Eduardo Levya-Guzman
Real Estate Development & Planning Intern
Sarah Seeman
Hyphen - Property Administrator
Leah Kinsella
Development Manager
Quinn Roschkov
Hyphen - Residential Leasing
Shawna Thompson
Hyphen - Senior Property Manager
Martina Pejic
Facilitator
Croy Johnston
Urban Strategist
Eduardo is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Urban Planning and a certificate in sustainability at the University of Alberta. New to the industry, Eduardo is focused on learning about development and planning processes to better assist his team. Eduardo is passionate about cities and the unique urban spaces they create, as well as how these spaces interact with the environment and their visitors. In his free time, he enjoys film, music, and the arts, along with travelling and exploring new places. He sees Edmonton as a city full of opportunities for growth, where residents strive to enhance its uniqueness. His favourite aspect of Edmonton is the River Valley, which lies at the heart of the city and is accessible to everyone.
Sarah Seeman is a seasoned Property Administrator with 12 years of experience in the industry. Sarah's role focuses on organization, communication, and daily administrative tasks. She handles tenant relations, vendor coordination, property maintenance, financial oversight, and administrative support. She takes pride in ensuring smooth operations, and is motivated by a desire to positively impact people's lives. Outside of work, she enjoys family time, exploring new food spots, cooking, and camping or hiking. She loves Edmonton's vibrant community and often attends its year-round festivals with her family.
A Development Manager with 10 years in the industry, Leah works at overseeing project planning, design support, risk management, and project handover. With a Diploma in Architectural Technology, Leah is passionate about architecture, strategic planning, and construction. She excels at building strong teams to tackle project challenges with cost-effective and community-focused solutions. Leah indulges in a new hobby each year, merging her interests in viticulture, culinary arts, and cultural exploration with her architectural expertise. She finds Edmonton’s strong sense of community and vibrant pace of life particularly inspiring. During the week, Leah enjoys discovering new coffee shops, galleries, and restaurants, while weekends are dedicated to hiking local trails (her best ideas come while immersed in nature), and of course a glass of exceptional wine.
Quinn is currently pursuing a BA in Urban Planning, set to graduate in May 2025, whilst currently holding a certificate in sustainability. Since joining Beljan in September 2023, Quinn has transitioned from student development coordinator to residential leasing in May 2024, coordinating leases, providing unit tours, negotiating rates, as well marketing properties. Passionate about heritage preservation and urban sustainability, Quinn aims to promote equitable housing solutions. Outside of work, Quinn enjoys music and the arts, playing guitar and performing with his band, while also leading an active lifestyle and engaging with Edmonton's vibrant arts scene, especially the Edmonton Folk Festival.
Blaine is a creator, with 12 years in the development industry, and a background in civil engineering. With six years at Beljan, he manages design and construction for multifamily projects. He holds a Civil Engineering Technologist Diploma from NAIT, a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from Lakehead University, and is a Registered Professional Engineer with APEGA. Blaine collaborates with architects, engineers, and contractors to revitalize properties, whether through new developments or repurposing existing buildings. Blaine is passionate about seeing properties come to life and getting to create unique spaces for the city. In his free time, he enjoys trail running, mountain biking, and exploring Edmonton’s river valley. Blaine appreciates Edmonton for its friendly, small-town vibe and the abundant outdoor exploration opportunities.
With 20 years in the industry, Shawna works at Hyphen with a focus on maintaining property value and functionality and ensuring tenant satisfaction. She manages both commercial and residential properties and is passionate about fostering relationships with tenants, vendors, and property owners, by working to efficiently solve problems. She finds immense satisfaction in her role at Hyphen, feeling it is her true calling in life. Shawna loves Edmonton for its affordability, quality of life, and vibrant winter activities.
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.
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.
A Development Consultant with 6 years of experience, Croy holds degrees in Planning and Economics, as well as a Real Estate Certificate. Croy specializes in preliminary investment due diligence, concept design, financial modeling, and development approvals. He is passionate about contributing to diverse projects -- including innovative design, heritage conservation, and affordable housing initiatives. In his spare time, Croy enjoys exploring London, running, biking, producing documentaries with friends, and traveling. His favourite spot in Edmonton is Odd Company Brewery.
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.