Staff Members
Karen Vavrek
CEO
Karen joined the Habitat Red Deer team as the new CEO in early July 2017. She brings over 20 years’ experience working in the charitable non-profit sector, with several years in senior managements roles.
Kathy Pipes
ReStore Director of Operations
Kathy is the newest member of the Habitat team and comes with over 20 years of retail management experience.
Nate Crowe-Swords
Construction Supervisor
Nate joined the Habitat team in February 2022 as the Construction Supervisor for our upcoming build. Nate brings to the team over 25 years experience in trades and construction management making him an excellent addition to Habitat.
Janelle Duffin
Family Services & Office Manager
Janelle has been with Habitat Red Deer since April 2016, and is the Family Services and Office Manager. With a background in Correctional Studies and having worked within youth justice, Janelle loves to meet and work with people from all walks of life.
Ana Saskowski
Communications Coordinator
Ana is a single mom to two fantastic teenagers and has lived in the Central Alberta area for much of her life.
