Connecting Communities Through Heartfelt Service and Innovative Technology
Welcome to Tribe Management! We are a Canadian Property Management leader dedicated to serving our Communities across Canada with an innovative people & tech forward approach.
We strive to build long-term relationships with Council/Board Members and Owners, through strong communication and transparency in everything we do with your Community.
Our services include strata, condo and rental management in BC, Alberta and Ontario. Tribe Management is part of the Tribe network of companies under Tribe Property Technologies, offering solutions for Building, Managing and Living in multi-family residential communities. Our partner firms include:
DMS – An Ontario-based property management company managing a wide variety of property types including multi-residential, retail, industrial, and office as well as raw land.
Meritus Management Group – Providing condo management services to the Greater Toronto Area and Cottage Country.
A Bit of History
1983 – 2017
Tribe Management was born out of 30+ years of property management, as part of the Peterson Property family from 1983 to early 2017.
2012
Our parent company Tribe Property Technologies (then known as Bazinga Technologies) grew out of a vision to connect neighbours with neighbours.
Joseph Nakhla, our CEO’s experience growing up in a six-unit low-rise in Alexandria, Egypt instilled in him a sense of community founded on social values and responsibility with a particular focus on condo-living.
2017
In 2017, our parent company (Tribe Property Technologies) purchased the Peterson strata management portfolio and rebranded it as Tribe Management.
Our focus is to build a tech-enabled management solution that focuses on combining people-forward processes and communication with tech-forward software solutions.
2021
Tribe announced the acquisition of Gateway Property Management, adding significant expertise in strata/condo, rental and commercial management. Gateway was a family-run business born out of Vancouver in 1965. The acquisition expanded the company into seven offices across three provinces.
2023
Tribe announced the acquisition of Meritus Group Management in Toronto, Ontario, growing the team further and expanding Tribe into the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
2024
Tribe announced the acquisition of DMSI Holdings, expanding the Company’s footprint in residential rental and commercial property management, making Tribe one of the largest rental property management companies in Canada.
Today
Today Tribe is Canada’s most innovative Property Solutions provider, bringing tech-elevated management to more than 50,000 homes.
Behind The Name
Tribe /trīb/
noun / definition: A diverse community of people with shared interests, lifestyles and habits; a distinctive or close-knit bunch; a group of friends that becomes your family
Learn more about the origins of our name, our CEO, Joseph Nakhla’s story and how it shaped our culture and vision.
The Tribe Family Tree
Joseph Nakhla
CEO
Angelo Bartolini
President & CFO
Scott Ullrich
Executive VP
Joseph Nakhla
CEO
Meet Joseph, our Founder and CEO!
With two decades of experience as an entrepreneur, Joseph founded bazinga! in 2012, the world’s first cloud-based platform designed to improve the experience of community-living in cities. In 2017, his passion for improving community living naturally progressed into the vision behind Tribe Management Inc.
Having lived in multi-family communities, Joseph realized that there was a need for a tool to help Strata Councils and residents communicate efficiently, consolidate documents, and more. This was the beginning to a bold improvement in strata management – setting the foundation to revolutionize the industry.
Outside of work, Joseph loves giving back to his community. As a seasoned soccer player, he has been coaching junior and premier league teams for the past 25 years. On the weekends, you can find him smoking up meat and making homemade rotisserie with his wife, and 3 kids.
Angelo Bartolini
President & CFO
Angelo is an accomplished executive leader with over 12 years of experience in a public company setting where he recently led as CFO of Altus Group.
During his tenure at Altus Group, Angelo helped drive transformative growth and significant shareholder value. He also has extensive experience from his senior financial roles with the Canadian division of The Home Depot and Canadian Tire Corporation.
Scott Ullrich
Executive VP
Scott has spent his career in property management. Previously as CEO of Gateway Property Management (now a Tribe company) he oversaw its operations for decades..
Fun fact: Outside of work you can find Scott riding his motorcycle, he has a love of motorcycles and is a member of the “Iron Butt” club having ridden over 1,000 miles in less than 24 hours on his bike from Surrey British Columbia, to (almost) Palm Springs, California.
