OUR TEAM

A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT

Welcome to the Seton Villa community.

Our mission is to support seniors through health, independence, and affordable living, guided by values of respect, care, and community. We are proud to be moving forward with our new 48 unit wheelchair accessible housing development, a meaningful step in expanding access and support for seniors. Together, we are creating a place where residents can thrive and staff can feel proud of the work they do. Thank you for being part of our community.

Warm regards,
Dana Juba | Board President

Chief Executive Officer

  • As CEO, Michele provides leadership across all areas of Seton Villa, ensuring the strategic direction set by the Board is reflected in everyday operations. She serves as a vital link between the Board and residents, helping to bring shared goals to life with clarity, compassion, and purpose.

    Michele joined Seton Villa in 2017 and is guided by two core principles: creating a meaningful quality of life for residents and fostering a healthy, happy workplace for staff. She holds an Executive MBA from the Sauder School of Business as well as bachelor’s degrees in social work and science. Outside of work, she finds joy in nature, especially the beauty of British Columbia.

  • As Chief Operations Officer, Stephen oversees Site Development, Building Operations and Maintenance, and Food Services. Working closely with the CEO, he ensures services across campus are resident focused, high quality, and aligned with Seton Villa’s commitment to compassionate senior living. His work is driven by a dedication to dignity, comfort, and joy for all residents.

    Stephen brings more than 20 years of leadership experience from the Canadian Armed Forces, where he specialized in logistics, operations, and planning. He is a graduate of the Canadian Forces School of Administration and Logistics and holds a Certified Chef de Cuisine designation.

Chief Operations Officer

  • As Director of Care, Renneth works closely with the CEO and Leadership Team to ensure every resident receives the highest standard of health care support. Her role involves planning, organizing, and overseeing care delivery in alignment with Fraser Health Authority guidelines and Assisted Living Registry requirements.

    Renneth joined Seton Villa in 2007 and brings deep pride and commitment to her work. She ensures that care is always delivered with dignity, respect, and compassion to each resident.

Director of Care

Chief Financial Officer

  • Susan is a Chartered Professional Accountant with a background in electrical engineering and extensive experience in financial planning, staff development, and management across both public and non-profit sectors. She brings strong analytical skills and a deep commitment to supporting vulnerable seniors.

    A lifelong learner, Susan embraces new technologies including artificial intelligence and advanced Excel tools to enhance productivity and decision-making. Trained in lean production, she focuses on streamlining financial operations, strengthening procedures, and ensuring accurate and reliable reporting.

  • Ann supports the CEO and Board of Directors in advancing Seton Villa's mission, vision, and strategic priorities through strong leadership, organizational governance, and operational excellence.

    She oversees the adaptive reuse and restoration of Overlynn Mansion, working closely with the City of Burnaby and community stakeholders to transform this historic landmark into a vibrant gathering place where people can celebrate, create, learn, and connect.

    Ann also leads the Resident Relations Team, fostering an exceptional resident experience grounded in outstanding service, community engagement, and quality of life. In addition, she supports a positive workplace culture that empowers staff to deliver compassionate, resident-centered care and services.

    Through her leadership, Ann helps ensure Seton Villa remains a welcoming, innovative, and thriving community for residents, staff, volunteers, and the broader community.

Associate Executive Director

Manager,

Environmental Services

Director of Building Maintenance

  • Sean oversees all aspects of campus maintenance including mechanical, ventilation, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, electrical systems, and fire safety. He provides direct leadership to maintenance workers and housekeeping staff, ensuring the campus remains safe, functional, and well cared for.

    He is also responsible for procuring and negotiating service contracts, keeping operations running smoothly for residents and staff alike.

Executive Chef

  • Ryan leads Seton Villa’s culinary team with a focus on exceptional taste, nutrition, and resident well-being. He oversees daily kitchen operations including menu planning, food preparation, and all aspects of quality and safety.

    With experience in golf and country clubs, catering companies, restaurants, and retirement homes, Ryan brings creativity and care to every meal. He and his team prepare menus from scratch using fresh, nutrient-rich ingredients and work closely with residents and health providers to accommodate dietary needs while maintaining flavor and balance.

