own granite business and with that he brings knowledge of all aspects of the industry. Travis most enjoys the people at FLOFORM and the friendly, team-oriented environment. Seeing a customer’s satisfaction at the end of their project is what inspires Travis the most. In his spare time, Travis enjoys spending time with his family, friends, his two English bulldogs and working in his yard. If you can’t find Travis in his yard you can probably find him out on the golf course.
Marketing Staff
Gavin van den Berg
Director of Marketing (Canada)
Ashley Hell
Director of Marketing (USA)
Katie Bobzien
Graphic Designer
Chris Morrissette
Social Media/Marketing Specialist


