Carla Nikli
General Manager
Carla Nikli
General Manager
Carla Nikli is honored to share her passion for recreation management with the community of New Brighton, as General Manager of the Residents Association since September 2013. Her previous employment with Disney Cruise Lines, Delta & Fairmont Hotels, the Lake Louise Recreation Society and the Cranston Residents Association, as well as an Advanced Major in Sociology from St. F.X.U. has filled her skill box with valuable experience, industry knowledge, & a variety attributes. A major career highlight for Carla included leading the Delta Lodge at Kananaskis to win Calgary Child’s Magazine “Family Hotel of the Year” for two consecutive years through innovative family programming, holiday festivals, & designing a children’s creative center. In her spare time, Carla enjoys kayaking, travelling, camping, reading, and fishing with her husband Peter and son Carter. Her favorite tv show is Game of Thrones, and yes she does enjoy attending Calgary’s Comic Convention every year! Carla looks forward to continuing to share her passion for community with New Brighton, helping to make it THE Calgary neighborhood to live in!
“Creativity is intelligence having fun!” – Albert Einstein
Clare Lovely
Customer Service Leader
Clare Lovely
Customer Service Leader
Clare Lovely is the Customer Service Leader for the New Brighton Residents Association, having first joined the NBRA team in July 2014. Born and raised in the South East part of Calgary, Clare grew up with 3 sisters and 3 dogs. She graduated high school in 2014 from Bishop O’Byrne and is currently on the path to discovering her future dream career. While Clare isn’t working full-time at the Clubhouse, you can find her kicking around a soccer ball or spending time with her friends. Clare has actively played soccer for the past eight years and can’t wait for the 2016 season to begin. She also keeps busy after work by walking and playing with her 4 dogs that she loves very much. Clare loves working at the New Brighton Residents Association because it provides her with many opportunities to interact with all New Brighton Residents and meet new people each day.
“A dream doesn’t become reality through magic; it takes sweat, determination and hard work.” – Clare
Tanya Hinchelwood
Recreation Leader
Tanya Hinchelwood
Recreation Leader
Tanya Hinchelwood is the Recreation Leader with the New Brighton Residents Association and has been in the role for just over a four years. Since a young age Tanya has been involved in many recreation programs; playing basketball for 9 years and competitively swimming for 10 years before transitioning to a marketing education and finally into the recreation and fitness industry. Her passion for this industry allowed the opportunity to begin teaching boot camp and muscle based classes within the Clubhouse in her spare time and eventually lead to her current position. During her spare time, Tanya enjoys spending time with family and friends, and hitting the mountains for a hike. She loves working within the community as it allows for many challenges and the opportunity to meet residents from all walks of life.
“The only way to do great work is to love what you do.” – Steve Jobs
Jennifer Strickland
Residents Activities Coordinator
Jennifer Strickland
Residents Activities Coordinator
Jennifer joined the NBRA team in June 2017, as the Resident Activities Coordinator. She has travelled the world and built a career on customer relations including various hospitality, front-desk and administration roles in Europe and Australia. Jennifer has diplomas in tourism, customer service and events. She thrives on working with positive, enthusiastic and driven individuals; the core foundation of New Brighton. Jennifer can be found keeping active with her family, binging on Netflix, and listening to music. She enjoys camping with family and friends in the summer months and in the winter you can find her at a rink watching her kids play hockey and ringette. To complete Jenn’s family she has a dog, Stella & cat, Hazel. When time allows, Jennifer volunteers at the Calgary Humane Society in cat adoptions, giving extra love to those cats in need. Jennifer looks forward to being a part of the New Brighton team and bringing great programs to all the residents of New Brighton.
“Positive thoughts are not enough, there has to be positive feelings and positive actions.” – Joyce Meyer
John Riess
Parks & Amenities Leader
John Riess
Parks & Amenities Leader
John is the New Brighton Residents Association Parks and Amenities Leader since February of 2016. Raised in a small town in central Manitoba, John moved to Alberta at the age of 18 to start a career as a mechanic in the golf industry. He remained in the turf industry until accepting the position with the New Brighton Residents Association. When not at work, John enjoys playing various sports, such as hockey, golf, baseball and volleyball. He also enjoys camping, fishing, biking, hiking and snowmobiling. As your Parks and Amenities Leader, you can be assured that his training and knowledge will be used to better beautify the New Brighton Community!
