Trident Property Advisory is a property investment management and advisory services firm. We connect tenants, capital and investors with property.

Trident Property Advisory has been proudly independently owned for over 37 years. We connect tenants, capital and investors with property and our successes are a result of bringing the best people together.

Drawing on decades of market experience, we offer insights and strategies to identify opportunities to revitalise underperforming office or retail properties which has led us to become the leading force for commercial property management in Brisbane.

We partner with our clients to maximise and sustain results, while minimising investment and operational risks. Our end goal is always to optimise portfolio worth through enhanced asset value and strong leasing outcomes through our three-pronged approach.

CHESTERTON/TRIDENT HISTORY TIMELINE

1984

Just a year after Raine and Horne was launched, Shaun Douglas joined its Commercial Leasing arm, focusing on new projects in Brisbane’s CBD and fringe.

1989

Shaun acquired a substantial holding in Raine and Horne’s commercial and residential franchises.

1992

Shaun was appointed Joint-Managing Director of the Raine and Horne group.

1998

Shaun decided to move away from the Raine and Horne network and launched Chesterton International – a full service global real estate firm.

2007

Ben Sikalas joined Chesterton International to head up its commercial leasing operations, later becoming a company director.

2018

Sam Christensen joined Chesterton International’s Asset Management Team, later becoming a company director.

2019

Chesterton International acquired Trident Corporation, a property advisory business with a strong 16-year history in Brisbane. The acquisition signalled the start of moves to reshape Chesterton into a property investment management and advisory services firm.
Chesterton International changed its name to Trident Property Advisory.

OUR PROMISE TO OUR CLIENTS:

Create value through the application of strategic thinking and market insight.

Provide a bespoke, tailored service that best positions our clients’ specific needs now and into the future.

Collaborate every step of the way, from identifying and initiating opportunities, to ongoing advisory services and asset management to ensure sustained performance.

Create value through the application of strategic thinking and market insight.

Provide a bespoke, tailored service that best positions our clients’ specific needs now and into the future.

Collaborate every step of the way, from identifying and initiating opportunities, to ongoing advisory services and asset management to ensure sustained performance.

OUR TEAM

Drawing on our years of experience, our diverse expertise across all sectors and our collaborative approach, we are respected as market leaders in all asset classes in Queensland.

Our team shares the common objective to partner with our clients to enhance asset value, for today and tomorrow.

We are tenacious, strategic and like to work collaboratively to achieve tailored results for our clients. Click on the profiles below to get to know our team better and to see how our experience and expertise can assist you.

Claudia Worland

Property Intern

Claudia Worland joined Trident property advisory in March 2022 in the capacity of a Commercial Property Intern, with the objective to move from Department to Department in order to develop a strong competency in each.

Claudia is currently studying a dual degree of Property Economics and Bachelor of Business majoring in Management at the Queensland University of Technology. As well as this she is completing a Certificate IV in Real Estate throughout her time with us.

Following in Claudia’s fathers footsteps in the property industry, Claudia is passionate about learning each aspect of property within Trident as well as establishing connections and meeting new people.

Phone:07 3222 3000

Dale Hoghton

Commercial Portfolio Manager

Dale has vast experience as a Property Manager within commercial, industrial, and retail assets.

Through his experience in Property Management, Dale has gained broad exposure to Government, Institutional and Private clients working on a wide range of commercial properties across Victoria, NSW and Queensland.

Prior to joining Trident, Dale’s previous experience includes the management of portfolios in excess of $350 million over combined NLA 50,000m2.

Dale prides himself on communication and building trust by understanding and meeting stakeholder requirements. He is organised and diligent while adding value through proactive management which has resulted in Client and Tenant satisfaction.

Phone:07 3222 3029

Mobile:0411 911 706

John Clark

Strategic Consultant

John commenced his career in the Australian retail sector as a Qld Regional Manager with Coles Myer Group and followed by National Stores Director for the Sportsgirl/Sportscraft Group. He then moved into asset management and has subsequently held a number of notable positions across the last 25 years including QLD Head of Retail Property Management (JLL), Investment Manager (ISPT) and Development Manager (Isle of Capri Centre).

His career has seen him work closely with institutional landlords including MEPC, Centre Properties, ISPT, Mirvac, QIC, UBS & Dexus as well as private landlords including Shayher Group, Abacus, Stockwell & Vinta Group. The diverse range of assets that John has been entrusted to manage and advise on have exposed him to all facets of the property sector and have provided him with near unparalleled expertise in the sector.

