Michael Brooks
CEO
• (t) 416.642.2700 x225
• mbrooks (at) realpac.ca
Michael Brooks
- BES, LL.B, LL.M, MBA, Ph.D, LEED AP, ICD.D
Michael is the Chief Executive at REALPAC, with overall responsibility for the success of the organization and the industry, including events, government relations, research, standards and best practice, and education. Michael was formerly a commercial real estate lawyer and partner, and the real estate practice group leader, at a major Canadian law firm.
Michael enjoys playing hockey, golf, cycling – anything active – and loves his music, cars, sci-fi and physics in any down time.
Nancy Anderson
VP Financial Reporting & CFO
• (t) 416.642.2700 x226
• nanderson (at) realpac.ca
Nancy Anderson
- CPA, CA, MA, BA, GCB.D
As part of the senior management team, Nancy is responsible for all REALPAC financial and reporting matters, as well as developing financial and reporting best practices for the industry. She works with the Real Estate Equity Securitization Alliance (REESA), a global coalition of real estate associations, in advocacy efforts with the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB). In 2017, she was appointed to the Accounting Standards Board of Canada which serves the public interest by establishing standards for financial reporting by Canadian entities and influencing the development of international standards. She previously worked with PWC in the audit practice and CPA Ontario teaching at the School of Accountancy.
Nancy enjoys hanging out with her family – playing video games with her 3 boys, golfing with her husband, and enjoying the outdoors with her 3 dogs.
Carolyn Lane
VP, Member Engagement & COO
• (t) 416.642.2700 x223
• clane (at) realpac.ca
Carolyn Lane
- MBA, MA, BES, MCIP, RPP, GCB.D
A key member of REALPAC’s senior management team, Carolyn plays a pivotal role in optimizing the Association’s core functions as well as in overseeing membership recruitment, retention and engagement. Carolyn drives REALPAC’s organizational excellence through improving operational efficiency and streamlining the Association’s processes. With proven success across membership management and marketing, she fosters collaboration opportunities between our Members, through events such as the annual Executive Member Summit, Regional Dinners, Chair’s Reception, and annual 1:1 meetings with Members. She also strengthens REALPAC’s extensive network by building effective relationships with a range of industry stakeholders, including Corporate Sponsors.
Carolyn always has an eye on the horizon as she plans her next international travel excursion. She can be found riding the trails on her beloved Friesian horse or glamping with her husband in Canada’s great outdoors.
Sandra Dos Santos
VP, Industry Affairs & General Counsel
• (t) 416.642.2700 x222
• sdossantos (at) realpac.ca
Sandra Dos Santos
- MA, B.C.L/LLB
Sandra oversees legal and compliance matters at REALPAC and is responsible for the development, management and delivery of services to support the needs of members, particularly in the fund management and lending space. She manages industry partner relationships and an international alliance of fund management associations (AIFA), and forms part of the Equity, Diversity & Inclusion committee. Sandra was formerly a commercial real estate lawyer and partner at a major Canadian law firm.
In her spare time, Sandra spends her time in chilly hockey rinks supporting her goalie son or toiling in her expansive gardens dreaming of her future homestead.
Darryl Neate
VP, Sustainability
• (t) 416.642.2700 x242
• dneate (at) realpac.ca
Darryl Neate
- BES, MBA
Darryl is responsible for supporting and leading the Canadian real estate industry on ESG best practices, research and education. Darryl was formerly the head of sustainability at a major Canadian real estate organization where he oversaw strategy, programs and reporting across their diversified, global portfolio.
Darryl enjoys hockey, golf, cottaging and travelling – and loves creating and eating delicious plant-based burgers in his spare time.
Kelsey Armstrong
Manager, Education & Events
• (t) 416 642 2700 x241
• karmstrong (at) realpac.ca
Kelsey Armstrong
- BA, Post-Graduate Diploma
Kelsey is responsible for overseeing the production and logistical planning/execution of all member events including the REALPAC Executive Member Summit, the Executive Road trip, virtual webinars, AGM and special receptions. In addition, Kelsey manages the Real Property Investment Certificate (RPIC) Program and all REALPAC educational offerings. Prior to joining REALPAC, Kelsey was an account coordinator at Canada’s leading student leisure company, as well as a Toronto based events marketing company.
Kelsey is a lover of rosé, pizza and country music. In her spare time, Kelsey loves to travel, ski and attempt to golf!
Carla Hemans
Office Manager
• (t) 416 642 2700 x221
• chemans (at) realpac.ca
Carla Hemans
An experienced professional, Carla supports the Chief Executive Officer and the entire REALPAC team. She is central to coordinating meetings with our members and stakeholders. She uses her strong organizational and administrative skills to ensure the office runs smoothly.
In her spare time, Carla loves spending time with her family, creating journals, traveling, learning history, and exploring philosophy.
Maha Mir
Accounting Manager
• (t) 416.642.2700 x234
• mmir (at) realpac.ca
Maha Mir
- BComm
Maha supports the Vice President, Financial Reporting & Chief Financial Officer in managing all day-to-day accounting activities. She oversees maintenance of REALPAC’s general ledger and assures that accounting records are prepared and maintained in accordance with REALPAC’s accounting policies. Prior to joining REALPAC, Maha was an Accountant at Primaris Management Inc. where she was responsible for the financial reporting of several properties in her portfolio.
Maha takes any opportunity to explore the world. She hopes to travel to fifty countries by fifty.
Minakshi Pai
Director, Marketing Communications & Digital Transformation
• (t) 416.642.2700 x235
• mpai (at) realpac.ca
Minakshi Pai
- BComm
Minakshi manages REALPAC’s integrated marketing communications activities including corporate communications, print and digital media. She also co-chairs REALPAC’s Marketing Committee and Cyber Security Committee. She has worked in Canada and internationally with some of the world’s biggest brands and governments at national and international level.
Minakshi enjoys nothing more than a long road trip – she hopes to one day do the drive from Victoria, BC to St. John’s, NL.
Scott Stewart
Creative Director
• (t) 416.642.2700 x237
• sstewart (at) realpac.ca
Scott Stewart
- Visual Communications Graduate from the Alberta College of Art & Design
As a key member of the REALPAC Marketing and Communications team, Scott serves as the Creative Director, spearheading the conceptualization, design, and direction of corporate communications across print and digital platforms. Leveraging his extensive background, including over 8 years as the Senior Designer at MacLaren:McCann Advertising, followed by the successful leadership of his own communications design company, Scott brings a unique blend of creativity and strategic vision to every project.
Scott enjoys inspiring exterior and interior design and can often be found sketching out his own landscape or carpentry project.
Celeste Wright
Manager, Government Relations & Policy
• (t) 416.642.2700 x230
• cwright (at) realpac.ca
Celeste Wright
- MPA
Celeste is the Manager for Government Relations, Policy & Research.
Celeste enjoys yoga and travel. She is always looking for a good murder mystery.