Join Josh Altman for a candid conversation on pressure, performance, and the realities of operating at the top of global real estate, with practical lessons agents can apply immediately. (Recorded live for podcast)
Recognized as one of the most dynamic, high-performing agents in the luxury home real estate market, Josh Altman consistently shatters records across the globe and ranks in the top 1% of real estate agents throughout the world. Having sold over $9 billion over the course of his career, he has put himself in a league of his own. He has transacted more than $5.2 billion from 2021 to date, averaging more than $100 million per month in sales. Josh specializes in selling and marketing some of the world's most iconic and significant properties to his connections and network of high-net-worth individuals. His uncompromising professionalism and tenacious drive have yielded his unheard-of rapid rise to success in the real estate industry, crowning him, his brother Matt, and his wife Heather as the most successful team in Los Angeles year after year.
His success has resulted in a great number of features in national media outlets, including Forbes, CNBC, Wall Street Journal, NY Times, Fox Business News, and many more. Each year, Josh is recognized in dozens of rankings, including The Wall Street Journal and Hollywood Reporter, as a top agent. Josh has implemented top-notch professionalism and experience in the real estate field to develop his own team with his partners, Heather and Matt Altman. In 2019, they opened the first-ever stand-alone office for their team in Los Angeles on the famed Robertson Blvd. The Altman Brothers have expanded into Orange County with their second stand-alone flagship office in Corona Del Mar, which is considered a state-of-the-art real estate lounge.
Josh's passion for teaching others how to achieve success is realized through his team of highly coveted agents. The Altman Brothers’ charitable contributions have remained at the forefront of their lives, always making sure to give back to the community. Josh was born and raised in Newton, Massachusetts, where he earned his bachelor’s degree at Syracuse University. An Orangeman for life, Josh was the kicker for the back-to-back Big East Champions from 1997 to 1999. After college, he moved to Los Angeles, becoming one of the most powerful agents in the world. Josh currently resides in Los Angeles with his wife, Heather, and their two children, Alexis and Ace.
With more than 25 years of experience leading and mentoring high-performing real estate professionals, Troy Malcolm brings a progressive, people focused approach to his role as Managing Director of McGrath Coast & Canopy Group, overseeing the Manly, The Forest, and St Ives offices. Working closely with John McGrath since the formative years of the McGrath business, Troy has been instrumental in shaping McGrath’s strategic vision and consistently delivering outstanding results for agents, teams, and clients across Australia’s East Coast.
Troy is renowned as an award winning auctioneer with a proven track record for designing innovative sales strategies and fostering a culture of excellence. Conducting over 500 auctions each year, his dynamic presence and deep market expertise are highly sought after throughout Sydney. As the co-host of the Million Dollar Agent podcast, Troy delivers weekly insights to the wider industry, inspiring agents and raising professional standards on a national scale.
His leadership is grounded in a deep commitment to collaboration, professional development, and innovation, whether guiding teams in adopting new technologies or mentoring individuals toward their goals. In a constantly evolving industry, Troy’s vision, adaptability, and people first mindset have made him a benchmark setter for performance and service. His unwavering dedication to ethical, high-integrity relationships ensures McGrath clients and agents benefit from unmatched support and exceptional results at every stage of their journey.
Let’s be honest - everyone’s wondering what’s really going on. Dr Nicola Powell explains what’s happening in the market right now, and what it means for buyers and sellers.
This is the insight that turns agents into trusted leaders when it matters most.
Dr Nicola Powell, Domain’s Chief Residential Economist, boasts over 15 years of research experience spanning academia, government, and the private sector. A prominent figure in Australia’s property market, she specialises in property and demographic trends.
Nicola spearheads Domain’s data reports, providing vital property market updates. Her expertise is widely recognised through media appearances on television, radio, and in print and digital. Committed to demystifying property data, she empowers informed property decisions, making complex insights accessible to all.
Real estate has long celebrated hustle, but hustle alone isn’t enough anymore.
This session explores why wellness is now a real leadership edge, and how the strongest leaders build resilient teams, perform under pressure, and deliver results without burning themselves or their people out.
