I am focussed on strategy and business development at Peach, identifying growth opportunities, shaping long-term business goals, and creating strategic plans to enhance market presence. Combining market analysis, client relationship management, and project pipeline development, ensuring alignment between business objectives and industry trends to drive sustainable growth.

Prior to my position being made redundant as part of a National Research restructure, I was the Research Manager for Victoria, part of the Business Development Services team at Cushman & Wakefield. I joined the Research team and Victorian business as a widely respected researcher with over 30 years of property experience across all market sectors, as well as experience in valuations, finance and planning. I am an accomplished communicator, driving best in class analysis and insights for clients… Show more Prior to my position being made redundant as part of a National Research restructure, I was the Research Manager for Victoria, part of the Business Development Services team at Cushman & Wakefield. I joined the Research team and Victorian business as a widely respected researcher with over 30 years of property experience across all market sectors, as well as experience in valuations, finance and planning. I am an accomplished communicator, driving best in class analysis and insights for clients and the broader market, preparing them for what’s next. Show less

A career pause of sorts. The years of COVID-19; a period of reflection and time with family. Navigating primary school aged children through remote learning. A 'purpose' provided by family and volunteer positions held at various junior sporting Clubs, fostering diversity, inclusion and respect. Actively supporting and lending my expertise to major community based developments. Providing the occasional advisory, event facilitation and presentation service when required.

As Director, Valuations - Commercial Strategic Research, I provided Charter Keck Cramer with a commercial property market prospective to the existing research capabilities, in direct support of the Valuations team and the greater Charter business. I leveraged my years of commercial property research experience along with my passion for client engagement, to communicating market intelligence on behalf of the firm and help develop young professionals. At Charter, the multidisciplinary… Show more As Director, Valuations - Commercial Strategic Research, I provided Charter Keck Cramer with a commercial property market prospective to the existing research capabilities, in direct support of the Valuations team and the greater Charter business. I leveraged my years of commercial property research experience along with my passion for client engagement, to communicating market intelligence on behalf of the firm and help develop young professionals. At Charter, the multidisciplinary capability draws on the skill and experience of industry leading specialists across Advisory, Research, Valuation and Project services. This unique approach lets Charter deliver clients the ultimate in property intelligence. Show less

Whilst on a fixed term contract, I was responsible for supporting the national Real Estate Advisory (REA) team in all areas of research, strategic knowledge & development and thought leadership.Urbis is a market leading firm with the goal of shaping the cities and communities of Australia for a better future. Drawing together a network of the brightest minds, Urbis consists of practice experts, working collaboratively to deliver fresh thinking and independent advice and guidance, all… Show more Whilst on a fixed term contract, I was responsible for supporting the national Real Estate Advisory (REA) team in all areas of research, strategic knowledge & development and thought leadership.Urbis is a market leading firm with the goal of shaping the cities and communities of Australia for a better future. Drawing together a network of the brightest minds, Urbis consists of practice experts, working collaboratively to deliver fresh thinking and independent advice and guidance, all backed up by real, evidence-based solutions.Working across the areas of planning, design, policy, heritage, valuations, transactions, economics and research, the expert team at Urbis connect their clients in the public and private sectors to a better outcome, every time. Show less

I was responsible for the collation, analysis and preparation of industry leading research publications on all commercial property markets throughout Melbourne, while also contributing at a National level. I consulted on specific projects, published high-calibre comprehensive releases and provided analysis including office market forecasts, quarterly property market commentaries, office market Full Floor Availability reports, Quarterly Times key market indicators and strategic research.… Show more I was responsible for the collation, analysis and preparation of industry leading research publications on all commercial property markets throughout Melbourne, while also contributing at a National level. I consulted on specific projects, published high-calibre comprehensive releases and provided analysis including office market forecasts, quarterly property market commentaries, office market Full Floor Availability reports, Quarterly Times key market indicators and strategic research. I also had a focus on providing clients and the industry with market presentations on a regular basis as well as extensive media coverage.In my capacity as a leader within the business, I was also a member of the Victorian business Executive Committee, was key contact for the Victorian business’ Corporate Social Responsibility directives and coordinator/mentor for the highly successful Savills Graduate Program. Show less

I was employed as an Associate Director, CBRE Research to head the Victorian research operations with responsibility of three analysts, and to supervise South Australian research capabilities. I was responsible for the collation, analysis and preparation of company research publications on all commercial property markets throughout Melbourne and Adelaide, with a particular focus on the office market sector. My responsibilities included brand awareness, primarily through industry and client… Show more I was employed as an Associate Director, CBRE Research to head the Victorian research operations with responsibility of three analysts, and to supervise South Australian research capabilities. I was responsible for the collation, analysis and preparation of company research publications on all commercial property markets throughout Melbourne and Adelaide, with a particular focus on the office market sector. My responsibilities included brand awareness, primarily through industry and client presentations and providing major input into the company’s high media profile. I was responsible for the coordination and presentation of the annual CBRE Victorian Private Client Outlook event for several years. Show less

