The Keltic Way
Since 2016, we have been dedicated to developing exceptional homes and commercial spaces that bring people together and strengthen the fabric of their communities.
ABOUT KELTIC
Inspired by Vancouver and energized by its diversity, our team at Keltic recognized the city’s immense potential for real estate development, and launched its first project, Coco, in 2016. A resounding success, Keltic has since gone on to deliver over 1 million square feet of space and has an additional 13 million square feet in production.
In addition to residential developments, Keltic has diversified with commercial and institutional developments and resort communities. Our focus on integrity, quality, and innovation across all projects has allowed them to achieve unprecedented growth.
VISION & MISSION
We are passionate about people. Our vision is to continue building a brand that is recognized for industry-leading design, quality, and innovation. We develop homes and spaces that connect people and enhance the lives and well-being of the communities we create. Our team thinks outside the box, challenges the limits of design, and leaves a positive, long-lasting impact on people, places, and the environment.
Strategic Vision for the Next Five Years
At Keltic, our vision for the next five years focuses on expanding our portfolio with a balanced approach. We will continue to prioritize mixed-use residential developments while increasing our industrial and IPP (Income-Producing Properties) portfolio to 20%. Our geographic focus will remain in the Lower Mainland, with additional opportunities being explored in Alberta and in the Southern United States.
To fuel this growth, we will actively engage with third-party equity partners, pursue land joint ventures, and explore GP-LP structures and REITs to enhance our capital strategy. Beyond our development projects, we will expand our service offerings by providing project management services to external clients, further solidifying our market presence.
At the core of our success are our people. We are committed to fostering a positive, inclusive culture that attracts and retains top talent. Our new strategies will be designed to inspire our team and drive long-term success. We will also invest in strengthening our internal capabilities in construction, sales, and material sourcing, ensuring a competitive cost advantage that enables us to deliver high-quality projects with greater efficiency.
As we look to the future, we at Keltic are excited about the opportunities ahead and our continued journey toward excellence.
Our Values
The foundation of our culture, our values are paramount to how we work, operate, and engage with our homeowners, team members, and partners.
Integrity
We hold ourselves accountable to our colleagues, partners, and homeowners, and consistently perform in an honest and professional manner.
Respect
Our respect extends to all people. We focus on treating everyone fairly and with dignity.
Collaboration
We believe that working together as a team, with our partners and consultants, leads to better results and builds the foundations of strong, long-lasting relationships.
Innovation
We are constantly getting creative – exploring new technology and better ways of working to enhance our projects and set the curve.
High Performance
We hold ourselves to the highest standards of excellence, always striving to exceed expectations and achieve results.
Quality
We are committed to delivering exceptional quality in everything we do, from the materials and craftsmanship in our projects to the level of service we provide to our clients.
Growth
Learning new ways of doing things is a big part of the Keltic culture. This makes it possible for us to become stronger as an organization and further the scope of our work.
Transparency
We believe in open and direct communication with internal teams and external stakeholders. Clear, straightforward conversations help everyone work together towards a shared goal.
MEET THE TEAM
Our team applies decades of experiences and an entrepreneurial approach to all aspects of the development process. It is this mindset that has established Keltic as one of Metro Vancouver’s fastest-growing developers.
Rachel is the CEO and VP of Finance at Keltic. She also is a Certified Public Accountant (Singapore) and Certified Internal Auditor (Singapore). Prior to joining Keltic, Rachel served as GM of Strategic Investments at a renowned A-share company in China, where she led the global investment from 2016-2018. Between 2007-2012, Rachel led a Sino-Swiss post-JV financial integration project in China, prior to which she worked for a few top-tier MNCs in their Asia Pacific regional HQ. At Keltic, Rachel leads investment evaluation, and deal structuring. Rachel manages a portfolio of over CN $1.2 billion in Hong Kong and Canada combined. She is also a Director of Oriental Yuhong (canada) Investment Holdings Ltd., wherein she promotes the company’s expansion in North America.
Denis is the VP Construction with responsibility for pre-construction and construction for Keltic Developments projects. Prior to joining Keltic Developments Denis gained more than 30 years of industry experience, holding senior level positions in Ireland, Europe, the Middle East and since 2015 in Canada. His experience covers residential real estate development, ICI and defence construction under various delivery models including Design build and P3. Focusing solely on residential real estate development for the past 4 years he has developed a deep understanding of the BC residential market. His long history of establishing and managing robust pre-construction and construction processes ensures projects are set up for success from initiation and completed efficiently.
