Paul Notaras, Shaun Hannah, Alastair Wright and Chris Packett (Founding Directors) established Altis Property Partners in 2008, which was acquired by Barings in August 2022.
Our People
Executive Directors
Shaun Hannah
Executive Director
Shaun Hannah
Executive Director
- Shaun Hannah serves as an Executive Director of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Shaun is one of the founders of Altis and has over 39 years of experience in real estate development and investment in both private and listed companies. His responsibilities include acquisitions of real estate, due diligence, implementation, delivery and strategy.
- Prior to establishing Altis in 2008, Shaun was a Director and Principal of ICA Property Group, a private real estate development and investment management company, where he was responsible for all real estate investments and development. Prior to this, he was the CEO of Real Estate Development at Valad Property Group, where he was responsible for the development of real estate in all sectors of Australia.
- Shaun is a Fellow of the Australian Property Institute.
Paul Notaras
Executive Director
Paul Notaras
Executive Director
- Paul Notaras serves as an Executive Director of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Paul is one of the founders of Altis and has over 36 years of experience in real estate investment, financing and funds management. His responsibilities include funds management, with an emphasis on capital raising, investor relations, acquisitions, portfolio construction and structuring.
- Prior to establishing Altis in 2008, Paul was the CEO of Funds Management at Valad Property Group, a Director and Principal of ICA Property Group, and a key executive in the establishment of GE Capital Real Estate in Australia, rising to the position of Managing Director for Australia. He holds a Bachelor of Economics from Macquarie University.
Alastair Wright
Head of APAC Real Estate
Alastair Wright
Head of APAC Real Estate
- Alastair Wright serves as the Head of APAC Real Estate for Barings. He is also an Executive Director of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Alastair is one of the founders of Altis and has over 26 years of experience in investment management, property, accounting and finance. His responsibilities include accounting, finance, cash management, fund reporting, risk management and compliance.
- Prior to establishing Altis in 2008, Alastair was the Fund Manager for the ICA Property Development Funds series at ICA Property Group and Valad. Prior to this, he held a variety of positions at Macquarie Bank and PricewaterhouseCoopers, including Funds Management, risk, compliance and audit.
- Alastair holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Toronto in Canada and is a Chartered Accountant.
Investment Management | Transactions & Analytics
Gareth Price
Director | Capital Transactions
Gareth Price
Director | Capital Transactions
- Gareth Price serves as the Director of Capital Transactions of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Gareth has over 30 years of experience in real estate investment, finance and economics. His responsibilities include assisting with real estate acquisitions and sales, capital financing, portfolio management and new business development.
- Prior to joining the firm, Gareth managed Siara Investments, a boutique real estate investment firm. Prior to this, Gareth was a Senior Executive for Valad Property Group.
- Gareth holds a Bachelor of Economics (Hons) from the University of Adelaide.
Neva Courts
Director | Melbourne Real Estate
Neva Courts
Director | Melbourne Real Estate
- Neva Courts serves as a Director, Melbourne Real Estate of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Neva has 25 years of direct real estate experience in capital transactions, investment management, leasing and asset management. She has expertise in the office, industrial, retail and residential property sectors across the listed and unlisted markets in Australia and New Zealand.
- Based in Melbourne, Neva is responsible for acquisitions and business development as well as overseeing the firm’s Victorian portfolio and team.
- Prior to joining the firm, Neva held roles including Senior Director, Capital Markets for CBRE and General Manager, Capital Transactions for Dexus.
- Neva holds a Bachelor of Business (Property) from RMIT University.
James King
Director | Investment Management
James King
Director | Investment Management
- James King serves as a Director, Investment Management of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- James has over 15 years of experience in funds management, capital raising, product development, transactions and impact investing. He is responsible for the primary functions of global capital raising, investor relations, and strategy product development.
- Prior to joining the firm, James was the Head of Investor Relations at Qualitas and the national transaction lead at Leighton Properties for residential and mixed-use investments.
- James holds a Bachelor of Business in Property Economics from the University of Western Sydney.