The RISE Initiative is a mental health and wellness organisation focused on supporting the real estate industry.
Belinda is Domain's VP, Residential, and boasts over 20 years in the property industry.
Her career at Domain has provided her with profound knowledge and expertise in building and leading high-performing sales teams.
Beyond her role, she's dedicated to coaching and mentoring leaders, sharing her insights at real estate events nationwide.
With deep industry connections, Belinda offers exceptional insights, making her a sought-after speaker on topics ranging from leadership and strategy to PropTech and marketing. Her charismatic and engaging presence leaves a lasting impact on audiences.
Chief Executive Officer, Harcourts Australia and shareholder in Harcourts International, Adrian Knowles is one of Australia’s most respected real estate network leaders.
Known for his people-first leadership style, Adrian has focused heavily on sustainable growth, culture, training and wellbeing across the Harcourts network.
He has been a strong advocate for integrating wellness initiatives into high-performance environments, including supporting the rollout of the RISE Initiative’s REALcare wellbeing platform across Harcourts nationally.
Adrian joined the RISE board in 2026 to help expand awareness and support for mental wellness across the property industry.
Chief Executive Officer of The Limitless Group and one of Australia’s most influential women in property, Hayley Van de Ven leads multiple high-performing REMAX businesses across Brisbane and Bayside Queensland.
Beginning her career as a receptionist at 17, she has built a nationally recognised business centred on growth, leadership and culture.
Hayley is widely respected for her energetic, authentic leadership style and strong focus on developing people and resilient teams. In 2026, she joined the board of the RISE Initiative to help champion wellness, sustainability and performance across the real estate industry.
Immersive 3D tours are transforming listings, and how buyers engage.
In this session, we’ll show how agents can use Matterport tours to drive stronger engagement and create standout campaigns.
You’ll also get a look behind the scenes at how Domain is building world-class photography and 3D tour capabilities to raise the standard of property presentation.
Scott Furey is a product leader with over 20 years’ experience building digital products across B2B and B2C markets. Over the last decade, he has focused on product team leadership; driving strategies that grow audiences, create value, and deliver revenue.
He has led the development of solutions on both Consumer and Advertiser sides of marketplaces, as well as SaaS solutions for the real estate industry, including property research, vendor presentations, and contract signing tools, designed to help agents win and convert more business.
Scott is currently Senior Product Director, Consumer Experiences at Domain, where he focuses on how technology can be leveraged to connect property seekers, owners, and agents.
Jake Edens is Vice President of Research and Product Strategy at CoStar Group, where he leads cross-functional teams building, launching, and scaling data-driven products, marketplaces, and new business lines. His work spans research, product, and technology, with a focus on turning proprietary data into scalable products and measurable growth.
Previously, Jake served as Senior Vice President of Technology and Innovation at Colliers International after founding REscour, a commercial real estate data and analytics platform. Earlier in his career, he held leadership roles in startups and real estate, including COO of Apphelper and brokerage at Trammell Crow Company.
Start your second day with an inspiring Early Risers Breakfast Training Session at AREC26. From 7:00am, John McGrath will share his “10 Tips to Thrive in a Changing Market”, offering practical strategies, mindset shifts and leadership insights designed to help agents adapt, grow and stay ahead in today’s evolving landscape.
Whether you’re navigating shifting consumer behaviour, tighter competition or changing market conditions, this session is one not to miss.
Places are strictly limited to the first 250 registrations.
Already registered for AREC26? Contact us to buy tickets to this exclusive session: enquiries@arecconference.com.au
John McGrath is considered one of the most influential figures in the Australian property industry.
As Founder and CEO of McGrath Estate Agents, he took McGrath Estate Agents from a lounge room start-up in 1988 to one of Australia's most successful residential real estate groups with a strong presence along the East Coast of Australia.
In October 2008, John was honoured by the Real Estate Institute of NSW with the Woodrow Weight OBE Award, a lifetime achievement award for his outstanding contribution to the real estate industry.
John was founding director of the REA Group and served on its board from 1999 to January 2018, serving as chairman from 2003-2007. John himself has become a spokesperson for the industry both in Australia and internationally.
