LJ Hooker Group has appointed a new head of commercial in longstanding commercial property specialist Tom Donnelly.
Donnelly has been appointed as head of LJ Hooker Commercial to lead the brand’s growth and network offering across the country, bringing two decades of experience in the sector including key roles working within a franchise office.
“LJ Hooker Commercial specialists have built trust with their clients and, in turn, market share because of their expertise and connections,” said Donnelly.
“Commercial real estate, and the industry in general, continues to change. I’m committed to LJ Hooker Commercial setting the pace in the evolution of client service and growth.”
Donnelly began his property career at LJ Hooker Group, having held various positions including three years as a network performance manager for LJ Hooker Commercial.
“LJ Hooker Commercial has been a critical service offering for many years, and our network has grown to service clients extending from small business owners to government agencies, institutional investors, and everyone in between,” said Christine Mikhael, CEO at LJ Hooker Group.
“Tom’s insights, appreciation of the needs of business owners, and connections will be a great asset to our network, many of whom he has established relationships with.
“With Tom as head of commercial, we’re extremely excited for the future of LJ Hooker Commercial.”
Donnelly has also led commercial real estate offices throughout Sydney and has extensive experience in asset management.
“Tom has most recently been an agency director, so he understands the contemporary business landscape that our franchisees are operating in,” said Stephen Mutton,” general manager of network for LJ Hooker Group.
“He’ll also be supporting our existing business owners to enhance their own productivity and profitability, leveraging the tools and support to service the needs of their clients. I know his specialisation in asset management will be of tremendous value to the network, as well.”