Matthew Horncastle
Managing Director
On a daily basis, Matthew oversees multiple aspects of Williams Corporation's operations, including land acquisition, development design, resource consents, development sales, marketing, and finance. As a qualified builder and over a decade of experience in the construction industry, Matthew is well-versed in managing complex development projects. His unwavering enthusiasm and energy align with Williams Corporation's mission to enhance the liveability of New Zealand and Australia.
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Based in Christchurch
E: matthew@williamscorporation.comBlair Chappell
Managing Director
Possessing a qualification as a business analyst and having over seven years of experience in the construction industry, Blair is highly knowledgeable in managing the intricacies of development projects. Blair is responsible for product and contractor procurement, pricing, site management, and building consents. Blair is deeply passionate about the entire process of development, from its inception as an idea on a set of plans to its completion as a realised product with satisfied homeowners and tenants.
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Based in Christchurch
E: blair@williamscorporation.comKathryn Marshall
General Manager
Kathryn has a 32-year career in construction. Kathryn overviews the company finances and cash flow position and is responsible for company systems, processes, controls and oversees legal and technical documents. Kathryn has a Bachelor of Agricultural Science Degree, including business subjects. Kathryn creates the vision, along with Matthew and Blair and forms highly skilled teams to deliver the outcomes ethically.
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Based in Christchurch
E: kathryn@williamscorporation.comGreg Munt
Managing Director, Own with Williams
Greg heads up our co-ownership property investment company 'Own With Williams' which enables more people to get into the property market sooner. Greg has over 20 years experience in the financial services industry having built and sold several businesses in this field. The last was a team of over 60 people specialising in property finance, investment, insurance and accounting, spread from Auckland to Christchurch. Greg has a passion for property having been an investor now for 25 years.
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Based in Auckland
E: greg.munt@williamscorporation.comTaylor Green
Managing Director, AirHome
Taylor leads our AirHome division, delivering high-quality, prefabricated homes across New Zealand. With a proven record in the industry, having founded, grown, and successfully sold a previous prefabricated home business, Taylor brings deep expertise and insight to AirHome. Taylor also has a passion for property, helping renovate his various investment properties over the last 15 years.
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Based in Auckland
E: taylor.green@williamscorporation.co.nzNathan Veevers
National Design Manager
Nathan has over 20 years experience in a number of architectural practices, ranging from large group home builders to small architectural groups. As a qualified licensed building practitioner in design and previous experience as a Homestar Assessor and the Superhome Movement, Nathan oversees consenting throughout the country.
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Based in Christchurch
E: nathan.veevers@williamscorporation.comDan Drum-Molloy
National Project Manager
Dan has nearly 10 years experience in the building industry, with the last 6 years in managing and building high quality multi-unit developments. Dan is a licensed building practitioner who loves overseeing projects at a high standard from start to finish.
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Based in Christchurch
E: dan.molloy@williamscorporation.comNick Jeffrey
Manager, Marketing
Nick has over 13 years of marketing and advertising experience across Australasia, where he managed the delivery of award-winning integrated campaigns for renowned brands. In 2022, Nick’s campaign work won a Silver Effie, a Bronze D&AD pencil, and was a category winner at the New Zealand Marketing Awards.
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Based in Christchurch
E: nick.jeffrey@williamscorporation.co.nzMitchell Podmore
Christchurch Sales Manager
Mitchell has been in sales for almost 10 years and solely focused on property for the last 4 years. Mitchell is a keen investor himself having purchased 2 Williams Corporation properties and has grown up in Christchurch. He comes from a competitive cycling background so he knows what its like to work hard for your goals. He loves making the buying process easy and loves working with like minded people. In the weekend you will find him out on the bike or on the water wakeboarding.