Anthony White
Senior Investment Manager | Capital Transactions
Anthony White
Senior Investment Manager | Capital Transactions
- Anthony White serves as a Senior Investment Manager, Capital Transactions of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Anthony has over 15 years of experience in real estate investment, analysis and research. He is responsible for financial modelling, research, analysis and funds management reporting for the firm.
- Prior to joining the firm, Anthony was a Senior Analyst at Valad and conducted economic research at Econtech and the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
- Anthony holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Hons) from Deakin University.Anthony holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Hons) from Deakin University.
Christopher Yoo
Manager | Capital Transactions
Christopher Yoo
Manager | Capital Transactions
- Christopher Yoo serves as a Manager, Capital Transactions of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Christopher has over 15 years of experience in real estate investment, finance and accounting. His responsibilities include capital transactions (acquisition and divestment), investment due diligence, financial analysis and investor reporting.
- With earlier employment as a Finance Manager and Investment Analyst, Christopher joined the firm in 2013.
- Christopher holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Sydney and a Master of Real Estate Investment from the University of Technology Sydney and is a Certified Practising Accountant (CPA).
Sam Reed
Manager | Capital Transactions
Sam Reed
Manager | Capital Transactions
- Sam Reed serves as the Manager, Capital Transactions for Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Sam has over 7 years of experience in the Australian real estate market, primarily focused on investments in industrial, commercial, and retail real estate. His responsibilities include capital transactions, investment due diligence, financial modelling and analysis and investor reporting.
- Prior to joining the firm, Sam was Capital Transactions Analyst at Primewest. Prior to that, he held transaction positions at LOGOS and Ernst & Young.
- Sam holds a Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance from the University of Western Australia as well as a Bachelor of Commerce (Economics and Finance) from Curtin University.
Luke Bryant
Director | Investment
Luke Bryant
Director | Investment
- Luke Bryant serves as an Investment Director of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Luke has over 11 years of experience in the real estate industry and a strong technical foundation, having worked in private equity real estate platforms, investment management, real estate advisory, and commercial agency capacities across the majority of asset classes. As a member of the investment management team, he is responsible for the investment in Bankstown Airport and Camden Airport.
- Prior to joining the firm, Luke advised financial institutions and corporations on strategic matters at one of Australia’s largest restructuring and real estate advisory firms. He began his professional career in commercial sales and leasing in the metropolitan markets of Sydney
- Luke holds a Bachelor of Property Economics from the University of Technology Sydney and a Master of Management from the University of Sydney.
Ben Dimsey
Investment Analyst | Capital Transactions
Ben Dimsey
Investment Analyst | Capital Transactions
- Ben Dimsey serves as an Investment Analyst, Capital Transactions for Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Ben has worked across both traditional and alternative real estate asset classes in Australia and the UK for more than 9 years. As a member of the Capital Transactions team, he is responsible for identifying and analysing opportunities as well as managing the due diligence process across multiple real estate classes. Ben previously spent 3 years in the Investment Management team working on a portfolio of real estate-backed operating companies.
- Prior to joining the firm, Ben worked for the London-based, pan-European logistics real estate firm Logicor. Ben began his career as a Capital Markets Analyst at JLL in Perth.
- Ben holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Curtin University of Technology and Graduate Diploma in Real Estate Valuation from Deakin University.
Anastasia Spiropoulos
Investment Analyst | Capital Transactions
Anastasia Spiropoulos
Investment Analyst | Capital Transactions
- Anastasia Spiropoulos serves as an Investment Analyst, Capital Transactions for Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Anastasia has over eight years of experience in the Australian and UK real estate markets, primarily focusing on investment in residential and mixed-use real estate, among other sectors. As an Investment Analyst in the Capital Transactions team, Anastasia’s role involves identifying and assessing acquisition opportunities across several property sectors.
- Prior to joining the firm, Anastasia previously held a number of valuation and advisory positions at JLL, most recently in London, where she was responsible for advising several social impact funds on their acquisitions of affordable and social housing in the UK. Prior to this, Anastasia undertook valuations of residential and mixed-use developments across Greater Sydney.
