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Jenna Adamson announced as CEO for Rod Drury’s family office (including 0to60)
Congratulations to Property Council Retail Committee member Jenna Adamson on her appointment to CEO of Rod Drury’s family office. As CEO of one of Australasia’s largest and most diverse private family offices, Jenna manages a comprehensive portfolio that includes property development, venture capital investments, philanthropic initiatives and technology ventures.
With over 15 years as a property lawyer and a deep understanding of PropTech, Jenna has been at the forefront of transforming the property sector across Australia and New Zealand. Her expertise in both law and emerging tech uniquely positions her to drive efficiencies, enhance decision-making, and unlock new opportunities in real estate through AI-driven solutions.
Jenna is a former Partner & AI Lead at leading New Zealand law firm – Wynn Williams – specialising in commercial and property law with a focus on property developments, portfolio management, leasing, sales and acquisitions and technology (including AI).
Congratulations Jenna!
Helen Ronald appointed as National Retail Assets Manager at Kiwi Property!
Kiwi Property are thrilled to have appointed one of their own, Helen Ronald, to the position of National Retail Assets Manager. Helen brings to the role more than a decade of shopping centre management on both sides of the Tasman, including the past six years with Kiwi Property leading the Sylvia Park team. Helen began as Sylvia Park’s Asset Manager before progressing to Sylvia Park Precinct Manager, overseeing the largest mixed-use precinct in Auckland.
With deep expertise in both retail and property, Helen will play a key role in enhancing their portfolio, supporting our retailers, and delivering exceptional value to our stakeholders. Newly appointed Property Council retail committee member Helen Ronald is now the National Retail Assets Manager at Kiwi Property.
Congratulations Helen!
Erxin Shang appointed Principal at Pacific Environments
Pacific Environments are thrilled to share that Erxin Shang is now a Principal with the team. Erxin is a multifaceted leader with a wide spectrum of projects spanning high end residential, medium density developments, retail/commercial, and retirement villages. Each project is designed with a holistic approach and a rigorous thought process, ensuring that the result exceeds client expectations.
“Working at Pacific Environments has given me the freedom to grow in diverse ways. We always support each other in a team environment and share experiences to expand our collective knowledge base. The diverse range of work within the office keeps us excited and provides us the opportunity to keep challenging ourselves to improve. Our emphasis on sustainability has also elevated my perspective on the way we occupy our environment, which in turns feeds back into our design process.”
Well done, Erxin.
Project Directors promoted at The Building Intelligence Group
Congratulations to Darragh O`Connor MNZIQS who has been promoted to Project Director.
Since starting with TBIG three years ago, Darragh has proved to be a vital asset to the Engineer to Contract service line, expertly managing multiple projects in the roles of Engineer to Contract and Engineer’s Representative.
“His exceptional contract management skills have consistently driven success across teams and initiatives, beyond which Darragh has played a vital role in shaping the culture of the office, fostering collaboration, and strengthening relationships with clients through his professionalism and dedication”, says Charles Brown, Project Director | Contract Management Lead.
Congrats again Darragh on this well-deserved achievement!
Congratulations to Timothy Schaeffers who has als been promoted to Project Director.
Tim has shown an impressive commitment through consistent performance as a senior lead in our Hawke’s Bay team. His contribution to the success of the work we’re doing has been recognised with this step into a new role.
“Tim has demonstrated a strong ability to steer and navigate projects and clients alike, not only from a technical perspective, but also with clear direction and leadership” says Stuart Lyons, Project Director | Hawke’s Bay Lead.
Well done on this outstanding achievement, Tim!
Dasha Kovalenko-Gormack joins Lowndes Jordan as Senior Associate
Lowndes Jordan is pleased to announce that Dasha Kovalenko-Gormack has joined the team as a Senior Associate.
Dasha is an experienced senior lawyer who provides clients with logical and concise legal advice across the areas of property, private client, and commercial law. Through her in-house legal experience in an international health group and one of New Zealand’s largest sporting organisations, she can identify legal problems for her clients quickly, as well as which area of law these problems relate to. Dasha also understands that client’s decisions may be influenced by the wider business as well as branding and optics and not just law, and from time to time, solutions to client’s problems may not just have to be legal, but also creative.
Congratulations Dasha.
Marisa Lorigan and Sam Lomax launch INC Group
Property Council Auckland Regional Committee Member Marisa Lorigan alongside Sam Lomax are thrilled to announce the launch of their new interior construction company, INC Group.
Sam and Marisa are leaders in construction who bring decades of project successes with their expertise in engagement, operations and delivery.
With a commitment to precision, sustainability, and methodical planning, they build not just interiors, but connections that last. They’re looking forward to sharing this new journey together and delivering world-class outcomes.
Congratulations Marisa and Sam on your new venture.
Craig Coote joins Southern Cross as Head of Portfolio
Southern Cross are thrilled to announce the appointment of Craig Coote as their new Head of Portfolio.
In his role, Craig will oversee the management of the national hospital portfolio and spearhead the modernisation of their core assets. His appointment is a pivotal step in the development of Southern Cross’s in-house property team.
Congratulations, Craig.
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