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Harcourts Foundation raises $10M, Toby Campbell takes the reins, Barry Plant’s Thailand leadership conference

Harcourts Foundation raises $10M, Toby Campbell takes the reins, Barry Plant’s Thailand leadership conference

Also... Alex Raymond took a senior role at Knight Frank, Cath Stubbings joined Kay & Burton’s board, and Ken Oliver moved to RT Edgar.

Elite Agent Editor
October 19th, 2025

Featuring in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers: Alex Raymond, Anthony Hunt, Cath Stubbings, Ken Oliver

Spring is reaching its peak and there’s plenty of action around the industry in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!

The Harcourts Foundation has officially raised $10 million in support of a host of charitable causes all around the world.

Toby Campbell has taken the reins of Ray White CRE, the iconic real estate business in Melbourne's inner-city. Barry Plant has hosted its leadership conference in Thailand, providing an opportunity to unite the group's leaders.

All that and more in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!

This week’s big moves

Mike Green, MD, Harcourts International. Picture: Supplied

“10 million dollars raised, and 1,585 charities supported is an incredible achievement, and one that is a testament to the Harcourts spirit.”

MIKE GREEN

Harcourts Foundation hits $10 million milestone.

The charitable arm has supported 1,585 charities across New Zealand, Australia, and South Africa since its inception in 2008. More here.

Rebrands, relocations and rising leaders

This week, we put the spotlight on some exciting rebrands, strategic office openings, and impressive leadership appointments across the industry. We've rounded them up for you here…

Toby Campbell. Photo: Supplied

Toby Campbell takes the helm.

Collingwood's top agent by volume has rebranded the iconic 30-year-old business to Campbell Real Estate while maintaining its connection to the Ray White network. More here.

Brendon and Kath Heenan. Photo: Supplied

Award-winning agent Brendon Heenan joins One Agency.

The former #1 national agent brings 30+ years of combined experience with his wife Kath as "Team Heenan" to serve Otaki and the Kapiti Coast. More here.

Ben Singh. Photo: Supplied

Ben Singh returns to Harcourts as a business owner.

The former Harcourts Kellyville agent has launched Harcourts Thrive, serving Glenwood, Bella Vista, Norwest and Northwest Sydney. More here.

Alex Gibbon and Dan Clark. Photo: Supplied

Alex Gibbon and Dan Clark open Ray White Alstonville.

The duo expands their Northern Rivers presence with Alex returning to his hometown while Dan relocates closer to family and the coast. More here.

The Barry Plant Leadership Conference 2025. Photo: Supplied

Barry Plant hosts leadership conference in Thailand.

The week-long event at Banyan Tree Phuket combined professional development with cultural immersion, featuring a candid fireside chat between CEO Lisa Pennell and Spiro Drossos. More here.

Brady Yoshia, Founder & CEO Brady Marcs Buyers Advisory. Photo: Supplied

Brady Yoshia joins OzHarvest CEO Cook Off.

The Brady Marcs Buyers Advisory founder will swap her buyer's agent hat for a chef's apron on October 29, cooking for 100 people while raising $5,000 for Australians in need. More here.

Also…
Alex Raymond appointed Director at Knight Frank. The commercial real estate veteran brings nearly two decades of experience to the Office Leasing team, focusing on Sydney CBD solutions. More here.
Cath Stubbings named Executive Director at Kay & Burton. The leader of the firm's Property Management, Concierge and Luxury Stays divisions joins the Group Board after reshaping operations since 2022. More here.
Ken Oliver joins RT Edgar Portsea \| Sorrento. The real estate veteran brings nearly five decades of industry experience and strong negotiation skills to strengthen the team ahead of the summer period. More here.
Ervin Niyaz appointed Director at Colliers. The commercial property specialist brings 11 years of experience to the Melbourne North West team at Essendon Fields, focusing on premium investments and development assets. More here.
Neya Perovec named COO at Realmark. The 16-year property industry veteran will oversee operations across residential and commercial portfolios, bringing expertise in strategic planning and process optimisation. More here.
Anthony Hunt to lead Coronis Asset Management. The new division will enhance landlord support across the Coronis network, drawing on Hunt's nearly 20 years of residential investment sales experience. More here.

Also…

Alex Raymond appointed Director at Knight Frank.

The commercial real estate veteran brings nearly two decades of experience to the Office Leasing team, focusing on Sydney CBD solutions. More here.

Cath Stubbings named Executive Director at Kay & Burton.

The leader of the firm's Property Management, Concierge and Luxury Stays divisions joins the Group Board after reshaping operations since 2022. More here.

Ken Oliver joins RT Edgar Portsea | Sorrento.

The real estate veteran brings nearly five decades of industry experience and strong negotiation skills to strengthen the team ahead of the summer period. More here.

Ervin Niyaz appointed Director at Colliers.

The commercial property specialist brings 11 years of experience to the Melbourne North West team at Essendon Fields, focusing on premium investments and development assets. More here.

Neya Perovec named COO at Realmark.

The 16-year property industry veteran will oversee operations across residential and commercial portfolios, bringing expertise in strategic planning and process optimisation. More here.

Anthony Hunt to lead Coronis Asset Management.

The new division will enhance landlord support across the Coronis network, drawing on Hunt's nearly 20 years of residential investment sales experience. More here.

And finally…

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