Ben Williams
Glen Iris,VIC
Summary
Dynamic and accomplished Head of Investor Relations with a proven track record of effectively managing relationships customers and shareholders. Instrumental in successful capital raising efforts from private sophisticated investors and strategic institutional partners. Adept at conducting investor roadshows and delivering regular updates to stakeholders. A strategic leader with extensive business experience.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Investor Relations
Homely.com.au
10.2022 - Current
- I head up the Investor Relations team at homely.com.au which is an online real estate portal
- I am responsible for managing relationships with our 700 + real estate industry shareholders, which includes regular quarterly updates via zoom, half and full year shareholder reporting as well as conducting investor roadshows across the country
- I am responsible for capital raising via private sophisticated investors as well as strategic institutional investors to which we have currently raised $100m
- The company has goals and aspirations to become publicly listed within the next 12 months as the IPO market conditions begin to improve
- Further to my role, I am part of the executive leadership team within the company and provide input into the direction of not only the Investor Relations team but also that of the strategic direction of the company.
Managing Director and CEO, Co-Founder
My Rental
01.2017 - 04.2022
- Co-founded a technology-based property management business automating all elements of the property management process via development of proprietary software
- Our business went through a period of rapid scale to an eventual exit event in the beginning of 2022
- As CEO I Increased overall company performance by implementing strategic management initiatives and streamlining operations.
- Optimised resource allocation for improved efficiency and profitability.
- Oversaw complex negotiations for sale of intangible company assets
Consultant Buyer and Vendor Advocate
Providence Property Group
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Consultant for Providence Property Group who are based in Sydney
- Provided buyer and vendor advocacy services for their Melbourne based clients
- This includes advice to buyers on their potential investments, attendance at inspections and bidding at auctions and negotiations on behalf of clients
- Introduced vendors to potential agents and negotiate commissions/fee structures.
Property Consultant & Auctioneer
Marshall White
04.2012 - 01.2016
- Recruited by Marshall White, one of Australia's leading real estate agencies, to the role of Sales Consultant at their Albert Park office
- Specialized in prestige property ($1m+) around the Port Phillip area worked as a listing and selling agent
- Conducted hundres of auctions that enabled me to build my own personal brand within the marketplace.
Education
Level 2 Candidate - Finance
Chartered Financial Analyst Institute
CFA Institute 06.2024
Level 1 - Finance
Chartered Financial Analyst Institute
12.2016
Bachelor Degree Applied Science (Property & Valuations) -
RMIT University
01.2013
Licenced Estate Agent -
Real Estate Institute of Victoria
VCE -
Caulfield Grammar School
2007
Skills
- Financial Skills
- Advanced IT Literacy
- Presentation
- Public Speaking
- Telephone Etiquette
- Research
- Troubleshooting
- Critical Thinking
- Communication
- Leadership
- Task Prioritization
- Time Management
References
References available on request
Timeline
Head of Investor Relations
Homely.com.au
10.2022 - Current
Consultant Buyer and Vendor Advocate
Providence Property Group
01.2020 - 12.2022
Managing Director and CEO, Co-Founder
My Rental
01.2017 - 04.2022
Property Consultant & Auctioneer
Marshall White
04.2012 - 01.2016
Level 2 Candidate - Finance
Chartered Financial Analyst Institute
Level 1 - Finance
Chartered Financial Analyst Institute
Bachelor Degree Applied Science (Property & Valuations) -
RMIT University
Licenced Estate Agent -
Real Estate Institute of Victoria
VCE -
Caulfield Grammar School
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