OPENFORM PROPERTIES - Key Persons
Over the past 20 years, Asli has immersed herself in real estate development and asset management, including working on major projects such as a Ritz-Carlton Residence in Turkey. At OpenForm, she takes the reins as Development Coordinator to manage projects from start to finish. The breadth of her experience stretches from analysis to budgeting to design to quality control - and everything in between. She's a proven problem solver, self-starter, and team player. Driven to grow the industry, Asli has spent time mentoring students to help them navigate careers in real estate.
Job Titles:
- Vice President of Marketing & Communications
Bonnie's career in real estate began in 2011. Her expertise includes overseeing the sales and marketing portfolio of the company as well as navigating through the full cycle of the projects from acquisition to homeowner key possession. She has a vast knowledge of the development and construction stages of the project and works closely with financing. To date, she has worked on 19 projects involving low-rise, high-rise, master-planned communities and non-market projects consisting of nearly 3,700 homes totalling over $2.5 billion in sales.
Christian experiences life with a sharp entrepreneurial spirit - which is what led him to found OpenForm Properties. After completing a Commerce Degree from the Sauder School of Business at the University of British Columbia, Christian's journey took him to Asia, where he achieved a series of successes in the auto industry. Upon returning to Vancouver in 1999, he acquired OpenRoad Auto Group Limited, the largest-volume dealership group in British Columbia. He shares his passion for innovation on numerous boards, dedicates himself to community and charitable activities, and is the frequent recipient of notable awards. Driven to inspire, OpenForm is a natural continuation of Christian's ingenuity and legacy.
Job Titles:
- Vice President of Finance
Operating with a strategic business mind, Darren brings decades of forward-thinking to the OpenForm team as Vice President of Finance. His wealth of finance and accounting skills have been honed over more than 30 years within the real estate and resort industries. Working with major Western Canada developers, he has managed budgets from $60 million to $3 billion, on both single- and multi-phased residential projects. Outside of the office, he is passionate about the outdoors and is an avid cyclist, camper, and ironman triathlete.
Job Titles:
- Vice President of Finance
With over 20 years experience in UK and Canadian markets, Drew is an industry veteran whose passion lies in real estate development, management, and finance. As an integral member of the leadership team Drew possesses a wealth of expertise in negotiating financing terms and consistently delivers unique financing solutions across multiple asset classes. Guided by an innovative and strategic mindset, Drew fosters a collaborative work environment, prioritizing integrity, and respect as fundamental principles.
With over 10 years of work experience as a procurement and sales support professional in various industries have moulded her entrepreneurial skills. She is adept at wearing multiple hats to ensure that office operations run smoothly and efficiently. Emilia has an eye for detail and a passion for customer service when it comes to resource coordination, administrative support, and client relations. Emilia loves travelling to different places around the world to immerse herself in different cultures. At OpenForm, she shares a common vision for excellence.
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- Vice President of Construction
With a remarkable 30-year career in the construction industry, John has demonstrated a commitment to delivering high-quality projects, exceptional leadership, and innovative solutions. Experience working within general contracting and development environments has afforded John a wealth of experience including project management, cost control and design development. As a member of the leadership team, John gives support to all phases of the development process - from acquisition to occupancy. He's passionate about innovation within design and construction to create quality developments for the future.
Kevin brings to OpenForm a rich and sophisticated background in accounting systems spanning three countries delivering both clarity and accuracy to our financial information. Working on both the front and back end of accounting systems, Kevin is able to distill complex tasks to their simplest form, creating processes that deliver critical financial analysis. When he's away from spreadsheets, Kevin enjoys extended road trips throughout North America.
Deeply entrenched in Vancouver's real estate community, Norm has been contributing to the growth of neighbourhoods for decades. Some of the region's largest developments, including the Expo Lands, Coal Harbour Bayshore, River District, and Victoria's Dockside Green, were shaped with Norm's collaboration. As an architect and developer, he understands how to achieve a balance between design and well-being so homeowners thrive in their surroundings. He values community and has reinvested his time and expertise in several local organizations, such as the Canadian Green Building Council, Smart Growth BC, Musqueam Capital Corporation, and SFU Community Trust.