About Us

Management Team

René David founded Westmana Development Corp more than a decade ago following a successful career with VanCity Enterprises, a recognized leader in socially responsible development projects.

He holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of BC, specializing in Finance and Urban Land Economics, and has more than 15 years of development experience. He served as VP Development for VanCity Enterprises before establishing Westmana Development Corp. As one of two principals, René brings an extensive business background and strong leadership to create Westmana’s vision of responsible development incorporating access to affordable housing, socially responsible planning, value engineering and environmentally conscious building principles.

In his career, René’s entrepreneurial and community spirit has driven him to develop market housing as well as community projects, including seniors’ community centres, seniors’ housing, and affordable housing for single parent families, the mentally disabled and the community.

He has served as a member of several community organizations, including the Lionsview Seniors Housing Advisory Committee, the St. James Community Services Society and, in preparation for the 2010 Winter Olympics, the False Creek Stewardship Planning Committee.

His association with the members of Westmana Group, spans many years and many successful projects.

Willie Kwun founded Westmana Development Corp in 1996 with René David and is responsible for managing Westmana’s relationships with construction partners.

He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from Simon Fraser University and has more than 20 years of experience developing and managing commercial and residential projects. In 1992, he earned his Certified Management Accountant qualification.  Prior to his long and successful partnership with René David, Willie was an asset manager and an auditor in public accounting with BDO Dunwoody and Co.

Willie Kwun is widely respected for his forward-thinking approach to business affairs and his sensitivity to the needs of the community. His solid relationships with the City of Langley and the District of Squamish, communities where Westmana has developed residential and commercial projects (The Muse, Virescence, Spectacle), are evidenced by the ongoing consultation those communities have requested in recent years. For example, on a number of occasions, City of Langley staff have informally asked for Willie’s input and insight regarding the future of Langley’s downtown core. The District of Squamish has also worked closely with Westmana to elicit community input, and recognizes Willie’s ability to gauge and consider the needs of the region before undertaking any development.