Ellen manages the overall strategy, operations, and performance of Goodman’s multi-billion-dollar Western Sydney logistics, commercial, and data centre portfolio. During her 20-plus years at Goodman, Ellen has held roles in asset management, including a four-year secondment to facilitate Goodman’s expansion in Europe. She works closely with Goodman’s customers, as well as internal teams across operations, capital transactions, valuation, development, marketing, legal and finance. She has a Bachelor of Property Economics, is a member of the Property Council of Australia’s National Industrial Roundtable, and is the founder of Women in Industrial.

Charlotte Brabant has over twenty years experience in the property sector. She commenced her career in retail and mixed use property development for private developers Multiplex and Beville Group before moving to the AREIT sector and joining GPT. At GPT, Charlotte was invited to join the logistics and business parks development team. Interested in learning a new sector – and developing a wealth of transferable skills – she jumped at the chance.

Since then, Charlotte has honed her skills with a particular focus on repositioning and re/developments and has developed a keen understanding for evaluating project feasibility and asset repositioning initiatives through greenfield and brownfield developments nationally.

With over 20 years of experience in industrial, Toni Ryan has seen the sector transform from the ugly duckling to the swan of the property sector. 

And through it all, she remains passionate about the sector’s dynamic nature and its significant contribution to the global economy. 

In her current role at Realterm, Toni leads the launch and execution of the company’s fund platform in Australia. Previously, she was the Portfolio Manager at 151 Property, a Blackstone portfolio company, leading the Queensland and New South Wales asset management team, and delivering on the investment mandates for its funds.

Toni has also held roles at AMP Capital and Stockland, where she delivered investment outcomes across a diverse industrial portfolio spanning multiple open- and closed-ended funds as well as separate investment mandates.

Toni is committed to shaping the sector by promoting greater diversity and inclusivity – empowering rising female leaders to advance their career and achieve their aspirations.

Rachel has more than 10 years’ experience in the industrial sector joining Frasers in 2020 following almost 7 years at DHL in strategic portfolio and asset management roles for Oceania and prior to that 6 years at CBRE.

Amy joined the property sector in 2014 and has worked in a number of development roles including industrial at GPT, learning all aspects of the property development processes. Amy has experience across the complete development life cycle from land acquisitions, through to funding, construction and leasing of new logistics facilities.

Stephanie joined the property industry in 2013 and quickly moved into the industrial sector in 2014. Stephanie has been at Charter Hall for over 6 years, first in property management and then asset management where she currently manages a portfolio of 18 facilities in NSW.

Rulla has over 10 years’ experience managing complex, live environment, refurbishments and new builds in the industrial sector representing clients in superintendent and tenant representative roles. Rulla works with both local and global brands delivering projects from highly automated Distribution Centres to Bulk Storage facilities of varying scale.

Grace Ruffle stepped into industrial with Goodman while finishing university – and hasn’t looked back since. As an Assistant Project Manager, she thrives on the complexity of industrial developments and is passionate about shaping the sector’s future.

Still early in her career, she has already made an impact: delivering her first major project, Gateway@Murarrie. This project set a new benchmark as Goodman’s first Six-Star Green Star development.

As a WIN committee member, Grace brings a fresh perspective and hands-on support to expand WIN’s reach in Queensland. 

Tara Starr discovered industrial through a graduate program and was instantly drawn to the industry’s fast pace and hands-on nature. Now a development manager at Greystar, she’s passionate about projects that champion sustainability and wellbeing.

In just a few years, Tara has already cemented herself as a rising force in the industry, earning the Property Council of Australia’s Future Property Leader Award. 

She also presented at Green Building Council Australia’s Green Building Day on a development she managed – which became the first industrial project in Australia to achieve a 6 Star Green Star rating and Embodied Carbon Neutral certification. 

As a WIN committee member, Tara wants to amplify WIN’s impact and inspire young women to pursue careers in industrial. 

Mandy Spek entered the sector as a commercial and industrial Property Manager at Cromwell Property Group and AMP Capital. Now Portfolio Manager at ESR Australia, Mandy leverages her 14-year property career and background in social work and accounting to drive portfolio growth.

While Mandy enjoys all aspects of industrial, she has a special interest in lifecycle asset planning, risk management and implementing strategies for maintenance optimisation. 

Mandy thrives on the sector’s intellectual challenges and, through her work with WIN, is dedicated to inspiring the next generation of women in industrial property.

Joana Villaflor has worked in industrial for over 10 years. 

Her career began after she moved from New Zealand to Melbourne, taking on a role with Goodman to manage a diverse portfolio. This opportunity sparked a passion for industrial and led Joana to work with top teams at Stockland, Charter Hall and now, ISPT.

Joana thrives on delivering and managing best-in-class industrial estates but is just as excited about fostering industry connections. Grateful for her early mentors, she’s now dedicated to paying it forward.

