Our Team

With over 35 years of successful business and entrepreneurial experience, including private lending, Robb is a visionary leader that has a firm grasp on the journey to achieve great things with FamilyLending.ca Inc. Inc.  He is a living example of the Company’s Motto “Our Family Taking Care of Your Family”.  Robb specializes in agriculture and residential lending, providing deep insight and expertise to borrowers.

His depth of caring about the “little things” is a refreshing leadership element creating an environment that captures the WIN/WIN/WIN in everything we do, for our clients, for our members, and for our family of colleagues that work so diligently each day to bring value to all those whom we serve. Robb’s ability to ignite, inspire and support a working relationship with his team that is empowering and one that promotes self-motivation.

In 2022, Robb took home the Chatham Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Award for Entrepreneur of the Year and in 2010 was awarded Chatham Chamber of Commerce Business Professional of the Year.

Kim is a service-driven individual with a keen passion for providing expertise in compliance, policies, and procedures to her brokerage as Principal Broker and President of FamilyLending.ca Inc. Inc. With over 20 years of experience in mortgages, investments, and corporate governance, Kim manages all aspects of the Brokerage’s operations, including legal, regulatory compliance, policy development, financial administration, and reporting. She also provides compliance advice and expertise to all Brokerage staff and has been active in the expansion of the brokerage to BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, and PEI.

Nearly 30 years of progressively senior experience, with a strong background in strategic planning, compliance, legislative interpretation/ application, process improvement, operations, business development, HR, financial administration, policy analysis, project management, reporting, and change management.

With over 20 years of experience as a golf professional and manager, Troy has exemplary customer service skills. Troy excels in building rapport with all his clients and always strives for excellence. Troy credits his discipline, respect, and good morals to his time in the military.

With 5 years in the finance industry with FamilyLending.ca Inc., where Troy started as an Agent and worked his way to become a Mortgage Broker, Troy has assisted hundreds of clients from first-time home buyers to high-net-worth clients. Troy provides full service to all clients by guiding them through the entire process from beginning to end. His clients often comment on Troy’s willingness to go above and beyond to help them get financing. In 2020 and 2021, Troy earned the President’s Club designation from the VERIS Club Awards for achieving a minimum of $25 million in funded deals/50 funded deals.

When Troy isn’t working, you can find him on the golf course, spending time outside or cooking. As a person who grew up with a close family, Troy and his wife enjoy spending time with their children and 6 grandchildren.

Dave is a graduate of the St. Clair College business program, achieving the President’s Award as the top graduate. Dave has over 30 years of experience in the finance industry with a career history in Windsor, London, and Ottawa. While working in Commercial banking, Dave earned a Fellowship from the Institute of Canadian Banking (FCIB). Dave has helped thousands of people achieve the dream of home ownership, even when clients’ circumstances are not perfect and don’t fit the normal boxes. Dave has a deep personal faith and cares for people which drives him to always pursue the best outcome for every client.

Dave earned the President’s Club designation from the VERIS Club Awards for achieving a minimum of $50 million in funded deals or 100 funded deals in 2021 and 2020.

Dave is a father of 3 daughters and a grandfather to 9 grandchildren. Family is a top priority for Dave, and he treats his clients as members of his family. Dave and his wife love to travel and have been around the globe with over 25 cruise vacations with family and friends. Making new friends and experiencing other cultures is of great interest to Dave.

Lorie joined FamilyLending.ca Inc. in 2014 with over 20 years in banking, Lorie knows how to make clients feel safe and comfortable when they deal with her. Lorie walks the talk of the theory that “there is no such thing as a stupid question”. Appreciating that applying for a mortgage is daunting for most people, she ensures that she puts people at ease and listens more than she talks when helping a client.

Family is Lorie’s greatest joy. Being married for 40+ years, Lorie and her husband have 2 children and 3 grandchildren. In her spare time, you can find Lorie and her husband attending sporting games and events in support of their grandchildren. With her love of musical theatre, you can find Lorie singing around the office and in staff meetings.

Sarah graduated with an Honours Diploma in both Horticulture and Agriculture Business; Sarah has worked in the agriculture space for many years. Working in agriculture at Thompson’s and Agris Co-Operative, Sarah is our go-to agent for anything agriculture! Sarah was the program coordinator and instructor for the Landscape Management Program at the University of Guelph – Ridgetown campus until 2006.

