Dave Branthwaite

Property Manager

With over five years of dedicated experience in real estate, Dave Branthwaite brings a unique blend of skills and a passion for people to the world of property management. Dave believes clients appreciate honesty, confidence, clear communication, and unwavering integrity in their dealings with property managers, these values form the foundation of his approach to ensure your property thrives. Finding professional fulfilment in helping people and building positive relationships with both owners and tenants, Dave conducts business with the highest ethical standards, ensuring transparency and trust in every interaction. A positive outlook is essential in navigating the challenges of property management, and Dave approaches each situation with optimism, finding solutions that benefit both property owners and tenants. Before diving into real estate, Dave honed his management skills in the fast-paced hospitality industry, acquiring invaluable experience in customer service, team leadership, and operational efficiency. Dave brings a strong work ethic to real estate, going the extra mile to ensure your property's success. Dave has completed courses in both management and real estate to enhance his knowledge and capabilities. Originally from the charming town of Mt Eliza on the Mornington Peninsula, in his spare time you'll find Dave out on the golf course, tending to the garden, exploring nature, or enjoying moments with his friends and family.

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    Adin Bloomer

    Head of Learning & Development

    Adin is responsible for facilitating, executing, and sustaining the company's strategic learning and development initiatives, aligning operations and advocate of cultural empowerment. Adin oversees the company’s Sales division, along with management and expansion planning.

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      Rachael Prete

      Property Manager

      Rachael’s daily objective is to help our clients achieve their best outcomes whilst also brightening their day with her positive can-do attitude and amiable personality. Rachael has a strong passion for providing excellent customer service and is skilled in generating creative solutions with genuine compassion and a smile.Flexible and adaptable to obstacles, Rachael pairs her inviting & trusted approach with her impeccable attention to detail, to ensure landlords & tenants feel supported from start to finish on their property journey.Rachael joined Shelter with a comprehensive and skilled background in the hospitality industry. Her move to become a property manager was a natural progression as she enjoys a fast-paced role with lots of variety and customer interaction. Backed by her invaluable professional and personal experience, Rachael has thrived in her role at Shelter and enriched the client experience we can offer our valued clients.Growing up in the outer suburbs of Warranwood & Ringwood, Rachael made the move into Boroondara and has discovered that leafy Surrey Hills ‘feels like home’, where her two cats bring her the most joy, as well as spending time with friends & family and seeing live music.

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        Todd Braggins

        Licensed Estate Agent & Auctioneer

        Recently returning to Melbourne, where his real estate experience within Boroondara and Stonnington spans more than a decade, Todd is known for his negotiating prowess, energetic auctioneering style and direct, honest approach.Combining significant local and international expertise, personal experience renovating/selling multiple homes and an honours degree in design, Todd curates value-adding strategies around every facet of selling your home.His focus on identifying and understanding each clients unique situation and his ability to create and deliver a comprehensive strategy, has produced hundreds of millions in residential sales to date.

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