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Based in Christchurch
E: mitchell.podmore@williamscorporation.comStephen Pike
Auckland Sales Manager
Stephen has over 15 years experience in property sales and has helped over 1000 customers either invest or own residential real estate. Stephen’s professional approach and strong knowledge of market opportunities ensure that his customers get the best advice and information to enable a sound decision is made. Achieving financial security for his customers is of the utmost importance.
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Based in Auckland
E: stephen@williamscorporation.comDavid Living
Wellington Sales Manager
David is passionate about helping investors and first home buyers achieve financial freedom through property ownership and investment. He has been an entrepreneur and business owner since leaving university as well as working in property development for the last 6 years. David is passionate about understanding each client’s individual investing requirements and tailoring a solution to fit.
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Based in Wellington
E: david.living@williamscorporation.comFreddie Steenfeldt-Kristensen
Wellington Deputy Sales Manager
Coming from a very business-oriented family, Freddie has a long-standing interest in the world of business, more specifically property. With a strong belief that property investment is fundamental to creating generational wealth, Freddie utilises his knowledge and passion to help clients achieve financial freedom and develop a strong property portfolio. Freddie also has a degree in Business Management and International Business, allowing him to provide alternative insights into the industry for his clients, whilst working in a professional, trustworthy and friendly manner.
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Based in Wellington
E: freddie.steenfeldtkristensen@williamscorporation.comBen Cloake
Client Consultant
Ben has over 15 years experience in the Sales industry, With a background in Solar, Insulation, Heating, and Home Efficiency. He is very passionate about helping first home buyers and investors get onto the property ladder. Ben's collaborative approach helps his clients feel informed and make decisions with confidence.
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Based in Christchurch
E: ben@williamscorporation.comSam Penman
Client Consultant
Sam is passionate about all things property. With his background in real estate and property management, Sam shares a wealth of knowledge with his clients, tailored to first-home buyers and investors, and their property goals. He knows that investing in property is a step towards financial freedom, and he guides clients on this journey with expertise and empathy. Sam builds clear and achievable goals and supports clients every step to achieve their property dreams.
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Based in Wellington
E: sam.penman@williamscorporation.comMark Nuttall
Director - Australia
Mark has a Diploma in Construction and Quantity Surveying. He has worked in Christchurch, London, Melbourne, and Sydney in the residential, commercial, and civil industries for over 28 years. Mark is a property investor and hands-on business owner who makes himself available 24/7 for all clients.
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Based in Sydney
E: mark.nuttall@williamscorporation.comBen Kim
Client Consultant
Ben's top customer service level was the core reason for his highly successful career in automotive sales of 10 years, where he helped over 1,000 customers. Many of his clients returned to him multiple times for his sharp analysis of market trends and interpreting them to his clients, allowing them to make a sound decision at the right timing. He first engaged Williams Corporation as a client and fell in love with its houses and its professional team members. It didn’t take long for him to realise it made perfect sense to transfer his skills and experience to Williams Corporation and help clients achieve their financial goals and property aspirations. Ben is also fluent in Korean.
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Based in Auckland
E: ben.kim@williamscorporation.comJoss Traub
Client Consultant
Following on from his years working as a real-estate licensee, Joss Traub is already appreciating just how well the skills he amassed in his previous training, studies and experience dovetail with those required in the industry. Before studying for a quadruple major in sport and exercise science, physiology, personal training and gym management at Massey University, Joss lived and trained in Japan as an international Judo athlete, all of which involve high levels of self-discipline, reflection and application. Listening to clients’ needs and understanding what they require are particular skills that Joss has honed and, with his drive to achieve impeccable results, he is looking forward to a successful career with the Williams Corporation family.
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Based in Christchurch
E: joss.traub@williamscorporation.comConstance Hao
Client Consultant
Constance has a strong passion for the real estate industry and loves helping clients reach their real estate goals, no matter how challenging they may seem. Constance is a homeowner herself, so she relates to her clients easily, whilst being able to share her exceptional knowledge and expertise. Fluent in English and Mandarin.
