Management Team

Barry Symons - CEO
Barry Symons joined Constellation Software (Jonas's Parent Company) in 1997 to manage the financial affairs of the business, assist in the evaluation of acquisition prospects, structure and negotiate deals and direct the acquisition integration process. Barry was named CEO of Jonas Software in September 2007 where he now oversees business strategy for Jonas's Construction and Hospitality related businesses. Before joining Constellation, Barry was with a big four Accounting firm in varying roles of increasing responsibility. Barry holds a Chartered Accountancy designation and an Honours Business degree both of which were received with distinction.

Jeffrey McKee - CFO
As Chief Financial Officer, Jeffrey works directly with the entire senior team to drive company performance. Jeffrey is responsible for all financial, treasury, human resources, corporate compliance and administration functions. He also plays a key role in all of the company’s acquisition activity from deal sourcing and negotiation through to integration.
Prior to joining Jonas in 2004, Jeffrey worked eight years with KPMG in their Information, Communications and Entertainment practice working primarily with technology and gaming companies in both Canada and the United States. Jeffrey is a Chartered Accountant and holds a Bachelor’s degree (Honours) in Business Administration from York University.

Will Anderson - General Manager
Will Anderson joined Jonas as an account manager in 2003 and was named General Manager of the Jonas Construction division in 2007 following a successful turn as the Director of Jonas's UK Operations. Will is responsible for acquisitions, strategy and the overall financial performance of the Jonas Construction Software Division. Prior to joining Jonas Will was employed as a Strategy Consultant at Monitor Group where he worked on a number of teams dedicated to developing innovative solutions to the problems faced by Fortune 500 and equivalent companies. Will holds a Bachelor of Commerce Honours Degree from Queen’s University.

George Arkeveld - Vice President Sales
George Arkeveld joined Jonas as the VP Sales for the Construction Division of Jonas Software in 2004 bringing with him more than 30 years of executive sales management experience and a successful track record of building strong and dynamic sales teams. Prior to Jonas George was the VP Sales for Lucent Technologies Canada and his past positions include President of Timeplex Canada and VP Sales for Gandalf Technologies.

Steve Ecclestone - Vice President Product
Since joining Jonas in 1995 Steve has held a number of positions across the support, installation and development departments and currently oversees development and product direction as the Vice President of Product. Prior to 1995 Steve worked for 16 years in heavy construction in positions ranging from field office manager to estimator to controller. Steve holds an MBA from the Schulich School of Business.