Meet Our Team
Our team is a very passionate group of professionals with exceptional talents in their respective fields. Seeing no boundaries, everyone works hard to develop Omega Communications Ltd. into a respected global entity. We surround ourselves with the concept "work hard, play hard" and we wouldn't have it any other way!
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Gary Campbell- President & General Manager Gary started his communications career as a technician with Motorola in Prince George in 1970. After working in Vancouver and Vancouver Island for 7 years, he moved to Kelowna help start Omega Communications in 1979. He became President and General Manager in 1987 and has held this position ever since. He has been involved with the start up and management of sister companies to Omega Communications Ltd. He is currently President and General Manager of Omega Monitoring Inc., Omega Holdings Ltd., Omega Cellular Inc., Omega Cable Inc., and director of Omega Cordless Technologies Ltd. and Omega Solutions Inc. Favourite Quote: "I am the master of my fate, I am the captain of my soul" -William Ernest Henley Interests: Biking, Running, Swimming, Golf, Squash, Skiing, Snowboarding, Playing Guitar Dream: To run a triathlon with my grandson |
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Warren Saari- VP, Sales and Marketing Warren completed his Bachelors degree in Business administration from SFU in 1990 and began his career with Omega in 1991. He has worked in several roles within the organization staring with purchasing / inventory control, followed by service manager, then as a sales rep, followed by sales manager and now working as VP of Business Development. He became a partner in the business in 2001. Warren now focuses on finding new products to take to market, explores solutions we can supply to the key markets we are already in and still works directly with some key accounts. In his capacity in business development, Warren has identified, sourced and developed our offerings in the healthcare market with our Code Alert solutions, in the SCADA market with our Modpac plus wireless modem solutions and the public safety & utilities markets with our Zetron 911 dispatching solutions as some examples of his efforts. He is presently focusing on the mining sector. Favourite Quote: "Everyone gets an idea in the shower. But the successful ones get out of the shower, dry off, and do something about it." -Nolan Bushnell, Founder of Atari Interests: The Okanagan Lifestyle (Squash, Golfing, Mountain Biking, Skiing, Boating, etc.), Playing Poker, Sports Cars, Woodwork, Camping and Travel Dream: To take a road trip (in my car) across Europe |
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Russ Coughlan- Manager, Wireless Solutions Division Russ has a background in electronics, specializing in telecommunications and system design. After working as a sales/design rep and manager, in 2008 Russ became a partner in the company. With over 20 years of experience offering customized technology solutions in the Interior of BC, he understands the big picture needs for each client. Favourite Quote: "In every problem lies an opportunity" -unknown Interests: Martial Arts, Skiing, The Outdoors Dream: To get front row seats for UFC title fight: Georges St. Pierre vs. Anderson Silva |
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Daren Lowe- Manager, Healthcare Solutions Division Daren started with Omega in 2000 as a solutions provider in sales. As he was promoted within the company, he became manager of the healthcare solutions division in 2007 and became a partner in the business in 2008. Daren is passionate about providing solutions that benefit seniors in Canada and seeks to expand across Canada as fast as possible. Favourite Quote: "If you enjoy what you do, you will never work another day in your life." -Confucius Interests: Family, Hockey, Camping, Lake Activities Dream: To travel the world with no cash restrictions |
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Leanne Nicholson- Controller After receiving a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Accounting from UBC and the CGA designation, Leanne began her career with Omega Communications in 2002. Her technical training and experience provide a solid foundation to help maneuver in such a growing and fluid company. Favourite Quote: "The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate." -Oprah Winfrey Interests: My Children, Movies, Sports, Books Dream: To explore the Greek islands and swim in the Aegean Sea |
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Linda Miller- Accounts Receivable Having worked a combined 15 years at Omega Cellular and Omega Communications, Linda brings both dedication and commitment to the workplace each and everyday. With top notch qualifications in Dun & Bradstreet Credit and Collection, and excellent interpersonal skills for main receptionist, Linda is a valuable member of the Omega team. Favourite Quote: "The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall." -Nelson Mandela Interests: All Sports (Especially Hockey), Gardening, Reading, Family Time Dream: To win a lottery and retire on a Caribbean island |
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Randy Fehr- Purchasing/IT Since 1995 Randy has been developing his skills in Purchasing & IT. Prior to being with Omega, Randy received a diploma from Okanagan College in Business Administration. He enjoys the rapid advancement of the products and services offered by Omega Communications Ltd. Favourite Quote: "For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord." The Bible - Romans 8:38-39 Interests: Family, Church, Computers, Hockey, Skiing, Music Engineering Dream: To start an orphanage in Africa |
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Daryl Dunstan- Marketing Coordinator Daryl began his career in the first quarter of 2010 with a passion for technology and the internet. A portfolio encompassing years of marketing/sales experience and a Bachelor of Business Administration with Honours bring high value to how he designs marketing content for different readers among our two divisions. Favourite Quote: "Strive to make everyday the best day of your life, because there is no good reason not to." -Hal Elrod Interests: Volleyball, Gym, Movies, Reading, NHL, UFC, Sports Cars, Camping, Texas hold 'em Dream: To take professional racing lessons |
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Matt Kelly- Technical Sales Matt began his career path with a Masters in Business Administration. Since then, he has a career encompassing 20 years of sales, management, & consulting in the industrial, financial, medical device, and energy sectors. Favourite Quote: "There are far, far better things ahead than any we leave behind." -C.S. Lewis Interests: Hiking, skiing, my dogs, music, and volunteer work Dream: Take a road trip and watch an NFL game in every US city |
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Jesse Lloyd- Technical Dept. Foreman, Wireless Division Jesse had been involved in the radio communications industry for 12 years and professionally for 7. He joined Omega Communications after graduating from the electronic engineering technology program at Okanagan University College and worked as a field technician servicing a broad spectrum of products. Recently he became Service Manager and is now focused on providing Omega's service department with solid leadership and insight. Favourite Quote: "It is only when they go wrong that machines remind you how powerful they are." -Clive James Interests: Technology in general, enjoying the back roads, the outdoors, the mountains, and the Okanagan Dream: Long term: time travel. Short term: finish paperwork. |
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Mark Poelzer- Senior Service Technician Mark has been in the Communications industry for over 30 years and married to his wife for 32 years. He knows the value of communication in any situation! He has worked with Omega for over 10 years, since he moved here from Alberta. Favourite Quote: "Get 'r' done!" Interests: Watching sports with a cold beer, playing guitar, golfing, watching movies, and being with his family Dream: To retire mortgage free, grow old with his wife, and see his kids & grandchildren often |
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Fred Lubbers- Senior Service Technician Fred has over 35 years of dedicated radio experience, 18 of which have been at Omega. His background has been a great asset to the ongoing service excellence Omega prides itself in. |
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Mike Young- Senior Service Technician Mike has 35 years in the 2-way radio business with 21 years as a technician with Omega Communications. He opened the Kamloops branch in 1992 and has worked out of that office ever since. Favourite Quote: "What we do in life echoes in eternity" -Maximus Meridius Interests: Baseball, Golf, Military Veterans Association, Movies Dream: To visit the Vimy Ridge Canadian War Memorial |
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Ian McConnell- Senior Service Technician Ian has been in the technical industry for over 25 years. Prior to starting with Omega Communications in 2007, he worked for 10 years as a Motorola Service Manager and Field Technician as well as a licensed Journeyman Electrician, giving him outstanding skill and experience. Favourite Quote: "Pleasure in the job puts perfection in the work" -unknown Interests: Anything Technical, Sports Dream: To travel around the world |