Jennifer Laidlaw
VP of Marketing and Communications
Shelley Wittal
VP of Management Services (Rental & Condo)
Pamela Zak
VP of Management Services (Strata)
Jennifer Laidlaw
VP of Marketing and Communications
A fan of urban living and community-building, Jenn has lived in condos from Vancouver to Buenos Aires to Auckland. Her career in communications and marketing saw her become a leader in digital engagement in the healthcare industry in Canada and New Zealand, focusing on how best to interact with and build engaged communities online and off. Having switched gears to focus on property management, Jenn brings creativity and a fresh take to communication in the strata world.
Shelley Wittal
VP of Management Services (Rental & Condo)
Shelley brings over 25 years of Residential, Condominium, and Commercial Management experience in Eastern Canada.
To stay current with the demands of the industry, she is involved with several industry organizations and works hands-on with Property Managers to maintain high standards within the portfolio.
Fun fact: When Shelley isn’t working you can find her kayaking, hitting the beach or attending an outdoor concert!
Pamela Zak
VP of Management Services (Strata)
Pamela has worked within Community Management since 2010. She began her journey with Tribe Management in 2019, where she provides mentorship to newcomers within the industry and continues to provide industry clarity to both Strata Councils and Owners. Pamela ensures the Tribe Community is thriving throughout BC.
Fun fact: Pamela is an avid reader and works with self-published authors in the storyline process before books get released.
Ken Axenty
VP of Finance Services
Michele Seger
Director, Management Services (Strata)
Jessica Bahar
Director of Administration (Strata/Condo)
Ken Axenty
VP of Finance Services
Ken provides financial stewardship through careful attention to the care and use of company and client funds.
He has worked diligently to adopt a risk management strategy to safeguard the company and its client base, working closely with his Controllers and Technical Support Administrator to lead our large team of accounting support staff.
Michele Seger
Director, Management Services (Strata)
With 20 years of experience in hospitality management, Michele transitioned to the property management industry in 2011. Licensed in both Strata & Rental Management she now has over a decade of experience helping communities achieve their goals.
Michele initially joined Tribe as a Regional Director in 2022 and now serves as our Director of Management Services (Strata). In her role as leader, her expertise and guidance are available to Councils as part of the extended network of support available to our clients. Her commitment to successful collaboration with her team ensures Councils are never left navigating challenges on their own.
Jessica Bahar
Director of Administration (Strata/Condo)
Jessica believes technology is a fantastic tool which helps increase efficiencies and keeps us better connected. Jessica is delighted to be part of an organization that works to enhance the real estate industry using technological tools.
Fun Fact: Having been born and raised in the busy and bustling city of Jakarta, Indonesia, Jessica is completely smitten with the natural beauty and expansive, accessible outdoor spaces we have here in Canada. She enjoys spending time outdoors, especially anywhere near a body of water!
Dina Paulic
Director, Administration (Rental & Condo)
Dina Paulic
Director, Administration (Rental & Condo)
Working as the Director of Administration (Rental & Condo) for well over a decade Dina oversees Tribe’s rental administration services across Canada along with the Condo administration in Ontario & Alberta. Born in Portugal, Dina immigrated to Toronto at a young age and now resides in Southern Ontario. Through her journey, she’s cultivated a diverse perspective that enriches how she approaches her role. Dina was awarded Tribe’s National Award of Excellence in 2023 for Leadership.
She is passionate about collaborating with her colleagues across the country to deliver top-notch service to our clients. Dina leads by example, encouraging and promoting teamwork through challenging situations and a “we are one” team approach.
Dina likes to travel, having explored various cultures and landscapes around the world. When she’s home, she loves spending time with her family and friends, featuring everything from delectable dinners to her all-time favorite – karaoke.
Regional Directors
At Tribe, we understand the importance of accessible leadership. That's why our Regional Directors are just a call or click away from our clients, ensuring they’re always connected to the heart of our leadership, ready to guide them forward.
Unlike traditional Property Management companies, where Councils and Boards often feel isolated, our team-based approach ensures clients have access to a broader team of experts. Our Regional Directors work alongside our Community Managers and other department leaders, providing unparalleled service and support tailored to your community's needs.
Monika Zanet
Regional Director (Strata)
Melodie Wolf
Regional Director (Rental)
Monika Zanet
Regional Director (Strata)
Monika began her career in property management in 2006 when she joined Tribe as a Caretaker. Her bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering received from the University of Brasov Romania equipped her with key abilities needed for the industry such as project management, communication, and problem-solving skills. She continued to accumulate knowledge and experience and soon with the extraordinary mentorship received from her Tribe colleagues, she advanced her career further.
