About Us
Management team
Managing Director
Mary Landell is the founder / Managing Director of Landell and Associates Consulting Ltd. and its sister company MLL Communications Ltd. Both have offered employment consulting services since 1990, assisting job seekers experiencing both recessions and boom periods. Mary has extensive management and public speaking experience as well as a background in teaching, counselling, program design and project proposals and delivery.
Mary's Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI®) type is INFJ. INFJ types "combine their empathic understanding with the drive and organization to implement global plans for enhancing people's lives". (From Introduction to Type by Isabel Briggs Myers, sixth edition).
In 1998 the Landell staff showed their appreciation of Mary's leadership by nominating her as Mentor of the Year. As a result, she was presented with the first Mentor of the Year Netty (NETWERCC) Award which reads: "To Mary Landell whose past and continued encouragement and support have made a lasting and meaningful contribution to the professional development of others in the career development field." This was an inspiring event for the whole organization.
Mary tries hard to practice a give-and-take attitude of grace and humour. A deep longing of hers is to see staff and clients totally engaged and having fun while being inspired / pushed / pulled to their full work potential and beyond. Some of her sayings are: "arrange for success; people need the most love when they're the least lovable; walking the talk is uphill; to get unstuck, set a date, say you're going to do it, then make it happen; doors open and close at just the right time; it always works out; that didn't just happen; will this really matter 200 years from now; put feet under your prayers."
Assistant Managing Director / Facilitator
Kaireen has been working at Landell since 2001, initially as a Facilitator of Landell's 7-day Career Planning Program, and then as the Assistant Managing Director. Kaireen enjoys motivating, inspiring and encouraging people to reach their potential, particularly with regards to their career goals. She brings to Landell over 15 years experience as an instructor/trainer in the corporate world and several years experience as an Office Administrator. She holds dual certification from Capilano College's Career Development Facilitator Program and Douglas College's Employment Counsellor Training Program. Additional qualifications include: BC Certified Career Development Practitioner; Myers Briggs Type Indicator®; Personality Dimensions; and Job Club Leadership Training.
Controller / Financial Manager
Maria is currently working towards her CGA designation, and has been a large part of the reason for the ongoing success and solid reputation of Landell with government funders in terms of budgets and strict financial accountability. Maria started with Landell in 1994 and plays a key role on the Management Team with strategic planning, proposals and reports. At one point she was doing all of the financial management duties, including payroll for a staff of 42 and four Landell sites. Efficient, accurate, kind, even-tempered and able to multi-task, Maria speaks four languages: English, Polish, Russian, and Greek.
Rhonda Roberts
Burnaby Site Coordinator / Senior Facilitator
Rhonda has worked with Landell for over 14 years in a number of capacities: Facilitator in the Professional and Technical Job Finding Club, Case Manager, Resource Centre Advisor, Needs Determination Counsellor, and Facilitator in the 7-day Career Planning Program. Rhonda played an integral part in the design and development of our Career Planning Program from its inception in 1997. Currently Rhonda "wears two hats" as she is the Burnaby area Site Coordinator and Senior Facilitator in the Career Planning Program.
Rhonda enjoys ensuring the delivery of our client-focused high quality programs and her commitment to clients and staff is exemplary. Rhonda's past experience includes: instructor in both private and public colleges, legal assistant, special events coordinator and fitness trainer.
Certificates and qualifications include: Provincial Instructors Diploma, Counselling Skills, Job Club, Conflict Resolution, Bridging True Colors / Personality Dimensions (Level 1), Emotional Intelligence for Human Resource Professionals, and Safety in the Workplace.
Facilitator - Career Planning Program
Naz is a certified career development professional who has 10 years of experience in this field. She has certification in career counselling, Personality Dimensions, True Colors, Job Club Leadership Training, the Emotional Quotient Inventory, and Implicit Career Search.
Naz is a member of the BC Career Development Association, the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association, and the BC Network for Compassionate Communication. She is passionate about her work and she brings six years of self employment expertise and perspective to her clients, helping them to achieve optimal results in their careers.
Facilitator - Career Planning Program
Susan brings to Landell a diverse professional background, including over seven years experience in corporate training, marketing and communications. Her education includes training in psychology, adult education and communications. Her knowledge in the area of employment services, career transition, personal development and facilitation are the result of her years of formal and informal training and experience. She completed her Career Development Practitioner training at Douglas College in 2010. A skilled writer and engaging speaker, Susan draws on her extensive experience in resume development and strategic planning to help clients reach their career goals. Her supportive, client-focused approach is combined with her commitment to assist clients in the transition to employment as she helps them move toward meaningful work and fulfilling careers.
