Mike founded Aspire Property Management in 2012, after returning from working in property in the UK, and seeing a gap in the market in New Zealand for a proactive, customer-focussed and tech-savvy property management company. Mike was born on Auckland’s North Shore and has lived and worked in London, Sydney and Melbourne. Mike’s passionate about using technology to improve business performance and has set up systems and platforms that allow Aspire to work smartly and efficiently, with easy and transparent communication for customers, suppliers and tenants. He loves all sports; plays and coaches basketball, and will never miss a Warriors or a Black Caps game
About Us
Established in 2012, Aspire is a specialist residential and commercial property management company, offering a full range of property management services.
We are not real estate agents and we do not sell property – we focus on, and excel at, managing investment properties, so you can have peace of mind that we are focused 100% on achieving the best outcomes for your investment portfolios. We aim to make property investment easy so you can invest for the long term and relax, knowing that owning a property will be stress free when you use Aspire.
Founded and based in Takapuna, Auckland; we service the entire Auckland region, plus Hamilton and Tauranga, and surrounding areas. We value honest and transparent customer relationships and we are always striving to be the best in the business. We proudly boast a score of 4.9 on Google, which makes us the highest-rated property managers in New Zealand. Join us today and see why our customers are so happy!
Innovation & Technology
We don’t think like normal property management companies. We use the latest technology to ensure that we are always improving the property management experience for owners, tenants and our staff.
We use Property Me, Australasia’s #1 property management platform. This has empowered our team to work more efficiently and to deliver the best results for our clients.
We also use Tapi, a market-leading maintenance manager that gives our clients and tenants the best experience.
Tenant selection and tenancy agreement preparation is seamless, because we use the leading platform, Renti.
Our property owners have 24-hour access to the owner’s portal via Property Me, meaning they can access information about their property, whenever they want, wherever they want. They can see routine inspections, entry and exit property inspections, rent owing, rent paid.
Customer Success
We put our customers at the centre of everything that we do. We aim to help all of our property owners achieve their goals with their investment properties. We make decisions around how we operate as a property management company based on how it benefits you. Your success is our success.
Many of our team are property investors – so we know what works, what doesn’t, what’s important, and what levers to pull to maximize your return on investment.
We hire only passionate, friendly and trustworthy staff; the right people to look after your most valuable asset. People who are forward-thinking and ideas-driven, while being empathetic and kind. People who can relate to both owners and tenants.
Trust and Communication
Your rental property is likely to be your most valuable asset, so nothing is more important than being able to trust your property manager to look after it. We earn this trust through reliable performance, compliance, transparency and excellent communication with our property owners. When you become our client, your property manager will work with you to decide the communication level and style you prefer. We can contact you as often or as little as you like about your property – you decide.
We are proud to be the top-rated Auckland property management company on Google because our customers trust us. We take pride in our high standards as they are key to building clients’ trust in our service. We are Auckland’s leading property management company because our landlords trust us to find excellent tenants, to look after their property, and to communicate transparently at all times.
We are Qualified Property Managers. All of our team are either undergoing NZ skills level 4 training or have completed the course. They have the experience and skills to know how to manage your investment properties effectively. We want you to have peace of mind, knowing your real estate is in good hands. And we are not real estate agents, we are professional property managers.
Our Team
Daisy Sievewright
Operations Manager
Daisy is Aspire’s operations manager and head of HR, known for being knowledgable, resourceful, and always ready to learn something new. As Aspire’s first employee, she has been with Aspire as it grows. She spends her weekends outdoors with her two young boys.
Matte Srhoj
Head of Residential Property Management
Matte, a Point Chevalier local, attended St Francis Primary and St Peters College, where he was in the rowing squad and later coached. After beginning his career at Event Cinemas, he discovered his passion for property and now leads Aspire’s residential team. His goal is to make Aspire Auckland’s top property management company.
Lauren Daly
Commercial and Sales Manager
Lauren is currently on maternity leave. During her absence, Blake Greenhalgh (below) will take over as your point of contact. Lauren is passionate about both sides of her role at Aspire. She enjoys building strong relationships with her commercial landlords and tenants, while bringing on new clients and educating them about their rights and obligations as a landlord. Outside of work, Lauren can be found teaching group fitness classes at her local gym and playing football on Sundays.
Blake Greenhalgh
Commercial Consultant
With over 12 years of experience in the commercial property industry, Blake has held diverse roles, including asset management for NZX-listed funds, high-net-worth private investors, and charitable organisations. His passion for success enables him to bring parties together collaboratively, achieving the best results for all involved. Blake forges strong relationships with tenants and helps those less familiar with real estate align their property strategy with their organizational or investment goals. This alignment leads to greater results and successful outcomes while creating value for clients by growing their real estate assets. In his spare time, Blake enjoys taking his dog Howie to the beach and participating in sports, especially motorsports, though after suffering a broken neck, he is now an avid virtual sim racer.
