Seasoned industry exec brings with him over 16 years of mortgage market experience
Veteran mortgage executive Imran Thaver is among the latest appointments on Habitat for Humanity Canada’s national board of directors, which were confirmed during the organization’s May 14 virtual meeting.
With over 16 years of industry experience as a mortgage and finance professional in Alberta, Thaver is currently vice president of Sagen’s Prairie Region operations, as well as vice chair of Habitat for Humanity Edmonton.
“Imran has an astute understanding of the mortgage default risk market, instituting affordable housing projects, equity land landing and securitization,” Habitat for Humanity said in its announcement. “Prior to Sagen, Imran spent several years with HSBC Bank Canada in its Business Development, Commercial Mid-Market and Premier Services Lending departments.”
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Among other connections and achievements, Thaver has served as part of the advisory board for the Edmonton Expo 2017 Bid, and has also operated in multiple capacities for the United Way. His other crucial affiliations include the Aga Khan Foundation, the Mortgage Loans Association of Alberta, the Ismaili Council for Edmonton, and the Alberta Mortgage Brokers Association.
Marie Claire Uwanyirigira and Paul Mason were also confirmed as new national board members, while Susan Green and Brad Peters were re-elected for additional terms.
“It is my pleasure to welcome the new and returning members to our national board of directors,” said Julia Deans, president and CEO of Habitat for Humanity Canada. “Continuing to diversify our board is a priority for our organization. By better reflecting the families and communities we serve in the makeup of Habitat boards, we will increase our understanding of how to best serve Habitat families.”
