BLDG - Key Persons


Field Hockey

Job Titles:
  • British Columbia, Community Volunteer Award in Recognition for Significant Contribution to the Sport of Field Hockey, 2010
Field Hockey British Columbia, Community Volunteer Award in recognition for Significant Contribution to the Sport of Field Hockey, 2010

Leila Bell-Irving

Job Titles:
  • Principal
Leila Bell-Irving delivers record-breaking revenue results from partnerships, sponsorships and naming rights for clients across a broad spectrum of private and public sectors. She is recognised for pioneering multimillion dollar naming rights partnerships and setting benchmark values. "I regard Leila as one of the best partnership leaders anywhere….I worked with her as we opened the Vancouver arena [home of NHL, NBA teams] and the combination of Leila's intellect, ethics and insights make her truly one of the most extraordinary executives I have ever had the pleasure to work with".

Seona Johnston

Job Titles:
  • Director Business
Seona, a graduate of the University of British Columbia, joined BLDG at its inception in 2004 to direct the day to day operations. Seona also designs and builds a wide range of marketing and business tools, and her sales and marketing materials have been part of the success formula for the delivery of BLDG's multi-million dollar Naming Rights and Sponsorships. As a key member of the service team, Seona always meets and exceeds customer expectations. Her community and volunteer experience includes: Current board member for Hawks Field Hockey Club Fundraising Chair, Field Hockey B.C., U17 Men's Pan American team Vice President, Vancouver Richmond Girls Soccer Association, 2004 to 2006 Past President, DSA (now Vancouver United fc), May 2005 - 2006; Board Member 1996 - 2006