KITT - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Operations Manager
- Tenancy Manager
Alexis has worked as an operations manager for 5 years in the real estate industry, managing different construction projects and brands, and liaising with client accounts, suppliers, and partners - and providing great customer service to them.
Job Titles:
- Associate Property Manager ( Dunedin )
Andy comes from sunny Mount Maunganui, where he likes to spend most of his time around the beach. Here he started his professional life as a land surveyor, providing valuable time management and self direction skills, as well as opportunities to speak with project managers, planners, contractors and the general public confidently.
Andy decided to leave Mount Maunganui and challenge himself by studying at the University of Otago, where he is finishing up a double major in Ecology and Zoology, and working with KITT as the Associate Property Manager for the Dunedin region. Much less time is spent at the beach these days, however new hobbies have been picked up in kickboxing, music, and a growing interest in snowboarding.
Job Titles:
- Associate Property Manager ( Auckland )
- Associate Property Manager ( Auckland ) Management & Systems Development
Job Titles:
- Associate Property Manager ( Nelson )
Chris has a long and successful track record in the hospitality, real estate and property management industries. Originally from the UK, Chris moved to New Zealand and settled in Tauranga in the Bay of Plenty where she initially continued with her career in hospitality. By the early 2000s she was a well-respected real estate agent and had moved from a role as salesperson into sales management, then into property management in 2011.
Chris moved south to Mapua in 2021 with husband Bryan, dog Lulu and cat Dexter, to be nearer her children and grandchildren - and is enjoying the Southern hospitality and outdoor activities.
Job Titles:
- Associate Property Manager ( Timaru )
Cia has worked and travelled across Canada and the UK, before resettling in Auckland. Her experience in the property industry has varied from managing estates and looking after assets and property - to helping kiwis into their first homes with Westpac.
She joins the KITT team to manage inspections and viewings in Timaru, where she lives with her daughter, two cats, and two dogs.
Job Titles:
- Associate Property Manager ( Palmerston North )
Dana comes to KITT with experience working throughout NZ and Canada as a marketing manager - from digital and web development, to PR, events, and producing creative shoots, she knows what it takes to blend strategy, creative thinking, technical innovation, and production to create campaigns that resonate and inspire change.
When she's not working, she's happily soaking up the Queenstown lifestyle ski touring, biking, sampling Central Otago pinots, and beginning her Private Pilot's License.
Job Titles:
- Digital Marketing Partner
Co-Founder of digital marketing agency Digitella, Daniel brings his skills to KITT to ensure success in all things digital. A certified Google & Semrush partner working with eCommerce and Tech companies across APAC, his specialty lies in marrying PPC & SEO results to achieve search engine success. With the wider experience of the Digitella team at his disposal, they bring an additional 10+ years of experience to the table.
When not wrangling data, you'll find him at his local basketball court in Wellington, identifying constellations, and taking his scooter for a spin (not necessarily all at the same time).
Job Titles:
- Associate Property Manager ( Tauranga )
Debbie was the owner of a successful educational publishing and printing company in South Africa for 26 years, where she also managed properties. During this time she grew to love the property market, and the opportunity to interact with a diverse group of people on a daily basis. After moving to New Zealand 5 years ago, she is now a KITT property manager based in Tauranga, offering exceptional customer service as she manages inspections and viewings locally.
Debbie loves animals, propagating her plants, reading, and travelling - especially now that the world is opening up once again!
Glen spent 11 years at Google, nearly 5 of those working in the Machine Learning team. Since then he's become a venture partner at Monta Vista Capital in Palo Alto, CA.
At KITT we're building the future of property management by combining personalised service and proprietary technology. We're proud to be your property management specialists.
Job Titles:
- Accountant With KITT Property Management
- Trust Account Administrator
As an accountant with KITT Property Management, Hannah specialises in recording day-to-day transactions for rents, bills, and system migration. A strong believer in the power of positive thinking in the workplace, creating an impact on the team, and the humility to learn the work processes. Hannah enjoys traveling to different places to experience new cultures, time with family, and staying creative.
Haroon is a highly skilled full-stack developer with over 6 years of experience in the industry and a proven track record of success. He has completed 450+ projects, gaining a wealth of experience and a strong understanding of various industries and business needs.
Haroon has a strong background in developing and maintaining web applications using a variety of technologies including WordPress, Nextjs, Shopify, Vue, Angular, and React. He is well-versed in front-end and back-end development and deeply understands software design principles.
James comes from a background in marketing, business improvement, and web development, having spent many years with marketing agencies in the UK in the consulting sphere. He has a particular knack for taking old systems and revamping them to be technologically integrated, and give better results.
