Real words, straight from the source

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Katharine brings a wealth of knowledge to her customers, and brings a common sense approach to the projects that she is involved with.   Before any work commences, she quickly identifies potential issues and helps communicate realistic expectations to all parties in a prompt, professional manner.   

You can see the values she holds when dealing with her on a daily basis – she works towards addressing her customer’s issues and concerns while still understanding the contractor’s reality of what has to be done.   

Overall, she is a highly skilled communicator and manager who is always a pleasure to deal with. 

Katharine Olson is one of the best strata managers I’ve ever had the privilege of working with across western Canada  and it is an honour to endorse her services. She is highly competent, knowledgeable, professional and a significant asset to condo owners. 

I have owned and sat on many strata boards. It is rare to find someone like Katharine, who not only has the competency to save buildings significant time and money, but deeply cares, makes herself available and goes the extra mile to find the best service provider at the best price. She inspires confidence and never steered us wrong. 

I wish Katharine the best of luck in her new venture and will be advocating among my fellow strata owners that we follow her wherever she goes.  

As a lawyer in the strata industry, I have had the pleasure of knowing Katharine for many years. Katharine is highly intelligent and incredibly hard working. She’s also passionate about the clients she serves and the colleagues she works with. 

Whether it’s helping clients to navigate challenging situations, or training new strata managers on the ins and outs of building a successful career, Katharine always gives it 150%. 

She will be a great asset to all of her clients and I am excited to see Katharine take on this new leadership role in the strata industry.  

I have had the pleasure of working with Katharine in a trade capacity for several years, and her passion for education is truly inspiring. She is dedicated to empowering others by introducing them to new tools and resources, ensuring their success in every endeavor. 

Katharine's unwavering enthusiasm and commitment to her work shine through in everything she does, making her an invaluable asset to a team. 

I had the pleasure of working with Katharine Olson, and her expertise in handling the diverse challenges of strata management is impressive. Katharine's ability to navigate complex issues, provide practical guidance, and support teams effectively makes her an invaluable resource for any strata council or property management team.

Her ability to facilitate meetings, address concerns efficiently, and provide practical solutions makes her an outstanding team leader. Having worked with her at Buildex, I have seen firsthand how she genuinely cares about the success of those she works with and fosters an environment of collaboration and problem-solving. 

I have no doubt that clients will benefit from her wealth of knowledge and sound advice.

Entering the field of strata management can feel, at times, like being thrown into the deep end. This course provided the structure, clarity, and practical knowledge necessary to navigate the complexities of the role with greater confidence and competence.

Katharine was a wonderful instructor and mentor. Her expertise, professionalism, and ability to communicate complex concepts in a manner that made sense, made a significant difference in my learning experience. 

I would strongly recommend this course to anyone pursuing a career in strata management or to those who have recently obtained their license and are seeking to build a strong foundation in the profession.