As a WIN committee member, Joana’s here to support the next generation of talent – and drive meaningful change in the sector.

Siobhan O’Reilly didn’t always see herself in industrial property. But with a natural talent for economics, mathematics and design, her journey there was inevitable – as she quickly discovered during an industrial rotation in the Colliers Graduate Program.

As a Development Manager at ESR, Siobhan is dedicated to designing industrial estates that balance investment outcomes with community impact. One of her groundbreaking projects? Craigieburn Logistics Estate – a 90ha precinct anchored by Amazon in the largest industrial facility in Australia and New Zealand

Siobhan strives to be at the forefront of innovative technological solutions that support a data-driven approach to investment and development management. 

But beyond that, she’s passionate about inspiring young women to view industrial as an exciting and viable career path. Through WIN, she hopes to bridge the gender gap and empower the next generation of women to pursue opportunities in this field.

Melissa Gardner moved from office to logistics in 2022. The move sparked her passion for industrial, where she’s fascinated by how it powers everything we consume.

As a Business Solutions Manager at The GPT Group, Melissa specialises in tenant businesses and driving asset performance. In 2024, she successfully closed one of the biggest – and more complex – GLA deals in Melbourne’s west. 

Through WIN, Melissa hopes to learn from other women’s journeys and empower the next wave of female leaders to excel in their careers. 

Rachel is dedicated to becoming a versatile, multi-sector specialist. She has spent most of her career in the retail property sector before moving into industrial, where she’s now an Asset Manager at ISPT. In this role, Rachel is driven by her passion for delivering high-quality industrial assets that evolve with market trends and support carbon neutrality.

Her career highlights? Playing a pivotal role in Aventus Property’s successful ASX IPO in 2015 – and contributing to the delivery of ISPT’s flagship industrial estate, Elevation at Greystanes.

Rachel is keen to bring fresh perspectives on supporting women’s careers. Whether it be navigating transitions to motherhood, taking career breaks and beyond, she is committed to empowering women at every stage. 

As director of development at Greystar, Theodore Berney oversees the delivery of industrial projects from conception to completion. 

With 12+ years of experience under his belt, he’s managed over $1.5 billion in developments – including high-profile projects during his time at Charter Hall and the GPT Group.

As WIN’s only male committee member (for now!), Theodore brings a wealth of industry knowledge, a passion for diversity – and a desire to drive meaningful change.  

As a passionate advocate for women in industrial, Laura Everett is dedicated to increasing representation in the sector. 

Beyond WIN, she sits on Melbourne University’s Property Industry Advisory Board, playing a key role in shaping the curriculum and attracting the next generation of industry talent.

As an Asset Manager at Charter Hall, Laura drives asset performance and tenant growth, leveraging the experience she developed while working at Knight Frank, Growthpoint Properties and GPT.

With a broad industry network and a drive for change, Laura is ready to champion a more inclusive industrial sector. 

Stefanie started her career in real estate while still in high school, working in reception at a local real estate agency.

After graduating with a Bachelor of Business (Property) degree at RMIT, she took on several roles before joining Colliers. There, Stefanie supported ASX-listed industrial clients for 16 years, growing in that time from Portfolio Manager to National Director.

In 2021, Stefanie joined TMX as Director of the Portfolio Management division – a position she still holds today. In her brief time at TMX, Stefanie has already established the Portfolio Management business line, growing it from $11 million under management in 2021 to $235 million in 2023.

Now, Stefanie is bringing her 20+ years of knowledge and experience in industrial to WIN, helping other women discover the endless possibilities of this dynamic industry.

Camilla has worked in industrial since 2009 in capital transactions, investment management and most recently in funds management at LOGOS as Assistant Fund Manager.

Jessica is responsible for facilitating all aspects of Pre-Contract activities – ensuring that client’s achieve their short and long-term goals; specific to their development and investment requirements.

Jessica moved from commercial and mixed-use construction to industrial, lured by the industry’s fast-growing nature. Since then, she’s moved from bid management to development, with a focus on delivering exceptional outcomes for her clients.

Specialising in complex, large format industrial construction; Jessica’s multidisciplinary skillset sees her involved in negotiation to secure new business.

Sinead has worked at Frasers Property’s Industrial division since 2015 in cost planning roles; a critical aspect of development planning and feasibility.

Shelley’s introduction to the industrial sector began unexpectedly when she joined Goodman’s Australian marketing team. But after experiencing the sector’s critical role in driving economic growth and uncovering its diverse career opportunities, she knew it was where she wanted to be.

Now, seven years on, Shelley continues to use her astute marketing skills as Marketing Manager for Goodman’s Queensland, Western Sydney, and Inner West property portfolios. She leads strategic marketing initiatives, targeted campaigns, and branding efforts for both new developments and existing properties.

It’s a skillset Shelley employs regularly in her role on WIN’s Marketing subcommittee, helping to craft content that showcases WIN’s work – and just how exciting industrial can be.

