Erika Kretchmer

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ABOUT ERIKA KRETCHMER

I help BC land developers and landowners move projects from concept to approval with clear strategy, disciplined coordination, and dependable execution, especially on complex files where the approvals path is unclear or momentum has stalled.As Founder and Development Manager at Ascend Development Partners, I combine 10+ years of operations leadership with 5 years of hands-on land development approvals experience, a pairing that means I\'m as focused on process discipline and accountability as I am on navigating the regulatory path to approval. I bring a developer’s perspective to the front end of project applications, aligning the right experts early, tightening scope, and keeping submissions review-ready.Where I add the most value- Approvals strategy + navigation: rezoning, subdivision, development permits, and technical review responses- Consultant coordination across planning, civil, environmental, and geotechnical disciplines- Civil design and submission leadership: scopes, milestones, deliverables, QA, and packaging- Stalled applications: diagnose constraints, realign approach, and re-establish a realistic path forward with consultants and municipal staff- Stakeholder and Indigenous/First Nations engagement support and coordination- Systems-driven delivery: timelines, tracking, accountability, and communication cadence so owners always know what’s next I’m also a licensed real estate agent with Real Broker, which supports my work with land use context, market insight, and negotiation, particularly when development decisions tie directly to disposition strategy or investor objectives.If you’re developing land in BC and want clarity, structure, and momentum through the approvals process, let’s connect.