Facilitator - Career Planning Program
Darina joined the team at Landell and Associates Consulting in August 2010 as a facilitator in the Career Planning program. She has worked extensively in the fields of immigration settlement and adult education in both the private and non-profit sectors. Darina has a varied educational background, including a Master’s degree from the University of British Columbia and certification in Career Development. She is also licensed to conduct Personality Dimensions and Job Finding Club workshops.
Passionate about the career planning process, Darina enjoys assisting groups and individuals in identifying and exploring career options. She is known to be a motivating and engaging speaker and has served as a mentor to those entering the field of adult education throughout her career. Her goal is to help each one of her clients find work that is emotionally and financially rewarding.
In addition to her work as a facilitator, Darina is also pursuing a career as a freelance writing and editing professional with a specialization in food and travel. Her work has appeared in several print and online publications.
Lisa Heel
Career Planning Program - Program Assistant
Lisa joined the Landell team in November, 2011, providing capable, dedicated support to clients and staff. Lisa’s education has included courses in business, leadership coaching, early childhood education, fundraising and she holds a World Host Certificate. A “true blue” nurturer, Lisa’s desire to help others has enabled her to support individuals with special needs within a classroom setting, in group homes and as a home support worker for those with physical challenges.
Her drive to make a difference has led Lisa to work and live abroad. In 2003 she founded and implemented the charitable organization HUGGS Canada (www.huggscanada.com), which promotes education, nutrition, health and mentoring of youth from the city slums in South India. HUGGS has provided opportunities for Lisa in public speaking, mentoring of students, fundraising, donor relations, and liaising with the Board of Directors and professionals in India.
Career Planning Program - Program Assistant
Lisa joined the Landell team in November, 2011, providing capable, dedicated support to clients and staff. Lisa’s education has included courses in business, leadership coaching, early childhood education, fundraising and she holds a World Host Certificate. A “true blue” nurturer, Lisa’s desire to help others has enabled her to support individuals with special needs within a classroom setting, in group homes and as a home support worker for those with physical challenges.
Her drive to make a difference has led Lisa to work and live abroad. In 2003 she founded and implemented the charitable organization HUGGS Canada (www.huggscanada.com), which promotes education, nutrition, health and mentoring of youth from the city slums in South India. HUGGS has provided opportunities for Lisa in public speaking, mentoring of students, fundraising, donor relations, and liaising with the Board of Directors and professionals in India.
Winnie
Facilitator - Strategic Job Search
"Winnie" joined Landell and Associates staff in 2008, working first at the Cloverdale site and then moving to the Burnaby area site. Winne very quickly left her positive imprint on clients and colleagues. She has a diploma as an Employment Counsellor, and has attained her Job Club Leadership Training certificate as well as Personality Dimensions training. She brings to the field an eclectic background including business development, business consulting and reorganization, as well as an entrepreneurial spirit built on the establishment of her own companies specializing in palliative care and special needs. She has also travelled extensively.
Winnie offers superb facilitation skills and a unique ability to have her clients realize their full potential.
Facilitator - Strategic Job Search
"Winnie" joined Landell and Associates staff in 2008, working first at the Cloverdale site and then moving to the Burnaby area site. Winne very quickly left her positive imprint on clients and colleagues. She has a diploma as an Employment Counsellor, and has attained her Job Club Leadership Training certificate as well as Personality Dimensions training. She brings to the field an eclectic background including business development, business consulting and reorganization, as well as an entrepreneurial spirit built on the establishment of her own companies specializing in palliative care and special needs. She has also travelled extensively.
Winnie offers superb facilitation skills and a unique ability to have her clients realize their full potential.
Facilitator - Strategic Job Search
Katherine has 7 years experience as a Career Development Professional and has assisted over 900 clients in their Career Journey. She has worked with a variety of clients including Immigrants with a Professional designation, IT Professionals and Managers, new University and College Graduates, clients looking for entry-level positions, mature workers, mothers re-entering the work force, and clients with various disabilities.
She is certified as a Career Development Practitioner, and has 2 supporting certificates, Job Club Leadership Training (level 2) and Personality Dimensions. She has her degree from UBC, majoring in psychology, and is currently completing her Provincial Instructors Diploma through VCC.
Having been Owner / Manager of her own successful businesses for a combined 12 years, and with a staff of up to 40 employees annually, her strength as a Career Development Professional lies in understanding what employers are looking for in potential employees. She works closely with her clients to ensure they present themselves professionally through their marketing material and prepares them to be confident with their interviewing skills.
In her spare time she enjoys her two teenage children, boating, entertaining, and like a true ‘blue’, works hard at creating a harmonious environment.
The Strategic Job Search techniques she applies are skills that will last a lifetime. In our ever-changing employment situation, the skill of learning how to land that great job is as important as the skills necessary to do the job itself.