Antoinette Cardona’s first industrial role involved working side-by-side with a group of private investors – an introduction that got her hooked. Inspired by the sector’s impact on the local and global economy, Antoinette dove in, growing her expertise at industry-leading firms CBRE and Charter Hall.

Her specialty? Delivering large-scale capital expenditure projects, like the delivery of a warehouse expansion and large-scale civil project upgrade at a 54-ha industrial estate.

Now, as an Asset Manager at 151 Property, Antoinette is growing her experience in the exciting and dynamic acquisitions sector, allowing her to further increase her knowledge in all things Industrial.

In addition to her industry expertise, Antoinette relishes the chance to have a positive impact on her direct reports. Acting as a go-to advocate in times of need and helping staff access career-changing opportunities – like achieving promotion while on maternity leave.

Maria Russo-Fama began her journey in the industrial sector as the owner and operator of a successful manufacturing plant. However, Maria’s ambition to improve gender equity in the sector was bigger than one business.

Moving on from her own business, Maria has applied her extensive experience across several organizations before joining Cushman & Wakefield and being nominated to CoreNet Global’s Board. While Maria’s list of achievements is impressive, one is especially close to her heart: successfully lobbying for parental leave improvements at Cushman & Wakefield in her role as the Women in Integrated Networks’ ANZ Lead. This achievement has forever improved the career prospects of women across this globally recognized agency.

Now, with over 25 years in the industry under her belt, Maria supports WIN with her wealth of experience and her extensive network. Through her position on the committee, she hopes to create meaningful connections with like-minded women and use her unwavering passion and commitment to empower female leaders to navigate – and succeed in – the industrial sector.

Abby Jones held a variety of roles in property and asset management – including in the residential, commercial and large-format retail sectors – before finding her passion: industrial.

And with a lifelong fascination with warehouse logistics, manufacturing and assembly of goods, Abby has indeed found her place.

She sits on several committees, including for the Property Council of Australia and WiN, supporting their work with her breadth of expertise across asset management. Abby embraces every opportunity to broaden her industry networks – and pave the way for the next generation of women in industrial.

Alice Crowley started her career in real estate with The GPT Group before relocating to Singapore to work with Lendlease Asia. She is currently the Director of International Capital at Knight Frank, where she assists Asian-based investors in implementing investment strategies. 

With more than a decade of experience under her belt, Alice is driven by the industry’s dynamic nature and the global opportunities it offers. As a WIN committee member, she is dedicated to learning from and supporting the network and acting as an advocate for a diverse set of voices across the industry.

Caris Kinsella took a leap into industrial in 2021, leaving behind a career in PR to embrace the exciting opportunities of brokerage.

She started in CBRE’s North Sydney Industrial & Office Parks team, before moving to the Central West Industrial team. Here, Caris is focused on the fast-growing core industrial market.

Caris was drawn into industrial by the relationships, the variety and the energy. No two days are the same, and the fast-paced nature and opportunity makes industrial an exciting place to be.

As a female broker in a heavily male-dominated sector, Caris is passionate about forging equality. As a WIN committee member, she’s ready to bring fresh ideas, help grow the network and inspire more women to join the industry.

Jeanette Ward embarked on her industrial career 27 years ago in Melbourne’s south. Since then, she has built an impressive career across landlord, agency and tenant roles.

Her experience spans property management and supply chain and logistics, developed through pivotal roles at industry leaders like Visy and Toll.

Today, Jeanette brings her deep knowledge to Knight Frank, where she oversees the development of Australia’s largest intermodal facilities and industrial estates.

Her proudest achievements include designing a centralised operating model for Toll and leading the transfer of 280 leases during the company’s Global Express divestment.

As a WIN member, Jeanette is eager to contribute to shaping an equitable, diverse and forward-thinking industrial landscape.

Crystal Bennett-Dezwart moved into the industrial sector after seeking a fresh challenge beyond her years as a residential sales agent in Western Sydney. Drawn to the fast-paced and dynamic nature of the industry, she discovered her niche in marketing and operations at CBRE.

Now, as the National Operations Manager – Industrial & Logistics at CBRE, Crystal’s focus is on streamlining processes, driving strategic initiatives and supporting her team to grow and succeed.

Driven by a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion, Crystal is excited to bring the same dedication and experience to WIN. She values the opportunity to connect, share and learn from other inspiring women, seeing WIN as a space to collaborate, foster growth and help drive meaningful change across the industry.

Previously a senior property manager in the office sector, Ainsley White was drawn to industrial after witnessing its rapid growth in the wake of the ecommerce boom.

So in 2021, she jumped at the chance to join Charter Hall as an Asset Manager.

Ainsley is passionate about maximising the value and efficiency of assets while delivering high-class progressive facilities for tenants.

As a WIN committee member, she hopes to grow her network – and inspire more women to break barriers and build careers in industrial.