Jan was born and raised in North Vancouver where she enjoyed a variety of outdoor pursuits including hiking, biking, rollerblading and tennis. Eager for new adventure and a new lifestyle, she re-located to the Okanagan. She served as a Director in the Chamber of Commerce in Peachland, organizing community events to promote businesses and business development in her community.
Formal education achievements for Jan include a Bachelor of Education from U.B.C., Post-Baccalaureate Degree from S.F.U., mortgage broker’s license and real estate license from Sauder School of Business at U.B.C.