“You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take!” – Wayne Gretzky
Kirby Doyle
Maintenance Foreman & Safety Officer
Kirby Doyle
Maintenance Foreman & Safety Officer
Kirby Doyle is delighted to have joined the New Brighton team in August 2016, as the Maintenance Foreman and Safety Officer. Born and raised in Calgary Kirby has Alberta in her roots and is passionate about her community. She is excited to be part of the group of employees that make living and recreating here an enjoyable experience for homeowners, and is proud to contribute to making New Brighton something to brag about. As a certified dog trainer and experienced in the animal care industry, Kirby sits on the board of a local dog rescue group. Kirby is a lover of animals and nature, and in her spare time she will often be found exploring the mountains with her 2 hounds Bowzer and Coaldean. She also shares her home with Mskatee and Tesco her kitties, her husband Adam, and son Wyatt. She is always ready with a smile so feel free to give a wave or say hello when you see her working in your area!
“But what is happiness except the simple harmony between a man and the life he leads?” – Albert Camus
Craig Heisler
Maintenance Team Lead
Craig Heisler
Maintenance Team Lead
Craig Heisler joined the New Brighton Residents Associations maintenance team in September 2016. Craig has lived in Alberta since 2008, when he moved here from Nova Scotia. His love of hiking, the mountains, and staring at rocks led him to complete his Bachelors of Science in Geology at the University of Calgary. His love for having fun outdoors means that he enjoys the opportunity to maintain and improve the amenities of New Brighton while getting fresh air. When he is not working, you can find Craig watching the Blue Jays with his dog Grady or getting lost among the rocks, wherever he can find them.
“A river cuts through rock, not because of its power, but because of its perseverance.” – Jim Watkins
Mikayla McGillvary
Maintenance Team Lead
Mikayla McGillvary
Maintenance Team Lead
Mikayla McGillivray started as a Seasonal Landscaper in the summer of 2018, and is now currently the Maintenance Weekend Team Lead. She is new to landscaping & maintenance, but has a passion to learn and grow in her position. In her work, she strives to put a smile on the faces of those around her, and works hard to maintain the NBRA Clubhouse. Mikayla is slowly working toward becoming a director and cinematographer. She has a passion for film and an eye for shots. Mikayla hopes to go to school before making films of her own. Until then, she works on projects for the enjoyment of her friends, family, and own self. Apart from working full time and filming, Mikayla enjoys getting outside to enjoy nature; whether hiking, climbing, biking, or paddle-boarding - and also loves spending time making music on her ukulele, creating art pieces, chilling at a local coffee shop, and adventuring with friends.
“Courage is not simple of the virtues, but the form of every virtue at the testing point.” – C.S Lewis
Mark Ovis
Maintenance
Mark Ovis
Maintenance
Mark joined the NBRA team in October 2016 as part-time maintenance worker. He enjoys working outside and with machinery, making NBRA a perfect fit! Mark was born and raised in Calgary, and also works at the Glenmore water treatment plant serving Calgarians with clean, safe drinking water. Mark holds a 5th class power engineering certificate as well a journeyman crane ticket. Mark loves new challenges and taking on new opportunities. When Mark isn’t working, he enjoys heading out west to whatever adventure is planned that weekend snowboarding, camping, hiking, and sightseeing.
“Don’t wait for the right opportunity… Create it!” – George Bernard Shaw
Paige Phaneuf
Maintenance
Paige Phaneuf
Maintenance
Paige joined the NBRA team in May of 2016 working part time. She really appreciates the new experiences that have come along with this landscaping and maintenance position because she feels that she is constantly gaining new skills and putting old ones to use each shift. Paige has completed her degree in Biological Sciences this April from the University of Calgary. She has tentative plans of gaining working experience in the field before taking on a master’s program concerning climate change or environmental sciences. She loves to spend time outdoors with friends and family with anticipations to help make worldly changes to keep our environment enjoyable. In her free time, she likes to hangout, go biking, skiing and travelling.