VPA is one of the toughest conversations in real estate. In this panel session, you’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of how to handle objections, set expectations, and confidently lead value‑based VPA conversations with vendors.
With more than 25 years of experience leading and mentoring high-performing real estate professionals, Troy Malcolm brings a progressive, people focused approach to his role as Managing Director of McGrath Coast & Canopy Group, overseeing the Manly, The Forest, and St Ives offices. Working closely with John McGrath since the formative years of the McGrath business, Troy has been instrumental in shaping McGrath’s strategic vision and consistently delivering outstanding results for agents, teams, and clients across Australia’s East Coast.
Troy is renowned as an award winning auctioneer with a proven track record for designing innovative sales strategies and fostering a culture of excellence. Conducting over 500 auctions each year, his dynamic presence and deep market expertise are highly sought after throughout Sydney. As the co-host of the Million Dollar Agent podcast, Troy delivers weekly insights to the wider industry, inspiring agents and raising professional standards on a national scale.
His leadership is grounded in a deep commitment to collaboration, professional development, and innovation, whether guiding teams in adopting new technologies or mentoring individuals toward their goals. In a constantly evolving industry, Troy’s vision, adaptability, and people first mindset have made him a benchmark setter for performance and service. His unwavering dedication to ethical, high-integrity relationships ensures McGrath clients and agents benefit from unmatched support and exceptional results at every stage of their journey.
Rachel is a seasoned strategic sales and transformation leader with 20+ years experience spanning various roles across the Media, Publishing and Tech Industry including News Corporation, Foxtel and currently as NSW Sales Director at Domain.
She steers statewide sales strategies and large scale sales teams across a range of products including property marketing products and workflow solutions.
A people first and customer centric leader, her expertise in strategic planning has defined her as a respected modern leader, coach and mentor.
Alex Jordan is a respected real estate professional recognised for his strategic approach to listing presentations, campaign management and negotiation.
Alex focuses on delivering high quality service while guiding vendors confidently through the sales process.
We dive into exclusive Domain search data that reveals buyer behaviour and intent. Walk away with a clearer understanding of how buyers think and act, and the confidence to lead stronger, more informed conversations.
Francesca Gasteen is a prop-tech leader with 20 years of property industry experience. As the General Manager of Allhomes, she bridges the gap between traditional agency grit and high-velocity digital innovation.
With a proven capability in providing full strategic ownership and operational leadership for complex businesses, Francesca is specifically adept at building and driving strategy and maximizing revenue across diverse product suites including digital, print, and SaaS solutions within the PropTech and Real Estate sectors. An expert in cross-functional leadership and noted for cultivating a dynamic and engaged team culture, Francesca understands that driving the success of her teams is tantamount to the success of the business.
A veteran of the industry’s digital evolution, Francesca is a recognized leader who prioritizes performance-driven strategy and human-centric leadership to ensure Allhomes remains the region's dominant property platform.
Social has changed the way agents build trust, visibility and market presence, but the biggest audiences don’t always translate into listings.
Domain shares the four things top agents are doing to build recognisable brands on social.
From creator-style storytelling to AI-assisted workflows, learn how to build stronger connections with the right audience and stay top of mind in your market.
Mark Roppolo is Senior Director of Content at Domain, where he leads content strategy and social media across one of Australia’s most recognised property media brands. With more than 20 years’ experience in content and audience development, including the past decade in property, Mark specialises in building multi-platform content and social strategies that grow audiences, strengthen brand relevance and drive commercial impact at scale.
Price sits at the centre of every transaction, and it’s one of the most emotionally charged conversations for agents.
This visual journey unpacks the layers that form a property’s value, showing how great agents use this understanding to set stronger price estimates and lead conversations with confidence and trust.
Andreas Marmaras has spent his career building the products and technology behind modern property and financial decisions.
From Domain and :Different to automated valuation models and risk solutions used by Tier 1 banks, his work has helped shape how property is valued, marketed, managed and transacted across Australia.
He brings a rare operator’s view of the real estate industry: how data changes confidence, how technology changes behaviour, and how AI is now changing the speed and quality of property decisions.
