Greater Sydney Area
A passionate, results driven property executive. Throughout my career I have held senior positions at organisations across Australia and New Zealand. With experience across all core sectors I have spent the last decade specialising in the acquisition, divestment, leasing and development of retail, industrial and commercial property portfolios. Recent roles have provided extensive exposure to regional and super regional shopping centers, industrial manufacturing facilities, distribution centers, CBD office buildings, rural land holdings and greenfield development sites.
Coles is one of Australia’s leading retailers, with an extensive network of over 1,800 outlets. As a Capital Transactions Manager for Coles Group Property Developments, I am responsible for the acquisition, development and divestment, of the groups freehold property portfolio. Strategic Transactions Include: - Boorooma - Bingara Gorge - Austral - Tahmoor - Cobbitty - Googong
Coca-Cola European Partners acquired Coca-Cola Amatil to become the world’s largest bottler of the Coca-Cola product range, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. . As the companies Property & Development Manager I am responsible for the leasing, management, acquisition and divestment of the companies freehold and leasehold portfolio, across Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea and the Pacific Islands. • Responsible for the effective day to day management of a diverse property portfolio. • Identify, negotiate and acquire key leasehold and freehold sites for the group. • Create and deliver business cases and CAPEX papers for board approval • Manage and deliver the groups property strategy • Reduce CODB by renegotiation of lease terms, site consolidations, market reviews, land rates and tax reviews. • Develop and manage the property and facilities budgets for all CCA sites. • Responsible for the delivery of all fit outs, site upgrades and make goods. • Successfully tender, appoint and oversee third party facilities management provider. • Implement policies and procedures for the property department across the group with a focus on compliance and ongoing governance. • Lead and deliver solar projects across major facilities, realizing significant cost saving and reducing companies carbon footprint. • Build strong relationships with institutional and private landlords and stakeholders, across Australia, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea. Key Transactions: • Coca-Cola Sign, Kings Cross, NSW • 501 Brougham Street, Christchurch NZ • 16 Duncan Court, Adelaide, SA • 243 Lygon Street, Carlton VIC • 32 Jaimaca Drive, Wellington NZ • 10 Abel Tasman Street, Lae PNG • 261 Berringurra Avenue, Perth WA • 6 Chifley Drive, Melbourne VIC • 12 Francis Street, Hobart TAS • 32 Stirling Street, Adelaide SA • 8 & 9, Dogura Road, Port Moresby PNG • Lot 5013, Syrimi Road, Darwin, NT
Scentre Group manages, develops and owns Westfield shopping centres in Australia and New Zealand. Key responsibilities included: • Management of all major, mini-major and specialty retailers. • Leadership of the asset and operational teams. • Prepare and implement the centres strategic asset plan in line with company objectives. • Engage with all stakeholders to oversee the ongoing development and reinvention of the asset. • Co-ordinate new merchants and tenancy upgrades. • Build and manage relationships with stakeholders including joint venture partners (GIC) • Lead corporate driven projects. CBA offers App, Samsung S8 launch • Liaise and work with leasing to secure new retailers in line with the assets business plan. • Negotiate license agreements for casual leasing sites, storerooms and seating areas. • Prepare management income budget, centre budget and monthly forecasting.
Responsible for the overall effective management and financial performance of the companies iconic mixed use development, Remarkables Park Town Centre. During my tenure I increased the assets ROI by reducing costs and by introducing management and leasing strategies to increase revenue. Under my leadership the asset experienced its highest occupancy rate since conception, strong sales growth, heightened traffic flow and increased pedestrian numbers. In 2013 the centre undertook further expansion to meet the needs of our customers. The development was delivered on time and within budget, receiving high acclaim from investors, local government planners and the general public. Key responsibilities included: • Leadership of the onsite asset and operational team. • Negotiation and execution of leases, lease renewals, variations and market reviews. • Preparation and accountability for the assets business plan, OPEX and CAPEX budgets. • Acquisition and divesment of surrounding greenfield sites. • Pre-purchase feasability studies and due diligence. • Manage and implement leasing strategies, marketing activities and public relations. • Development and expansion of the asset. • Debtor and creditor account management, financial reporting and forecasting. • Responsible for all government compliance requirements, risk management and OHS. • Strategic planning and asset management to maximize income. • Maintain relationships with external stakeholders, customers, tenants and contractors.
As the Head of Commercial Property I was responsible for the commercial property department and all its business dealings. The role included the management, sale and leasing of a property portfolio consisting predominantly of retail and commercial assets, including neighborhood shopping centres, standalone high street retail and commercial office buildings. During my tenure I increased the portfolio’s value and grew the division’s income through expanding the rent roll, leasing, sales and other sourced opportunities. In 2011 I was awarded the organisations inaugural CEO Award for outstanding contribution to the company. Key Responsibilities: • Management of a diverse portfolio of retail and commercial properties throughout Sydney. • Accountable for the states commercial department and all its business dealings. • Financial reporting, budgeting, tenant retention, marketing, processing and planning. • Negotiation and execution of leases and lease renewals. • Maintain relationships with external stakeholders, tenants and contractors. • Leadership of the commercial property team Key Leasing Transactions: • Ben & Jerry's (Bondi Beach) • IGA Supermarket (St Ives) • Adriano Zumbo (Balmain) • Priscilla Model Agency (Potts Point) • The Wolf & The Honeybee Cafe (Newtown) • Nandos (St Ives) • Chop Shop (Bondi Beach) • Ko Kitchen (Darlinghurst) • Sushi Train (Cremorne) • Dogue (Cremorne)