BURGESS RAWSON - Key Persons
Adam Thomas is Australia's preeminent childcare specialist, a reputation earned through the sale of more than 400 childcare centres nationally, with a book value of almost $2 billion.
Since joining the team in 2011, Adam's commitment to the sector has seen Burgess Rawson achieve the overwhelming majority market share of childcare property sales Australia-wide.
Operating from the Melbourne office for the past decade, where he most recently held the position of Head of Agency and Partner, Adam is now established in Brisbane, Australia's next Olympic city, where he is leading the rapid expansion of the Queensland team.
It's a seamless transition for Adam, with the flight of capital from Melbourne and Sydney clients into Queensland commercial properties at unprecedented levels. And like the frenetic growth seen in in Sydney in the lead up to the 2000 Olympic Games, the activity in the Brisbane and Gold Coast commercial property sectors, and those of the surrounding regions, is expected to accelerate in the decade ahead.
Andrew is one of Queensland's leading agents in the sale of commercial property concentrating on early education, fast food, medical and convenience retail investments.
Over the past year, Andrew transacted $400 million of commercial assets, adding to his extensive track record in the sale of non-discretionary retail and essential service style tenanted investments.
Fastidious in his approach, Andrew has established a reputation for leadership, expertise and creating a tailored and strategic marketing approach for his valued clients.
Prior to joining Burgess Rawson as a Partner, Andrew spent six years working at JLL specialising in retail investments. During that time, he successfully sold a range of investments on behalf of institutional and private clients demonstrating the breadth of his experience with properties ranging from $1 million to $50 million.
Having joined Burgess Rawson in 2018, Beau Coulter has established himself as a dynamic retail and industrial specialist, with a strategic focus on regional assets.
As project leader for a string of significant sales across Victoria, Tasmania and NSW, Beau's results speak for themselves, and when it comes to the sale or leasing of standalone and multi-tenanted commercial properties, he consistently sets himself apart.
Job Titles:
- Leasing Executive
- Retail Leasing Executive Bringing Several Years
Ben Luu joined us as Retail Leasing Executive bringing several years' experience across residential and commercial real estate.
Job Titles:
- National Marketing Manager
As a highly accomplished and reputable commercial real estate agent, Craig has extensive experience in the Queensland market. With a successful career spanning over nine years, Craig has established himself as a prominent figure in the industry, known for his exceptional market knowledge, strategic approach, and unwavering commitment to his clients.
Specialising in regional commercial property investments, Craig has a keen eye for identifying lucrative opportunities and delivering exceptional results for his clients. He possesses a deep understanding of the Queensland real estate landscape, having worked extensively across various cities and regions within the state.
Craig's expertise extends to a wide range of commercial real estate sectors, including retail, industrial and tyre and automotive, to name a few. His well-rounded knowledge allows him to provide comprehensive guidance and personalised solutions, ensuring clients make informed decisions and maximise their returns on investment.
Craig believes in building long-term relationships with his clients, going above and beyond to understand their needs and deliver tailored solutions that align with their investment objectives. His professionalism, integrity, and genuine care for his clients' best interests have made him a trusted advisor in the field.
Darren has 27 years' experience at Burgess Rawson with a focus on eastern seaboard investments.
He has headed divestment programs for top 100 ASX-listed companies including the major banks and national supermarket chains. In addition, he has acted for private investors across retail, industrial, commercial, hotels & leisure and other specialised premises.
Darren has provided advice and transacted property in each of Australia's states and territories, is a qualified valuer and a member of the Australian Property Institute (API). Darren is a shareholder and partner of Burgess Rawson.
Dean is a property veteran with more than 40 years' experience in the real estate industry.
Initially commencing his career in property management of a diverse range of retail, commercial and industrial properties, he expanded his knowledge and experience in the sector and now specialises in sales of investment properties to private and institutional investors, often selling office and retail investments ranging from $10 - 50 million in value.
Dean regularly advises clients on sale and leaseback campaigns that maximise sale returns and maintain profitability of the ongoing business and is renowned for delivering excellent client service.
Guy comes to the Burgess Rawson brand with extensive experience in commercial sales, leasing and project marketing in the Canberra Region having delivered large commercial projects.
Selling property in a major city is one thing. But actually caring about how those properties are contributing to a vision for that city's future is the true mark of an agent who's in the industry for much more than just deals. And that's our managing director Guy Randell - the REIACT's 2019 Commercial Salesperson of the Year and Property Project Marketer of the Year.
