OVERVIEW

Judy leads with 10+ years of real estate development and investment experience delivering complex, multi-phase projects across public, private, and non-profit sectors. Her expertise spans the full development lifecycle – from acquisitions and feasibility through entitlements, design, and construction with a strong focus on value optimization, stakeholder alignment, and strategic execution.

Judy specializes in unlocking real estate potential through entitlement strategy, deal structuring, and multi-stakeholder collaboration. Throughout her career, she has led cross-functional teams on over 1 million SF of mixed-use development and overseen public-interest portfolios exceeding $900M. She is adept at managing consultants, navigating regulatory frameworks, and delivering financially sound, community-oriented projects.

SELECT ACHIEVEMENTS

• Delivered over 3000 homes, and 1 million SF of mixed-use commercial real estate across BC and Alberta.
• Raised $18.5M in private equity and reduced debt burden by 27% across $250M+ projects.
• Chaired development committees managing $900M+ in public and non-profit real estate portfolios
• Led feasibility and entitlement strategy for rental, strata, office and master-planned mixed-use communities.
• Taught 160+ industry professionals on pro forma modeling and real estate finance through RealCap Academy

WORK EXPERIENCE

Copperhouse Development Consulting | Principal Consultant | 2022 – Present

• Delivered site optimization studies and proforma analysis for urban redevelopment sites.
• Modeled residual land values and land lift potential to inform acquisition offers.
• Led municipal engagement, consultant coordination, and rezoning/DP/BP applications for mixed-use residential and retail developments.
• Structured business cases and investor packages with internal rate of return and stabilized yield metrics.

Sample Client: Kerkhoff Develop-Build (Contract)

• Oversaw $1.75B redevelopment pipeline; led business cases, pro formas, schedules, and investment structures
• Secured $18.5M in equity from HNWIs and institutions through a targeted capital fundraising plan
• Restructured project debt and increased GP equity by 37% via in-kind contributions
• Developed company-wide acquisition and disposition strategies for long-term growth●
• Mentored development team to align deliverables with investment goals and risk protocols
• Represented the firm at industry panels (e.g. VREF); strengthened market visibility and investor relations
• Delivered quarterly capital program updates and led all investor reporting and communications

Key Projects:

• Maple Courtyards | 178-unit rental | Maple Ridge, BC
• Sokana | 234-unit condominium | Penticton, BC
• Commonage | 3,000+ home master plan | Vernon, BC

Sample Client: Western Canadian Properties Group (Contract)

• Delivered full-cycle management and financial oversight for 6+ mid- and high-density projects
• Directed acquisitions, entitlements, and execution through to occupancy and turnover
• Led consultant teams, secured municipal approvals, and oversaw design and construction strategies
• Managed GCs under CCDC 2, 5A, and 5B contracts; ensured regulatory and budget compliance
• Sourced strategic acquisitions, including 2 off-market sites, a land assembly, and a foreclosed asset
• Tripled revenue from non-profit development consulting via RFPs and new partnerships
• Mentored and scaled internal team; introduced SOPs to streamline operations and delivery

Key Projects:

• 1015 E Hastings | 160,000 SF mixed-use | Vancouver
• Surrey Hub | 350,000 SF rental/strata | Surrey, BC
• Mission Summit | 60,000 SF multifamily | Mission, BC

Westbank Corporation | Development Manager | Vancouver | Feb ’17 – Aug ‘20

• Westbank is a global CRE developer with $50+ billion in AUM, known for iconic mixed-use and master plan projects.

