Our managing director and principals have a deep sense of responsibility to the growth and wellbeing of our people. As an agency, we're passionate about our team. Overall, leadership that prioritises high performance and empowers personal growth can be a driving force in a successful and fulfilling work environment. It sets the tone for the organisation's culture and can lead to increased productivity, employee satisfaction, and long-term success.
Our Franchise Principal team are a select group of the region's best business minds, with a wealth of experience at the cutting edge of the property industry. As a close-knit team, we regularly share ideas and ensure consistency across the group. It's all for the best possible client experience—across every interaction—from any of our locations.
At Blackshaw, everyone has someone to look up to. It’s not surprising when two, three, even four decades of experience backs the advice. Or for agent recognition to reach across the region, state, and even the nation.
Strong leadership drives a secure, powerful culture of team work, professional and personal development, and equality
Andrew is the Managing Director of the Blackshaw group.
Andrew’s focus on people is refreshing and unique in our industry. It’s shaped his approach and attention to detail during his three decades working with Blackshaw, and ultimately, his success.
As Managing Director, Andrew handcrafts the guidance, recruitment, strategy and business development across the group. His motivation is driven by the client’s best possible experience
Belinda is the Managing Principal of Blackshaw Corporate. Belinda commenced her career with Blackshaw in 1994 and has a sound command of all internal operations of agency practice. Her genuine passion for the industry dates back to her early days as a work experience student. Since then, her career path has encompassed a diversity of roles, garnering expertise in customer service, marketing, sales support, property management, account management, HR and team management. These insights have become the foundation on which she’s built a prosperous management career, focused on a corporate culture that values staff morale, professional development and genuine teamwork.
“Your smile is your logo, your personality is your business card, how you leave others feeling after an experience with you becomes your trademark.”– Jay Denzie
Esther is responsible for the operational energy and day-to-day positive vibe of the Blackshaw Belconnen team. Exceeding our client’s expectations is her #1 priority. Clients can rest assured that the sale, purchase and management of their largest financial assets will be a positive and supportive experience.
Matt's highly-tuned interpersonal skills, unwavering commitment to excellence and ability to ‘see outside the box’ allows him to support his teams and clients to achieve results that exceeds expectation. Matt has an enormous personal and professional network due, in-part, to his highly successful background as High Performance Manager with both Swimming Australia and Volleyball Australia spanning over 14 years. Matt's been part of the Blackshaw family since 2014, and co-opened Blackshaw Belconnen in 2018,
Pat is tremendously well respected as a leading property sales agent in the Batemans Bay area. Pat brought with her into the Blackshaw family detailed market knowledge of the Batemans Bay region and a prominent reputation for always going above and beyond for her clients. Her ability to build rapport with all those she meets, coupled with her desire to excel, and passionate work ethic, has seen Pat achieve top office sales figures for the past nineteen years running. Pat is a familiar and well-known face to the South Coast community. Pat’s natural connection with people and can-do attitude stem from her prior decade-long career of managing the renowned and award-winning restaurant, Jameson’s On The Pier.
Honesty, integrity and over 20 years of customer service, as the owner of Blackshaw Gungahlin, Rebecca is unrivalled when it comes to work ethic, drive and passion for the real estate sector. No stone goes unturned, Rebecca is supportive and conscientious with her team and clients and welcomes them in as family. An extreme level of importance goes into ensuring their business is treated with the utmost care. Rebecca delivers uncompromising quality coupled with warmth, building positive, genuine, and long term professional relationships that last.
Canberra born and raised, Michael's solidarity to the local community is unwavering, as is his love of helping people. Opened in 2003, his locally owned and family-run agency – Blackshaw Gungahlin – has forged a reputation across the northern Canberra suburbs for expertise, quality and exceptional customer service where you'll often hear clients and staff say that they're treated like family. Always aiming to show generosity – whether by giving back or with his time and advice – Michael strives to do what's best for his team, clients and their future. Without question, with Michael, you get a highly skilled, utterly professional and genuine agent that ensures his team and clients, and the local community, are better off as a result of his efforts.
Michael's mantra is a winner: "We only benefit when our client's benefit. Make sure you help people and exceed their expectations".
Energy, experience and heart – that’s what you can expect from Alex. Since starting in real estate in 1998, Alex has been at the forefront of our industry by keenly focusing on the customer experience. And it shows – with many prestigious awards behind her name at both a local and national level. Alex has led her own passionate and dedicated team to success since 2006. Known for her no-fuss approach, she ensures that her team and clients are happy, and receive her full attention. Alex’s excellent knowledge of the Canberra and Queanbeyan market is second-to-none.
Sean's spent most of his life in the Weston Creek area, providing him with unsurpassed knowledge of the region in which he specialises and operates. With over 20 years experience in customer service, Sean is committed to providing a personal and professional experience for his team and their clients with an energy and drive that is sure to motivate everyone around him.
Sean's attention to detail is impressive with the aim to facilitate a smooth stress-free experience that is rewarding for all. Always approachable and available, Sean is an admirable and supportive leader, known to prioritise their needs and motivate for the best possible results.
Robert is a career real estate agent having worked in the busy Canberra marketplace since the age of 18. Since then he has achieved exceptional sales results, built two successful teams, and reached extraordinary heights in sales. Communication and rapport are Robert's strengths. Colleagues and staff find Robert very approachable and sincere. A vendor can count on honest, regular feedback and advice during the sales process. Robert’s reputation of remaining calm under pressure has a forward effect to naturally nervous individuals.
Rick has 19 years of experience in the Canberra market and a lifetime connection to the Tuggeranong Valley. With this first-rate local knowledge, Rick is an invaluable asset to his team. Rick's high level of skill and in-depth industry experience ensure he will always exceed expectations. Regarded as professional, consistent, proficient and dedicated, Rick represents his team and clients with the utmost level of trust and integrity. His philosophy is 'customers for life, earned through trust, dedication and professionalism.' Having over eight years' experience in a management role, recently as General Manager with one of Canberra's largest real estate companies, Rick is able to provide a full and unmatched real estate experience.
27 Bougainville Street
Manuka
ACT 2603