“It’s not how many times you fall down. Success is measured by the number of times you get back up.” – Stephen Richards
Kayla Taylor
Maintenance
Kayla Taylor
Maintenance
Kayla Taylor started at the New Brighton Residents Association in the summer of 2018 as a seasonal landscaper, and moved into a part-time maintenance position in the fall. Kayla has worked maintenance at another resident Association, as was grateful for the opportunity to share her skills with the NBRA. Getting to be outside and active on a regular basis, putting up Christmas lights, cutting grass, and snow removal are just some of Kayla's favorite things about the position. Kayla graduated high school in 2013 and is currently in college, working to complete a degree in Justice Studies. She hopes to someday make a positive impact in the community and justice system. In her spare time you can find Kayla playing soccer, working out at the gym, watching movies, and spending time with her friends and family. Kayla is excited and honored to be part of the NBRA team.
“To live will be an awfully big adventure.” – Peter Pan
Acacia Lovely
Resident Concierge
Acacia Lovely
Resident Concierge
Acacia is the Resident Concierge for the New Brighton Residents Association. She joined the NBRA team in May 2016. Working at the NBRA gives her the opportunity to share her customer service and team work skills. She was born and raised in Calgary, and grew up with 2 older sisters and their 3 dogs, Bella and Emma. Acacia graduated from Bishop O’Byrne high school in 2016 and is yet to discover the perfect career path for herself. She loves to travel and hopes her future holds more places for her to visit. When Acacia isn’t working at the Clubhouse, she keeps herself busy by hanging out with friends and family, being outdoors, and other fun activities.
“Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don’t matter and those who matter don’t mind.” – Dr. Seuss
Jackie Ficzere
Customer Service Representative
Jackie Ficzere
Customer Service Representative
Jackie is currently working at the New Brighton Resident Association as the Customer Service Representative, and brings great experience to the team. Born and raised in South Calgary she has discovered how important it is to be a part of a tight knit community. Jackie graduated from Bishop O’ Byrne and went on to complete a BA in English, with a minor in Psychology from St. Mary’s University; this is where she discovered her love of event and program planning. Since graduating from school she has committed herself to raising a beautiful daughter Nora with her Husband, Max. In her spare time you can find her enjoying all the great culture that Calgary has to offer, or in the mountains with her family, friends, and dog, Nala.
“And above all, watch with glittering eyes the whole world around you because the greatest secrets are always hidden in the most unlikely places. Those who don’t believe in magic will never find it.” – Ronal Dahl
Kenzie Roth
Customer Service Representative
Kenzie Roth
Customer Service Representative
Kenzie joined our NBRA team in July of 2017, working as a Customer Service Representative. Born and raised in Calgary, Kenzie likes to take advantage of the environment outside of our city and escape into the mountains whenever she gets the chance. However, her love for the outdoors only rivals her adoration for all things nerdy – from card games, to video games, to various animated cartoons. Her spunky personality and artistic endeavours have led her to study Visual Communications and Design at the Alberta College of Art and Design where she hopes to create thought-provoking pieces bringing light to difficult and controversial events and ideas. When Kenzie isn’t working, you’ll probably find her slaving away on a new art piece or playing card games with friends.
“Normality is a paved road: it’s comfortable to walk, but no flowers grow on it.” – Vincent Van Gogh
Sarah Forbister
Customer Service Representative
Sarah Forbister
Customer Service Representative
Sarah is super excited to be working on the CSR team! Sarah is an art student at ACAD, working hard to becoming a video game designer. She is an active volunteer with the YMCA after school programs like soccer, baseball and/or rock climbing and loves working with kids. When not at school or volunteering you can find Sarah playing soccer, camping, hiking and or of course drawing!
“Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don’t matter and those who matter don’t mind.” – Sarah
Danielle de Guzman
Customer Service Representative
Danielle de Guzman
Customer Service Representative
Danielle de Guzman is one of the Customer Service Representatives and is honored to be working at the New Brighton Residents Association. She has been welcomed to the team April 2018, and is very excited about the opportunity she has been given. Danielle is currently getting her degree in the Bachelor of Arts majoring in Law and Society at the University of Calgary as she enters her second year. Following the completion of her degree she will continue her education and pursuing a Law degree in hopes to become a lawyer. She believes working at the NBRA can teach her valuable lessons such as improving her communication skills & working in a professional environment. When Danielle is not in school or at the clubhouse, she enjoys spending her spare time with her friends and family. Danielle thoroughly enjoys being active and playing sports such as volleyball and badminton.