• Led consultant teams through planning, design, procurement, and construction (CCDC 2, 5A, 5B) using IDP delivery
• Managed project schedules, owner’s basis of design, and coordination of all team deliverables
• Built strong relationships with tenants, city planners, and community stakeholders to drive approvals
• Oversaw lease negotiations, TI design, and space turnover from LOI through to tenant move-in
• Directed project closeout process, ensuring delivery of OEM manuals and as-built documentation
• Developed portfolio-wide private bike share program and standardized micro-suite FF&E
• Delivered quarterly updates to executive leadership and investor partners
• Monitored market trends and regulatory shifts to inform project strategy and risk management

Key Projects:

• Broadway & Alma | Mixed-use residential | 130,000 SF | Vancouver
• TELUS Sky | Commercial/residential tower | 750,000 SF | Calgary
• 410 Georgia | Commercial office | 355,000 SF | Vancouver
• Tenants included: Apple Inc, Spaces (IWG), TMX, Telus, iQ Suites, Absorb Software

IBI Group | Architect AIBC | Vancouver | Sept ’15 – Feb ’17

• Led architectural design, permitting, and construction documentation for mixed-use, residential, and transportation projects.
• Delivered complex developments including: River District Parcel (350,000 SF mixed-use), Cascade at the Pier (201-unit high-rise), and Bellevue (114,000 SF residential)

On Purpose Placemaking Association (Oppa!) | Co-Founder

• Launched a not-for-profit initiative to reimagine and activate public space through temporary urban design interventions.
• Delivered projects including modular seating, native reforestation, and interactive rain-friendly installations with funding from City of Vancouver, VIVA, Lumiere, and DVBIA.
• website: www.weareoppa.org

Nadim Karam & Atelier Hapsitus | Architecture Designer | Beirut | Sept ’13 – Jan ’15

• Led the design of “The Cloud” a commercial master plan presented to Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum in Dubai.
• Designed a multi-storey private mansion and collaborated directly with the principal on design, budgeting, and proposals of high-profile design competitions in Paris and Hong Kong.

Nikken Sekkei LTD | Architecture Intern | Tokyo | Jun – Sep ‘13

• Won inter-company competition for “Creek Tower” in Dubai Maritime City. Contributed to the Helsinki Guggenheim Competition by developing advanced wood-based structural designs.

Bernard Khoury DW5 Architects | Architecture Intern| Beirut | Jul ‘12 – May ‘13

• Led urban mapping and research project analyzing socio-political layers of public space in Beirut.
• Developed implementation roadmap including stakeholder engagement, budgeting, and resource planning

BOARD & PROFESSIONAL LEADERSHIP

RealCap Academy | Founder & Instructor | 2024 – Present

• RealCap Academy is an online educational platform providing expert-led workshops, on-demand courses, and ready-to-use templates to enhance professionals’ expertise in real estate development.
• Led comprehensive workshops on advanced proforma modelling to over 80 attendees.
• Website: www.realcapacademy.com

Brightside Community Homes | Board Director, Development Committee Chair | Mar ‘21 – present

• Brightside is a non-profit organization with $390+ million in AUM (26 bldgs, 1000+ units across Metro Vancouver).
• Provide governance and strategic oversight for $390M+ affordable housing portfolio (26 buildings, 1,000+ units)
• Chair Development Committee overseeing 4 active redevelopment projects ($300M+)
• Member of Finance Committee: review audits, financial statements, investment and risk strategy

Entre Nous Femme Society | Board Director, Finance & Development Committee | May ‘21 – Dec ’24

• ENFHS is a non-profit CRE organization that owns 11 buildings across Metro Vancouver with $175+ million in AUM.
• Directed governance and strategic planning for $175M housing portfolio (11 buildings)
• Participated in development of 3-, 5-, and 10-year expansion strategies and capacity-building plans
• Provided development management oversight for 5 multifamily redevelopment projects ($600M+)

Economic Development Select Committee, City of Mission Appointed Member | Apr ‘22 – Apr ‘23

• Advised on land use policy, civic planning, and the Economic Land Development and Waterfront Strategy

Policy Advisory Council, DVBIA | Appointed Member | Oct ‘20 – Oct ‘23

• Provided policy and legislative recommendations to the Downtown Vancouver BIA Board

CERTIFICATIONS

• PMP Certification – in progress
• Certified Architect AIBC
• BC Real Estate License

EDUCATION

• BSc and MArch in Architecture (hons) | American University of Beirut, Lebanon | 2012
• Minor in Philosophy

LANGUAGES:

• English (fluent)
• Arabic (fluent)
• French (moderate)