The BTi Team
At our core, we are a customer service company that happens to be at the forefront of log home restoration and custom finishes. We take pride in our work, our name, and our reputation.
Cal Arnold
CEO
Humble beginnings and hardworking Minnesotan grit shaped Cal (and brother Lee), who joined forces to start the business that would become Blasting Technologies and BTi Log Home Care. After being sidelined and recuperating from a small plane crash in 2019, Cal renewed a desire to serve both the BTi team and the cliental, helping shepherd it into the industry leader that it is today. Cal enjoys hunting, boating, horses, dogs, and traveling in Montana and abroad. with his wife, Graciella.
Lee Arnold
Co-Owner
Hailing from Detroit Lakes, MN, and lured to the Big Sky Country by its outdoor opportunity, Lee calls the Gallatin Valley home along with his wife, Heidi, and their two children. Lee engages in every activity under the Montana sun; volleyball, golf, archery, boating, and hunting, to name just a few.
Jodi Jackson
Financial Controller
Bozeman native Jodi Jackson started her career in public accounting in Eugene, Oregon. While she loved exploring the Pacific Northwest, after several years of long hours, she looked at moving closer to family and friends — and actually missed Montana’s seemingly never-ending winters. Working as the Financial Controller at BTi offered an exciting challenge to help grow a small company. She enjoys exploring Montana by mountain biking, camping, backpacking and snowboarding in new places. Jodi has tried her hand at gardening in the short summer, with only very mild success so far.
Chris White
Director of Operations
Chris brings to BTi a wealth of experience in residential and commercial construction for over 18 years, nationwide. Hailing from Georgia, Chris and wife Amber, along with children Drew, Hailey and Gray are excited to now call Montana home. Helping to grow and navigate the unique projects BTi undertakes, Chris enjoys raising his kids in the family atmosphere, outdoor lifestyle and natural beauty that only Montana provides.
Caiti McCrary
Office Manager
BTi’s culture makes Caiti McCrary excited to go to work, and she enjoys interacting with customers. Originally from Washington state, Caiti has a bachelor’s degree from Central Washington University. Growing up, she lived on an Alaskan island with her parents and brothers — no one else lived there. Caiti and her husband call Montana home, and she’s not sure he would live anywhere else. Outside of work, Caiti stays busy chasing 3-year-old Remy and 4-month-old Thea, and enjoys introducing the kiddos to favorite hobbies, biking, snowboarding and exploring.
Lofton Brown
Maintenance Division Manager
Originally from Helena, Montana, Lofton Brown has always had an interest in carpentry. BTi gives him the opportunity to learn and sharpen his skills, while working with really great people in some of the most amazing parts of Montana. Lofton has bachelor degrees in Science and Health Administration, and formerly worked as the site safety manager for ASI Construction. Outside of work, Lofton enjoys getting into the mountains, whether it's to hike, ride his motorcycle, hunt, fish or relax by the lake.
Allie
Office Coordinator
Allie is a nature lover originally from the Philly area with a BA in English and a Master's in applied science. Allie and her husband Gabe find joy in being in the mountains and on the water, usually with their dog, Fletcher, in tow. Outside of working at BTi, she enjoys reading in hammocks, playing guitar, camping, lifting, gardening, and hosting game nights.
Ben
Applicator
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Collin
Applicator
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Derick
Blaster
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Dillon
Blaster
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Ethan Dissinger
Sales & Estimating
A KU Graduate, Ethan made the move to Bozeman from Kansas City (with two dogs in tow) because of the opportunity it affords to the outdoors. A skier in wintertime, summer finds Ethan backpacking, fly fishing, golfing, trail running, hiking, and rolling around on some form of a bike.
G
Applicator
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Jared
Blaster
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JOsh
Operations Manager
Josh assumed Operations Manager in April 2022 for Blasting Technologies. With the amalgamation of Blasting Technologies and BTi Log Home Care, Josh seamlessly transitioned into the Operations Manager role at BTi. He values working at BTi for its dedication to recognizing hard work and fostering innovation. Outside of work, Josh finds joy in snowboarding, hunting, and fishing, especially relishing the pursuit of Walleye on Canyon Ferry in the summer. His choice to live and work in Montana is driven by the awe-inspiring landscape, the diverse mix of people, and the vibrant culture that make this state his chosen home.
Leah
Staff Accounting & HR
Leah is happily married to her husband Tim and a pet parent to two dogs and a horse. With a background as a licensed veterinary technician for 15 years, she seamlessly transitioned into office management, landing at Blasting and later BTi. Leah appreciates the fantastic people and strong ethical values at BTi, making work both enjoyable and rewarding. Beyond the office, she finds joy in reading, horseback riding, archery, quilting, and scrapbooking. Leah and Tim initially moved to MT for work, and the love for the place sparked dreams of a future homestead life.
LUKE
Crew Lead
This University of Mt Olive (Trojans Lacrosse) alumni and Minnesotan is a firm believer in the ‘work hard, play hard’ philosophy. Luke occupies his time with golf, skiing, snowmobiling, and mountain biking while not in contention for BTi onsite MVP.
Michael
Applicator
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Noble Vance
Sr. Foreman
Montana has been Noble Vance’s home for the past 24 years, and at this point, he can’t imagine living anywhere else. He enjoys being outdoors and immersing himself in the state’s beautiful scenery. Originally from Livingston, Noble graduated from Montana State University with a bachelor’s degree in Construction Engineering. He has worked as an Applicator with BTi since 2018. While BTi has the reputation of a larger company, it maintains a family culture feel. Outside of work, Noble enjoys hiking, hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, skiing and drinking beer.
Sevron
Foreman
Dad of two with over 15 years of blasting experience. Enjoys the oddly satisfying nature of working outdoors. Passionate about hunting, fishing, and embraces “doing the dad things.”
Tony
Blaster
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Freedle Coty
Project Manager / Marketing
Growing up on a maple sugar farm in Northern Vermont, Freedle Coty’s fascination with log cabins started at a young age. After high school, his career as a cinematographer and director for the ski film company Level 1 Productions took him around the world, following athletes in wintertime from Japan to Switzerland. That path led Freedle to Montana, where he loves snowboarding, fly fishing, hunting and gardening, as well as photography and design. Freedle also enjoys working with wood and being outdoors in remote locales on BTi projects — and most importantly, working with a really fun and motivating crew.
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