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Based in Christchurch
E: constance.hao@williamscorporation.comCarl da Costa
Client Consultant
Carl has had over 15 years in real estate sales along with extensive experience as a property investor, business owner, entrepreneur and public speaker. His passion is helping others achieve personal and financial freedom by providing enthusiastic support, encouragement and expertise. His belief is that nothing is impossible by maintaining a positive can-do attitude. Let Carl share his enthusiasm to support your goals and property aspirations.
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Based in Christchurch
E: carl.dacosta@williamscorporation.comAnnie An
Client Consultant
Annie is passionate about helping buyers find their dream home and enjoys building long-term relationships with buyers. Annie has a Master’s degree in Communication Management (Distinction), and she has an overseas background in the film and television industry. She is proficient in cross-cultural communication and has experience in dealing with people from different countries. She is able to capture the needs of buyers, and has the patience to assist buyers. Being able to accompany every buyer and witness the buyer’s life journey brings her happiness. Fluent in English, Mandarin.
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Based in Wellington
E: annie.an@williamscorporation.comLeon Liu
Client Consultant
Leon has a degree in Marketing and comes from a background of investment and project management. Leon is multi-lingual, being fluent in English and Mandarin . Leon's unique approach to customer relations has made his success. His approach is straight forward, simple easy and sharp. He makes people think like an investor.
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Based in Christchurch
E: leon.liu@williamscorporation.comMatt Withington
Client Consultant
As a licensed builder, experienced new-home consultant, homeowner and property investor, Matt brings a wealth of technical know-how to the Williams Corporation team. Matt has a trusted reputation, built on positive communication and assists customers with options that will perform best now and into the future. Matt genuinely loves talking about property and is passionate about helping people achieve their goals.
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Based in Christchurch
E: matt.withington@williamscorporation.comKim Smrekar
Client Consultant
Kim has an extensive background in mechanical engineering with over 15 years of experience in various roles. Kim has always been passionate about property and investment and is now stepping into a new career with a mindset to live an independent and prosperous life. He is intent on solving questions efficiently and creating great relationships with customers. Kim loves how life gives you many amazing opportunities to meet new people, learn new things and achieve new goals.
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Based in Christchurch
E: kim.smrekar@williamscorporation.comJoy Singh
Client Consultatnt
Joy is an astute sales & management professional, a successful entrepreneur and a mindset coach. He encompasses a potpourri of skills that he has honed from experience across a myriad of industries — retail, wholesale, education, property and much more. Real-estate has been an inherent part of his journey from his formative years. He takes much pride in property development and ascertaining financial freedom for himself as well as for those he works with.
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Based in Christchurch
E: joy.singh@williamscorporation.comShanaiya Kudumula
Client Consultant
Shanaiya is a celebrated leadership and communication expert. Her passion in the realm of people and business transformation is all-encompassing. Having anchored the research fields of corporate governance, psychology, and employment relations, she stands as a bespoke leader with in-depth knowledge that she channels towards engaging, empowering and enriching people and communities locally & globally. She wears her ‘multiple hats’ of being a mom, a businesswoman, a researcher, a model and a mentor with impeccable grace & poise. Shanaiya has a keen interest in wealth creation through real-estate.
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Based in Christchurch
E: shanaiya.kudumula@williamscorporation.comRam Chattu
Client Consultant
With nearly 8 years of experience in sales and customer service, Ram Chattu is an accomplished member and brings a wealth of expertise to Williams Corporation's Christchurch team, dedicated to helping clients navigate the real estate market with confidence. His deep knowledge of Christchurch’s dynamic market enables him to guide clients—whether first-time homebuyers or seasoned investors—toward smart, informed decisions. Known for his friendly, straightforward approach, Ram strives to make each property journey rewarding and the buying process smooth and stress-free, empowering clients to secure their future in the vibrant New Zealand real estate landscape.