    Ryan also supports and coaches kitchen staff, ensuring high standards in cleanliness, organization, and overall kitchen operations.

Recreation & Leisure Program Lead

  • Nellmarie is a dedicated leader in Therapeutic Recreation and a certified Eden Associate, passionate about enriching the lives of seniors through programs that build community and belonging. She is especially proud of Seton Villa’s low loneliness rates and strong internal volunteer engagement.

    A committed lifelong learner, she believes “It’s never too late to become what you might have been.” Fluent in three languages, she enjoys an active, outdoor lifestyle in her personal time.

Dining Room Manager

  • Zlata ensures all aspects of dining room operations run smoothly and that residents feel welcomed and well cared for at every meal. Since joining Seton Villa in 2021, she has brought nearly 20 years of hospitality experience and is known for building warm, positive relationships between residents and the dining room team.

Housing Coordinator

  • Laura supports residents throughout every step of their housing journey. Working under the direction of the CEO, she helps maintain full occupancy, promotes Seton Villa through community partnerships, and builds relationships with service providers who connect older adults with supportive and affordable housing.

    She plays a key role in screening new residents, welcoming families, preparing documentation, coordinating move-ins and move-outs, establishing lease agreements, and ensuring a warm and supportive experience from the very first interaction.

Care Coordinator

  • Jerlyn provides nursing care and treatment within the Licensed Practical Nurse scope of practice, always honoring the dignity, individuality, and spirit of each resident. She collaborates with residents and Community Health Workers to ensure support plans are followed and updated as needed.

    She also oversees task delegation and liaises with professional staff and families to support residents with compassion and clarity.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

President

  • Dana grew up in Burnaby where she has lived for over fifty-five years. She retired from an accounting position with a non-profit in March 2020. Volunteering in her community has been important to Dana. She has fulfilled all executive roles on her children’s elementary and high school Parent Advisory Councils, managed various sports teams and clubs, organized fundraisers, sat on and chaired various church committees, and most recently was Chair of her church board for four years. Spare time is filled with family, friends, travel, singing, and spending time in the natural world. Dana is excited to bring her experience, attention to detail, and genuine interest in positive and sustainable elder care to the Board.

Vice President

  • Barbara has volunteered with the Board for the past two years. Barbara has had a varied career, first as a hairstylist, then as an educator in the hairstyling industry, and two terms as a Burnaby School Trustee. Barbara has also advocated for co-op housing and served as a Strata Property Manager. Barbara raised her two boys in Burnaby and has called it home for over 40 years. Having lived in Co-op Housing, Barbara understands the need for involvement and how reaching out to serve benefits all. Barbara enjoys time with her granddaughter, traveling, drawing, and serving on the Board at her Strata Property.

Treasurer

  • Bob has served on the Board since 1984 as a Director, President and currently as the Treasurer. He is married with two children and has lived in Burnaby for over 45 years. He is a Past President of Rotary and a retired businessman. Bob has operated several enterprises in the lower mainland including a treatment and disposal of hazardous waste facility and most recently a printing business in Burnaby. He believes volunteers are the lifeblood of a vibrant community.

Secretary

  • Valerie is a risk management professional, who received her CRM certification in Canadian Risk Management. Currently, she works with ICBC, as an Enterprise Risk Management Analyst, where she executes comprehensive operational risk management programs and provides advice on facilities, incident management, key risk measures, and controls. Valerie has experience in financial services, having worked as an Account Manager with the Royal Bank, and received a Bachelor of Science in Economics from Ahmadu Bello University in Nigeria. She has also received a Master of Business Administration from University Canada West.

Past President

  • Zina joined the Board by invitation, feeling this was an opportunity to give back to the seniors who helped build the community. Zina is a retired real estate appraiser and a retired member of the Appraisal Institute of Canada. Zina has prior board experience with a community club and currently chairs the strata council where she lives. Zina and her husband Rob have four grown daughters and seven grandchildren. Cooking, sewing, and travel are her current hobbies.

