Senior Management Team
Executive Director - Margot Hagarty
As Executive Director, Margot Hagarty is responsible for the business operations, culture development, and strategic planning based on the Vision, Mission and Values as developed by the Board of Directors. Prior to joining Leduc Regional Housing Foundation in 2021, Margot was a leader for over 30 years in the health care and housing industries.
Margot holds Bachelor of Arts in Sociology as well as a Bachelor of Commerce in Health Care Administration from the University of Saskatchewan. Her strengths are building teams, change management, and customer service.
In her free time, Margot enjoys growing flowers and spending time with her grandchildren.
Controller - Carol Quilala
As Controller at Leduc Regional Housing Foundation, Carol Quilala is responsible for financial reporting as well maintaining the software platform and contracts. 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 and his team are responsible for security and maintenance requirements of the 19 communities owned / managed by Leduc Regional Housing Foundation. Tony has over 30 years of experience in the affordable housing industry working both frontline and in leadership roles.
Tony joined Leduc Regional Housing Foundation in 2022 and is a Red Seal Journeyman Plumber and Gas Fitter. His strengths are his good nature and calmness while multi-tasking.
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 and her team are responsible for managing near market / affordable housing, community housing, seniors self-contained program, and administration of 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 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 diploma in Volunteer Management.
Jill loves time outdoors whenever possible and enjoys taking in the Alberta seasons through gardening, golfing and cross-country skiing.