Join Josh Altman for a candid conversation on pressure, performance, and the realities of operating at the top of global real estate, with practical lessons agents can apply immediately. (Recorded live for podcast)
Recognized as one of the most dynamic, high-performing agents in the luxury home real estate market, Josh Altman consistently shatters records across the globe and ranks in the top 1% of real estate agents throughout the world. Having sold over $9 billion over the course of his career, he has put himself in a league of his own. He has transacted more than $5.2 billion from 2021 to date, averaging more than $100 million per month in sales. Josh specializes in selling and marketing some of the world's most iconic and significant properties to his connections and network of high-net-worth individuals. His uncompromising professionalism and tenacious drive have yielded his unheard-of rapid rise to success in the real estate industry, crowning him, his brother Matt, and his wife Heather as the most successful team in Los Angeles year after year.
His success has resulted in a great number of features in national media outlets, including Forbes, CNBC, Wall Street Journal, NY Times, Fox Business News, and many more. Each year, Josh is recognized in dozens of rankings, including The Wall Street Journal and Hollywood Reporter, as a top agent. Josh has implemented top-notch professionalism and experience in the real estate field to develop his own team with his partners, Heather and Matt Altman. In 2019, they opened the first-ever stand-alone office for their team in Los Angeles on the famed Robertson Blvd. The Altman Brothers have expanded into Orange County with their second stand-alone flagship office in Corona Del Mar, which is considered a state-of-the-art real estate lounge.
Josh's passion for teaching others how to achieve success is realized through his team of highly coveted agents. The Altman Brothers’ charitable contributions have remained at the forefront of their lives, always making sure to give back to the community. Josh was born and raised in Newton, Massachusetts, where he earned his bachelor’s degree at Syracuse University. An Orangeman for life, Josh was the kicker for the back-to-back Big East Champions from 1997 to 1999. After college, he moved to Los Angeles, becoming one of the most powerful agents in the world. Josh currently resides in Los Angeles with his wife, Heather, and their two children, Alexis and Ace.
With more than 25 years of experience leading and mentoring high-performing real estate professionals, Troy Malcolm brings a progressive, people focused approach to his role as Managing Director of McGrath Coast & Canopy Group, overseeing the Manly, The Forest, and St Ives offices. Working closely with John McGrath since the formative years of the McGrath business, Troy has been instrumental in shaping McGrath’s strategic vision and consistently delivering outstanding results for agents, teams, and clients across Australia’s East Coast.
Troy is renowned as an award winning auctioneer with a proven track record for designing innovative sales strategies and fostering a culture of excellence. Conducting over 500 auctions each year, his dynamic presence and deep market expertise are highly sought after throughout Sydney. As the co-host of the Million Dollar Agent podcast, Troy delivers weekly insights to the wider industry, inspiring agents and raising professional standards on a national scale.
His leadership is grounded in a deep commitment to collaboration, professional development, and innovation, whether guiding teams in adopting new technologies or mentoring individuals toward their goals. In a constantly evolving industry, Troy’s vision, adaptability, and people first mindset have made him a benchmark setter for performance and service. His unwavering dedication to ethical, high-integrity relationships ensures McGrath clients and agents benefit from unmatched support and exceptional results at every stage of their journey.
Let’s be honest - everyone’s wondering what’s really going on. Dr Nicola Powell explains what’s happening in the market right now, and what it means for buyers and sellers.
This is the insight that turns agents into trusted leaders when it matters most.
Dr Nicola Powell, Domain’s Chief Residential Economist, boasts over 15 years of research experience spanning academia, government, and the private sector. A prominent figure in Australia’s property market, she specialises in property and demographic trends.
Nicola spearheads Domain’s data reports, providing vital property market updates. Her expertise is widely recognised through media appearances on television, radio, and in print and digital. Committed to demystifying property data, she empowers informed property decisions, making complex insights accessible to all.
Real estate has long celebrated hustle, but hustle alone isn’t enough anymore.
This session explores why wellness is now a real leadership edge, and how the strongest leaders build resilient teams, perform under pressure, and deliver results without burning themselves or their people out.
