About Fortune Marketing

Don Warkentin

Partner

Don, founder and partner at Fortune Marketing has a wealth of business knowledge. He has over 25 years’ experience in managing one of the top commission sales forces in Canada. As a former Senior Vice President and Director of Merrill Lynch, Don managed the Canadian sales force into becoming one of the top producing teams in North America.

For the past ten years, Don has been an avid investor; buying and selling real estate in the Lower Mainland and Okanagan which is a huge asset to Fortune Marketing. Don is also an active investor in the North American and International stock markets. He has an extensive knowledge on global economies and is up to date on world real estate.

Originally from Saskatoon, he moved to Vancouver where he travelled extensively with his positions. In 2012 Don and his wife, Holly, moved to Kelowna with the vision of Fortune Marketing. They wanted to create a company that looked after developers to help maximize their profits on new developments.
Don has a love for great food and dining experiences. In his free time, he enjoys skiing, hiking and traveling. Don also has a soft spot for their dog Teddy.

Contact:
778.484.0045
don@fortunemarketing.ca

Holly Macdougall

Partner

Holly, founder, partner and Manager of marketing and communications holds a diploma in Hospitality and Tourism with a Marketing major. Holly has foreign business travel experience and has held multiple management roles in hospitality, tourism and the legal world, which brings a plethora of knowledge to the Fortune Marketing team.

In 2012, Holly and Don moved to the Okanagan with the excitement of seeing her marketing visions come to life at Fortune Marketing. There were many reasons for the start up of Fortune Marketing, one being to create jobs in a growing economy. Holly is also a Licensed Realtor ® with Fortune Realty Inc. She is very proud to be part of a fun, progressive company that is continually growing.

Holly is originally from Whitecourt, Alberta and on top of being an accomplished business owner, she has also completed five half marathons. Their dog, Teddy, is one of Holly’s biggest loves. She also enjoys yoga, new dining experiences, hiking, travel, boating and like all of us, wine!

Contact:
778.484.0045
holly@fortunemarketing.ca

Diane Moore

Managing Broker - Licensed Realtor

Diane, as our managing broker – Licensed Realtor, brings many years of knowledge and experience regarding the real estate industry.

She has an extensive background in real estate development and international sales.

Her passion besides buying and selling real estate is ballroom, Latin, and country dancing. Along with interior design and her grandchildren.

Jena Freund

Sales Manager

Jena graduated from Okanagan College with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing. Upon completion of that she became a Licensed Realtor® at Fortune Marketing Realty Inc. Jena holds the role as Sales Manager. She is responsible for managing all contracts and MLS listings. Along with that, she deals directly with purchasers, lawyers, mortgage brokers and our developers. Her position requires her to frequently visits all developments where she works with property specialists and assists in every deal.

Jena moved to the Okanagan from Delhi, ON in 2011 to attend school and fell in love with Kelowna. Jena spent many years as a competitive swimmer and swim coach, now in her spare time she enjoys going to the gym/exercising, yoga, hiking, biking—the typical Okanagan lifestyle. She LOVES to travel and explore new countries and cultures!

Jennifer Leach

Office Manager

Jennifer wears many hats with Fortune Marketing. She is responsible for our accounting, office management and Gallery content. On top of that she is a Licensed Realtor® with Fortune Realty Inc. and assists with sales. She has been involved with conveyancing, web maintenance and Social Media. Jennifer has an extensive background in administration, including working for a 4 Diamond Resort.

Jennifer grew up in Revelstoke, BC and moved to Kelowna in 2012. In her spare time, she likes doing yoga, art, skiing, rock climbing and watching movies with her other half. Her number one love is her beautiful daughter!

Lani Bos

Property Specialist | Marketing Assistant

Lani comes to us all the way from the beautiful Mornington Peninsula in Australia. She has been living in Canada since late 2012 and brings with her, real estate administrative experience, a certificate in Business and a positive attitude that will see her continue to excel in her career. Lani is a great addition to the Fortune Marketing team starting out as a sales representative in early 2017 and has already proven she is a key contributor to our future success.

Like most young Australians who visit Canada, Lani is a keen Skier/Snowboarder who loves Big White. In the summer time she is just as active always searching for the next hike, run or adventure that gets her outdoors enjoying the sunshine.

Julie Cook

Marketing Manager

Born and raised in Kelowna, Julie moved to Vancouver to pursue her education and achieved a diploma in Marketing Management with a Real Estate major from BCIT. Julie was previously a licenced Realtor and has held positions in residential and commercial real estate, as well as the construction industry, giving her a broad understanding of the development process from site evaluation to marketing and sales.

Being from the Okanagan, Julie has always enjoyed the outdoors and you can usually find her hiking in the mountains, touring local wineries or riding her snowboard at Big White!

Molly Gibson Kirby

Marketing Coordinator

Molly comes from Nova Scotia where she studied Radio Television Arts and majored in Broadcast Journalism. After completing the program at NSCC, she packed her suitcase and headed to northern Manitoba to begin her career as a writer.

A couple of cold winters later, Molly found herself in Kelowna where she now calls home. Molly has in-depth experience when it comes to content writing, client management and social media. When Molly isn’t working, you’ll find her reading, on her yoga mat, or exploring the Okanagan with her other half.

Alana Gaudette

Marketing Coordinator

Alana recently moved back to the Okanagan from Toronto where she earned a Post Graduate Diploma in Corporate Communications and Public Relations from Centennial College. Alana comes from a mixed background in tech and entertainment, working on high profile events, managing client relationships and content writing.

In her spare-time she can be found doing anything outdoors and enjoying all that the Okanagan lifestyle has to offer.

Teddy

CDO (Chief Dog Officer)

Teddy, a graduate of Fortune Marketing Office Dog Training, has been recently promoted to CDO. He comes to Fortune Marketing with extensive knowledge in product testing (dog treats, optimal napping locations and stuffies). He has a lot of daily responsibility in greeting every guest and employee and walking them to their chairs. Much of Fortune Marketing’s success can be attributed to the presence Teddy has in our Social Media posts.

Teddy, born and raised in Kelowna, has future ambitions to stay living with Don and Holly where he receives his CDO compensation via room and board. He also gets a lunch break at the dog park!