Kim Sohal is a leader with a wealth of experience in talent management, organizational development, and employee engagement. With a track record spanning 15+ years, she has successfully navigated the complexities of HR across diverse industries, including Information Technology, Corporate Retail, and Aerospace. Currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior at Stanford University, she brings a unique blend of academic rigor and practical insights to her role. Notably, she spearheaded the implementation of the Tri-Matrix Leadership assessment program for over 50 Program Managers at Information Technology sector resulting in improved team dynamics and performance. At Keltic, she is excited to leverage her extensive knowledge to shape the company’s growth trajectory, foster a collaborative environment, and empower employees to thrive. Her commitment to excellence and her ability to align HR strategies with business goals make her an invaluable asset to the organization.
Mike has 30 years of experience in the Lower Mainland's residential real estate development business working for industry-leading general contractors, construction managers, and developers. Mike's solid industry experience is an asset in helping build Keltic into a recognizable company in the B.C Development industry
Kody is the Director of Procurement for Keltic Canada Development. Kody’s role includes overseeing logistics, planning and purchasing to ensure the consistency, cost-effectiveness, efficiency and adequacy of the procurement process. He provides commercial and contractual advice to project management to ensure optimal outcomes for the Project during ramp up and operational phases. He also manages the commercial and contractual interface and relationship with the client and subcontractors. Kody is fluent in speaking and writing Mandarin and has worked in global trade for 10+ years. Prior to joining Keltic, he worked for a leading construction management and high rise development company in Vancouver.
Christina Sung, our Director of Marketing, is an accomplished real estate professional with over 11 years of extensive experience in project marketing. Her diverse portfolio spans residential, commercial, industrial, and retail sectors, with a successful track record of over 30 projects in British Columbia, totaling a remarkable value exceeding $2 billion.
Christina honed her expertise at Vancouver's top three leading marketing agencies, where she demonstrated exceptional creativity, self-motivation, and meticulous attention to detail. Her steadfast commitment to excellence consistently exceeded expectations, earning her accolades for outstanding performance.
Fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin, Christina is a multilingual professional equipped with strong leadership, problem-solving, and strategic skills. She is an invaluable asset to our team, dedicated to fostering success of the marketing team and driving innovation in the real estate industry.
Christina honed her expertise at Vancouver's top three leading marketing agencies, where she demonstrated exceptional creativity, self-motivation, and meticulous attention to detail. Her steadfast commitment to excellence consistently exceeded expectations, earning her accolades for outstanding performance.
Fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin, Christina is a multilingual professional equipped with strong leadership, problem-solving, and strategic skills. She is an invaluable asset to our team, dedicated to fostering success of the marketing team and driving innovation in the real estate industry.
Florence is responsible for Project Accounting at Keltic and has over 20 years of combined accounting and audit experience. Prior to Keltic, she was a Senior Project Accountant at notable companies.
With 7 years at Keltic, Leo has played a key role in the planning, development management, and successful completion of various projects, including mixed-use developments, commercial properties, and master-planned communities. In addition to development, Leo has experience managing commercial assets, negotiating leases for income-generating properties, and sourcing materials from offshore markets.
As Keltic's Customer Care and Construction Manager, Jason oversees Keltic's Homeowner Care Program and helps navigate new homeowners through the first year in their new homes. Jason has over 20 years of experience in design and construction, both locally and internationally. Jason has also worked on numerous large-scale projects such as the River District in Vancouver and the Brewery District in New Westminister.
As Keltic’s Acquisition Manager, David oversees deal sourcing, underwriting, negotiation, and coordination of investment opportunities. He also plays a pivotal role in supporting the development of Keltic’s portfolio strategy and conducts analyses on current projects and holdings. David has over a decade of experience in investment underwriting and development management, both locally and internationally. Prior to joining Keltic, he worked with a prominent global real estate investor, focusing on underwriting development projects in the lower mainland.
PEOPLE & CULTURE
At Keltic, we take a creative approach to development – both of spaces and of people. We are constantly exploring what’s possible, and each project builds on the next, allowing us to refine our craft and create the exceptional.
Here, we work in collaborative teams – bringing some of the best minds in acquisition, development, construction, marketing, sales, accounting, customer care and operations under one roof. We encourage the professional growth of all our team members, and set measurable steps that help each individual achieve ambitious professional and personal goals.
GIVING BACK
Keltic feels strongly about playing our part in the communities where we work, and we are always exploring ways to positively impact these spaces in the long run.
We have proudly contributed to:
- St Pauls Foundations Light of Hope Campaign
- Burnaby Hospital Foundation
- The Greater Vancouver Food Bank
- UC Davis Foundation
- Programs and Displays at Sandpiper Bald Eagle Interpretive Center
- SeaDoc Society’s Salish Sea Wild Episodes