Most recently, John has taken on consulting roles with a number of leading agencies and private investors.

Phone:07 3222 30000

Mobile:0411 075 360

Julia Wu

COMMERCIAL & RETAIL PROPERTY MANAGER

Julia joined Trident in December 2020 as Assistant Centre Manager, where she exceled in her role and quickly became a vital part of the team.

In June 2022 Julia was promoted to Retail and Commercial Property Manager, working independently on her own portfolio.

Having previously worked across both the Retail and Residential property sectors, Julia has an understanding of how to effectively liaise with clients, tenants and customers. Believing that teamwork is of vital importance.

Having multi-lingual ability covering English, Mandarin and Japanese, Julia is able to engage with a broad range of customers and provide them with confidence in their dealings with us.

Phone:07 3222 3039

Mobile:0401 735 989

Luke Paterson

Executive | Transactions & Advisory

Luke is an experienced property professional with history working across property valuation, sales, and development in both the commercial and residential sectors. This diverse experience has equipped Luke with a comprehensive understanding and passion for all aspects of the property industry.

As Executive – Transactions & Advisory, Luke’s role sees him working primarily on the firms development and transactional projects with a focus on supporting and coordinating the assessment of real estate opportunities for Trident and our clients. He is a graduate from CQ University and holds a Bachelor of Property with a major in Financial Planning

Mobile:0422 102 599

Mary-Kate Lavenski

Business Support Officer

Mary-Kate (MK) joined the Trident Team in August 2021 as the Business Support Officer.

MK is a highly-organised administrator with vast and diverse experience in finance and office management. MK has worked in various industries across Australia and South Africa including in legal, not-for-profits and business broking.

MK utilises her experience in office management, finance, marketing and HR to support the team in exceeding client expectations, while also ensuring the company is well placed operationally going forward.

Direct:07 3222 3024

Mia Barakat

Property Management Intern

Mia Barakat has recently joined Trident as a Commercial Property Intern whilst she completes her Bachelor of Property Economics Degree at QUT.

Mia has past experience in Residential Sales as well as Commercial Property Development and has honed her skills from these roles and applied it to her internship at Trident. Mia is a very driven individual who is eager to learn and excel in her career at Trident.

Mia Barakat has recently joined Trident as a Commercial Property Intern whilst she completes her Bachelor of Property Economics Degree at QUT.

Peter Gough

Finance Officer

Peter started his career in finance and accounting in 2010 and joined the Trident team in April 2017. Going hiatus in August 2018, travelling the Americas for a full year – he was eager to return to Trident in August 2019, back to routine and hit the ground running.

Peter is proud to be part of the Trident team, he is detail focused and enjoys working on the numbers within property portfolios to provide accurate financials on commercial and retails assets and to their tenants.

Prior to joining Trident, Peter worked the legal industry, he is passionate about enhancing his financial knowledge and always eager to further develop his skills and abilities.

Phone:07 3222 3035

Peter Laurent

Commercial Portfolio Manager

Peter joined Trident in September 2023 bringing extensive experience as a Property Manager across commercial, health, industrial and retail assets.

Through his career in Property Management & Leasing roles, Peter has gained exposure to Institutional, Listed and Private clients working on a broad range of commercial & retail assets in Queensland & New South Wales. Prior to joining Trident, Peter managed a range of portfolios from Shopping Centres, Office, Health, Hospitality, and Industrial properties and a leasing portfolio in excess of $350 million of retail & healthcare assets.

Peter is a client focused Portfolio Manager who brings a strong track record in assisting clients with leasing & repositioning of assets and managing improvements. Peter thrives in helping clients through each stage of the property lifecycle.

Mobile:0488 773 019

OUR CLIENTS

Our wide client base is evidence of the how highly regarded our commercial property services are within the market.

For more than 37 years, we have supported some of the most astute businesses from across Australia and the world.

By adding value across all classes of property, we’ve forged long-lasting working relationships with investors, entrepreneurs, developers, vendors, buyers, institutional investors, the public sector and project marketers.

Our ongoing promise to our clients is to:

Always create more value for our clients through determination and strategic thinking.

Provide a bespoke, tailored service to best position our clients’ commercial assets for today and tomorrow.

Collaborate with our clients every step of the way – from identifying and initiating opportunities, providing tailored advisory services and managing their assets to ensure sustained performance.

Below is a small sample of some of the clients we proudly work with.