Karen Vavrek
CEO
Karen joined the Habitat Red Deer team as the new CEO in early July 2017. She brings over 20 years’ experience working in the charitable non-profit sector, with several years in senior managements roles.
Kathy Pipes
ReStore Director of Operations
Kathy comes to Habitat Red Deer & ReStore with over 20 years of retail management experience. In the past, Kathy has worked on several projects where she oversaw the relocation and reopening of various retailers in addition to building and managing their teams.
Nate Crowe-Swords
Construction Supervisor
Nate joined the Habitat team in February 2022 as the Construction Supervisor for our upcoming build. Nate brings over 25 over years' experience in trades and construction management to the team.
Janelle Duffin
Fund Development Manager
Joining Habitat in April 2016, Janelle is Habitat Red Deer's longest serving employee. Having worked for several years as the Family Services and Office Manager, and in 2023 she transitioned into the Fund Development Manager role.
Alexis Forbes
Communications Coordinator
Alexis comes to Habitat Red Deer with a range of experience working in not-for-profit and community-based organizations. She has a passion for communication, community engagement and empowering others.
Jan Ellert
ReStore Assistant Manager
Jan Ellert joined the Habitat Red Deer ReStore team in 2023. He comes to Habitat Red Deer with 18 years of experience working within the building materials and lumber industry, with many years in a management role.