Today as a Regional Director, Monika is passionate about mentoring new Community Managers; sharing her valuable experience and knowledge to help them best support Strata Councils and Owners. In her role, she is integral to the extended support team we offer as part of our standard services, working with the Community Manager to provide an additional level of service to clients.
Monika’s love for mountains and beaches meant Vancouver was the perfect place to settle when she and her family decided to move to Canada. When she’s not at work, Monika enjoys spending time outdoors; whether it’s tending to her garden or taking leisurely walks with her dog. When the weather doesn’t cooperate, Monika retreats to the kitchen, where she channels her creativity into cooking.
Melodie Wolf
Regional Director (Rental)
Melodie originally joined the Tribe team in 2020 as a Community Manager and already had over seven years of experience in the industry. Since then, she has continued to excel with her strong ability to multitask, connect with tenants, stay on top of all her communities and volunteer when needed. She holds both a Property Management license and Condominium Management license with the Real Estate Council of Alberta (RECA).
In her current role as a Regional Director, Melodie works closely with Rental Managers to ensure our clients receive a service tailored to their property's unique needs. Her colleagues describe her as easy-going, efficient, and always available to provide guidance and assistance. One of the favourite parts of her job is being able to help tenants find a home for their family.
Outside of the office, you can find Melodie reading or spending quality time with her kids, as they continue to teach her so much about how to be a better person.
Eric Chan
Regional Director (New Development)
Cristiana Vlasceanu
Regional Director (Rental)
Eric Chan
Regional Director (New Development)
Born and raised in Vancouver, BC, Eric Chan is a seasoned professional with nearly a decade and a half of experience in property management. Before becoming licensed as a Strata Manager and Rental Manager in 2010, he worked as a project manager in residential construction for four years. As part of the continued advancement of his career, Eric is currently enrolled in the Managing/Associate Broker licensing program at the UBC Sauder School of Business. Eric also holds a diploma in Financial Management from BCIT along with a Project Management Certification from Langara.
With his knowledge of the Strata Property Act of BC and the Residential Tenancies Act, Eric is a great mentor to our new Developer team and Community managers who can always be relied on for guidance or a helping hand. He is passionate about providing seamless property management and working with clients to create harmonious communities.
Outside of work, most of his time is dedicated to his three young children and fostering their various interests. He also enjoys immersing himself in a good book, cheering at hockey games, or embarking on adventurous drives with his wife and kids.
Cristiana Vlasceanu
Regional Director (Rental)
With a master's degree in Mechanical Engineering and a deep-rooted passion for property management, Cristiana has been a member of the Tribe family since 1997. Beginning as a Resident Manager, her dedication and expertise allowed her to continue advancing at Tribe, culminating with her current role as Regional Director (Rental) and Managing Broker of Tribe’s Kelowna office. In addition to holding her Broker’s license, Cristiana holds a Certified Property Manager (CPM) designation from the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM), an internationally recognized designation and the highest in the industry.
One of the favourite parts of her role is working alongside Rental Managers to provide our clients with expert guidance and solutions tailored to their property’s needs.
Beyond her professional pursuits, Cristiana enjoys the serenity of beaches and the invigorating challenges of hiking, embracing the beauty of nature in her leisure time. In fact, the landscape and proximity to nature was a key deciding factor when she immigrated to BC over 25 years ago from Romania.
Community Managers
Communication, visibility, and experience are the cornerstones of our Community Managers at Tribe. With years of experience, a collaborative approach and ongoing training, our Community Managers are committed to keeping our clients informed and engaged every step of the way.
Dozens of amazing accounting and support staff!
Career Opportunities
Let’s face it. Property Management needs a makeover. At Tribe, you’ll be joining a team that’s bringing an exciting and innovative tech culture to a traditional industry thats ripe for change.
We don’t just believe in ~love what you do~. We believe in ~love where you do it~. Our vibe is very much cutting-edge technology meets dependable Property Management – our flexible environment allows for more work-life balance. We know that happy employees equal happy Communities.
We’re currently looking for…
Our Community Associations
National
- Society of Management Accountants
British Columbia
How Can We Help You?
Looking for more information about our Property Management services? Have questions about your existing property with Tribe? We want to hear from you!
Let us use our expertise to enhance your community living experience.