Leadership Team
Kate Bird, Executive Director
Kate Bird is an award-winning executive with over 20 years of leadership experience in the for-profit and non-profit sectors. Kate has been Ecuhome’s Executive Director since 2018 and is a board member of the Ontario Non-Profit Housing Association.
Edward Carrington, Director of Tenant Services
Edward begun his career in The Health Care and Social Services field as an Oncology Nurse. He later went to work in the community as a Case Manager which led him to take on a position with a non-profit organization as the Manager of Supportive Housing to people with Mental Health and Addiction and that are also with HIV/AIDS. This last stint led him to become the Director of Mental Health and Addictions Program ( in the housing context ) in a large faith-based agency. Its was at this position that Edward became aware of Ecuhome as some of the clients that his program supported are tenants of Ecuhome. Ten years later, an opportunity at Ecuhome has opened. Edward with alacrity, tendered his interest and is now our new Director, Tenant Services.
Bryce Keenan, Director of Property Services
Bryce joined Ecuhome in 2008 as part of the maintenance team and has since grown into a leadership role within the organization. As Director of Property Services, he oversees a team of 10 employees, managing day-to-day maintenance operations across all properties. He is responsible for administration and planning of the organizations capital budget and managing the maintenance operating budget, ensuring the long-term sustainability of Ecuhome’s housing portfolio. Bryce has also successfully secured and managed various capital grants, contributing to the ongoing improvement and upkeep of Ecuhome’s properties.
Jessica Melo, Director of Finance and Administration
Jessica holds a Bachelor of Management and Organizational Studies with a Specialization in Accounting from Western University and is currently working towards her CPA designation. Jessica first joined Ecuhome in 2017 as the Manager of Administration overseeing crucial functions like payroll, accounts payable, and human resources. As Director of Finance and Administration, Jessica is responsible for the overall financial management of the organization. She prepares and oversees the annual budget, manages financial reporting, and ensures strong fiscal oversight in collaboration with the Executive Director and Board. She also provides leadership in human resources, administration, and IT, ensuring the organization’s systems, policies, and infrastructure support its mission and long-term sustainability while enhancing organizational efficiency.
The people I met as tenants and Ecuhome employees gave me the support and camaraderie which will stay in my memories. I wish and hope ECUHOME will be out there for other people in need for a long, long time.