- Anastasia holds a Bachelor of Property Economics from the University of Technology Sydney. She is a Certified Practising Valuer with the Australian Property Institute (AAPI CPV) and a Registered Valuer with the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS).
Emily Yip
Investment Analyst | Capital Transactions
Emily Yip
Investment Analyst | Capital Transactions
- Emily Yip serves as an Investment Analyst, Capital Transactions of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Emily has a strong quantitative background and 5 years of experience in investment management for both listed equities and fixed income strategies as a quantitative analyst before transitioning to private real estate.
- Prior to joining the firm, Emily was an Investment Analyst at LaSalle Investment Management, where she was responsible for financial modelling and asset management of Australian real estate assets within the office and retail sectors. Emily has also worked at Colonial First State within their Global Multi-Asset Investments team and Macquarie Asset Management.
- Emily holds a double degree in the Bachelor of Actuarial Studies and Bachelor of Finance from the Australian National University along achieving a double major in both Capital Markets and Quantitative Finance.
Environment, Social and Governance (ESG)
Tamara Williams
Director | ESG
Tamara Williams
Director | ESG
- Tamara Williams serves as a Director, ESG of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Tamara has over 25 years of experience in real estate finance, investment banking, funds management and responsible investing. Her responsibilities include overseeing the firm’s ESG initiatives and ensuring that ESG is embedded in the company culture and incorporated into daily operations. She is also responsible for ensuring that the firm’s investments adhere to the ESG-related expectations from investors and stakeholders.
- Prior to joining the firm, Tamara was a Senior Executive at APN Funds Management where she focused on ESG strategy for their investments into Listed AREITs. Prior to this, she served as the Co-Head of Property Funds Management at Investec Bank (Australia) Limited and a Director at Westpac Institutional Bank. Tamara also founded and managed her own boutique property development and management business for several years.
- Tamara holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Melbourne, is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, has trained as a Chartered Accountant.
William Boag Taylor
ESG Analyst
William Boag Taylor
ESG Analyst
- William Boag Taylor serves as an ESG Analyst of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- William has over 3 years of experience in ESG and responsible investment. He is concentrated on developing and implementing the ESG strategy for the firm and its investment portfolios. He collaborates closely with all business units to implement and coordinate ESG initiatives.
- Prior to joining the firm, William was a Management Consultant at KPMG before moving to ISS ESG, where he analyzed the ESG performance of global equities on behalf of institutional investors. This experience has provided William with a nuanced comprehension of all ESG topics and stakeholder requirements, including those of institutional investors.
- William holds a Bachelor of Economics with a major in Corporate Sustainability from the Australian National University.
Development Management
Trent Watkins
Director | Development
Trent Watkins
Director | Development
- Trent Watkins serves as a Director, Development of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Trent has over 20 years of experience in management, leasing, development and re-positioning of commercial, retail and industrial real estate as well as tenant advisory. His responsibilities include a variety of development and redevelopment activities across the commercial, retail, and industrial asset classes.
- Prior to joining the firm, Trent was a Senior Portfolio Manager for Macarthur Cook and an Asset Manager for Fortius Funds Management.
- Trent holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Land Economy and a Graduate Diploma in Applied Finance and Investment from the University of Western Sydney and is a Licensed Real Estate Agent.
Stephen O’Connor
Project Director
Stephen O’Connor
Project Director
- Stephen O’Connor serves as a Project Director for Development Management of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Stephen has over 16 years of experience in commercial and industrial property acquisition, planning, development, and asset management in both Australia and North America. His responsibilities include acquisition, planning and development of Industrial Projects in Western Sydney and Western Australia. Prior to joining the firm, Stephen was an Associate Director of Asset Services at CBRE. Stephen holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Property Economics) from the University of Technology Sydney.
Joseph Ajaka
Project Director
Joseph Ajaka
Project Director
- Joseph Ajaka serves as a Project Director for Development Management of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Joseph has over 13 years of experience in industrial and commercial real estate. His responsibilities have spanned across development management, transactions and valuations, and is responsible for the development of Bankstown Airport and Camden Airport.
