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Zavcor Training Academy
289-273-5863
Meet The Team

Bill Lipsit
Director
With over 30 years of experience in the trucking industry Bill is a NATMI Certified Director of Safety, a Compliance & Recruiting Director at Zavcor Trucking Limited and the Director of Zavcor Training Academy.

Michelle Desrosiers
Business Development
From a booster seat in a flat-top Peterbilt to a role as our Business Development Manager, Michelle has been part of the trucking industry for most of her life. NATMI Certified in Safety Supervision, Michelle has seats in both our Training Academy and our Safety Department at Zavcor Trucking Limited.

Janet McInnes
Administration
After a 25 year career in office management and customer service, Janet has joined our ranks as our Administration Queen. She keeps our office running smoothly and our students smiling!

Dave Groetelaars
Training Manager
From dump trucking, to produce, to dispatching, to diesel mechanic; Dave's range in trucking is impressive. As a NATMI trained Driver Trainer and Certified Equipment Operator, he's the perfect guide to kickstarting your new career!

Ken Der Krikorian
Instructor
A people person through-and-through, Ken has hit the ground running as a Driver Trainer. With 15 years experience running across Canada, he's a wealth of knowledge to our students and a great addition to our team.

Heather Kendrick
Instructor
With over 20 years experience in the trucking industry, Heather comes with knowledge in a variety of roles. From long haul to local to her time in the office, she's seen the ins and outs of trucking from all sides. Her expertise takes you from your first day in class to your road test with ease.
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Gerry Desrosiers
Instructor
After 40 years of hauling flatbed, tanker, and car-haulers coast-to-coast, Gerry has settled into his role as a NATMI Certified Driver Trainer with ease. A true "done it all" man, he's been instrumental in leading our students into successful, long-term careers!

Mike Dufresne
Instructor
Having returned to Ontario after ice road trucking in the Northwest Territories, Mike is enjoying his semi-retirement as a Driver Trainer. With roots as an owner-operator and an impressively safe 30 year long career, Mike has been an incredible addition to our team.