Our People
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Steve Buxton |
Steve holds a Bachelor of Business Degree (Monash) and a Post Grad Degree in Property (RMIT) and has been involved in the property development industry for around 18 years across all sectors. Steve's family have been involved in property development and real estate in Melbourne since 1861. His career prior to Hamton and Bdp included:
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Paul Hameister |
Paul is an ex-lawyer (Freehills) and ex-investment banker (Macquarie Bank), who has spent the last 11 years working in the property development industry, including several years as General Manager of Capital & Acquisitions at MAB Corporation, a private property developer with annual sales of around $200mpa. In his role with MAB, Paul was responsible for:
He was also Executive Chairman of MAB Funds Management. Paul is currently Co-Chairman of the National Board of the Financial Management Association of Australia (FMAA). |
Development Management & Delivery Team | |
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Chris Szworak |
Chris holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) (Monash) and has over 15 years of experience in construction, project delivery and development management both in Australia and overseas. He is currently responsible for Hamton's apartment division and oversees developments including Society South Yarra, mgv, The Rathdowne and 410 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne. |
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Matt Malseed |
Matt holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) and a Bachelor of Business. Prior to joining Hamton in October 2004, he spent time with an engineering and surveying consultancy (KBA Engineers), and had considerable project management experience at CMR Consultants notably working on the $150m Knox City Shopping Centre redevelopment. Matt is responsible for the Townhouse Division at Hamton and for townhouse site acquisition in conjunction with the Joint Managing Directors. |
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Jacqueline D'Apice |
Jacqueline holds a Bachelor of Business (Property) and has worked in the property industry in Australia and overseas. She has experience in commercial real estate, property fund management and property development including her role as development manager on one of Melbourne's largest masterplanned communities. Jacqueline is currently the Development Manager responsible for Society and 410 Elizabeth Street. |
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Alistair Birch |
Alistair holds a Diploma of Building at RMIT, graduating top of his class. He brings 5 years property experience to Hamton, which includes time spent with one of Melbourne's largest residential builders, coordinating documentation delivery. He also has experience in residential sales and management, working with two high profile eastern suburbs agents. Alistair assists the Director of the Townhouses Division. |
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George Opoczynski |
George has a degree in Economics (ANU) and Building and Construction Management (Melb Uni). Prior to Hamton, he spent over 20 years working as both a Domestic and Commercial Builder and was heavily involved in representing the construction industry as a past Director of the Master Builders Association (ACT) as well as Council representative for the HIA (ACT). George was also in an advisory capacity on the formation of the Building Code of Australia and Government committees on Housing strategy for the future. George is responsible for supervising the construction of Society South Yarra. |
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Scott Ginnivan |
Scott holds a Bachelor of Business Marketing (RMIT) and a Master of Property & Construction (University of Melbourne). Scott has Sales & Marketing and Development experience from several leading Melbourne developers and is currently working on projects with a gross realisation of over $500m. Scott also has a strong background in site acquisition. |
Sales & Marketing Team | |
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Cameron Yates |
Cam is responsible for co-ordinating Hamton's product sales campaigns. Prior to joining Hamton, Cam spent 7 years running commercial office sales for Asian Pacific Building Corporation (including Kew Junction Tower, The Jewel, Toorak Corporate, Exchange Tower and St Kilda Rd Towers - total of around $300m in sales) and has an exceptional network of investors. His 23 years in the property industry include periods in both residential and commercial sales roles, including founding director/ officer in effective control of both Wilson Pride (Brighton) Pty Ltd and Melbourne Commercial Office Sales and Leasing Pty Ltd. |
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Sarah Halkyard |
Sarah holds a Bachelor of Business (Property) (RMIT) and is currently studying a Master of Commerce (Marketing Major) (RMIT). Prior to Hamton she was an Assistant Development Manager at MAB Corporation. Sarah joined Hamton in May 2006 and is responsible for managing the Marketing, Public Relations, Communications, Events and Advertising for all Hamton projects. |
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Amanda Roper |
Amanda comes to Hamton from CB Richard Ellis with experience in the property development industry. She has filled a newly created position which sees her take care of all purchaser requirements, ensuring their purchasing experience with Hamton is a pleasant one. Amanda also coordinates the Hamton database and is responsible for company communications. |
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Nicole Wiseman Manager - Real Estate |
Nicole heads up the Hamton Real Estate Services team. With over 10 years of specialist experience in the industry, Nicole is able to achieve outstanding results for her clients in both strong and difficult markets in a number of different areas of Melbourne. Nicole is a member of the REIV and is currently completing her Full Real Estate License. |
Finance & Administration Team | |
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Steve Abonyi |
Steve is a Chartered Accountant and holds a Post Grad Degree in Property (RMIT). He has over 10 years experience in the property industry with over 6 years at Stockland as Finance Manager Victoria. Steve is responsible for Hamton's finance function including group, project and JV reporting, compliance and debt & equity funding. He also overseas Hamton Real Estate Services and Hamton Infrastructure. |
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Nicole Hughes |
Nicole holds a Bachelor of Business (Swinburne), majoring in International Business and Management. Nicole uses 3 years of finance administration experience to assist the Finance Manager with regard to Project and Director Finances. |
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Athanasia Corso Company Finance Assistant |
Athanasia has 8 years experience in bookkeeping including running her own bookkeeping business managing accounts for small business owners. Athanasia is currently studying towards an Accounting Degree and assists the Finance Manager in looking after the company finances at Hamton. |
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Sally Irons |
Sally is Executive Assistant to Paul Hameister and Steve Buxton as well as taking care of all facets of office management. Her background prior to Hamton includes over 10 years with an office administration focus, with a strong emphasis on accounting and customer service. Sally is currently studying HR at Swinburne. |