The RISE Initiative is a mental health and wellness organisation focused on supporting the real estate industry.
Belinda is Domain's VP, Residential, and boasts over 20 years in the property industry.
Her career at Domain has provided her with profound knowledge and expertise in building and leading high-performing sales teams.
Beyond her role, she's dedicated to coaching and mentoring leaders, sharing her insights at real estate events nationwide.
With deep industry connections, Belinda offers exceptional insights, making her a sought-after speaker on topics ranging from leadership and strategy to PropTech and marketing. Her charismatic and engaging presence leaves a lasting impact on audiences.
Chief Executive Officer, Harcourts Australia and shareholder in Harcourts International, Adrian Knowles is one of Australia’s most respected real estate network leaders.
Known for his people-first leadership style, Adrian has focused heavily on sustainable growth, culture, training and wellbeing across the Harcourts network.
He has been a strong advocate for integrating wellness initiatives into high-performance environments, including supporting the rollout of the RISE Initiative’s REALcare wellbeing platform across Harcourts nationally.
Adrian joined the RISE board in 2026 to help expand awareness and support for mental wellness across the property industry.
Chief Executive Officer of The Limitless Group and one of Australia’s most influential women in property, Hayley Van de Ven leads multiple high-performing REMAX businesses across Brisbane and Bayside Queensland.
Beginning her career as a receptionist at 17, she has built a nationally recognised business centred on growth, leadership and culture.
Hayley is widely respected for her energetic, authentic leadership style and strong focus on developing people and resilient teams. In 2026, she joined the board of the RISE Initiative to help champion wellness, sustainability and performance across the real estate industry.
Immersive 3D tours are transforming listings, and how buyers engage.
In this session, we’ll show how agents can use Matterport tours to drive stronger engagement and create standout campaigns.
You’ll also get a look behind the scenes at how Domain is building world-class photography and 3D tour capabilities to raise the standard of property presentation.
Scott Furey is a product leader with over 20 years’ experience building digital products across B2B and B2C markets. Over the last decade, he has focused on product team leadership; driving strategies that grow audiences, create value, and deliver revenue.
He has led the development of solutions on both Consumer and Advertiser sides of marketplaces, as well as SaaS solutions for the real estate industry, including property research, vendor presentations, and contract signing tools, designed to help agents win and convert more business.
Scott is currently Senior Product Director, Consumer Experiences at Domain, where he focuses on how technology can be leveraged to connect property seekers, owners, and agents.
Jake Edens is Vice President of Research and Product Strategy at CoStar Group, where he leads cross-functional teams building, launching, and scaling data-driven products, marketplaces, and new business lines. His work spans research, product, and technology, with a focus on turning proprietary data into scalable products and measurable growth.
Previously, Jake served as Senior Vice President of Technology and Innovation at Colliers International after founding REscour, a commercial real estate data and analytics platform. Earlier in his career, he held leadership roles in startups and real estate, including COO of Apphelper and brokerage at Trammell Crow Company.
Start your second day with an inspiring Early Risers Breakfast Training Session at AREC26. From 7:00am, John McGrath will share his “10 Tips to Thrive in a Changing Market”, offering practical strategies, mindset shifts and leadership insights designed to help agents adapt, grow and stay ahead in today’s evolving landscape.
Whether you’re navigating shifting consumer behaviour, tighter competition or changing market conditions, this session is one not to miss.
Places are strictly limited to the first 250 registrations.
Already registered for AREC26? Contact us to buy tickets to this exclusive session: enquiries@arecconference.com.au
John McGrath is considered one of the most influential figures in the Australian property industry.
As Founder and CEO of McGrath Estate Agents, he took McGrath Estate Agents from a lounge room start-up in 1988 to one of Australia's most successful residential real estate groups with a strong presence along the East Coast of Australia.
In October 2008, John was honoured by the Real Estate Institute of NSW with the Woodrow Weight OBE Award, a lifetime achievement award for his outstanding contribution to the real estate industry.
John was founding director of the REA Group and served on its board from 1999 to January 2018, serving as chairman from 2003-2007. John himself has become a spokesperson for the industry both in Australia and internationally.
