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Who goes where rounds up the property industry’s movers and shakers


booSt For auctIon FInance Auction Finance Limited has boosted its team in a major regional drive for growth. The short term


funding specialist has appointed Stephen Lerman (above) as Regional Development Manager. Stephen has come from Invescor Ltd and he will be responsible for developing relationships with clients and existing and new auction houses in the Midlands and Wales area, as well as partners in the legal, accountancy and banking sectors.


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with Graham Penny Auctions, Bagshaws, Bigwood, Loveitts Estate Agents and William H Brown. Chris Baguley, director of Auction Finance Limited, said, “I’m confident Stephen will make a significant impact developing and maintaining lasting client relationships. From his previous roles he has gained significant skills in relationship building, negotiating and business development. Stephen is an ambitious individual and this fits in perfectly with our plans for future growth.” Stephen said, “Auction Finance has become a preferred lender for the Midlands and Wales and I’ve been tasked with ensuring this position is maintained. I’ll be working closely with our auction houses in the area as well as forging links with new houses. It’s an exciting time for the business and it’s fantastic to be part of the team.”


a new DIrector For Select propertIeS Lyn Knapp has joined Taylors Property Services as Director of Select Properties, spearheading the expansion of


this service across Leicestershire’s picturesque Charnwood Forest, Bradgate and Wreake Valley areas. Lyn, who has more than 25 years’ experience in the


Leicestershire property market, will be handling all property appraisals. “Some agents say they specialise in individual homes, yet they use the same valuers for all types of property. I will be personally responsible for appraising property for Select Homes,” says Lyn. Vendors appointing Select Homes to market their property receive a detailed report after Lyn’s appraisal, regular contact calls, monthly written progress reports, professionally produced property details, with a range of photographic options, and floor plans. “Select Homes is not just for very


expensive homes,” says Lyn. “We’re also looking for homes that are out of the ordinary, such as character properties with an interesting story or history.”


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GMG Property Services has appointed Paul Boggeln as Head of Residential Product, working across all


products within its residential sales software brands, Vebra and Core. Paul will work closely with the


Development Team to co-ordinate the future direction of residential software products by providing a critical link between the support team, the training team, Vebra and Core’s third party suppliers, as well as their existing and potential clients. Paul has worked as Business


Development Manager for GMG Property Services since October 2009, but prior to this he was Office Manager at Core and Head of Client Services for Propertyfinder. He also oversaw the re-launch of The Media Design House, which is part of GMG Property Services’ portfolio and more recently was seconded to manage Vebra and Core’s Support Team. Tim Summerley, MD, Residential, commented, “Given our on-going investment in additional development resource, there is a


need for a dedicated senior manager to determine, plan and implement our product strategy across our entire portfolio. Paul will be responsible for making sure that the commercial side of our business is driving development so that we are able to deliver the products our clients want. “His new role will therefore be


critical in not only helping us to further grow our business, but also in ensuring that we work even more closely with our existing client base. I’m sure Paul will be a great success in his new role and I wish him the very best of luck.”


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years and I was keen to get John on board bringing his consultancy and client-side experience with him. He and Chris will make an extremely strong team with their combined skills.”


Sotheby’S InternatIonal realty appoIntment Sotheby’s International Realty has appointed Christine Petersen as Head of Referrals and


Growing commercial property and rating specialists Dunlop Heywood has appointed John Valentine as Head of Building Consultancy to its Manchester-based team, along with Chris Threlfall as Consultant in Valuation. John entered the profession


in 1992 within the Property Development Department of ASDA Stores and their subsidiary company, Gazley Properties. In 1995, he joined the Building Surveying Department within Davis Langdon and Everest specialising in residential and commercial property refurbishment. He joined Dunlop Heywood


Lorenz, Building Consultancy as a senior surveyor in 2001 and progressed to Associate Director where he played an integral part in the Business Development for the Northern region. He moved on in 2006 to CS2 Limited, opening their Manchester office. Dunlop Heywood Director Stuart Hicks says, “It’s great to have John back in the Dunlop Heywood fold. We worked together for many


International Relocation. In a newly created role Christine will work with a global network of more than 500 Sotheby’s International Realty offices, in 44 countries. Charles Smith, MD, said, “The UK property market attracts a wealth of high net worth individuals looking to purchase properties here and across the world. Christine is perfectly placed for this new position given her international background and will play an integral role to ensure we offer our clients and customers a tailored service and global investment opportunities from a network spanning 44 countries.” Christine will manage all incoming and outgoing referrals to ensure that clients are met with unparalleled service from their first enquiry through to completion. In addition to assisting clients with their global property portfolios, Christine will also spearhead new business development by focusing on corporate business relocations across the globe, particularly in the finance, law and media industries. Christine said, “The London and


the Country Estate market in the UK remains an attractive destination to our customers and clients; particularly with the favourable currency exchange rates. The global lifestyles many Sotheby’s International Realty clients have warrant the need for a seamless bespoke service offering. I am looking forward to providing our clients with an international service and developing our strong ties with Sotheby’s auction house.”


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