Allan Robertson is a detail-oriented executive as well as a visionary. He has used his cooperative leadership style running small businesses for four decades in various technology industries. Allan’s understanding of, and care for, people makes him a good listener and persuasive communicator. He has hands on skills in accounting, technology, systems analysis and design, automation, computer programming, electronics, and construction.

Allan is currently managing partner at Pinnacle Food Equipment Services LLP, a firm that he and his business partner started in 2001. After graduating with honors from BCIT in 1981 as an Electronics Technologist, Allan began a manufacturing company which applied the latest technology in the building security and access control industry. While running that company he setup distribution channels in the USA and Europe. After selling that company in the late 90’s he went on to be part of several technology startups and developed automation technology in the lithium battery and hydrogen fuel cell industries.

Real Estate was his family business in the mid 1970’s and during his university years Don served as a director of Fuller & Associates Realty Inc. based in Kerrisdale. For 27 years, he has been involved in all aspects of real estate business including: development, advising, sales and marketing, and recently he educated himself for rental property management, as well as, strata management.

His twelve 12 of extensive experience in international acquisition and disposition of residential and commercial assets as a real estate private equity fund manager has deepened his understanding and appreciation of the Vancouver real estate market. He has a proven record locally and internationally as a skilled real estate negotiator who seeks to achieve his clients’ goals and objectives whether they are buying or selling. He takes his responsibility to his clients very seriously and makes it his priority to protect their interests. He welcomes the opportunity to use his knowledge and skills to provide the best experience possible in the current market. Don is a native Vancouverite, a proud graduate of Magee Secondary School and the University of British Columbia, with deep roots on the Westside. All of his education and experience provide him with a wide perspective along with a deep understanding and appreciation for the dynamics of the city’s real estate market.

Sonja is an Account Executive with over 20 years in the insurance industry, managing a diverse book of Commercial Insurance businesses including Realty, Construction, Property and Casualty, Fitness, and Professional Lines.

Integrity and being client-focused are always Sonjas top professional priorities. She is truly dedicated to assisting her clients identify and understand their coverage needs, as she believes that for every problem there is always a solution.

Using a logical, thoughtful, and strategic approach while reviewing client needs and available markets for both new and existing clients, Sonja understands that success is reached when she has done her best to explore options to find the best possible solution for her clients, especially during hard market conditions. She stays on top of changes in both the insurance market environments and client needs to identify innovative solutions, ensuring her clients will always receive the best coverage.

Sonja holds license designations of RIBO and CAIB and is fluent in English, Spanish, and Finnish.

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Michael Bailey is a certified business coach who focuses on growing profitability for small businesses through improved sales and systems. Michael has been a self-employed consultant for over 30 years, developing and implementing Sales and Service Programs for small and large companies across North America, Europe and Asia.

Michael became a certified business coach in 2016, which enabled him to work much closer to home in Vancouver. His passion is in helping good business owners grow their profitability and business value by quickly developing and implementing strategic action plans for existing business.

Patricia studied studied Linguistics, French and German as a Foreign Language at University of Leipzig, Germany and also holds a BA in Tourism & Travel Management.

In 2007, Patricia transitioned into the Association Management Industry. From her role as Account Manager and Executive Director for more than a decade at two Vancouver based Association Management Companies, she has gained a thorough understanding of the non-for-profit, convention and recreation cycle. Since January 2019 she owns her own Association Management Company, Patricia Tait Management.

Patricia has worked as the Executive Director of the Vancouver Executives Association since April 2018. She has also served on the Board of Directors of the International Executives Association since 2019.