Sam Hewetson
Customer Success Manager
Sam is an integral part of the Aspire team, having started as a Lettings Agent and quickly progressing to the role of Property Manager and Sales Extraordinaire. Along with property and sales, he has a passion for soccer and spending quality time with his family and friends.
Alice Whatman
Office Administrator
Alice is our dedicated administrator who thrives on maintaining the smooth operation of our Aspire office. Outside of work, she enjoys beach days, op-shopping for furniture, and camping adventures with friends and family. Her passion for life and eye for detail brings a unique flair to her work, making her an invaluable part of our team.
Joyce Tsang
Accounts Administrator
Joyce is originally from Hong Kong and has spent the past seven years living in New Zealand. She holds a Master’s degree in Engineering and has several years of experience working in body corporate accounts. Joyce loves traveling, cooking, and watching movies in her spare time. As a mother of two, she treasures weekends and holidays spent with her family. Joyce’s blend of professional expertise and personal passions makes her a valuable asset to our team.
Aria Yang
Water Administrator
Whether it’s implementing efficient billing systems, or addressing water-related queries, Aria approaches each task with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to excellence. Tackling water accounts administration for our 800+ portfolio of properties is no mean feat, and she manages to balance this with full-time studies majoring in Quantity surveying. Aside from her work, Aria enjoys watching movies, exploring new cuisines and occasionally indulging outdoor adventures like hiking.
Elizabeth Ricketts
Operations & Marketing
Elizabeth, a North Shore local, seamlessly merges her background in cafe management and graphic design here at Aspire. With a foundation in hospitality management, she brings effective communication and people skills to her role. Passionate about branding and advertising, she not only manages maintenance and partnerships but also contributes creatively to the marketing team. In her spare time, Elizabeth enjoys expressing her creativity through any outlet.
Justine Atkinson
Marketing Manager
With over 20 years of corporate marketing experience gained in the UK, Australia and NZ; Justine uses her marketing and media skills to bring the right customers to Aspire, and the right people to your rental property.
Anastasia Matiatos
Lettings Manager
Anastasia is a North Shore local with knowledge of all the best food & cocktail spots, after working in the bartending industry for over 2 years she knows how to mix up some delicious cocktails & mocktails. Has a strong passion for anything to do with property & design & completed an interior design internship while in school. She spends her free time fishing & camping and loves anything to do with the outdoors.
Elise Harrall
Residential Property Manager
Elise is a born and bred Aucklander with a passion for all things property and design. After earning her Bachelor’s degree in Education and becoming a certified teacher, Elise set sail around the world, managing the luxury interiors of superyachts. When she’s not busy you will find Elise out and about with a matcha in hand or walking along the beach with her dog.
Georgia Winnie
Residential Property Manager
Georgia was born and raised on the North Shore with a love for the outdoors and anything fitness-related. After four months of exploring Australia, Georgia has returned with a fresh perspective and boundless enthusiasm to dive into her property management role at Aspire Property Management. Excited for this new chapter, Georgia is ready to make a lasting impact in her role.
Hana Connolly
Residential Property Manager
With a diverse background and a passion for exceptional customer service, Hana brings a unique blend of experiences and skills to the world of property management. Born in Auckland, she has spent years travelling the world, exploring places like Europe, South East Asia, South America and the Pacific Islands. Hana has dedicated the last five years to the tourism industry in Queenstown, honing her problem-solving skills and customer service expertise. An enthusiastic team member, Hana is ready to tackle any challenge and provide top-notch service to our clients.
Jack Trower
Residential Property Manager
Jack prioritises effective communication and problem-solving. He has quickly established himself as a proactive and reliable team member, and he’s a property manager with a bright future. With a Bachelor of Laws and ongoing studies towards a Graduate Diploma in Conveyancing, he possesses a solid foundation of legal knowledge and a keen understanding of New Zealand’s property industry regulations. When not managing properties, Jack can be found exploring new destinations, hitting the slopes, or spending quality time with loved ones.
Maggie Du
Residential Property Manager
Maggie Du is more than just a property manager; she’s a dedicated partner in your journey to improve your property. With her expertise, love for working with people, and DIY flair, she’s poised to make your property dreams a reality. Whether you’re a homeowner, landlord, or tenant, you can count on Maggie to guide you toward a better property experience.
Robbie Chaimowitz
Residential Property Manager
Robbie, originally from South Africa, is an avid sportsman and has 9 years of experience as a property manager. He understands how to handle landlords, tenants, and property owners alike. He believes in giving back to the community and has made NZ his home for the past 15 years, with his wife and two sons.
Tim Bryant
Residential Property Manager
Tim, a commercial and residential landlord with properties throughout New Zealand, enjoys problem-solving and building relationships. He understands that communication is key and uses his unique position as a landlord to help his clients get the best outcomes for their investment properties. Tim has previously built and sold his own company.
Don Bailey
Maintenance Manager
Don, who has been with Aspire for eight years, spends his spare time sailing, fishing, and painting art. With his wife, he has hiked most of the NZ Great Walks.