- Prior to joining the firm, Joseph held positions at GPT Group where he was responsible for the development of Western Sydney industrial land holdings and industrial land acquisition across Australia’s eastern seaboard. He also served as a Valuer at CB Richard Ellis.
- Joseph holds a Bachelor of Property Economics (Hons) from the University of Technology Sydney.
Janice Saw
Development Manager
Janice Saw
Development Manager
- Janice Saw serves as a Development Manager of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Janice has over 15 years of experience in construction engineering, mining, education, and retail throughout Australia and New Zealand, and she has been exposed to the retail property sector since 2016. Her responsibilities include the development of assets at Bankstown and Camden Airports as well as overseeing the Asset Management team’s complex project management and redevelopment efforts.
- Prior to joining the firm, Janice worked for Hennes & Mauritz (H&M) Group, The University of Sydney, Parsons Brinckerhoff, Golder Associates, and Rio Tinto, where she focused on Project Engineering, Construction, and Project Management.
- Janice holds a Bachelor of Civil & Construction Engineering (Hons) from Curtin University, a Diploma in Project Management, and a Certificate IV in Competitive Manufacturing.
Sam Salteri
Development Manager
Sam Salteri
Development Manager
- Sam Salteri serves as a Development Manager of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Sam’s responsibilities include the development of industrial estates at Bankstown Airport and First Estate, as well as sustainability-related initiatives.
- Prior to joining the firm, Sam was a Valuations Analyst for KPMG and as Design Coordinator for SMEC on the Metro Northwest Project.
- Sam holds a Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Hons) with a major in Environmental Engineering, a Bachelor of Project Management from the University of Sydney and is currently pursuing a Master of Property Development at the University of Technology Sydney.
Philip Grech
Development Manager
Philip Grech
Development Manager
- Philip Grech serves as a Development Manager of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Philip has over a decade of experience in the real estate industry, with expertise in the property and facilities management of commercial assets and end-to-end development management across multiple asset classes. His responsibilities include the delivery of industrial assets across the eastern seaboard.
- Prior to joining the firm, Philip was a Development Manager at Fitzpatrick Investments, where he was responsible for carriage of the entire development process from inception to completion. Working across residential, commercial and industrial projects, his primary responsibility was the design and development of large format industrial facilities as part of a wider logistics estate.
- Philip holds a Bachelor of Property Economics from University of Technology Sydney.
Aston Weber
Development Manager
Aston Weber
Development Manager
- Working in the property and construction industry for 8 years, Aston has experience in delivery of large-scale construction projects and end to end development management experience across multiple asset classes.
- Aston Weber serves as a Development Manager of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Aston has over 10 years of experience in delivery of large-scale construction projects and end-to-end development management experience across multiple asset classes. His responsibilities include acquisition, planning and development of multiple projects across the development pipeline, with an emphasis on the commercial aspects of the firm’s development opportunities.
- Prior to joining the firm, Aston held positions at Built Development where he was responsible for the end-to-end delivery of a broad range of development across Sydney and Melbourne. Aston commenced his career in the front-end delivery of major construction projects for a tier 1 construction contractor.
- Aston holds a Bachelor of Construction Management and Property from University of New South Wales.
Hilary Apitz
Development Manager
Hilary Apitz
Development Manager
- Hilary Apitz serves as a Development Manager of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Hilary has over 8 years of real estate experience, primarily in residential and mixed-use property development. Her responsibilities include managing the delivery of residential projects in Zetland, St Leonards and Castle Hill, as well as assisting in securing additional sites.
- Prior to joining the firm, Hilary was an Assistant Development Manager for Mirvac Residential, where she contributed to the delivery of three stages within the AU$8 billion Green Square masterplan, including 800 residential apartments and 5,000sqm of retail.
- Hilary holds a Bachelor of Property Economics from The University of Technology Sydney.