VPA is one of the toughest conversations in real estate. In this panel session, you’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of how to handle objections, set expectations, and confidently lead value‑based VPA conversations with vendors.
With more than 25 years of experience leading and mentoring high-performing real estate professionals, Troy Malcolm brings a progressive, people focused approach to his role as Managing Director of McGrath Coast & Canopy Group, overseeing the Manly, The Forest, and St Ives offices. Working closely with John McGrath since the formative years of the McGrath business, Troy has been instrumental in shaping McGrath’s strategic vision and consistently delivering outstanding results for agents, teams, and clients across Australia’s East Coast.
Troy is renowned as an award winning auctioneer with a proven track record for designing innovative sales strategies and fostering a culture of excellence. Conducting over 500 auctions each year, his dynamic presence and deep market expertise are highly sought after throughout Sydney. As the co-host of the Million Dollar Agent podcast, Troy delivers weekly insights to the wider industry, inspiring agents and raising professional standards on a national scale.
His leadership is grounded in a deep commitment to collaboration, professional development, and innovation, whether guiding teams in adopting new technologies or mentoring individuals toward their goals. In a constantly evolving industry, Troy’s vision, adaptability, and people first mindset have made him a benchmark setter for performance and service. His unwavering dedication to ethical, high-integrity relationships ensures McGrath clients and agents benefit from unmatched support and exceptional results at every stage of their journey.
Rachel is a seasoned strategic sales and transformation leader with 20+ years experience spanning various roles across the Media, Publishing and Tech Industry including News Corporation, Foxtel and currently as NSW Sales Director at Domain.
She steers statewide sales strategies and large scale sales teams across a range of products including property marketing products and workflow solutions.
A people first and customer centric leader, her expertise in strategic planning has defined her as a respected modern leader, coach and mentor.
Alex Jordan is a respected real estate professional recognised for his strategic approach to listing presentations, campaign management and negotiation.
Alex focuses on delivering high quality service while guiding vendors confidently through the sales process.
We dive into exclusive Domain search data that reveals buyer behaviour and intent. Walk away with a clearer understanding of how buyers think and act, and the confidence to lead stronger, more informed conversations.
Francesca Gasteen is a prop-tech leader with 20 years of property industry experience. As the General Manager of Allhomes, she bridges the gap between traditional agency grit and high-velocity digital innovation.
With a proven capability in providing full strategic ownership and operational leadership for complex businesses, Francesca is specifically adept at building and driving strategy and maximizing revenue across diverse product suites including digital, print, and SaaS solutions within the PropTech and Real Estate sectors. An expert in cross-functional leadership and noted for cultivating a dynamic and engaged team culture, Francesca understands that driving the success of her teams is tantamount to the success of the business.
A veteran of the industry’s digital evolution, Francesca is a recognized leader who prioritizes performance-driven strategy and human-centric leadership to ensure Allhomes remains the region's dominant property platform.
Social has changed the way agents build trust, visibility and market presence, but the biggest audiences don’t always translate into listings.
Domain shares the four things top agents are doing to build recognisable brands on social.
From creator-style storytelling to AI-assisted workflows, learn how to build stronger connections with the right audience and stay top of mind in your market.
Mark Roppolo is Senior Director of Content at Domain, where he leads content strategy and social media across one of Australia’s most recognised property media brands. With more than 20 years’ experience in content and audience development, including the past decade in property, Mark specialises in building multi-platform content and social strategies that grow audiences, strengthen brand relevance and drive commercial impact at scale.
Price sits at the centre of every transaction, and it’s one of the most emotionally charged conversations for agents.
This visual journey unpacks the layers that form a property’s value, showing how great agents use this understanding to set stronger price estimates and lead conversations with confidence and trust.
Andreas Marmaras has spent his career building the products and technology behind modern property and financial decisions.
From Domain and :Different to automated valuation models and risk solutions used by Tier 1 banks, his work has helped shape how property is valued, marketed, managed and transacted across Australia.
He brings a rare operator’s view of the real estate industry: how data changes confidence, how technology changes behaviour, and how AI is now changing the speed and quality of property decisions.
