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Our People
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John Garland AM - Principal
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Previously from an agricultural background John established what was then John Garland & Co in 1965 to specialize in rural associated property and business sales in Western Australia.
Over the past 44 years the company’s expertise has grown to one where it is now recognized as a leader in the marketing and sales of lifestyle estates, tourism ventures and the facilitation of overseas investment in Australia.
In 2007 John was awarded a Member in the General Division of the Order of Australia (AM) in recognition of his service to the Real Estate industry and the community.
A Past President of the Real Estate Institute of Western Australia (1986-88) and recognized by that body with the Kevin Sullivan Award in 1992. He was acknowledged with a Life Membership of REIWA in 1993.
As a past Deputy World President of the Paris-based FIABCI (International Real Estate Federation), John was responsible for the Asia-Pacific area and in recognition of his contribution he is one of the very few Australians to receive the FIABCI Medal of Honour.
Currently a Board member of the Regional Development Authority, John was appointed by the Federal Governement to undertake this role.
John is a past Chairman of the Small Business Development Corporation in Western Australia, a position he held for seven years. The Corporation is responsible for Western Australia’s business migration centres and accepts the role of Advisory Body to the Minister for Commercial Small Business.
Formerly a councillor with the Small & Medium Business Enterprise Council of the WA Chamber of Commerce and Industry. John is also a past committee member of the Australian British Chamber of Commerce. John is the past Deputy Chairman of Celebrate WA, responsible for Citizen of the Year Awards, Foundation Day, Proclamation Day, the Oz Concert and Adopt a Digger.
A Life Member of the Settlement Association of Western Australia, John was one of the original team members responsible for negotiating the only Settlement Agents Act in Australia.
The Rotary Club of Perth is another commitment, where he is a Past President and Paul Harris fellow and is actively involved in the Rotary initiative to establish a Perth City Markets.
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P. John Garland - Director
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John has been actively involved in real estate for more than 20 years. In addition to his sales role John is responsible for the company’s general management and business development.
In 2004 John graduated with an MBA from Edith Cowan University, majoring in International Business and Finance. He also completed the ECU/REIWA designed Executive Certificate in Real Estate Management and holds a Real Estate Triennial License.
With respect to professional organisations, John is a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and a consultant to the National Trust of Australia (WA). He is also a committee member of REIWA’s Rural Chapter committee and a committee member of FIABCI Australia (International Real Estate Federation).
John’s other interests include his role as immediate past President of the Old Haleians Association, Board Member of the Western Australian Club and immediate past President of the AJ Diamond Club (a coterie organisation associated with the Fremantle Football Club).
John has completed a personal land subdivision in Bali Indonesia and is frequently invited to speak at FIABCI and industry summits discussing South East Asia and China opportunities for investment in Western Australia. |
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Erica Hollins - Sales Administrator
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Erica works alongside brother John and father, John Snr to further enhance the personalised service Garland International have provided over the last fifty years.
Erica has vast experience in the rural business sector through her previous time with Garland International and a more recently held position at AACL, a rural investment firm.
Marketing analysis and client liaison allows Erica to excel in her preferred areas of creativity and communication.
Her experience in the rural financial sector has given Erica a great insight into the importance of attention to detail in the areas of contracts and systems implementation, an essential aspect of our industry. |
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Tracy Dunstan - Administration
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Frequently referred to as the foundation on which Garland International operates, Tracy has been with the company for over 16 years.
In that time, the company and our clients have been the beneficiaries of her exceptional interpersonal skills and years of experience. Tracy ensures the relationship between the company and client is maintained at the highest level.
Tracy’s role within the company also includes the coordination of the marketing and advertising, sales and settlement backup and the daily administration of the company.
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