Facilitator - Strategic Job Search
Michael joined the team at Landell and Associates Consulting Ltd. in 2011. He comes with certification in Career Development from Simon Fraser University as well as a B.A. in Business and Geography. Michael is certified in Job Club Leadership and Personality Dimensions. His experience in adult teaching, the travel / hospitality industry and non-profit sector enable him to connect with clients of all ages and backgrounds. Michael is known for being approachable, resourceful and helpful. His positivity and enthusiasm make him a natural facilitator. His other interests include coaching and refereeing basketball, photography, and live theatre.
Andrea
Administrative Assistant
Andrea has over nine years experience interacting with diverse client populations. She joins the Landell team with over four years experience within the career development field. She comes with a Career Development Practitioner Certificate as well as a Job Club Coach Certificate. In addition, she holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree with a focus on Psychology and minor in Counselling and Human Development. Within any field or job that Andrea works in, she brings with her a passion and sincere dedication in helping others. She focuses on high quality client care and provides unconditional support and encouragement to others. On a personal note, Andrea enjoys reading, traveling and photography.
Administrative Assistant
Andrea has over nine years experience interacting with diverse client populations. She joins the Landell team with over four years experience within the career development field. She comes with a Career Development Practitioner Certificate as well as a Job Club Coach Certificate. In addition, she holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree with a focus on Psychology and minor in Counselling and Human Development. Within any field or job that Andrea works in, she brings with her a passion and sincere dedication in helping others. She focuses on high quality client care and provides unconditional support and encouragement to others. On a personal note, Andrea enjoys reading, traveling and photography.
Greg Stephens, BFA (Summa Cum Laude)
Site Coordinator / Facilitator
Greg joined Landell and Associates in 2007. He has over fifteen years experience in the employment field and has dealt with clients as diverse as senior executives, income assistance recipients and individuals facing physical and mental challenges. A polished facilitator and communicator, he has written guest newspaper articles on workplace and job search issues and has been a featured speaker at several employment-related seminars and workshops. His previous experience includes 15 years as a broadcast journalist in the Vancouver marketplace. An accomplished musician, Greg and his wife Vicki breed and show championship dogs.
Greg is certified in Job Club Leadership, Essential Skills, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, Motivational Interviewing and is working towards his Career Development Practitioner Certificate. In addition Greg is a Registered Rehabilitation Professional (RRP) with the Vocational Rehabilitation Association of Canada.
Hafija Patel
Facilitator - Strategic Job Search
Hafija Patel joined Landell and Associates shortly after graduating from Kwantlen Polytechnic University with a citation in Career Practitioner Training in 2006. She received her BA in Human Resources Development (Cum Laude) from Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago. Additional qualifications include certifications in Job Club Leadership Training, Personality Dimensions and Essential Skills.
Hafija’s positive, energetic, dynamic and client-centered approach in facilitating the Strategic Job Search Program allows her clients to feel motivated to reach their employment goals. Her multi-lingual capability has enabled her to effectively assist clients of diverse backgrounds and educational levels. Hafija’s commitment to assisting job seekers is evident in her continued dedication and positive attitude while providing the best possible service with a friendly and professional demeanor.
Facilitator - Strategic Job Search
Hafija Patel joined Landell and Associates shortly after graduating from Kwantlen Polytechnic University with a citation in Career Practitioner Training in 2006. She received her BA in Human Resources Development (Cum Laude) from Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago. Additional qualifications include certifications in Job Club Leadership Training, Personality Dimensions and Essential Skills.
Hafija’s positive, energetic, dynamic and client-centered approach in facilitating the Strategic Job Search Program allows her clients to feel motivated to reach their employment goals. Her multi-lingual capability has enabled her to effectively assist clients of diverse backgrounds and educational levels. Hafija’s commitment to assisting job seekers is evident in her continued dedication and positive attitude while providing the best possible service with a friendly and professional demeanor.
Facilitator - Strategic Job Search
An Award Winning Facilitator for 'Client Engagement', Ken brings five years of experience in the Employment Services field including certification in Job Club Leadership Training from Douglas College to the Landell team. A professional communicator with over 20 years in the broadcast industry, he enjoys working with a wide range of clients, motivating them to look at themselves from another perspective. He has also been a Job Developer and Placement Coordinator, "casting' clients in the 'right roles' with prospective employers. Ken's other passions include acting on stage in community theater and 'creating' on canvas with oils and acrylics.
Admimistrative Assistant
Melanie joined Landell in 2006 as Administrative Assistant/Program Administrator for the Strategic Job Search / Job Finding Club Program. She has experience in many aspects of office administration and customer service along with a passion for helping to create a welcoming office environment and a strong support team. Melanie efficiently and effectively coordinated two Landell head office moves, making it possible for a smooth transition for all concerned.
She holds an Economics and Business Administration Degree from Frankfurt, Germany. Melanie is always on the go and is well organized.
