Our Team

Meet the ARK Team

Co-Founder & REALTOR®

Anna Kaufman

With over sixteen years of experience in the new home building industry, Anna began as a Sales Associate and progressed to the roles of Sales and Marketing Director and Sales Director at two prominent Calgary home builders. Anna is a University of Calgary graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations. In addition to her university education, she completed the Master Home Builder designation from the Professional Home Builders Institute.

Anna continues to work closely with top Calgary builders, maintaining strong industry partnerships built through years of hands-on experience. Her deep operational knowledge, creative thinking, and problem-solving skills allow her to guide both buyers and sellers with confidence — whether marketing a resale property or representing new construction. Builders continue to trust her to sell their inventory, and she brings the same expertise and strategy to helping homeowners prepare and sell their current homes.

Beyond her professional roles, Anna enjoys nature, volunteering within her community and spending time with her husband and daughter.

Co-Founder & REALTOR®

Rut Kaufman Aronovich

Rut brings nearly a decade of experience in Calgary’s new home building industry, having worked with two of the city’s largest builders. She began her career as a Sales Associate and advanced to the role of Area Manager, specializing in a range of housing types including semi-detached homes, bungalows, and move-up models. Rut also has hands-on experience in customizing and redesigning floorplans to better suit her clients’ needs. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Calgary.

Rut continues to collaborate with top builders while also helping clients navigate the resale market. She is known for her attention to detail, strong floorplan knowledge, and commitment to educating homebuyers. Her in-depth understanding of builder specifications, construction timelines, and community development allows her to guide clients through every step of the home buying and selling process.

In addition to her client work, Rut leads the ARK Real Estate Team’s marketing efforts, using her industry insight and creative approach to effectively promote listings and connect with buyers. In her spare time, Rut is an avid reader and enjoys being outdoors with her husband and two children.

REALTOR®

Jimmy Luong

With over twenty years of experience in Calgary’s new home building industry, Jimmy has held senior sales and management roles spanning residential architectural and structural design through to the sales of detached homes and multi-family townhomes. This broad industry experience has given him a comprehensive understanding of every stage of the home building and buying process.
Jimmy continues to leverage this depth of knowledge to guide clients through the purchasing process with confidence, helping make what can often feel like a complex experience simple and stress-free. Known for his transparent approach, genuine client care, and commitment to finding the right solution for every buyer, Jimmy is dedicated to ensuring his clients feel informed and supported every step of the way.

REALTOR®

Brit McIntyre

Brit brings nearly a decade of experience in the real estate industry, with a background that extends well beyond buying and selling homes. Having worked behind the scenes alongside top-producing agents, her experience spans operations, market analysis, contracts, marketing, mentorship, new construction, pricing strategy, and client experience. This broad perspective allows Brit to understand both the numbers and strategy behind a real estate decision and, just as importantly, the people making it.

Whether helping clients buy, sell, invest, or explore new construction, Brit believes great real estate advice starts with honesty, authenticity, and clear communication. Her approach is focused on providing clients with the information, strategy, and experienced guidance they need to make the right decision for their individual circumstances. She is committed to giving honest advice throughout the process, even when that means recommending that a particular property or opportunity may not be the right fit.

Originally from a small town in Southern Ontario, Brit has called Calgary home for more than 25 years. She has built her approach to real estate around the same values she grew up with: working hard, being genuine, communicating openly, and taking care of people. Brit is committed to creating a no-pressure client experience built around thoughtful guidance, open communication, and having someone genuinely in her clients’ corner.

Our Journey

Milestones That Define Us

2007

Anna Enters the Industry

Anna began her career in Calgary’s new home building industry as a Sales Associate, quickly developing deep expertise in construction, contracts, and client experience with prominent Calgary builders.

2015

Anna Rises to Senior Leadership & Rut Enters the Industry

Anna progressed to the roles of Sales and Marketing Director and Sales Director at two of Calgary’s largest builders, gaining a big-picture perspective that few REALTORS® can match. That same year, Rut began her own builder-side journey as a Sales Associate, bringing her marketing background and passion for design to Calgary’s new home industry.

2019

Rut Pioneers New Communities

Rut took on the role of Area Manager at a second prominent Calgary home builder, specializing in semi-detached homes, bungalows, and move-up models — and pioneering new communities from the ground up.

2023

ARK Real Estate Team Founded

Together as licensed REALTORS®, Rut and Anna launched ARK Real Estate Team — combining builder expertise with client-first service in both new construction and resale.

2024

First Builder Partnership Secured

ARK secured its first formal builder partnership, becoming REALTOR® partners for a Calgary home builder and developer — a milestone reflecting the trust the industry places in the team’s expertise.

2026

A Trusted Calgary Resource

ARK now holds multiple builder partnerships and continues to help clients across Calgary navigate new construction and resale with clarity, confidence, and the kind of insider knowledge that only comes from years on the builder side.

Client Voices

What Our Clients Say

"Anna and Rut's real estate services are second to none! They guided me through every step of the process with expertise and care, ensuring I found the ideal property. Their dedication and personalized approach truly set them apart. Highly recommend Anna and Rut for all your real estate needs!"

Aki Mathur

"Rut's new home builder experience was so helpful as we planned out our new build. She was thoughtful, creative and her ideas helped to save us thousands in upgrades, while not compromising on style or function. We are so grateful for her input and expertise! Highly recommend Rut and Anna to guide you through a new build process."

Bailee Schaetzle