Vancouver, BC - April 28, 2026
Concert Properties announced today that its Board of Directors has appointed Catherine Roome as President & Chief Executive Officer, effective May 26, 2026, following a comprehensive search.
“Catherine is a highly accomplished, transformational leader with a strong track record of delivering results across a range of organizations,” says Ivan Limpright, Chair, Concert Properties. “She brings values that align with our culture, along with a proven ability to develop exceptional teams. Her forward-thinking leadership, financial discipline and expertise in navigating complex environments make her exceptionally well suited to lead Concert well into the future.”
Roome has more than three decades of leadership experience across infrastructure, regulation and public-interest organizations. She previously served as President & CEO of Technical Safety BC for over a decade, where she led the transformation of the regulatory authority and advanced innovation through data and technology. Most recently, she was Interim CEO of Atira Women’s Resource Society, supporting stability and renewal during a period of substantial transition for BC’s largest supportive housing organization.
“I’m honoured to join Concert Properties at an exciting time for the company,” says Roome. “What drew me to Concert is the outstanding team and its commitment to building people-first communities, while delivering stable returns to its owners—represented by over 200,000 working Canadians who depend on Concert for their retirement.
I’ve spent recent weeks listening to Concert's shareholders and stakeholders. What I’ve learned is that the company has strong fundamentals, valuable assets and committed people. My focus will be to align our stakeholders around a clear strategic direction, execute with discipline and advance the company’s corporate goals. I see a significant opportunity to build on strong investor relationships while attracting new investors and partners aligned with Concert’s vision.”
Serving on numerous boards, Roome has extensive governance and capital planning experience. She is a past director of BC Hydro and is currently board chair of its energy trading subsidiary, Powerex, where she has contributed to oversight of major capital programs and long-term investment strategy. She also chairs the operating board for McElhanney and is a board director for Prospera Credit Union. In addition, Catherine is the co-president of the International Women’s Forum (IWF) British Columbia—one of many examples of her commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
Current Interim CEO, John Dooling, will now focus solely on his responsibilities as Managing Director & Chief Financial Officer and remains a key member of Concert’s executive leadership team, providing important continuity during the transition. The company expresses its sincere thanks to Dooling for his steady stewardship and commitment.
“Concert Properties enters this next phase with a solid foundation and a disciplined, future-focused approach,” adds Limpright. “Our owners can be confident that Catherine, with the support of our experienced team, will build on Concert’s strengths and continue to deliver long-term value, further positioning the company for success.”
Original Source: Concert Properties News