Leadership

Arash, serving as the Corporate Energy Manager, is a seasoned Certified Energy Manager with over a decade of experience in the energy and renewables sector. His educational foundation includes a Bachelor of Engineering in Industrial Engineering and a Master's degree in Clean Energy Engineering earned from the University of British Columbia (UBC). Arash's expertise extends to project management as he holds Project Management Professional (PMP), allowing him to adeptly oversee energy project portfolios from initial concept to successful completion.

Within his current role at Pacific Reach Properties, Arash assumes a pivotal role in the reduction of building energy intensity and the company's commitment to decarbonizing its extensive portfolio. He is renowned for his innovative approach to sustainability, continually exploring cutting-edge technologies and pioneering strategies to enhance energy efficiency and significantly reduce carbon emissions. Arash's ultimate objective is to drive the decarbonization of the portfolio while ensuring it remains affordable and comfortable for all residents. His dedication to sustainable living and his relentless pursuit of cost-effective and eco-friendly solutions make him a good fit for the team.

Christina’s main responsibilities are to assist with finance, taxation, corporate treasury and development. She joined the company in 2018 and has over 10 years of experience in finance. Prior to joining West Coast, Christina worked for a global professional services firm and a prominent hospitality company. Christina is a CPA and holds a BSc (Hon) from the University of British Columbia.

Chris brings over twenty-five years of diverse experience in multifamily residential, senior living & home support and hospitality. A lifelong learner, Chris has studied at the University of Victoria, Cornell University and the Justice Institute of British Columbia. He has been recognized for building high-performing teams and fostering welcoming customer service environments that generate positive returns for all stakeholders. Chris brings a deeply personal philosophy to Seniors Housing, striving to treat each individual as a family member who deserves the utmost compassion and respect. When not busy with his team, he can be found writing, engaging in spirited debates and embracing the West Coast lifestyle.

Danny is responsible for all aspects of the company’s IT management, strategy and implementation of IT infrastructure projects. With over 25 years of proven abilities and leadership in the information technology industry, Danny brings a high level of knowledge, planning ability and hands-on experience to the West Coast team.

Graham has over 30 years of professional experience as a healthcare executive. His offers a breadth of experience working with federal and provincial governments, regional health authorities and professional associations. He also brings a wealth of experience in the not-for-profit and private sector with a focus on health systems redesign, governance development, strategic planning, operations and evaluation. Graham’s past leadership experience includes Vancouver Island Health Authority/Royal Jubilee Hospital, Doctors of BC, Canadian Armed Forces Hospital/CFB Esquimalt and James Bay Urgent and Primary Health Care Centre. A passionate advocate for youth, Graham is a director on the board of the Victoria Youth Clinic Society (VYCS), a not-for-profit organization that provides integrated and comprehensive primary health care services, including mental health and addiction care for youth. Graham has a degree in economics from the University of Victoria and a graduate certificate in health leadership from Royal Roads University. He has been recognized for healthcare innovation for his dedication to evolving quality healthcare through efficient system integration and timely delivery that is centred on the patient.

In collaboration with the board of directors, James is responsible for setting the company’s strategic direction and executing the strategic plan with the leadership team. James is a “hands-on” manager who brings his unique expertise to all aspects of the business, including marketing, operational excellence, ownership group relations, and government relations. James is a Certified Health Executive (CHE), holds an MBA, BA, BTh, BBMA, and is a certified coach. He enjoys spending time with his family in his spare time, including his two very energic English cream golden retrievers.

Jeff is responsible for managing the preventive and ongoing maintenance programs for West Coast. Jeff brings over two decades of experience in delivering maintenance programs at multiple facilities. Prior to joining West Coast, Jeff operated a successful design business offering services to industrial, residential and commercial organizations, and previous to that venture, Jeff spent 12 years with an architectural firm in Vancouver.