David Lousick
Development Manager
David Lousick
Development Manager
- David Lousick serves as a Development Manager of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- David has over 10 years of experience in the property industry, spanning positions in urban planning and development management. He is responsible for acquisition assessment and delivery of industrial and mixed-use developments.
- Prior to joining the firm, David was a Development Manager for Aliro and was responsible for the end-to-end delivery of industrial and mixed-use assets across the Australian Eastern Seaboard. Prior to that, David held a variety of urban planning positions in local and state government and consultancy.
- David holds a Bachelor of Planning from Macquarie University, as well as a Diploma of Architectural Technology.
David Simpson
Development Manager
David Simpson
Development Manager
- David Simpson serves as a Development Manager of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- David has over 11 years of experience in managing a variety of residential, commercial, retail, and hotel projects for institutional and private developers. His responsibilities include the delivery of the Victorian residential portfolio, which includes Queens Road and High Street in Preston, as well as assisting in securing additional residential and mixed-use sites.
- Prior to joining the firm, David was a Development Manager for Franze Developments, where he contributed to the delivery of the AU$250 million Geelong Quarter mixed use development, which included 125 residential apartments and a 180-room Holiday Inn & Suites Hotel.
- David holds a Bachelor of Architecture from Deakin University and a Master of Urban Development and Sustainability from Bond University.
Hugo Hannah
Development Manager
Hugo Hannah
Development Manager
- Hugo Hannah serves as a Development Manager of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Hugo has over 7 years of experience in Australian real estate in analysis, transactions and development. His responsibilities include industrial planning and development, transactions and initiating purchaser and tenant enquiries across the firm’s portfolios.
- He began his career as an Analyst at Knight Frank before working for Colliers International, where he specialised in the sale and leasing of industrial property.
- Hugo holds a Bachelor of Property Economics from the University of Technology Sydney and is a Licensed Real Estate Agent. He is also pursuing a Master of Applied Finance with a major in Investment Analysis.
Lindsay Hunter
Assistant
Lindsay Hunter
Assistant
- Lindsay Hunter serves as an Assistant for the Development Team of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Lindsay worked in account management for leading publishing, digital communications, and branding agencies for 13 years in London. She collaborated with clients to comprehend their goals, briefed the design teams, and ensured the project was completed on schedule and within budget. She is new to the real estate industry but aims to put her organizational and innovative abilities to good use by providing support and consistency to the firm as it continues to expand.
- Lindsay holds a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) degree in Graphic Design from Nottingham Trent University.
Asset Management
Tammy Callaghan
Director | Asset Management
Tammy Callaghan
Director | Asset Management
- Tammy Callaghan serves as the Director of Asset Management of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Tammy has over 25 years of experience in commercial and industrial real estate in Australia and the UK. Her responsibilities include leading the asset management team and implementing asset strategies, leasing, and its operation.
- Her career includes positions in leasing, sales, asset management, and tenant advisory. Prior to joining the firm, Tammy held positions in Jones Lang LaSalle, ING Real Estate, and Goodman.
- Tammy is passionate about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) and has recently joined the Barings Asia Pacific DEI group.
- Tammy holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Management, an Associate Diploma in Business (Valuation), and is a Licensed Real Estate Agent.
Andrew Miller
Asset Manager
Andrew Miller
Asset Manager
- Andrew Miller serves as an Asset Manager of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Andrew has over 15 years of experience in the real estate industry in Australia, including advisory, agency, and property and asset management. Andrew specializes in the Australian Build to Rent sector with responsibilities including asset and portfolio management for a national residential portfolio and associated Essential Worker Housing Strategy in partnership with Aware Real Estate.
- Prior to joining the firm, Andrew worked for Ernst & Young’s real estate advisory services team, where he was involved in a variety of private and government sector client engagements.
- Andrew holds a Bachelor of Property Economics and a Master of Applied Finance from the University of Technology Sydney. He is also a member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and a Licensed Real Estate Agent in New South Wales and Victoria.
