Samantha Angel

CEO and Creative Director

While operating a home décor import company in Mississauga for 12 years, Samantha’s application of utilitarian and modern design earned her national magazine editorial coverage of her sustainable home accessories products. Samantha is a graduate of OCAD (Material Art & Design Faculty) and a member of Interior Designers of Canada (IDC).

Over the years Samantha has been Chair of the Western GTA Summit and one of its community-based task forces which advocated for better use of municipal assets, understanding policies around use of space and the development of community hubs. As vice-president of the Mississauga Arts Council, and advisor to the Canadian Community Arts Initiative, Samantha promoted opportunities to incorporate culture, art and design into people’s lives as a way to improve well-being and social connection. She recently finished a 3rd term on the Board of Directors for the Escarpment Biosphere in which she was able to apply her communications expertise to her passion for nature and land conservation. Insights gleaned through interactions with city planners, land trusts, indigenous groups and political representatives has given her a broad perspective of the way people live, work and thrive in cities and suburban environments.

Her more recent work experience in the condominium industry from the construction side has provided her with well-rounded approach in dealing with industry stakeholders. Combining with her marketing and communications expertise, Samantha can work with your Board, managers, construction professionals and engineer to develop a design and décor plan that considers diverse points of view and budgetary considerations.

Ahmad Al Nashawati

Senior Interior Design Consultant

Ahmad Al Nashawati is an Interior designer and the creator of Folio’s vibrant and realistic renderings. His background is in Fine Arts with A Bachelor of Design (BDes).

Ahmad has designed upscale and fashion-forward interiors for over thirty 4- and 5- Star Hotels in the Middle East, where it is not unusual to incorporate brand aesthetic with such brands as Fendi Versace and Cavalli.

With Folio, Ahmad has created – and transformed – many interior spaces in collaboration with our clients. Also in his portfolio are dozens of restaurants, offices and retail spaces.

Ahmad brings his sensibility for enchanting surroundings to Toronto on the Folio team, to understand the needs of Boards and residents to bring new life to common areas and commercial spaces.

Ahmad is currently finishing a course for Leeds Specifications, which adds to his specialty knowledge in areas such as Lighting and Furniture design.

Jennifer Bistron

Business Development Manager

Jennifer Bistron is an experienced Business Development Manager at Folio, specializing in the condominium industry since 2017. With a background in Tourism and Travel, Jennifer has a unique perspective that allows her to connect with clients on a personal level while maintaining a high level of professionalism. Her passion is to help others create spaces that reflect their individuality.

Jennifer’s strengths include leadership, communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and organization. She has worked closely with builders, mechanical companies, vendors, and general contractors, and has collaborated on successful projects with well-known clients such as Crossbridge, First Service, Forest Hill Kipling, DEL, Maple Ridge, and many others.

What sets Jennifer apart is her exceptional ability to treat all her clients like they are part of her circle, not just another project. She has worked on projects with Forest Hill Kipling, Hovestreet Properties, and many others. Outside of her professional work, Jennifer is a strong supporter of mental health initiatives and is an animal lover.