Meet the Home Team

Sylvie Rochette, President and Founder

If necessity is one mother of invention, popularity is another. The overwhelming success of Sylvie’s four hand-crafted spice blends soon prompted the creation of Canada’s fastest-growing direct sales company. From a payroll of one – Sylvie – Epicure Selections® now shares her recipe for success with thousands of Consultants across the country. When not scouring the globe for the finest ingredients or volunteering her services overseas, Sylvie can be found walking the family dog, Nelly, to and from her office at Epicure’s 80-acre Home Office facility on Vancouver Island.

Tracey Ashford, Regional Sales Trainer

With 13 years in direct sales, Tracey has a passion for coaching our Consultants to success. Best known for her passion for football, Tracey is the biggest fan on the field when her two boys play. Tracey loves Epicure’s family-friendly philosophy, which encourages our Consultants succeed on their own terms.

Josée Charbonneau, Special Events Manager

Our Special Events superstar, Josée coordinates all of Epicure’s amazing events, from National Conferences to Home Team gatherings to fabulous incentive trips in exotic vacation destinations. Known for making every occasion extra special, Josée loves the variety and spontaneity Epicure offers.

Ryan Chazottes, Production Manager

Ryan conducts product development with our Research and Development Team to meet Epicure’s high standards for product safety, quality assurance and production. Ryan loves Epicure’s commitment to personal and professional development. Outside work, Ryan is best known for his love of motorbiking.

Daintry Van Cleave, Acting Director of HR

With over 15 years experience, Daintry is passionate about cultivating an exceptional internal and external company culture - and it shows with all Epicure’s Top Employer Awards! Daintry loves working for a company committed to the highest HR standards, and her family loves how VE has ignited her creativity in the kitchen!

Darren Cullen, Manager of Customer Experience

Darren uses his Bachelor of Commerce Degree and 10 years in Customer Service to ensure an exceptional experience for everyone who contacts Home Office. Darren spends his spare time outdoors, making the most of living on the West Coast. For fine Alfresco dining, Darren recommends his current VE favourite: Souvlaki Seasoning. "It’s great for barbequing!"

Christy Deslauriers, Executive Project Manager

Christy ensures the shine of Epicure’s public face. She coordinates the production of all Epicure’s printed and electronic materials, facilitating our writers, editors, designers and printers to do the best job possible. Personally devoted to the domestic arts, Christy enjoys working for a food-focused Canadian company.

Blake Dippie, Facilities Manager

Blake ensures the smooth operation of our Home Office facilities, office infrastructure and processing equipment. Lucky for us, Blake thrives on the technology and variety of the tasks he performs. Outside work, Blake tinkers with his collection of vintage kitchen appliances – a perfect fit for a food company.

Caley Fitzpatrick, Project Manager

Caley lends her Project Management skills to Epicure’s marketing initiatives to ensure they are presented with cohesiveness and excitement. The impassioned people she has the privilege to work with each day are what Caley loves most about Epicure as well as the fact that Epicure products (especially her favourite, Roasted Red Pepper Dip Mix) have turned her into a cook – something her parents thought would never happen!

Chuck Hatt, Manager of IT

Chuck brings over 16 years of professional software design and development experience to Epicure. Chuck felt at home at Home Office from day 1 and is continually impressed by the dedication and professionalism of the Home Team. Chuck’s hobbies include sports car racing and video games.

Greg Hill, Data Analysis Manager

Greg brings substantial banking experience from the UK to help Epicure increase sales and continue to grow and grow! Since joining the Home Team in October 2008, Greg has developed an affinity for our wine jellies. Greg is equally attracted to outdoor activity, particularly enjoying running and soccer.

Evelyn Jones, Art Director

Evelyn guides our Graphics Team in creating Epicure’s stylish signature look. From our luscious catalogues to incredible incentive brochures, Epicure always looks as good as it tastes. A lover of the outdoors, inside, Evelyn ensures her pantry is stocked full of Epicure spices.

Joe McGill, Director of Finance

Joe is responsible for processing order payments, payroll and company-wide costs. Joe keeps Epicure strictly in the black and our healthy growth shows just how well he does his job. Family is very important to Joe, and he loves being part of Epicure’s expanding one.

Crystal MacGregor RD, Nutrition and Wellness Marketing Advisor

Crystal develops recipes, nutritional analyses, articles and educational sessions to promote healthy living for everyone touched by Epicure – a passion she pursues outside the office by cooking, golfing and working out at every opportunity. She loves how Epicure makes healthy eating easy and delicious!

Ora Rehm, Regional Sales Trainer

With 28 years’ experience, Ora has a passion for direct sales and loves sharing her skills and enthusiasm with Consultants. “I change people’s lives and make dreams come true!” Ora also loves to eat and shop – a common passion at Epicure!

Marc Trottier, Vice President of Business Development

A longtime Team Member, Marc saw the launch of Epicure Selections® and has helped steer our success ever since. Marc is also a passionate runner and coach. With a personal best marathon time of 2:49:50, he’s a hard man to keep up with!

Sandi Vincent, Vice President of Operations

As Director of Operations, Sandi is responsible for Production, Purchasing and the Distribution Centre, and brings her extensive experience in Operations Management to her role. Sandi thrives on Epicure’s fast-paced environment and its many opportunities, and she loves that she learns something new every single day. Sandi enjoys music, reading and good conversation over a big cup of her favourite: an Epicure Chai Tea Latte.

Amelia Warren, CEO Victorian Epicure/ Epicure Selections

Amelia works to optimize the Epicure experience for our Customers and Consultants. Amelia is passionate about empowering others to discover their unique talents and leadership potential. Amelia also finds inspiration in nature and creative expression through dancing, singing and writing.

Cheryl Warwick, Research and Development Chef

Great food is at the heart of Epicure. Chef Cheryl develops the spice blends, new products and delicious recipes we’re so famous for. For Cheryl, sharing food with loved ones is one of life’s richest pleasures, and she loves working for a company that reflects her life’s passion.