LEADERSHIP
Today, Vantage Property Investments is led by executive directors Matt Spring and Hamish de Crespigny, who combined bring more than 45 years commercial property experience to the business.
Importantly, the pair provide a stable leadership team that has guided Vantage’s outstanding performance for more than 10 years.
A board of directors led by non-executive chairman Alan Severino delivers sound governance. With broad experience in accounting, tax, commercial property, syndication and corporate governance, Alan’s presence on the board further emphasises Vantage’s diligent approach to best practice.
For both Matt and Hamish, the relationships established through business are just as important as completing ‘the deal’. They are both readily accessible to all Vantage investors and communicate regularly with clients in person and via regular portfolio updates.
Hamish and Matt are supported by an outstanding team of highly-skilled, experienced and energised property professionals who complement each other and the business in general with their broad backgrounds in the sector.
It is a team that consistently delivers for investors.
MATT SPRING
Executive Director
Matt is responsible for positioning Vantage’s property assets so that they achieve their best use and generate the highest possible income and/or long-term capital growth.
This requires stringent management with a focus on adding value through considered refurbishment programs, careful lease negotiations and strategic property management.
Matt holds a Bachelor of Business (Property) and has over 25 years experience in the Melbourne commercial, retail and industrial property scene.
He is particularly skilled at positioning a property for the next buyer and oversees this reposition process working in conjunction with Vantage’s in-house resources in asset services, project management and interior design.
Matt previously held roles with Teska Carson and CBRE and worked in property development.
HAMISH DE CRESPIGNY
Executive Director
Hamish’s key strengths and focus lie in equity raising, investor relations, acquisitions
and joint venture structuring across institutional and private capital. His focus is on uncovering acquisition opportunities and aligning them with capital partners in either a syndicated, joint venture or third-party management capacity.
Hamish holds a Bachelor of Business (Property) and a Graduate Diploma in Applied Finance and Investment.
He draws on his extensive knowledge of commercial development and funds management through more than 18 years in the Melbourne commercial, retail and industrial property markets.
Hamish previously worked for Macquarie Capital Funds and was responsible for overseeing a portfolio of commercial assets worth in excess of $350m across three states.
ALAN SEVERINO
Non Executive Chairman
Alan has broad experience in accounting, tax, commercial and residential property, syndication and corporate governance.
Alan is also chairman of a professional property investment business that has placed almost $4 billion of residential property over 40 years . He is the responsible manager for an ASIC licensed entity managing 5 schemes .
His presence on the board further emphasises our diligent approach to best practice in all areas and our commitment to sound governance.
JAYSON EGAN
Head Of Asset Management
Jayson has a broad range of real estate experience having worked in the UK, Europe, Asia, America and more recently in Australia. Jayson expertise spans multiple asset classes, drawing his experience from managing large portfolios both in stabilised and development orientated stages. His recent experience was looking after a $1.2bn portfolio for a large US Fund Management business with assets based in Australia and Japan.
Jayson previously worked at QIC, TH Real Estate, Vicinity and KPMG and has over 20 years’ experience in asset management, he also holds a Bachelor of Business (Property).
JASON ALDRIDGE
Project Manager
Jason has 15 years of experience in design and construction across a range of industries. He has successfully overseen the completion of commercial, retail, education, exhibition/museum and residential projects throughout Australia.
Jason previously worked for Peregrine Corporation, Box Hill Institute and Vaughan Constructions where he was responsible for design management, contract administration, procurement, budget/cost control and planning
In his role as Project Manager, he provides services in building refurbishments and integrated office fitouts from concept development to operational delivery.
CHRIS MEEHAN
Chief Financial Officer
Chris is a Chartered Accountant with more than 20 years of professional experience with privately-owned and ASX listed groups operating in the real estate and funds management sectors including a 15 year career at Vicinity Centres. His track record includes successfully leading finance teams, capital transactions and business transformation programs.
Chris holds a Bachelor of Economics (Accounting) and Graduate Diploma in Applied Finance and Investment.
“Our mission is to deliver superior returns and generate sustainable investment growth through prudent acquisition and active management of assets.”
“I describe Vantage in three ways — absolute professionals, 100 per cent trustworthy and completely orientated towards the client’s needs. I value this relationship very much.”
“An evidence-based approach is becoming a lot more popular in investing. Vantage has a well-honed methodology that has worked in the past and will in the future. It makes them stands out in the property funds management sector.”