Michelle Paquet is a real estate development leader with over 20 years of experience delivering complex, community-focused projects across Canada. She has held senior leadership roles with SHAPE Properties and UBC Properties Trust, where she led large, multidisciplinary teams and worked closely with municipalities, partners and stakeholders to advance projects from concept through to completion. She is known for her ability to build strong, trusted relationships and bring alignment to multifaceted initiatives, helping organizations move forward with clarity while balancing ambitious goals with practical, achievable outcomes.
Michelle leads a development consultancy, advising organizations on development strategy, project delivery and early-stage planning. She brings to Brightside experience in navigating dynamic environments, aligning diverse stakeholders and supporting thoughtful decision-making. She is motivated by the opportunity to contribute to the delivery of high-quality, well-designed affordable housing and resilient communities.
Michelle lives in Vancouver with her family and enjoys the outdoors. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Urban Land Economics and an MBA with a focus on Strategy and Consulting.