API Appoints new National Director

API Appoints new National Director

The Australian Property Institute (API) recently announced the appointment of Mr David Haythorn as the organisation’s new National Director/Chief Executive Officer.

“David brings with him a wealth of knowledge and experience in the property industry,” said API National President, Mr Philip Western.

David joins the API from his most recent role as General Manager, Building Management Australia (BMA). BMA is an industry leader in on-site building management and facilities management for the residential and commercial strata industry. Here, David initiated proactive and cost-effective advancements for the long-term benefit of owners, developers and residents.

Prior to this, for 5 years at Raine & Horne, David held  the role of General Manager of Operations, reporting directly to the Board. David was responsible for some significant enhancements to the Raine & Horne brand during that period and had overall day to day responsibility for the strategic and operational management of the Real Estate Franchise Network, with nearly 600 franchises across Australia and overseas.

David is also the founding partner and shareholder in Australian Real Estate Finance Group (AREFG), establishing the Raine and Horne Financial Services National franchise network. AREFG is one of Australia’s leading financial innovators in the real estate and property sector.

“David’s diverse property industry experience, expertise, skills and qualifications place him in good stead to lead the API into the future and ensure that the API continues to be Australia’s leading membership organisation of choice for all property professionals.

“We look forward to working with David and are confident in the partnership that lies ahead with the API,” said Philip Western.

David will commence his role with API on 5th December.