I was Head of Research Department for Knight Frank (Victoria) based in Melbourne, helping develop a successful team and implement various research capabilities to support the greater business. My exposure to the property markets was primarily focused on Melbourne, with occasional market research conducted in South Australia. I was responsible for the analysis and interpretation of information to produce regular commentaries and forecasts for internal and external use on Victorian property… Show more I was Head of Research Department for Knight Frank (Victoria) based in Melbourne, helping develop a successful team and implement various research capabilities to support the greater business. My exposure to the property markets was primarily focused on Melbourne, with occasional market research conducted in South Australia. I was responsible for the analysis and interpretation of information to produce regular commentaries and forecasts for internal and external use on Victorian property markets and provide content for Victoria in various national and international publications. I was instrumental in helping develop and further Knight Frank’s profile in Victoria, including the preparation of media releases. Show less

There was no research capability in Melbourne at the time I joined FPD Savills. My employment was to enable FPD Savills to have a research presence in Melbourne for the support and added value of existing staff (predominantly valuers), whilst implementing the required systems and structures to facilitate controlled research material (publications) including a National focus. Following managerial and company structure changes, I assisted the Victorian Managing Director in developing a research… Show more There was no research capability in Melbourne at the time I joined FPD Savills. My employment was to enable FPD Savills to have a research presence in Melbourne for the support and added value of existing staff (predominantly valuers), whilst implementing the required systems and structures to facilitate controlled research material (publications) including a National focus. Following managerial and company structure changes, I assisted the Victorian Managing Director in developing a research capability program to establish expectations of the role and responsibilities of research from the operational perspective of the business. Show less

I joined CB Richard Ellis as a database manager in the Valuations department. In mid-1997 I joined the Research Department as an Assistant Researcher and in February 1998 became a Senior Research Analyst. I was responsible for the collation, analysis and preparation of company research publications on commercial property markets throughout Melbourne.

I worked on a casual basis for the Property Group at RMIT, predominantly for lecturers in Valuations. For the most part, my duties were carried out on behalf of the Property Studies Education Unit (PSEU). Duties included the administration and tutoring of students (domestic and foreign), clerical duties and the preparation of educational material workshops for the PSEU and for various subjects in the Bachelor of Business in Property undergraduate course. This employment was predominantly two… Show more I worked on a casual basis for the Property Group at RMIT, predominantly for lecturers in Valuations. For the most part, my duties were carried out on behalf of the Property Studies Education Unit (PSEU). Duties included the administration and tutoring of students (domestic and foreign), clerical duties and the preparation of educational material workshops for the PSEU and for various subjects in the Bachelor of Business in Property undergraduate course. This employment was predominantly two (2) days per week in 1995 and full time for a period in 1996. Show less

I was originally employed on a casual basis from March to December 1995 to assist with the maintenance of the property and contact information system, and when required, for projects prescribed by the Research department. Employment at this time was predominantly three (3) days per week. In December 1995, I was offered the full time role of Research Assistant/Analyst in the Research department. Duties included research and analysis of material from each of the property sectors (both commercial… Show more I was originally employed on a casual basis from March to December 1995 to assist with the maintenance of the property and contact information system, and when required, for projects prescribed by the Research department. Employment at this time was predominantly three (3) days per week. In December 1995, I was offered the full time role of Research Assistant/Analyst in the Research department. Duties included research and analysis of material from each of the property sectors (both commercial and residential). I was involved in the initial stages of the creation of Knight Frank Independent, an advisory service arm of Knight Frank for research, valuation and consulting purposes. As a result of restructuring of the company at the time, my position was made redundant in May 1996. Show less

As a third year, full time mature-age property student at RMIT, I was given the opportunity to work three (3) days per week as a trainee valuer, undertaking various duties in assisting the Municipal Valuer including valuations for rates notices and VCAT supporting documentation. Additional funding at the Council was approved to secure my services full time for a further six months given the positive contribution I was making to the Valuations & Rating Department.

Accepted as a mature-age fulltime student at RMIT; Bachelor of Business (Property).

I was employed at Mercantile Credits as a Consumer and Commercial Finance Officer, which culminated in a position in property finance in 1989. At the end of 1989, Esanda Finance Corporation purchased Mercantile Credits, where I continued in the property finance department.At the time I left Esanda in 1992 to pursue full time tertiary education as a mature-age student, I was a Senior Finance Officer involved in the preparation of finance proposals with a discretion to recommend.