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As salesperson of Collier’s Rural and Agribusiness, Brad thrives on the details of his work, problem solving and providing his clients with confidence in the sale of orchard properties. Through gaining a Bachelor of Management Studies, industry experience and local knowledge, Brad has a sound understanding of the kiwifruit and avocado industries, it’s people, the market place and comparative alternatives. This enables Brad to provide his clients with confidence and the tools to navigate through any situation to achieve a successful result. Brad also prides himself on undertaking challenges, having represented New Zealand in sport, taken on overseas adventures and is a keen guitarist.

Over the past three years Brad has worked with his father, Jeff. During this time Brad has gained valuable skills, insight, and knowledge from Jeff’s specialisation in orchard sales throughout the past 23 years. Brad has assisted Jeff with the first ‘million dollar per hectare’ sale, and they have since sold orchards over the $1.2 million per hectare in 2019. Together with Jeff, Brad has an extensive database of buyers and industry contacts from which he is committed to providing the best orchard sales service for all parties involved.

James has recently joined Colliers as the dedicated General Manager for the Central NI Region to support the alignment and expansion of the commercial and agribusiness growth opportunities throughout the Eastern and Central North Island. James has strong links with the commercial, farming and financial services sectors as well as 18 years experience owning and operating his own agribusiness venture from offices  locally and abroad.

His previous background in banking, investment management, and running an internationally recognised NZ brand, provides the commercial experience in helping lead an international brand locally excites me.
Through his expertise, knowledge base and the local and international networks he maintains, he prides himself on being able to identify relevant opportunities throughout the regions.

His philosophy of building a team is similar to a sport he is passionate about - “in a company, we are all in the same boat, and what can be achieved and accomplished working as a team is far greater than any effort as an individual within the crew”.