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Based in Christchurch
E: ram.chattu@williamscorporation.comSravya Kalli
Client Consultant
As an immigrant myself I learnt early on that home ownership is the key to growing wealth and ending the cycle of paying rent. I use knowledge of my degree in Psychology to understand and communicate with clients from diverse backgrounds easily. I offer my clients honesty, and understanding and strive to help every client experience the joy of security and financial stability home ownership can bring. I am fluent in multiple Indian languages and English. As a hobby, I write articles on parenting. I love spending time with family and friends in my free time.
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Based in Wellington
E: sravya.kalli@williamscorporation.comArun Kumar
Client Consultant
Arun is driven by a deep commitment to helping investors and home buyers navigate the property market with ease and confidence. With a strong background in business development and property sales, he combines his expertise in marketing and real estate to offer clients personalized solutions tailored to their unique needs. Arun’s goal is to empower his clients by providing them with the tools and insights they need to make informed property decisions, ensuring long-term success and financial security.
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Based in Wellington
E: arun.kumar@williamscorporation.comSimon Yeo
Client Consultant
An experienced real estate professional with more than 10 years of experience in advising clients who are keen to invest in Singapore and overseas properties. Simon has a Masters of Science in Real Estate Investment and Finance from the United Kingdom, a Masters of Applied Finance from Australia, a Postgraduate Qualification and a Bachelor of Commerce in both eCommerce and Marketing from the United Kingdom and Australia respectively.
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Based in Singapore
E: simon.yeo@williamscorporation.co.nzJaymie Yip
Client Consultant
Having a versatile background in real estate, entrepreneurship, education and sciences, Jaymie is a dynamic professional who brings a unique set of skills to the Williams Corporation family. Dedicated to delivering excellence, Jaymie is committed to helping clients make informed decisions and navigate the real estate landscape. With her expertise in market analysis, negotiation, and property evaluation, Jaymie excels in providing personalized guidance and delivering exceptional results to help clients achieve financial freedom and build their ideal future through genuine and trustworthy property investment advisory.
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Based in Singapore
E: jaymie.yip@williamscorporation.comJosie Fergusson
Client Consultant
Having completed her BFA and a Diploma in Architectural Technology, Josie has several years of experience working as an interior designer in Auckland, London and Singapore. Her passion for property and residential design is undeniable, and she is dedicated to assisting investors and first home buyers in attaining their property goals. Josie is strongly committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for every client.
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Based in Auckland
E: josie.fergusson@williamscorporation.comJoão Roldão
Architect
Joāo is a Registered Architect in Portugal and NZ and has over 20 years of experience spanning different scales and densities in Residential, Tourism, Culture, Office and Mixed-Use Developments, both in Europe and New Zealand. Joāo’s previous experience has enabled him to contribute to the Christchurch rebuild, working on several commercial projects with a high seismic resilience level. With Joāo’s strong eye for detail and passion for Art and Design, he believes that Architecture is a powerful tool that improves the quality of the environment and enhances the lives of people and communities.
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Based in Christchurch
E: joao.roldao@williamscorporation.comBjorn Dunlop
Special Projects Manager
Bjorn is passionate about designing quality places and spaces for people. With a strong leadership and project delivery focus, Bjorn has been Designing and Leading multiple teams for numerous large-scale and complex projects across diverse sectors, in a range of locations. Bjorn is proud of the work he does with a portfolio that demonstrates a range of architecture responsive to its context, as well as meeting client requirements Bjorn enjoys collaborating with his team and the wider consulting team, to create spaces and places that people will love. Outside of work, Bjorn loves adventuring and can be mountain biking, hiking, skiing, or just ‘being’ in New Zealand’s amazing outdoors.
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Based in Christchurch
E: bjorn.dunlop@williamscorporation.co.nzBrian Recla
Revit Technician
Brian Recla is a registered and licensed architect in the Philippines, with more than 7 years of experience in the construction industry working on vertical projects in VisMin, Philippines. He is proficient in Revit software and advanced skill in BIM (Building Information Modelling).