James began investing in residential real estate in 2009, rapidly building a reasonably large portfolio. He understands the innate needs and problems faced by property investors within New Zealand.
James also owned the New Zealand franchise for Getting Things Done, hosting workshops and helping individuals and other businesses to improve their processes, get better connections with their customers, and deliver better service. He credits GTD as the enabling magic that allows him to spin so many plates in managing systems and complex organisations.
Originally joining KITT in 2017 as an advisor and angel investor, James helped the team understand the needs of a property investor for the software being built at the time. When KITT pivoted to being a full-service property management company, he came on board as a business advisor and CMO, and eventually stepped into the CEO seat. Having intimate knowledge of the brand, process, customers, and industry so well, coupled with his relevant experience, made the transition a no-brainer, and he's been KITT's fearless leader ever since.
Outside of work you'll find James on the water, spending time with his partner and his son. He loves boating, skiing, crossfit, and is an avid tramper.
Job Titles:
- Associate Property Manager ( Christchurch )
Jane conducts inspections and viewings in South Christchurch and organises listings and viewings across the country.
Joshua Woo - Chief Legal Officer
Josh is in charge of capital raising, exit and other corporate transactions. He has close to a decade of transactional experience, including listing a few companies on the NZX, over 50 capital raises, and business sales and purchases of all sizes. Josh also helps companies to set up ESOPs, shareholders' agreements, financing and commercial contracts and more.
Josh is one of the solicitors approved by the NZX to provide opinions on listed entity governing documents. Outside of JW Legal, Josh is the legal advisor to TEDxAuckland and also a volunteer lawyer at the Auckland Central Citizens Advice Bureau.
New Zealand's "supercity", Auckland is an economic powerhouse with a melting pot of locals, migrants, and workers from all corners from New Zealand making the city their home. Each area has plenty to offer investors - from the apartments dominating the CBD and townhouses of the exciting inner suburbs; to those happy to live further away from the CBD within proximity of the Western or Southern train lines, with generally lower prices, a strong rental demand, and knowing you're future proofing against increasing Auckland population growth and traffic congestion. Properties on the North Shore are comparatively closer to the city for students and workers, with explosive growth over the past decade and massive infrastructure upgrades, making it extremely attractive to investors and renters alike.
Speak to KITT to find out more about how we can help you make the most of your property in Auckland, and take the hassle out of property management.
The heart of the Waikato, Hamilton is a city seeing a huge influx in residents. With more affordable housing than Auckland, lower living costs, thriving businesses, and top-quality tertiary education, it's a no-brainer for investors and renters alike. Rental demand is high throughout Hillcrest due to it's proximity to the University of Waikato; the north-east of Hamilton is popular for access to good schools; and Rototuna and Flagstaff are seeing new developments, creating a strong market.
Speak to KITT to find out more about how we can help you make the most of your property in Hamilton, and take the hassle out of property management.
At the heart of the Manawatu-Whanganui region, Palmerston North is an economic and cultural hub, offering easy access across the lower North Island and into Wellington. With more affordable living and minimal commute times, the city is attractive for tenants - while low supply and high demand for rentals creates an ideal market for investors, and indicates the potential for growth within the region.
Speak to KITT to find out more about how we can help you make the most of your property in Palmerston North, and take the hassle out of property management.
The capital of New Zealand, Wellington is a melting pot of government workers, young professionals, students, families, and everything in-between. A hub of economic activity, the industries dominating the city are equally as diverse, from primary industry and agriculture, to tech and creative production, making Wellington a bullseye for any serious investor. The inner suburbs are dominated by apartments, new developments, and townhouses throughout Te Aro, Oriental Bay and Mt Victoria, while families and homebuyers are attracted to Kilburnie, Miramar, Johnsonville, Khandallah, and Lyall Bay, or even further away from the city into the Hutt Valley.
Speak to KITT to find out more about how we can help you make the most of your property in Wellington and take the hassle out of property management.
Job Titles:
- Associate Property Manager ( Wellington )
Linda joins KITT with an extensive skillset in administration, banking, customer service, rental and property management, dedication, enthusiasm and excellent worth ethics. And of course, buying and selling property.
As a seasoned team member, and after 28 years in the industry, Linda has a proven ability to attract the right landlords and tenants and achieve the best outcome possible for the property owners.
Linda lives a rural lifestyle and has a hobby of collecting livestock, ranging from alpacas, sheep, goats, cats, dog and chickens
Job Titles:
- Associate Property Manager ( Wellington )
Job Titles:
- Property Administrator
- Property Management Administrator
Maria is a Property Management Administrator and Virtual Assistant with over 6 years of experience in the industry. She has provided assistance to clients in the US, Australia, and New Zealand. Her strengths lie in performing various property management tasks such as processing applications, onboarding properties, preparation of lease agreements and addendums, lease renewals, move-in/move-out, schedule inspections, tenant and owner communication, billing, and other administrative tasks.