  • A seasoned senior executive and board leader, Doyin Adegbulugbe brings over fifteen years of governance, compliance, and strategic leadership experience across the nonprofit, financial services, and post‑secondary education sectors. With deep expertise in fiduciary oversight, risk management, policy governance, and regulatory accountability, Doyin is committed to strengthening sustainable, community‑focused organizations that support vulnerable populations.

    Most recently, Doyin served as Chairman of the Executive Committee for HelpUsDefend Global Non‑Profit, providing governance leadership for a global volunteer network and overseeing policy development, risk management, and board effectiveness. His prior board roles include Director of the Gambia Development Challenge—supporting poverty alleviation, food security, and community-led development—and Trustee at the Institute of Bankers, The Gambia, where he contributed to professional standards and governance within the national banking sector.

    Currently Head of Compliance and Regulatory Affairs and Faculty at Focus College, Doyin leads governance alignment, regulatory compliance, and risk management in a highly regulated academic environment. Previously, as Managing Director and CEO of Skye Bank Gambia, Doyin led organizational turnaround initiatives, strengthened governance systems, and oversaw large teams and operational budgets.

    Doyin holds advanced degrees in leadership, information technology management, and business administration, along with executive education in global strategic management and Indigenous studies. His core strengths include board governance, fiduciary oversight, regulatory compliance, strategic planning, community engagement, and organizational sustainability.

Director

Director

  • Dr. Etches brings considerable experience as a family physician, providing care for seniors at all levels of housing: low-income, independent, and assisted living. He has served as a Medical Director at five senior care facilities and as a Clinical Professor at UBC in the Department of Family Practice. Dr. Etches has extensive community service having served on numerous non-profit Boards including the College of Physicians and Surgeons of B.C., Doctors of B.C., Project Ploughshares, and Rideau Retirement Centre.

Director

  • David has lived in Burnaby Heights since 1986 and brings decades of legal expertise and a passion for community service to the Board. As a lawyer, David is currently a Panel Member of the Employment and Assistance Appeal Tribunal with the Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction, Government of B.C. David has served on numerous non-profit Boards including ten years with 411 Seniors Centre Society, where he participated in the planning and construction of the new housing development in Vancouver and was instrumental in lobbying for low-cost internet and cell phones to seniors.

Director

  • John is a seasoned entrepreneur and executive with a strong track record in launching and scaling startups. His expertise spans strategic planning, corporate and operational structuring, financing, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance. John has successfully led multiple companies through listings on Canadian stock exchanges and has held key leadership roles including Director, CEO, and CFO of publicly listed companies. He has been rigorously vetted by securities commissions across various jurisdictions and has played a pivotal role in securing venture capital financing in complex and competitive markets.

Director

  • Barbara believes volunteers are the heart and backbone of society. She has utilized her experience to serve on many community Boards including St. Michael’s Centre, Burnaby Family Life, Burnaby Arts Council, and as an elected School Trustee. Later she worked as a sports administrator, organizing membership, tournaments, and leagues. Barbara has been on the Seton Villa Board for over ten years, and Burnaby has been her home for over 60 years, where she raised her three children and enjoys her four “perfect” grandchildren.

Director

Director

  • Allen Zhu is a seasoned business educator, financial management expert, and international consultant with over 25 years of experience in Canada and Asia. He served as an administrator and business professor at Capilano University from 1998 to 2025, following earlier professional roles at the University of British Columbia (UBC) and the Beijing University of Economics and Business.

    Allen’s career spans international finance, investment, project development, and global education program management. He is a long-standing member of CPA Canada and CPA BC, he holds an M.Sc. in International Business from UBC and a B.Com. (Honours) in Finance from the Beijing University of Economics and Business.

    He has been managing financial investment business with his professional capacity since 1996 advising clients on strategic planning, financial management, and personal wealth planning. 

    Allen has lived in the great Vancouver region for more than 36 years. He has been an active community volunteer with more than 25 years of service, contributing to roles such as media commentator, pension advisory committee member, professional development lecturer, board director, and career advisor. Fluent in English and Mandarin, he brings strong cross‑cultural communication skills and a collaborative, community‑focused approach to the Board and our community.