ZENITH REAL ESTATE - Key Persons


Charlie Bear

Job Titles:
  • Barketing Manager
The always happy Charlie is Zenith's resident Scrap-Moocher. He can usually be found giving the most un-ashamed puppy dog eyes and snuggling up in his bed. Charlie takes his responsibilities at Zenith seriously with his paw-some spirit helping to relieve stress around the office and keeping everyone calm and happy. 100% pure doggo goodness.

Daniel Opalka

Job Titles:
  • Sales Executive
Daniel loves the satisfaction he gets when connecting buyers with sellers. Daniels vast experience means he guides his clients through the buying or selling of property effortlessly. He understands that buying a home is the largest single purchase for most people and it can be an emotional roller coaster. Daniel ensures that the transaction for both the buyer and seller is stress free and seamless. Always happy to have a chat, Daniel can offer you insights into his intimate, all-round property knowledge. At First National Zenith, Daniel has been able to diversify his talents to a larger number of suburbs than he ever has before, a workplace challenge he has relished. On his off time Daniel has a passion for going to the gym, hiking, travelling the world and being spoiled by Melbourne's fine food scene. For professional up to date advice, please contact Daniel Opalka.

David van den Bovenkamp - Managing Director

Job Titles:
  • Managing Director
  • Managing Director of Zenith First National
Managing Director | First National Real Estate Zenith As the Managing Director of Zenith First National, David leads our Ringwood office with passion and enthusiasm and is involved in the marketing and communication process of each property to ensure complete customer satisfaction at all levels. Although previously working as a Civil Engineer in a past life, David has since firmly established himself as one of the top achievers in the real estate industry, with numerous accolades to his name. David's honest and understanding nature, coupled with his desire to find solutions, enables him to provide extraordinary service to clients and ensures they feel secure throughout the process of finding their new home or investment solution. Prior to founding First National Zenith, David has had a long history in Maroondah and has a wealth of experience in all aspects of property from helping local families and international companies through their real estate transactions. These valuable insights into the international real estate marketplace combined with local knowledge ensure all his clients achieve success. In his spare time, David enjoys heading to the football, spending time with family and relaxing with a coffee at a local café. What David's clients are saying GREAT AGENT David was easy to deal with, positive, polite and very open. He was patient and supportive with my indecision and hesitance and never pushy. He was constantly ensuring that I was happy with each step and communicated regularly. He has also been proactive in helping me look for a new property even after the sale of my home. I would, and have been, recommending David to anyone looking for an honest voice in real estate. I feel fortunate that he was one of the agents I contacted in regards to selling my home. Merri Lewis The team at Zenith have exceeded our expectations each time we sell a property with them. Once could be luck or a fluke, but 3 times the team has gotten the best price possible, whilst being professional, friendly and with a can-do attitude. We will definitely be going with them when we sell our current house. Ray Having recently sold our second home with David, Gillian and I have no hesitation recommending him. He is warm, generous with his time, a man of integrity who takes a genuine interest. We have always been impressed with his attention to detail. Robert From the beginning my agent at Zenith First National Real Estate Ringwood has done nothing but impress me with their professionalism, commitment and work ethic. I have always felt as though I'm their only client and they quickly gained my trust. I've since decided to give management control of my entire portfolio to my agent with the knowledge that they would be in safe hands. My agent has been an excellent partner for me and I've been very happy with the outcomes they've been able to achieve. Steven

Juhan Kim

Job Titles:
  • Sales Executive
Introducing Juhan Kim: Your Trusted Real Estate Expert Experience exceptional service and unwavering commitment to your real estate needs with Juhan Kim. With a strong focus on client satisfaction, Juhan ensures that you feel supported every step of the way, providing regular updates on buyer engagement levels and campaign developments. With a wealth of experience in real estate sales, Juhan's expertise spans across both established residential properties and new developments. He possesses a remarkable skill for showcasing the lifestyle opportunities and growth potential of new projects. In addition, Juhan has an in-depth understanding of the sought-after neighborhoods surrounding Melbourne. By implementing proven marketing strategies, he consistently exceeds price expectations through auctions or private sales. Fluent in Korean, English, and with a basic knowledge of Japanese and Chinese, Juhan offers invaluable advice and guidance to international clients navigating the local real estate market. His extensive network of contacts includes numerous former vendors who highly recommend Juhan for his professionalism, local market knowledge, and exceptional negotiation skills. "For me, making a real difference and guiding individuals and families through their real estate journey is an incredibly rewarding job," Juhan expresses. "By embracing diverse cultural backgrounds, I tailor my strategies to meet the unique needs of each client." With an MBA in his arsenal, Juhan leverages his specialist knowledge to provide insightful recommendations and expert advice to property investors. Choose Juhan Kim as your trusted partner in the real estate market, and let him exceed your expectations while delivering an exceptional real estate experience tailored to your specific needs.

Lauren Quek

Job Titles:
  • Office Manager
Lauren is the backbone to the office and supports our team behind the scenes. Her attention to detail, ensures every client is looked after and experiences world class service at every turn. When not working Lauren enjoys spending time with or family friends, playing with her dog or discovering new hobbies.

Melissa Hume

Job Titles:
  • Assistant
  • Property Manager