The White Report | September 2023 Spring edition | Page 8

Congratulations to our auctioneering finalists

BY SHANNON COOK

Ray White Remuera strengthens its leadership team

BY CASSANDRA GLOVER
Ray White Remuera business owners Thomas Farmer , Megan Jaffe , and John Bowring .
L-R : Alec Brown , Greg Brydon and Robbie Smith .
Ray White was well represented at the Australasian Auctioneering Championships ( AUSTROS ) this year .
Ray White Canberra ’ s Alec Brown , Ray White Cheltenham ' s Greg Brydon and Ray White Unley | Colonel Light Gardens ' Robbie Smith . all qualified for the championships and faced off against eleven of the best auctioneers from across Australia and New Zealand . Each contestant gave it their all and showed the true spirit of auctioneering excellence .
While it was New Zealander Ned Allison from Grenadier Real Estate in Christchurch who took out the top award , our Ray White auctioneers made our group proud , with Alec making it through to the finals . The competition was electrifying and to have three of our best selected for the championships underlines our commitment to continuing Ray ’ s legacy as the leading auction agency in Australasia .
Alec Brown wowed the judges and made it through to the
8final five .
Ray White Remuera Principal Megan Jaffe has welcomed two new directors , with Thomas Farmer and John Bowring joining the leadership team .
Ray White Remuera has been the group ' s number one individual office internationally for nine consecutive years .
John is an award winning auctioneer and has led the auction business at Ray White Remuera for a number of years , while Thomas sits in our top six per cent of salespeople with a strong track record in the eastern suburbs as well as an intricate knowledge of property management .
Megan , the visionary behind the company ' s remarkable success , will continue to lead the team , ensuring consistent and strong leadership as they enter the next stage of expansion and throughout the years ahead .
“ Building upon our legacy , we have carefully selected two highly accomplished new partners , Thomas Farmer and John Bowring , who will join forces with me and the team to shape the future of our company ,” Megan said .
“ Together , we will drive innovation , enhance the client experience , and propel Ray White Remuera to even better service levels .
“ We are committed to fostering and empowering both our existing and upcoming leaders within Ray White Remuera as they embrace the future growth and professional opportunities we provide .”
Ray White New Zealand CEO Daniel Coulson congratulated Megan , Thomas and John on their new partnership .
“ Ray White Remuera has not only led the Ray White Group in terms of performance for a number of years , but is recognised as one of the industry leading agencies across New Zealand and Australia ,” he said .
“ What Megan has been able to achieve throughout her journey to this point is nothing short of remarkable . The addition of Thomas and John to the business marks the next stage in the journey of Ray White Remuera .
“ With the addition of Thomas and John as directors in the business , Ray White Remuera will be able to capitalise on further growth opportunities and ultimately deliver even stronger results for their clients alongside Megan ' s continued leadership .
“ Both are recognised in their respective fields for their dedication to outcomes for their clients , Thomas and John ' s deep connection to the team , community and wider Ray White network makes them both a natural fit for their move into business ownership .”