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

Kasandra Palmer

Business Development Manager

Kasandra began her post-secondary education at Washburn University in Topeka, KS and later transferred and graduated from the University of Wisconsin with a B.A. majoring in English and Public Relations. As the Business Development Manager, she works with developers in conjunction with the Fortune Marketing team to help financial growth and bring awareness about both the developments and Fortune Marketing’s brand. She does this by defining long-term organizational strategic goals, builds client relationships and identifies business opportunities. Kasandra works with both the sales and marketing departments to help maximize revenue. As an ambassador, Kasandra is at events, networking opportunities and in the community to generate interest about the Fortune Marketing brand.

With family roots in Hawaii, Kasandra moved to Kelowna in 1992 where she spent her elementary and high school days. Upon graduation, she accepted an NCAA volleyball scholarship to the states. Since she moved back to Kelowna in 2005, she has held leadership roles in marketing, communications and business development. She has volunteered as a volleyball coach for 12 years. In her spare time, she enjoys baking, reading, traveling and playing sports. Kasandra’s biggest love are her two children and family.

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 sales reps and assists in negotiations on 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!

Erin Jones

Communications & Marketing Coordinator

Erin graduated from Simon Fraser University with a B.A. in Communications and now holds a role as one of Fortune Marketing’s Communications & Marketing Coordinators. Her duties cover a wide range of tasks; project management, client relations, creation and implementation of marketing strategy and collateral, content creation, social media management, budget management and media planning. – Just to name a few!

Erin moved to Kelowna in 2013 from North Vancouver where she held previous roles in various account manager and Customer Relations management roles. On top of her impressive resume, she was a volunteer and board member for The Looking Glass Foundation in Vancouver. Erin’s most recent accomplishments were hiking the West Coast Trail (75km), SunRun and Rock and Roll Half Marathon. Her hobbies consist of personal development, hiking, weight training, running and baking. Oh, and wine too! Above all her biggest accomplishment is being a wife and mother of two.

Erin is currently away on maternity leave – wishing all the best to her and her family!

Jennifer Leach

Business Administrator / Accounting Assistant

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!

Heather Desarmia

Communications & Marketing Coordinator

Heather, a graduate of University of Ottawa with a B.A. in Communications, paired with a post graduate certificate in Public Relations, is one of our Communications & Marketing Coordinators. She oversees a number of marketing projects with the main goal of supporting the success & sale of new developments. Heather does anything from project management to social media management, all the way to market research and analytics.

Heather is originally from Ottawa and moved to the West Coast in 2013. She has experience in communications, marketing, public relations and has worked in a variety of sectors including finance and sports & entertainment. In her free time, she enjoys the outdoors; skiing/snowmobiling in the winter and boating in the summer.

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!