Joey provides leadership and mentoring to our regional directors, corporate operations team and general managers. His mission is to inspire and empower teams to improve the quality of life and service to the seniors and families we serve every day. To make their lives better. Joey is educated in business management, leadership and executive coaching and has over 30 years of experience in leadership roles with leading hotel, senior living and long-term care brands. As an active leader in our communities, he is consistently committed to creating moments that matter. Joey has worked on several boards, including the Vancouver Coast & Mountains DMO, Tourism Prince George, Tourism Chilliwack and Tourism Kamloops. At home, Joey enjoys ultra-marathon running, enduro mountain biking and, most of all, spending time with his supportive wife and two confident and bold daughters.

Julia has worked in HR for the last 20 years, mostly at senior and executive positions in the service, hospitality and senior care industries. As a certified human resources professional and a certified executive coach, Julia uses her broad expertise and experience to drive excellence with West Coast’s most valuable asset — its people. Julia’s passions are people and business and making a difference for both. When not in the office, Julia enjoys working out, painting and spending quality time with friends and family.

Kimberly is a skilled business lawyer with expertise in corporate, commercial and employment law matters. Prior to joining West Coast, Kimberly worked for several years with a local developer as the in-house counsel for as well as with a prominent boutique business law firm. Kimberly received her Juris Doctor from the University of British Columbia and is an active member of the Law Society of British Columbia, Canadian Bar Association and Canadian Corporate Counsel.

A passionate nurse leader, Leo is dedicated to bridging the gap between clinical excellence and quality care. With years of experience in various nursing fields and a focus on coaching and mentoring, he ensures that residents receive top-quality care. Leo’s personal mission is to elevate healthcare standards and make a positive impact on the lives of those in his care. When not at work, Leo enjoys spending time with family, exploring nature and giving back to his community.

Raza is responsible for all aspects of the company’s procurement operations, including sourcing, contract management, vendor management, cost reduction and improving efficiencies. Raza has over 25 years of global supply chain, strategic sourcing and purchasing experience in diverse industries across Asia & North America. Raza has an MBA and holds both Canadian Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) and U.S. Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) designations. He is an active member of the Supply Chain Management Association in Canada and the Institute of Supply Management in the US. He is also a key member of the Richard Ivey League, which provides monthly input of BC region supply chain activities for the purchasing managers index. The Ivey PMI is the most widely watched and utilized indicator of future economic activity in Canada.

Rebecca is passionate about education as a foundation for building exceptional leaders. Her responsibilities include serving and supporting our communities with best practices and new initiatives while cultivating a positive and collaborative team environment. Her areas of expertise include critical, acute, and home hemodialysis, long-term care, acute stroke and acute medical & clinical informatics. Rebecca’s accomplishments include nephrology certification, medical research certification as well as a quality improvement in patient safety program. She received her BSc in Nursing with distinction from the University of Saskatchewan. In addition to her duties at West Coast, Rebecca is also a teacher at BCIT. Rebecca is an avid off-grid camper who enjoys spending time with her toddler and two mischievous wiener dogs.

Rod is a certified chef de cuisine, certified food service nutrition manager and certified sommelier. He holds both a bachelor’s degree and a post-graduate degree (Hon.) in hospitality management from the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA). He is also a graduate of culinary arts from the Culinary Institute of America. Rod brings extensive expertise to West Coast with previous experience working with Walt Disney World and Hyatt Hotel. Rod’s focus is on team development, guest experiences, revenue and budget management. He is a passionate professional who loves providing great culinary experiences for residents and empowering his team through coaching. When not at work, Rod loves spending time with his family and serving his community.

Scott is a strategic and results-driven professional with an impressive record in leadership at numerous healthcare organizations in the US and Canada. Scott is a registered nurse, has an MBA and a black belt in lean Six Sigma (a data-driven business process philosophy). Scott brings 35 years of experience working in all sectors of health care. He offers extensive experience in leading change initiatives with expertise in continuous improvement principles with primary goals to improve quality, reduce costs and increase customer satisfaction to positively impact bottom-line results. A team player with first-class analytical and problem-solving skills, Scott has led numerous business transformation projects for healthcare organizations.