THE BEST TEAM FOR YOUR DAY
MATTHEW CONDON
Integrity underpins everything Matthew Condon aspires to be and do. While still eminently able to put on a show, he’s ultimately a no-nonsense and honest auctioneer, always seeking the best outcome for all parties.
Matthew initially cut his real estate teeth on sales in a major franchise group, quickly proving his competence with the auction process as it became his naturally preferred method of sale. This experience proved to be a solid foundation for his subsequent career as a professional auctioneer.
Now almost a decade later, Matthew is proud to include several high profile Brisbane agencies amongst his loyal client base and has successfully sold thousands of properties under the hammer.
Many of these have involved some level of independent and creative negotiation between seller and buyer to finalise a sale, another skill Matthew has become valued for by his partner agents.
From entry-level through to high-end prestige property, Matthew is equally at home with any call, easily adapting his style to suit the occasion and the audience.
matt@theauctiongroup.com.au | 0488 116 898
TONY ILLING
Tony Illing is a seasoned negotiator who combines a driven, strategic approach with a genuine passion for the auction process.
With more than 25 years’ experience in international sales and management, Tony prides himself on his ability to understand people’s needs and to deliver first-class outcomes. Having owned and operated two businesses of his own, he intuitively understands the unique challenges and nuances that accompany every transaction.
Tony’s love of the auction call was sparked while growing up on a sheep and cattle station in southwestern Queensland, where livestock auctions were a part of his daily life. An experienced residential, commercial and lifestyle auctioneer, he has a proven reputation for honesty, professionalism and down-to-earth service.
Tony sees every auction as an opportunity to bring buyer and seller together, and to negotiate the best possible outcome for all parties.
tony@theauctiongroup.com.au | 0428 455 288
SAM KELSO
Sam is a leading property professional who lives and breathes property. Sam has been in the real estate industry since he was 17 and is as passionate today as he was the day he started.
Sam brings a wealth of experience having worked across all facets of the real estate industry. Starting on reception Sam’s career has seen him excel as a sales person, corporate auctioneer and principal. Sam has called over 6,000 auctions in his career and is highly regarded as one of the best
Sam has called over 6,000 auctions in his career and is highly regarded as one of the best auctioneers in Australia.
kelso@theauctiongroup.com.au | 0433 338 925
GORDON MACDONALD
The Auction Group founder is Gordon Macdonald. For all who know him, Gordon is a true craftsman. He brings showmanship and energy, without the slick. He makes negotiation an art form, without any need for underhand tactics.
With almost a decade of agency sales experience preceding a six-year career as a dedicated auctioneer, Gordon has a reputation for patiently but tenaciously putting together seemingly impossible deals. As a trusted and independent third party, Gordon’s honesty and straightforwardness help to instantly build rapport with all parties.
Gordon has a clear and proven track record for making significant impact within partner agencies, via high impact training and ongoing coaching for agents on effective auction practice. With his partner agents generating the maximum level of buyer interest throughout the campaign, he skilfully guides all parties through to the best possible conclusion on auction day.
Gordon is assertive yet approachable, friendly yet professional. Critically, his relaxed nature belies a quiet determination to succeed.
gordon@theauctiongroup.com.au | 0428 370 413