Founder Jake Ferguson’s 20-year construction career began on the ground—pushing a broom on large commercial sites—and progressed through hands-on roles, including building and installing custom millwork, before moving into senior positions overseeing large-scale residential renovations. Along the way, he earned his Red Seal in carpentry and most recently served as Director of Construction at a multidisciplinary architecture firm with in-house interior design and construction teams. That experience sharpened his ability to collaborate across disciplines and deliver complex, design-driven projects. In launching Winona Build, Jake brings not only deep technical experience and a personal, hands-on approach, but also a highly trusted network of skilled subtrades—relationships built over years of working together with integrity. He’s a builder who understands both the practical demands of construction and the human side of the process: clear communication, honest expectations, and making people feel heard every step of the way.