Kimberley Paterson
Asset Manager
Kimberley Paterson
Asset Manager
- Kimberley Paterson serves as an Asset Manager of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Kimberley has over 15 years of experience in commercial real estate with expertise in office leasing, property research, and the flexible workspace sector, and having worked in the property markets of Melbourne, London, and Auckland. Her responsibilities include asset management and leasing strategies for the firm’s commercial portfolio in Victoria.
- Prior to joining the firm, Kimberley worked closely with institutional and private clients as Senior Manager in the office leasing team at CBRE.
- In 2020, Kimberley received the Australian Achievement award from the Real Estate Institute of Australia and is a Licensed Real Estate Agent.
Rosie Van Epen
Asset Manager
Rosie Van Epen
Asset Manager
- Rosie Van Epen serves as an Asset Manager of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Rosie has over 11 years of experience in funds and asset management across retail, commercial and industrial properties. Her role at the firm began with a focus on Large Format Retail as Asset Manager, implementing portfolio-wide management, leasing, value-add planning, capital expenditure, and redevelopment strategies.
- As part of our Essential Worker Affordable Housing Strategy and in partnership with investor Aware Real Estate, Rosie specializes in residential real estate with responsibilities including management of theEssential Worker Program and expanding national portfolio of over 500 apartments. As well as management of a pre-development retail asset in NSW.
- Prior to joining the firm, Rosie worked for Denison Funds Management, where she managed a national diversified portfolio of office, retail, and industrial assets and performed fund analysis and market reporting.
- Rosie holds a Master in Property Development from the University of Technology Sydney, a postgraduate Diploma in Property Development and Planning from the University of Technology Sydney, and an Advanced Diploma in Property Valuation from TAFE Ultimo.
Esther Gachuhi
Asset Manager
Esther Gachuhi
Asset Manager
- Esther Gachuhi serves as an Asset Manager of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Esther has worked with developers, property and fund administrators, councils, and universities for more than 6 years. Her responsibilities include managing the expanding national portfolio of residential apartments as part of our Essential Worker Housing Strategy in partnership with Aware Real Estate. As well as management of industrial assets in NSW and WA, including Aware Real Estate’s First Estate.
- Esther holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Business Administration, a Master of Management from the University of Sydney, and a Master of Commerce (Property Investment and Development) from the University of Western Sydney.
Tom Ivanovski
Asset Manager
Tom Ivanovski
Asset Manager
- Tom Ivanovski serves as an Asset Manager of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Tom has over 20 years of experience in asset management, leasing, and property management across commercial office, retail, and industrial assets in Australia and the UK, working on both the landlord and tenant sides. His responsibilities include managing the strategy, performance, and leasing for 3 & 5 Rider Boulevard Rhodes, 6 & 7 Eden Park Drive, Macquarie Park and 207 Pacific Highway, St Leonards.
- Prior to joining the firm, Tom was General Manager and Asset Manager at Dexus, where he was responsible for the strategy, performance and management of prime grade commercial assets in the Sydney Central Business District and North Sydney. His experience included the management of both balance sheet assets and those held in unlisted vehicles, as well as externally co-owned assets, and he was responsible for fostering relationships with external investors.
- Tom holds a Master of Business in Finance and Bachelor of Applied Science in Land Economics from the University of Technology Sydney.
Ethan Lock
Asset Manager
Ethan Lock
Asset Manager
- Ethan Lock serves as an Asset Manager of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Ethan has over 10 years of experience in the property sector. He began his career as a tradesman and worked at various property firms before becoming a valuer. Ethan is responsible for the Asset Management of all stabalised industrial assets in NSW and QLD. His responsibilities include leasing, refurbishments, commercial and industrial asset management and contract management.
- Prior to joining the firm, Ethan was invited to consult for the Queensland Government by the Deputy Valuer-General. The Valuer-General, Director-General, and Minister of Natural Resources were briefed on Ethan’s unique land value analysis.
- Ethan holds a Bachelor of Property Economics and Development from University of Sunshine Coast and was the first recipient of the Advanced Property Economics International Travel Bursary, in addition to a Diploma of Financial Planning, Certificate 4 in Bookkeeping, and Certificate 4 in Accounting from Monarch Institute.
