Meet the Team
Dedication. Expertise. Service.
Houghton Realty is a boutique strata management and realty company whose team offers a vast amount of education and experience.

Jim Uswak
Managing Broker
Strata Manager
Realtor
Jim founded Houghton Realty 30 years ago. He believes in honesty, hard work, and commitment to his clients. Jim ensures that everyone on his team follows these principles because every client matters.
He has experience managing multi-million dollar construction projects and is well suited to assist with any major or special projects that your strata needs.

Jason Uswak
Strata Manager
Realtor
Jason practiced law for five years at the largest Canadian law firm before joining the family business. He has extensive experience with construction and contract negotiation from working at a construction subsidiary of an S&P 500 company. Jason also spent five years working in various roles at a local credit union. He offers a highly experienced and unique skillset to his clients.
Education:
Juris Doctor, University of Victoria
Bachelor of Business Adminstration with Distinction, Simon Fraser University

Ethan Lempert
Strata Manager
Realtor
Before joining Houghton Realty, Ethan founded a successful business and practiced law at a firm focused on tax efficient estate planning and tax litigation. He now brings his attention to detail and business acumen to Houghton Realty.
Education:
Juris Doctor, University of Victoria
Bachelor of Business Adminstration with Distinction, Simon Fraser University

Kimberley Lockhart
Strata Manager
Realtor
Account Manager
Kimberley has been buying and selling real estate for her clients for over a decade. She sells detached homes, and stratified units like townhouses and condominiums. Her background in strata management also gives her unique insight into buying and selling strata units.

Roy Kennedy
Strata Manager
Realtor (Residential & Commercial)
Prior to real estate, Roy had many years of working and consulting for large corporations. His knowledge is widespread and based on immeasurable experience. He brought that knowledge and experience to real estate which has helped him achieve a long list of loyal and happy clients.

Dylan Smith
Strata Manager
Dylan's unique background in landscaping, pest control, and business management makes him a perfect fit for your strata. He has experience in dispute resolution and contract negotiation, and also volunteers in the local ball hockey community.
Education:
Turf/Grass Golf Management Diploma, Camosun College
Business Management Diploma, Camosun College

Kerry Gallicano
Strata Manager
Kerry's experience includes managing multiple residential and commercial strata corporations, including large high rises and sectioned stratas. She has been a licensed strata manager since 2017 and brings a wealth of experience to serve strata communities.
Education:
Pool Certification, Fraser Health Authority

Gurnaz Wahi
Strata Manager
Gurnaz has extensive experience in negotiating with and coordinating vendors, handling warranty claims, and overseeing special projects, such as building envelope projects. He is a great fit for any strata that is going through warranty claims with their developer or considering undertaking a major project to revitalize your strata.
Education:
Masters in Business Administration
Languages:
Punjabi, Hindi

Morgan Wettengel
Administrative Assistant
Morgan has worked in the real estate industry for almost six years in a well-established law firm before joining Houghton Realty. She has a wide range of knowledge in residential conveyancing, project sales, lease sales, estate sales, commercial financing, and subdivision, which makes her a great asset in supporting the Houghton Realty team serve its clients.
Education:
Paralegal Diploma, CDI College

Ashley Broughton
Administrative Assistant

Gayle Friestadt
Administrative Assistant

Stephanie Cassetta
Administrative Assistant