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Based in Cebu
E: brian.recla@williamscorporation.comLogan Rule
Project Manager
Logan is a Qualified Carpenter with over 10 years of experience in the industry. Before joining Williams Corporation, Logan worked in a foreman role at a residential company based in Selwyn, Christchurch. Logan has a fantastic work ethic and understands how to work with people constructively to help get the job done efficiently and to the highest standard.
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Based in Christchurch
E: Logan.rule@williamscorporation.comZi Ge
Project Manager
Zi has accumulated over a decade of invaluable experience within the construction industry. His journey commenced with a Bachelor's degree in Architectural Studies from the University of Auckland. Following this, he dedicated five years to honing his skills in Foundations and Carpentry, before spending an additional two years in Construction Management.Zi's unwavering passion for the building industry propels him forward. His dedication is now channelled into his role as the Auckland Project Manager at Williams Corporation, where he aspires to make a significant impact.
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Based in Auckland
E: zi.ge@williamscorporation.comMitch Chapman
Project Manager
Mitch is a qualified painter with over 10 years experience in the industry, both in New Zealand and the UK, as well as running his own business for 2 years prior to joining Williams Corporation. Coming from a sporting background, Mitch has a good understanding of teamwork and understands how important communication and clarity is to get everyone on the same page to achieve a common goal.
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Based in Christchurch
E: Mitch.chapman@williamscorporation.comDion Maw
Senior Accountant
Dion has a Master's degree in accountancy and brings an extensive background in corporate restructuring, banking, and not-for-profit organisations. He thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and loves working collaboratively. Dion is excited to be a part of the Williams Corporation team helping build better housing for New Zealand's home buyers and investors.
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Based in Christchurch
E: dion.maw@williamscorporation.comLyle Alegado
Regional Accounting Manager
Lyle is a Certified Public Accountant and has worked as an external auditor for 2 years prior to joining Williams Corporation. Now, he is leading the Accounting Team in Cebu, providing excellent accounting support to the NZ teams at the same time ensuring that all transactions are appropriately accounted for in accordance with international standards and Philippine requirements.
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Based in Cebu
E: lyle@williamscorporation.comMichelle M. Tayo
Digital Assistant Manager
Michelle is focused on dealing with Williams Corporation's clients, answering their queries, and allocating them to property consultants as leads. Michelle is always ready in giving information packs and comprehending what development is needed to be sent. With more than ten years of customer service experience, Michelle is fully equipped in delivering the job accurately, listening to customers thoroughly, and servicing them with integrity.
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Based in Cebu
E: michelle.tayo@williamscorporation.comRona Yu
Executive Assistant to Matthew Horncastle
Rona is Matthew Horncastle's Executive Assistant and Social Media Marketer. Her background includes working as a Marketing Coordinator, Content Writer, Account Executive, and Virtual Assistant before joining Williams Corporation. She has a degree in Marketing Management but she studied Pharmacy for three years before making the huge shift.
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Based in Cebu
E: rona.yu@williamscorporation.comKenneth Blen Rapal
Maintenance Manager
Kenneth, a licensed Engineer in the Philippines, brings extensive expertise in Property Maintenance Management, specifically in commercial and residential high-rise buildings. His recent role emphasized the importance of integrating maintenance considerations, such as repairs and troubleshooting, early in the construction phase. This ensures seamless collaboration between construction and maintenance teams, allowing for easy access in the future.
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Based in Cebu
E: kenneth.rapal@williamscorporation.comMarjorie Casero
Project Coordinator
Marjorie is a Licensed Civil Engineer with experience in Quantity Surveying and Construction Management. As a Quantity Surveyor, she handled high-rise projects which gave her commendable experience in Construction Estimates, Tendering, and Project Cost Management. She also started as a Junior Site Engineer in Construction Management and was then promoted to the Senior CE in a short period.
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Based in Cebu
E: marjorie.casero@williamscorporation.com