Top 40: Kelly Watt
For the past four decades Kelly Watt has been involved in the hospitality industry, initially to fund her education degree before realizing her passion lay in the opportunities hotels offered. Once she became involved with Sandman Hotel Group in the Lower Mainland, she was offered the opportunity to transfer to Kelowna 15 years ago and […]
DKA adds six fresh faces
Downtown Kelowna Association will be welcoming six new members to its board of directors when it conducts its annual general meeting next week. The board consists of president Yarden Gershony and 16 directors. The newcomers to the board include Kenneth Chau of Happipad Technologies and Boston Pizza, Tanvir Gill of FH&P LLP, Chad Haller of […]
New boss at Baldy Mountain
Baldy Mountain Resort has announced some changes in its operational management this spring. Randy Murphy will be taking over the role of operations manager, bringing with him a history in the ski industry stretching back 25 years. His most recent position was director of operations for Sasquatch Mountain Resort and, before that, assistant general manager […]
Lawyer makes jump to judge
Kamloops is getting a new provincial court judge. Lawyer Lorianna Bennett will begin sitting as a judge on June 7, according to a news release on Tuesday from the provincial government. “The appointment of a new judge will fill the judicial vacancy created by upcoming retirements and help to address a backlog of cases as […]
Top 40: Kevin Spiess
Okanagan Edge and the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce are partnering to showcase some of the region’s most exciting entrepreneurs through the “Top 40 Over 40” program. Sponsored by BDO, the “Top 40 Over 40” recognizes high-achieving professionals in our community and showcases their accomplishments. This marks the seventh year the chamber has conducted a “Top 40” showcase. Honourees will […]
Vernon hires new managers
The City of Vernon welcomed two new managers to lead its economic and tourism departments. John Perrott will be joining the City of Vernon as its new manager of economic development and tourism, starting May 31. The position was previously held by Kevin Poole, who will be taking on the role of director, community safety, […]
Top 40: Dave Redekop
Okanagan Edge and the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce are partnering to showcase some of the region’s most exciting entrepreneurs through the “Top 40 Over 40” program. Sponsored by BDO, the “Top 40 Over 40” recognizes high-achieving professionals in our community and showcases their accomplishments. This marks the seventh year the chamber has conducted a “Top 40” showcase. Honourees will […]
Oliver hires new CAO
The Town of Oliver has a new chief administrative officer, welcoming Ed Chow to the team. Council made the selection, which will be effective July 5. “One of council’s highest priorities is to select a qualified CAO for our community,” Mayor Martin Johansen said. “After a rigorous interview process it was clear Ed has the […]
Harris has Eureka moment
Are you a toxic manager? For Barri Harris, transformation coach and founder of The Eureka Project, answering this question begins with a single step toward abiding self-awareness. Harris understands that bridging the seeming chasm between high dysfunction and high performance requires leaders confront their own blind spots and foster trust among their teams. Her vision is brave and inspiring: […]
Top 40: Brian Wall
Okanagan Edge and the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce are partnering to showcase some of the region’s most exciting entrepreneurs through the “Top 40 Over 40” program. Sponsored by BDO, the “Top 40 Over 40” recognizes high-achieving professionals in our community and showcases their accomplishments. This marks the seventh year the chamber has conducted a “Top 40” showcase. Honourees will […]
