Priestly Demolition announces leadership appointments

Priestly Demolition Inc. (PDI), a King, Ontario-based provider of specialized demolition, environmental and infrastructure services, has announced a series of executive leadership appointments.

Shane Stewart has been appointed CEO and president of PDI. In addition, Brian Priestly has been named chief operating officer (COO), and Andrew Smith has been appointed chief financial officer (CFO).      

Stewart brings experience building, scaling and transforming businesses—including family-owned businesses—across Canada and the U.S., spanning construction, infrastructure and demolition-adjacent projects. In addition, Stewart has been recognized for building relationships with Indigenous communities and for implementing innovative operational initiatives. According to PDI, he joins the company as it accelerates its growth, diversification and operational sophistication.

With Stewart’s appointment to the role of CEO, former CEO Ryan Priestly will transition to focus fully on his role as owner, providing long-term strategic oversight and supporting the executive team through this transition.

As part of these leadership appointments, Priestly and Smith have been elevated from within the organization.

As COO, Priestly will lead operational strategy and execution across all divisions. He has played a role in guiding the company through its growth, strengthening organizational structure and supporting major initiatives, PDI says.

As CFO, Smith will continue to oversee PDI's financial strategy, planning and governance. PDI says Smith’s financial experience has included successful navigation through periods of growth and increasing complexity.