Senior Management Team
Executive Director - Margot Hagarty
As Executive Director, Margot, while working with the Board of Directors, is responsible for determining the strategic direction of the organization. She joined the organization in 2020 and brought 30 years of leadership experience from both the health care and housing industries from the business lens of public, private and not for profit.
Margot holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology as well as a Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Health Care Administration from the University of Saskatchewan. She has a strong business acumen and is passionate about building strong teams, leading change, and focusing on customer service.
In her free time, Margot enjoys growing flowers and spending time with family and friends, especially her grandchildren.
Controller - Carol Quilala
As Controller at Leduc Regional Housing Foundation, Carol Quilala is responsible for all elements of the financial reporting of the business as well maintaining the software platform. Carol has over a decade of financial and accounting experience with not-for-profit housing as well as 10 years in the manufacturing industry and 2 years in assurance and auditing.
Carol has a Bachelor of Commerce with focus in accounting and holds the designation of Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA). Her strengths are systems, analysis, and attention to detail.
In her free time, Carol enjoys reading novels, paddle boarding, nature trips, baking, and playing guitar.
Asset Manager - Tony Lovell
As Asset Manager, Tony Lovel is responsible for the security and maintenance of the 21 buildings within the Leduc Regional Housing Foundation portfolio as well as assisting with operational design and planning of any new builds. Tony joined the Leduc Regional Housing Foundation team in 2022 and brings with over 30 years of experience in the affordable housing industry working both frontline and in leadership roles.
Tony is a Red Seal Journeyman Plumber and Gas Fitter. He is customer service focused and has a calm, practical results-oriented focus to his work.
Tony enjoys motorcycling, hiking, fishing, hockey, and traveling.
Corporate Services Manager - Tammy van Ooyen
As Corporate Services Manager, Tammy van Ooyen is responsible for marketing, communications, human resources, and the administrative support team. She also oversees the coordination of health and safety program.
Tammy joined Leduc Regional Housing Foundation in 2009 and has a Business Administration Diploma in Human Resource Management. Her strengths are her empathy and compassion towards the support of our staff and detail oriented in developing a strong occupational health and safety program.
In her free time, Tammy is passionate about crafting and enjoys spending time with family and being outdoors.
Supportive Living Manager - Melanie Dube
As Supportive Living Manager, Melanie Dube is responsible for the seniors lodge program operations at Planeview Place and Cloverleaf Manor.
Melanie is a Licensed Practical Nurse with over 13 years in the industry. She has a diverse span of experiences in long term care, addictions and recovery, pediatrics as well as supportive living in a variety of supervisory and leadership roles.
Outside of work, Melanie is passionate about cooking, interior decorating and design as well spending time with her family.
Tenant Services Manager - Sladjana Zec
As Tenant Services Manager, Sladjana Zec is responsible for managing near market / affordable housing, community housing, seniors self-contained program, and the rent assistance benefit. Sladjana has over 15 years of professional property management experience in both the private and affordable housing industries in a variety of roles.
Sladjana joined Leduc Regional Housing Foundation in 2014 and has over 15 years of professional property management experience in both the private and public market in a variety of roles. She excels at building relationships with tenants, families, and various partners and supportive agencies.
Sladjana enjoys spending time with family and friends.
Community Relations Coordinator - Jill Spinks
As Community Relations Coordinator, Jill Spinks is responsible for fundraising events, community awareness initiatives and board of directors relations.
Jill joined Leduc Regional Housing Foundation in 2022 and has a broad range of entrepreneurial, administrative, and public relations experiences that help her excel in her role. She holds a Bachelor of Physical Education with a specialization in Older Adults as well as a diploma in Volunteer Management.
Jill loves time outdoors whenever possible and enjoys taking in the Alberta seasons through gardening, golfing and cross-country skiing.