Angela joined the Housing Trust with 20 years of leadership experience in the non-profit sector.  She has worked in diverse roles always with the goal of creating vital and vibrant communities.  Angela worked to advance solutions to the affordable and homeless crisis twenty years ago and joining the Housing Trust as it’s first Executive Director is like coming home. Angela is excited to be working with a dedicated volunteer Board who are leveraging their exceptional expertise and experience in building a legacy for the HRM community of safe, quality, and affordable homes. 

Scott has 18 years experience in general contracting and renovation in the construction industry in Nova Scotia and Ontario. Scott is a graduate of Nova Scotia Community College’s Construction Management program and is a LEED Accredited professional. Having worked as a project manager on large and small builds, an estimator and a carpenter, his unique experience contributes to how he approaches a wide range of construction projects. With a belief that everyone should have access to quality in construction, he joined the Housing Trust to contribute to positive social change in Nova Scotia.

Andreas proudly brings over 35 years of experience as a respected builder and contractor in the commercial and residential industry. His “boots on the ground” approach, delivers high quality workmanship with considerable attention to detail. His extensive knowledge and skills enable him to offer “out of the box” solutions to challenging situations. Andreas is grateful to be a part of the Housing Trust of Nova Scotia team, providing affordable quality housing solutions and whose values align with his own. One thing he loves most about his job is seeing the end result when it’s finished.

Kara joined the Housing Trust with over 10 years of experience as a CPA in the real-estate industry. She is a graduate of St. Francis Xavier University’s Business Administration program and holds a Master of Business Administration from St. Mary’s University. She is excited to join the Housing Trust and provide financial support to the team so they can continue to provide quality, affordable housing across Nova Scotia. 

Sophie is a student within the Bachelor of Environmental Design Studies (Architecture) program at Dalhousie University, and a recent graduate of Bachelor of Community Design (Urban Planning). These program have helped her foster an interest in providing equitable and affordable housing through policy and design. She has worked with many non-profit housing organizations for low income residents and youth. Sophie is excited to foster a relationship with the community with ongoing engagement through the Housing Trust of Nova Scotia.

Jamie has joined The Housing Trust of Nova Scotia with 20 years of experience in construction, ranging from custom home building to energy efficiency and renovation. He has obtained a diploma in Construction Management from NSCC and is a certified energy auditor. At the Housing Trust, he wears a lot of different hats and is the “in-house” troubleshooter and problem solver. Working in affordable housing is a welcome and rewarding change of pace. 

Jordan joins The Housing Trust with seven years of project management experience in the elevator service industry, where he has successfully led projects in manufacturing, construction, and modernization. He has an undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of New Brunswick and holds a Professional Engineer of Nova Scotia designation. Jordan also carries Construction Safety Supervisor designation and strives to ensure safety is always the top priority. He looks forward to transferring his project management skill set and technical expertise to the development and construction of affordable housing, and making a meaningful positive change for the communities.

Logan brings over 7 years of construction project management experience along with a decade in business development and management. He holds a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and an undergraduate degree in Business Administration from St. Francis Xavier University. Having worked extensively with general contractors across the Halifax region, Logan emphasizes a relationship-focused approach to achieving project success. Deeply connected to both Halifax and rural Nova Scotia, he’s eager to leverage his skills to create a meaningful impact within his community.

Kristy is joining the Housing Trust with three years of compliance experience in the automotive industry, as well as five years of accounting experience. Known for her detail-oriented and process-driven approach, she excels in maintaining accuracy and ensuring adherence to industry standards. As a Candidate Member of the Appraisal Institute of Canada, she is actively working towards her Canadian Residential Appraiser (CRA) designation while pursuing a Bachelor of Real Estate Management and a Diploma in Urban Land Economics. With a deep passion for the real estate industry, Kristy is committed to applying her expertise to support the Housing Trust’s mission of creating sustainable and accessible housing solutions.

Brock McNamee is a graduate of the Business Administration program at Algonquin College, bringing over 10 years of experience in accounting and administrative roles. Brock is excited to be part of the team at The Housing Trust of Nova Scotia, contributing to its mission of creating and supporting affordable housing solutions across the province.

Kerri brings a wealth of experience in hospitality, administration, and customer service to her role at The Housing Trust of Nova Scotia. With 17 years in Halifax’s hotel industry, she began her career as a switchboard operator and advanced to roles in Human Resources and Payroll Administration. From 2009 to 2017, Kerri lived in Winnipeg, where she worked as a Receptionist and Administrative Assistant at a non-profit residential facility operated by Lions Housing Centres, supporting both students and seniors in various housing settings. Since returning to Halifax in 2017 to reconnect with her Maritime roots, she has spent six years working remotely as an Office Manager for a local home inspection business. Kerri joined the Housing Trust team in April 2025 and is passionate about people and delivering outstanding service. She is excited to contribute to the organization’s mission of supporting affordable and inclusive housing across Nova Scotia.

Chinmay Batra has over four years of hands-on experience in property accounting, working with both commercial and residential properties. Throughout his career, he’s developed a strong interest in financial analysis and takes pride in helping organizations build and maintain solid, reliable financial processes. Chinmay has always been passionate about giving back to the community and was drawn to the non-profit sector by a desire to make a meaningful impact. Joining The Housing Trust of Nova Scotia is a natural fit for him, and he’s genuinely excited to be part of a team working toward safe, affordable housing for all.