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Episode 1: Welcome to Stratagize
In this episode, hosts Brent & James talk about why they created this podcast, and what you can expect. -
Episode 2: 30,000 foot view of the strata management industry
In this episode Chris Churchill, the President of FirstService Residential BC peels back the curtain and gives us some insight into the current state of the strata industry in British Columbia. -
Episode 3: The ever-changing expectations of strata managers
In this episode Sean Ingraham, Senior Vice President speaks about the differing business models of strata management companies and how that has an impact on the customer experience. -
Episode 4: Shaping the future of work
In this episode, Lydia Tay, Vice President of Human Resources speaks passionately about the role HR plays in shaping engaging and inclusive workspaces. -
Episode 5: How to be a more effective council member
In this episode, Brian Duff, the Vice President of Sales for FirstService Residential talks about the single most important element a successful council needs to have and unpacks the six most common personas of council members. -
Episode 6: Strata management is a symphony, not a one-person band
In this episode Darrin Whitney, Vice President of strata operations talks about the support a strata manager needs to effectively manage strata corporations. -
Episode 7: What you need to know about strata insurance
In this episode Paul Murcutt, Senior Vice President of BFL Canada gives an overview of the strata insurance market and what stratas can do to minimize the impact of claims. -
Episode 8: How to service your strata like a Fairmont Hotel
In this episode, Dale Dyck, Vice President of Property Services with FirstService Residential BC discusses the impact a properly functioning services team can have to bridge the gap left behind by a portfolio-based strata management market. -
Episode 9: Unpacking depreciation reports and the importance of capital planning
In this episode, Jason Dunn, Senior Project Engineer with RDH discusses the importance of a depreciation report as a planning tool for stratas. -
Episode 10: What You Need to Know About Changes to Strata Lots & Common Property
In this episode, Brent and James discuss changes to common property with Ben Scheidegger, a strata lawyer from Hamilton & Co. What requires permission and what doesn’t from a council perspective as well as a strata lot owners’ perspective. -
Episode 11: Three Common Red Flags That Drive the Search for New Strata Management
In this episode, Brent and James have a conversation about the three most common red flags council members say drives them to look for new strata management. -
Episode 12: The Broadway Plan and The Future of Vancouver
In this episode, Brent and James have a conversation with Jaraad Marani, Vice President Development Advisory with Colliers to discuss the Broadway Plan. -
Episode 13: The Number One Mistake Councils Make Regarding Bylaws
In this episode, Oskar Miklos of Refresh Law details the most important aspects of an effective bylaw program and discusses the implications of not adhering to the bylaws of your strata. -
Episode 14: No Holds Barred With The Godfather Of Strata
In this episode, Brent and James sit down with Tony Gioventu, Executive Director of CHOA BC who pulls no punches with his opinion on the strata industry and what is needed to turn it around. -
Episode 16: A Rising Tide Lifts All Ships: The Importance Of Education
In this episode, Brent and James sit down with Roger Williams, Executive Director of PAMA who passionately advocates for the continuing education of strata managers. -
Episode 15: Brutally Honest Strata Advice
In this episode, Brent and James are interviewed by Amanda Farmer a strata lawyer from Australia on her podcast Your Strata Property. -
Episode 17: It’s a Bird, It’s a Plane, It’s an Airspace Parcel
In this episode, Brent and James discuss the complexities of airspace parcels with Allyson Baker, a partner and strata lawyer with Clark Wilson. -
Episode 18: The Most Common Mistake Councils Make Regarding Human Rights
In this episode, Brent and James discuss how Human Rights intersects with the Strata Property Act with Lisa Mackie, partner and strata lawyer with Alexander Holburn. -
Episode 20: Everything You Need To Know About Financial Statements: Best Practices For A Financially Healthy Strata
In this episode, Brent and James speak with Isadora Goh, Vice President of Client Accounting for FirstService Residential who shares tips, advice, and red flags when reading financial statements. -
Episode 21: Confessions Of A Former Strata Manager
In this episode, Brent and James talk with former strata manager, James Payette and discuss his decision to leave his career and his hopes for the industry’s future. -
Episode 22: How Bad Landlords Make Bad Tenants: The Vicious Cycle In The Rental Market
In this episode, Brent and James discuss the rental market and insights on how to be a good landlord with Keaton Bessey, managing broker of Greater Vancouver Tenant and Property Management Ltd. -
Episode 23: The Shortage of Strata Managers Spark Fears of Impending Crisis
In this episode, Brent and James meet with Chris Churchill, President of FirstService Residential BC to discuss significant challenges the strata industry is heading towards over the next few years and the implications this has for strata corporations and residents. -
Episode 24: Big Brother In Your Strata: Are Privacy Rules Going Too Far?
In this episode, Brent and James discuss privacy with Veronica Franco, partner & strata lawyer with Clark Wilson LLP. An in-depth look at the roles and responsibilities of strata corporations to protect your personal information. -
Episode 25: Bill 44: Solution To The Rental Crisis or Does This Spell Problems for Strata Corps?
In this episode, Brent and James discuss Bill 44 with Jamie Bleay, partner at Bleay Both Uppal LLP. An in-depth look at the controversial removal of rental & age restrictions for stratas 2009 and older.