Job Titles:
- Associate Property Manager ( Hamilton )
Michelle brings a wealth of knowledge to KITT, with over 18 years of experience in Property Management. Over the years she has been the general manager of a top property management company, and more recently, a shareholder and office manager in another well-known property management company.
After many years in the field, Michelle could see that many changes were needed within the industry, and found KITT to be forward thinking, with innovative ideas for the future of Property Management. She is a systems-focused person, and prides herself on a thorough knowledge of the RTA and its amendments.
Michelle has a passion for property and Property Management, and this is reflected in her consistent, high calibre work. With a strong family bond, she enjoys spending quality time with her family - and living in a small North Canterbury town means she appreciates the feeling of community, and the need for quiet reflective down time.
Job Titles:
- Associate Property Manager ( Auckland )
- Associate Property Manager ( West Auckland )
Nicole has had experience in the property industry for over 6 years, having been a landlord since 2016, and buying and renovating properties. Prior to joining KITT as the Associate Property Manager for West Auckland, Nicole spent 11 years working for a government department screening passengers for possible threats and border breaches at an International Airport.
When not working, Nicole enjoys getting out on the water around Auckland with her family; water skiing, paddle boarding, and jet skiing.
Job Titles:
- Associate Property Manager ( Christchurch )
Peter has been in property management on and off for 15 years. He joins KITT as the Christchurch Associate Property Manager with a well-rounded background, having worked full-portfolio management and experience in property tribunals.
With his extensive experience in the industry, and a background as an editor for a UK book publisher, Peter blends his skillset to write all KITT tenancy ads across the country.
Peter is also passionate about the music business, having been involved for 25 years - mostly in NZ, but with some work in L.A. and quite a bit of long-distance production and recording work with people in the US and UK.
Job Titles:
- Video Editor
- Video Editor / Advisory Board
Rodel has been in the multimedia industry for over a decade working in local events, corporate projects, documentaries and tourism projects. Covid led Rodel to discover new opportunities in his craft, and he successfully niched himself as a freelance remote video editor for different US based clients, before beginning to work with KITT across editing and creative direction for brand videos.
When not at work, Rodel enjoys exploring the great outdoors with his friends, and is passionate about documenting and bringing awareness to life in the Philippines for remote communities.
Our advisors' expertise covers the spectrum of property accounting, technical development and global growth.
Sarah's background is in business reporting and analysis for various Government agencies, and she joins KITT to perform a range of advisory and analyst roles, helping us to better understand our business and how we are serving our customers.
Her superpower lies in finding a way to measure the immeasurable and intangibles, and turn this data into powerful information for the businesses she works with.
She adores her schnauzer Benny, and in her free time you'll find Sarah snowboarding, tramping, being out in nature in general, and Kea spotting (her favourite NZ native bird, no prizes for guessing who gets her vote for Bird of the Year annually).
Sarah is a prominant figure in New Zealand's start up ecosystem holding the chair at StartUp Dunedin. She also runs both United Machinists and Immerson Ventures.
Job Titles:
- Advisor
- Managing Partner at Findex
Scott is a Managing Partner at Findex, a member of the NZICA's Tax Advisory group and an advisor to many NZ start ups.
Siobhan has been working in the Property Management field for ten years, and brings her expertise from various companies to KITT, managing maintenance for properties across New Zealand.
Job Titles:
- Chief Information Officer
- Certified Coach and Trainer in Holacracy
Passionate about organisational and individual productivity, Stephan's focus is not only on getting things done, but getting the right things done at the right time, which invites a holistic approach to success and achievement. He leads the team building the tools and automation that make KITT work.
He's also an owner of SelfOrg Consulting, a new breed management consulting firm, and Future Logic, an Australian-based IT services company - making him a 20+ year veteran of Managed IT Services.
Stephan is a certified Coach and trainer in Holacracy, Getting Things Done (GTD) and Making a Difference. When he's not busy organising he can be found behind the BBQ and was crowned WA Tongmaster in 2011 and went on to compete in 2012 at the Annual Capital BBQ Cook-off in Lexington, North Carolina.
His dream is to one-day combine business retreats, BBQ-ing and his love of tropical destinations under one beach umbrella.
Welkin has written documentation for some of the most prominent global technology firms. She is the technical copywriter at KITT, and as such, she is in charge of producing and overseeing all of the company's user manuals, as well as its knowledge base documentation, for both internal and external audiences. Welkin likes to take time for herself, so she frequently spends her days off at home, where she may try to complete unfinished story scripts, catch up on reading, watch movies or TV shows, or listen to music.