Finance, Accounting & Admin
Samantha Young
Director | Finance and Corporate
Samantha Young
Director | Finance and Corporate
- Samantha Young serves as the Director of Finance and Corporate of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Samantha has over 20 years of experience in finance and accounting in the listed and unlisted property industry, as well as in chartered accounting. Her responsibilities include accounting, finance, tax, risk management, compliance and operations.
- Prior to joining the firm, Samantha gained experience in finance and accounting at Valad Property Group, Ernst & Young and Arthur Andersen.
- Samantha holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Macquarie University and is a Chartered Accountant.
Maria Barresi
Senior Finance Manager
Maria Barresi
Senior Finance Manager
- Maria Barresi serves as the Senior Finance Manager of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Maria has over 25 years of finance and accounting experience in the listed and unlisted property industry. Her responsibilities include financial reporting, accounting, and auditing for both the AREEP series and the firm.
- Prior to joining the firm, Maria held financial and accounting positions at Knight Frank and Colonial First State Global Management.
Brooke Bourne
Senior Finance Manager
Brooke Bourne
Senior Finance Manager
- Brooke Bourne serves as a Senior Finance Manager of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Brooke has over 20 years of finance and accounting experience in funds management, property industry, and chartered accounting. Her responsibilities include financial reporting, accounting, and auditing for the AREEP series and the firm’s corporate entities, including Financial Services License compliance.
- Prior to joining the firm, Brooke held finance and accounting positions at London-based Knight Frank, Challenger and Schroders.
- Brooke holds a Bachelor of Business in Accounting and Finance from Swinburne University and is a Chartered Accountant.
Hadis Jalaee
Finance Manager
Hadis Jalaee
Finance Manager
- Hadis Jalaee serves as a Finance Manager of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Hadis has over 15 years of accounting and financial management experience in the property industry. Her responsibilities include cash management and transaction processing for the firm’s Funds, projects, mandates and the firm’s business.
- Prior to joining the firm, Hadis held accounting positions at Valad Property Group.
- Hadis holds a Bachelor of Business in Accounting from Australian Catholic University.
Stephanie O’Donovan
Accountant
Stephanie O’Donovan
Accountant
- Stephanie O’Donovan serves as an Accountant of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Stephanie has over 10 years of accounting and financial management experience. Her responsibilities include cash management of the firm’s funds and mandates.
- Prior to joining the firm, Stephanie worked in the financial services industry as Finance Officer in Sydney, Ireland and the UK.
- Stephanie holds a Bachelor of Business Studies in Management and Marketing and an Honors degree in Business Management from Munster Technological University, Ireland.
Matthew McDougall
Fund Accountant
Matthew McDougall
Fund Accountant
- Matthew McDougall serves as a Fund Accountant of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Matthew has over 10 years of finance and accounting experience in the listed and unlisted property industry as well as the financial services sector. His responsibilities include financial reporting, accounting, auditing and tax across the firm’s funds and the firm.
- Prior to joining the firm, Matthew held finance and accounting positions at Dexus, Alter Domus and Blackwall Limited.
- Matthew holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Macquarie University and is a Chartered Accountant.
Kathryn Willingham
Office Manager
Kathryn Willingham
Office Manager
- Kathryn Willingham serves as an Office Manager of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- Kathryn has over 35 years of office management and administration experience in the property industry as well as various roles as Executive Assistant to senior executives in the property industry. Her responsibilities include the organization and coordination of office procedures, policies, and operations.
- Prior to joining the firm, Kathryn worked for Valad Property Group, ICA Property Group and ADCO Constructions.
Ffion Crook
Office Management Assistant
Ffion Crook
Office Management Assistant
- Ffion Crook serves as an Office Management Assistant of Barings Real Estate Australia (formerly known as Altis Property Partners (Altis), which was acquired by Barings in 2022).
- After working in customer service and sales for 6 years, Ffion contributes to the team her exceptional organizational skills and IT expertise. Her responsibilities include the organization and coordination of office procedures, policies and operations.