Empire Communities, one of Canada’s largest homebuilders of low-rise and high-rise communities in Southwestern Ontario and the GTA, has announced the appointment of Tony Pucci as president of the low rise division, effective Dec. 31, 2015.

Tony joined the company in 1999 as a construction manager, following years of working in the low rise housing industry. He brings a proven track record in various positions to the role, including division vice president of purchasing, vice president of low rise construction and most recently, executive vice president in the low rise division.

“Tony’s experience in multiple facets of the construction industry and his long tenure with our organization make him an ideal candidate to lead our Low Rise Division,” said Dan Guizzetti, co-founder, CEO and president of the company, in a press release. “We have every confidence in Tony’s ability to ensure an effective and profitable operation as we continue to grow while maintaining exemplary customer, employee and public relations. We strive to develop the company’s internal talent and look forward to continuing to build Empire’s solid reputation of trust, while reaching industry milestones.”