Senior Development Manager - Retail

• Sep 2018 - Present

Director Retail Valuation and Advisory

• Jul 2017 - Aug 2018

Valuation and advisory services specialising in the shopping centre and retail sector. Extensive experience in Valuation, Investment & Asset Management, Development Management and Leasing offering services on a single asset or total portfolio basis extending to;- Acquisitions, Disposal & due diligence- Asset valuations- Project feasibility and analysis- Development and Leasing Master Planning- Rent and Lease structure review- Strategic asset planning Valuation and advisory services specialising in the shopping centre and retail sector. Extensive experience in Valuation, Investment & Asset Management, Development Management and Leasing offering services on a single asset or total portfolio basis extending to;- Acquisitions, Disposal & due diligence- Asset valuations- Project feasibility and analysis- Development and Leasing Master Planning- Rent and Lease structure review- Strategic asset planning

Regional Retail Investment Manager

• May 2005 - Jun 2017

Initiated and delivered profitable projects within the NSW/ACT/QLD retail portfolio from inception to completion for global diversified Investment Corporation serving unit holders long-term investment responsibilities. KEY ACHIEVEMENTS★ Led and delivered master plan strategies for large and intensive portfolio, incorporating board approval phase, major tenant negotiations and leasing, and construction of first to market/leading levels of design.★ Stabilised leading shopping centre after complicated project delivery, successfully delivering marquee tenants to the retail mix and master planning future expansion.★ Successful opening of major retail expansions, commercial developments and complete major refurbishments on program and within tight budget constraints.LEADERSHIP► Major stakeholder management - multi level government, external consultants and retailers. ► Collaboration - Managed strategic outcomes with Regional Leasing Manager, Regional Property Manager and Fund Manager to drive profitable asset results. ► Cost control, budget and program management throughout complex project delivery. Set income and expense growth expectations for the portfolio commensurate with 5 – 10 year fund expectations. ►Develop and facilitate staff training systems. ASSET & INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT► Formulate and implement annual strategic asset plan and rolling 5 year plan, commensurate with fund hurdle rate and asset objectives. ► Grow underlying value and performance of shopping centres and associated properties in accordance with strategic intent.► Manage external quarterly valuation process in accordance with funds management hurdle rates and asset plan. Liaise with funds management on a regional portfolio basis. ► Deliver internal valuation and return quarterly forecasts for funds management in accordance with asset plan deliverables and fund hurdle rates. Prepare feasibility models to assess project viability.

Property Valuer

• Jun 2003 - Jun 2005

Valuation of investment property and development projects in retail and commercial sector for publicly listed independent property valuation and property consultancy firm with over 250 employees. Key stakeholders included investors, developers and lenders.KEY ACHIEVEMENTS★Extensive valuations of residential development, commercial and retail assets portfolio ranging from $1M to $500M. Full valuation of retail and commercial developments on a project feasibility basis, incorporating rental determination and UCV objections. ★Generated positive impact on the bottom line through identifying value add opportunities and expanding existing income through development and leasing opportunities.★Identified the strengths and weaknesses of an asset’s income stream through extensive review of rental budgets and budgeted operating costs. ★Improved assess project viability and valuation of commercial and retail property through the use of advanced cash flow analysis strategies and capitalisation of income.

Leasing Executive

• Jun 2001 - Jun 2003

Delivered optimal tenancy mix through effective retail leasing strategy, resulting in added value and maximised rental income for centres up to 84,000sqm and centre sales of up to $385 million. Diligent ‘right tenant for the right space’ identification through negotiating and influencing at the highest level. KEY ACHIEVEMENTS★Management and leadership of large centre portfolio, including development approval phase, retail planning and feasibility management for redevelopment of shopping centres in portfolio. ★Achieved budgeted income flow through maintaining 100% occupancy levels, identifying problem tenants and renewing all lease expires at maximum rentals prior to expiry date. ★Established strong professional relationships with national and local retailers, peers, colleagues, management and retailers. Delivered optimal outcomes for the asset and retailer, successfully balancing ongoing tenant relationships and required leasing objectives. ★Formulated retail planning strategies and implemented tenancy remixes and reconfigurations. Ongoing analysis and review of strategic 1-2 and 3-5 year plans, maximising income and value through ongoing sales and occupancy cost analysis and budget review and forecasting.

(Byvan) Leasing Executive

• Jun 2000 - Jun 2001

Leased and maintained lowest vacancy profile possible across portfolio of shopping centres including Anzac Square, City Plaza, Brassall Shopping Centre, Spring Hill Quarter and Sunland Shopping Centre. Formulated and presented leasing strategies, coordinated retail properties and managed issues and valuation ramifications. Leased and maintained lowest vacancy profile possible across portfolio of shopping centres including Anzac Square, City Plaza, Brassall Shopping Centre, Spring Hill Quarter and Sunland Shopping Centre. Formulated and presented leasing strategies, coordinated retail properties and managed issues and valuation ramifications.