With more than 25 years working across both the public and private sectors, Guy is one of the Australian Capital Territory's foremost property experts and his extensive experience in commercial sales, leasing and project marketing make him the go-to for vendors and investors alike. However, it's his active involvement in precinct design, retail profiling, development master planning and occupancy fitouts to ensure they positively influence Canberra's shape that truly set him apart. Guy is engaged exclusively by developers and property owners to generate the best possible returns on their investments, and sets the bar equally high for every member of our Canberra team.
Commercial property agencies are built through the work of many hands, but it's fair to say Burgess Rawson owes a great deal of its recent success to the leadership to Ingrid.
Few agents anywhere in the industry are regarded as highly as Ingrid, both as a passionate property professional, and also as a beacon for women in real estate.
Trained under our founding partners before rising to head up Burgess Rawson's Property Management department, in 2016 she was the unanimous choice to take our agency forward as Chief Financial Officer, then Managing Director in 2018 and now Chief Executive Officer in 2021. Our growth nationally in the ensuing years speaks to the strength and vision of her leadership.
In 2017 Ingrid began implementing her plan to strengthen the ties between our firms in five states, revolutionising the way we do business and creating a truly united, national approach. It was this platform that has allowed Burgess Rawson to prosper into Australia's leading privately-owned commercial agency.
A trusted advisor and confidant to everyone from our most senior agents to our youngest and new staff members, Ingrid is recognised amongst Australia's top-performing women in the real estate industry, and in 2020 was named Principal of the Year, winning the Overall Excellence Award in the REB Women in Real Estate Awards. In 2016 she was very deservedly named as a Telstra Businesswoman of the Year finalist.
Ingrid's passion for excellence means she's just as involved in the day-to-day work within our growing firm as she is in making the big decisions that shape Burgess Rawson's future.
Job Titles:
- Sales and Leasing Associate
Job Titles:
- Sales & Leasing Executive
Job Titles:
- Sales & Leasing Executive
Born and bred in Townsville, Michael is a highly recognised and well-regarded local agent within the community.
With extensive skills in both sales and leasing, Michael is a fully qualified all-rounder with an impressive track record in obtaining the best possible outcomes for his clients.
Prior to joining Burgess Rawson, Michael ran his own successful businesses for over 10 years, establishing strong, long-term relationships with key stakeholders in the property industry.
Michael's in-depth knowledge of the North Queensland property market has placed him at the forefront of many notable transactions and developments over the years.
As a regional expert, Michael also has broad experience across multiple asset classes including retail, fast food, convenience retail, medical, liquor and industrial properties.
Michael hails from a rich family history spanning some 60 years and has inherited the drive and dedication that were instrumental in contributing to the booming progress of North Queensland.
As a previous Townsville Mayor, Michael's popular grandfather, Max Hooper was renowned for procuring phenomenal growth for the area. Max secured key funding for major iconic projects including the Great Barrier Reef aquarium, which is now the world's largest living coral reef aquarium. He was also involved in a number of landmark residential and industrial subdivisions in Townsville and Magnetic island.
Michael has embraced the family tradition of excellence with perseverance and commitment, which continues to reward his clients with outstanding results.
Neville is one of North Queensland's most trusted and accomplished commercial property agents, with extensive experience across all facets of Commercial & Industrial Sales and Leasing including office, medical, retail, fast food, large format retail, industrial warehousing and distribution, development land and hotels.
His depth of property knowledge extends the entire length of Queensland's east coast, from Brisbane to Cairns including Rockhampton, Mackay and Townsville, underpinned by long-term, valued relationships with clients across Australia.
Neville's passion for the industry ensures he remains true to his grass roots, where establishing relationships with all businesses, large and small, has seen him develop a major network of repeat buyers, helping them achieve their property growth aspirations.
Since commencing his property career in 2003 he has consistently achieved record results in the region, including Castlerock's $145 million portfolio acquisitions in Mackay and Townsville - recognised as one of the largest office transactions ever achieved outside of Brisbane. Neville's career has notably included the successful negotiation of various large-scale leases, including the delivery of the new Dairy Farmers (now Bega) North Queensland Distribution Centre in Townsville.
Prior to joining Burgess Rawson, Neville led the Sales & Leasing division at Colliers Townsville. Neville's experience in the property industry also includes working within a private Queensland-based property development firm (2012-2015), exposing him to various land development, residential and commercial projects across the state.
Stacey is a highly experienced Operations Manager with a 12 year career specialising in senior operations roles, portfolio auction campaigns, and investment analysis.
Job Titles:
- Senior Sales & Leasing Executive