About - Beljan

We’re not just a development company; we’re a movement towards creating a better Edmonton. At Beljan we strive to build architecturally prominent buildings that highlight the best of Edmonton, buildings that are creatively designed while still holding true the fabric of the communities they are a part of. We believe that buildings should interact with the built environment and that streets lined with cafés, shops and galleries create a valuable social experience that contributes greatly to a city’s identity and culture.

Passionate about a better edmonton

The team at Beljan Development shares a huge passion for Edmonton and for urban community development. We are united in the belief that a better Edmonton involves connecting people, homes and businesses into communities that are lively, social and walkable. After all, a city is fundamentally made up of people, not buildings.

Our approach to every project is highly collaborative. Each project starts with assembling a multidisciplinary team that consists of key professionals and specialists because we believe that selecting the right team is one of the key factors towards executing a successful development.

Jasvir Tungal

Synergist

Ivan Beljan

Visioneer

Akeem Brown

Conductor

Croy Johnston

Urban Strategist

Martina Pejic

Facilitator

Nathan Raju

Originator

Blaine Sherman

Creator

With 15 years experience in the construction industry, Jasvir is a passionate and detail-oriented project manager, executing projects of all sizes and complexity through the design and construction life cycle. Jasvir has directly been involved in the development of Edmonton’s most notable landmarks - downtown towers, academic institutions and various retail/mixed-use projects. At Beljan, Jasvir focuses on collaborating with contractors and consultants from the visionary inception of a project through to occupancy. Being born and raised in this city, Jasvir is a proud Edmontonian and is thrilled to be part of a fantastic organization which creates a social impact for the community. Jasvir is a foodie at heart and enjoys cooking all while exploring new restaurants and cafes within the City. Jasvir also has a passion for woodworking and taking on home renovation projects. Jasvir graduated from the University of Alberta with a degree in Civil Engineering in 2007.

Ivan has accumulated nearly twenty years of experience in project and development management and maintains hands-on involvement in all aspects of the development process.

His passions are centered around his family, being active and the city he grew up in; and these passions are the motivating factors behind his efforts at reimagining an Edmonton that is something greater than it is today.

Ivan holds two engineering degrees from the University of Alberta with a focus on civil engineering and construction. He is a member of the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta and has achieved his LEED AP designation. He currently serves as a board member on the YMCA of Northern Alberta.

Akeem spent the summers growing up working on construction sites with his father, a Carpenter, turned General Contractor. In the years following, Akeem pursued athletics as a player and a coach before entering the business world, working in sales and product management. His diverse background helps him as the ‘Conductor’ to coordinate leasing and construction efforts with a creative spirit.

Akeem holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Alberta in Sports, Recreation, and Tourism. He also holds a Certification in Commercial Real Estate from Cornell University. In his free time, he hosts a podcast, seeks out Edmonton’s hidden gems, and enjoys historically themed travel.

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Croy is involved in various phases of the development process, but primarily focuses on site acquisition, due diligence, concept design, financial feasibility analysis, and pre-development management. He maintains a passion for community conscious development which drives his enthusiasm for the real estate development.

He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Urban and Regional Planning with Distinction and a Certificate of Real Estate from the University of Alberta and is a provisional member of the Alberta Professional Planning Institute. Croy is actively involved with the community by holding committee and board member positions in a couple organizations. He enjoys spending his spare time exploring new places with his friends or in the mountains.

Holding a diploma in Business Administration – Accounting, Martina maintains up to date accounting records for all development projects on the go, while also organizing our day to day office requirements. She is passionate about historical buildings, culture, and vibrant cities. Her desire to make Edmonton a better place is empowered by her interest in architecture and preserving heritage buildings. Making her an asset to our team. An urban explorer at heart, Martina often enjoys uncovering different parts of Edmonton. From our beloved river valley and parks to our vibrant main streets, shops and local businesses, Martina finds our collective city to be unique and diverse.

Nathan has been involved in financing over $750 million in construction and term debt, spanning across some of Edmonton's most prominent real estate developments. Today, Nathan sources the capital market to help structure financing for Beljan Development. Holding a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Alberta, Nathan utilizes his marketing background to reimagine real estate properties and finance background to determine the viability of a development.

Nathan appreciates the rich history of Edmonton and has always been fascinated by real estate development. Passionate to his craft, he continuously seeks to stay ahead when it comes to market knowledge and trends. When he is not planning his next sports adventure, Nathan is an avid explorer of the city and enjoys trying new restaurants.

Blaine has over ten years of experience in civil design and construction. After acquiring his Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology from the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology in 2008, he went on to obtain his Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from Lakehead University in 2012. He is a member of the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta.

Blaine desires and promotes a car free lifestyle by continuously using his bike as his main mode of transport. Similar to the trails he rides, he is always looking for a new path for our projects to follow. He has a strong fascination with urban construction and development that holistically improves the City.