About

James lives and breathes property, having worked in the industry since university 20 years ago, and has loved every minute of it. James has worked on various assets and new developments from premium grade Riparian Plaza in the ‘Golden Triangle’ to 100 Skyring Terrace Gasworks for Charter Hall and everything in between. He specifically enjoys solving problems and helping landlords reposition their buildings for leasing success. Most mornings you’ll find James having a coffee in 300 Queen’s new cafe; make sure to say hello if you pass by.

Rob has been working in the property industry for over 20 years, starting his career with a major institutional property agency in London. When he returned from London he joined Coles Supermarkets as their State Manager of Property for Queensland, spending 7 years working on all leasehold and freehold sites covering Supermarket, Liquor and Fuel opportunities. In 2014, Rob left Coles to start his career in development and has undertaken numerous projects of differing sizes across Queensland. His developments have covered the fuel station, fast food, childcare, self-storage, retail and industrial sectors. Rob has a deep understanding and passion for development with a specific focus on retail opportunities. Fun fact: Rob's dream gig? Being a sports commentator.

Cool, calm and calculated, Josh is adept in complex financial modelling and identifying office market trends. His keen eye makes him a strong operator in the Brisbane CBD office market. Not one to chest beat, his skills speak for themselves having previously delivered successful leasing campaign for the likes of LaSalle, Dexus, Hines and Centuria. A genuine good guy, Josh will never hesitate to give you the time of day with a smile.

Revealed as one of Australia’s top RealCommercial Marketing Agents in 2018 and 2019, Jordan is renowned for negotiating in excess of 60 deals per year. He creates specialised and tailored leasing and sales strategies to mitigate challenges that both landlords and tenants’ encounter. Focusing on the Near City office market over the past four years, Jordan has become a trusted name in the property industry. Upbeat and charismatic, you will be able to hear his voice from one side of Queen Street to the other.

Meet Sam, our Commercial sales specialist, with a strong focus on capital markets. Having held senior positions at a global agency, Sam has an exceptionally broad knowledge base and experience across most real estate sectors making him an invaluable resource to clients. A student of the market, Sam is known for having the patience – and enjoys - complicated transactions.

James is a tenacious leasing broker in Brisbane’s CBD who will diligently unearth every opportunity to secure the best outcome for a landlord. With a strong sporting background, he is fiercely competitive and accustomed to winning. James’ focus at Patona is to drive brokerage and inspection volume through clients’ buildings and secure leasing outcomes.

With extensive experience in both commercial and residential real estate administration, marketing and operations, Melanie brings a multi-faceted skill set to the forefront. From small family businesses to corporate giants, Melanie has seen it all, honing her expertise in various functions and industries. It was her time in a leading global Commercial Agency that ignited her passion for the property industry. Starting off in Residential Valuations and later transitioning to become the Team Secretary for Office Leasing, she's got the knowledge and drive to make a real difference. As an integral part of our team, Melanie's focused on delivering exceptional service and a world-class experience to our clients.

Currently in her final year of pursuing a Bachelor of Property Economics at QUT, Sophie is a force to be reckoned with. Fuelled by an unwavering passion for real estate and property development, Sophie brings a fresh perspective to the leasing landscape. As Sophie enters this exciting phase of her career, we anticipate her contributions to be nothing short of remarkable. Keep an eye out for the rising star in our team!