After having kids, Sarah wanted to spend more time with her family and became a part-time real estate agent and has helped many clients get into their dream homes for the last 11 years. Recently, Sarah became a Real Estate Broker and Broker of Record for MCH Realty Inc. With her vast experience and knowledge, Sarah can help her clients from the first stages of looking for a home all the way to the closing.

In her spare time, Sarah loves watching her kids at sporting events, hiking, and traveling. Sarah volunteers at her kid’s school and sits on the Parent Council Committee. Sarah also volunteers for the Mary Webb Centre for the Arts and sat on their marketing committee.

Chris is an agent who works to assist our clients with alternative lending when conventional lending is not immediately available. Before joining the team Chris gained over 17 years of banking experience in Ontario and British Columbia and has worked on Agricultural, Commercial, and Residential lending applications.

In the past, Chris has volunteered with the Rotary Club of Osoyoos, as the Special Olympics Golf Tournament Fundraiser President in Kelowna, BC, and participated in numerous community events including Muscular Dystrophy, Alzheimer’s, and Cancer fundraising walks.

When not working or participating in charity events Chris enjoys playing golf, spending time with family, and getting some exercise walking his dog.

Graduate of Brock University with a Bachelor of Accounting, Mitchell has worked in the hospitality industry where he accumulated nearly 15 years of managerial experience. Under Mitchell’s management, the restaurant received multiple awards over the years for being one of the top stores in Canada. This experience has helped developed his appreciation for great service and treating people equally. In Mitchell’s spare time, you can find him enjoying the outdoors, cycling, hiking, and camping.

As a licensed Mortgage Agent, Matt brings 25 years of leadership experience in hospitality and property management, working closely with municipalities, various boards, and special interest groups to resolve problems and move issues forward. Matt focuses on the needs of his customers as well as his team and has a passion for life-long learning and personal growth.

As a passionate lifelong learner and community supporter, Matt has spent numerous hours fundraising for several non-profits including the Canadian Mental Health Association, Crime Stoppers, Camlachie Athletic Association, and Bluewater Gymnastics. Matt completed his MBA at the Odette School of Business at the University of Windsor.

With more than 22 years of experience in finance, as well as having key personal experience in the agricultural industry, Shawn is an accomplished business leader in retail banking, commercial, and agricultural lending. His robust skill set includes strategic planning, asset/liability and liquidity management, and enterprise risk management.

A life-long resident of Chatham-Kent, Ontario, Shawn’s understanding, and affinity for the farming community provides FamilyLending.ca Inc. Inc. with firsthand farm experience and the ability to assess and structure agricultural sector mortgages and financing that are sensitive and specific to the people and businesses in this sector. Shawn completed his MBA in Financial Services at Dalhousie University and continues to be an active Chatham-Kent community participant through his service on several local Boards.

After completing the Law Clerk program, Marina has worked in real estate, personal injury, and family law for several years and brings a variety of skills and knowledge to the team. Marina is part of the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario and is on track to complete the Associate program. Marina is also working on completing her degree in Honors Psychology. Outside the office, you can find Marina curled up with a good book or breaking the stigma around mental health + wellness.

Graduate of St Clair College for the Arts with an advanced diploma in Advertising and Marketing Communication Management. Ashlea brings a wealth of knowledge to the team with over 4 years of experience in the advertising and marketing space. You can find Ashlea hanging out with her dachshund, Winnie, behind the camera, or crafting on her Cricut.

Melanie is a CPA, CGA, with over 10 years of experience in various industries, including fashion, manufacturing, and retail grocery. As our controller, Melanie is responsible for reporting financial results to our board and stakeholders and managing all accounting functions.

Born and raised in Chatham, Melanie attended the University of Windsor where she received her B. Comm from the Odette School of Business. She continued her accounting education at UBC and earned her CPA and CGA designations from CPABC.  Melanie is dedicated to her family, and passionate about supporting growth in Chatham-Kent.

Jodyann is a graduate of St Clair College with a diploma in Business Accounting. Jodyann has over 6 years of accounting experience in various industries such as Auto, Legal, and Finance. In her spare time, you can find Jodyann reading a good book or spending time with her family.