Ray White New Zealand provides services to our franchise network.
Our primary obligation is to support our individual offices and members in successfully undertaking real estate agency work and transacting property management.
Our corporate team comprises specialists in their fields who work collaboratively to achieve a business that is proud of its membership and the services it delivers to its ever-expanding client base.
Our leadership team is led by our New Zealand Chief Executive, Daniel Coulson, and Carey Smith, Executive Chairman, who has over 30 years within the Ray White Group. Treena Drinnan, as the Chief Agency Officer, provides strategic direction to our network. Stephanie Watson, who has been with Ray White since 2007, is a significant part of the leadership team as the New Zealand Head of Franchise Operations.
Our specialised team ensures that Ray White members across New Zealand can provide real estate services in an environment that enhances the relationship between the agent and the client and, just as importantly, ensures a safe transaction for all clients and customers, engaging Ray White as their preferred agency business.
Today, the Ray White New Zealand group has 199 offices, transacting 23,629 properties valued over $23 billion, and managing 23,153 properties. The company has shown continued growth, which now sees it as one of the pre-eminent real estate groups in New Zealand, selling 23.12% of all residential property in New Zealand.
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CEO - New ZealandSince 2008, Daniel has forged a path in real estate that has seen him work at a 'front-line' level; firstly as a salesperson, then as an auctioneer, where he has personally auctioned in excess of 8,000 properties, being recognised on multiple occasions by both the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand as well as the Real Estate Institute of Australasia as the leading auctioneer.In more recent…
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Treena Drinnan
Chief Agency OfficerTreena began her career in real estate at the age of 17 and has expansive experience in management, compliance, customer satisfaction and franchising of real estate.A licensed agent in her own right (AREINZ) Treena has held senior management roles for various Australasian real estate franchises throughout her extensive career.Bringing a vast array of real estate knowledge and expertise Treena…More about Treena -
Carey Smith
Joint Chairman, Ray White GroupMore about Carey
With a career spanning several decades, Carey ventured into the real estate industry at 17, laying the foundation for his successful journey. Throughout his professional tenure, he has significantly contributed to the Ray White Group, assuming various roles, including property manager, salesperson, franchise owner, and development manager. Since 1998, Carey has proudly served as the Chief… -
Stephanie Watson
Head of Franchise OperationsStephanie has been a cornerstone of the Ray White Corporate team since 2007, contributing her extensive corporate expertise to strengthen formal relationships across the organisation. As a key member of the leadership team, she plays a pivotal role in guiding the strategic direction of the company. Her responsibilities span both New Zealand and Australia, where she skillfully manages franchise…More about Stephanie -
Larissa Tuhaka
Head of Marketing - New ZealandLarissa is a highly experienced marketing professional with over 16 years of expertise. She excels in various areas such as building brand value, devising marketing strategies, graphic design, stakeholder management, public speaking, and photo and video production.Known for her natural leadership qualities, Larissa is described as efficient, energetic, and ambitious. She thrives on solving…More about Larissa -
Keith Ashkettle
Head of TechnologyMore about Keith
Keith Ashkettle is a transformative technology leader for Ray White New Zealand. He sets the digital strategy, steers platform architecture, and leads delivery across One System, the group’s integrated ecosystem that connects partners, data, and products into a single, scalable experience.
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Zac Snelling
Group Head of Property ManagementMore about Zac
Zac began his career with Ray White in 2007 as a Property Manager and has since developed a broad and well-rounded career across a range of roles within the Ray White group. He later established his own independent property management company, adding valuable business ownership experience to his already strong industry foundation.
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Andy Ebbett
Head of Network Finance - New ZealandAndy is a member of Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand (CAANZ) and has joined Ray White after 10 years working in public practice for various accounting firms, predominantly working with small to medium-sized businesses. Before this, he spent 10 years in Spain running his own business, so he understands the challenges faced by business owners in their day-to-day operations. Andy…More about Andy -
Ben East
AuctioneerMore about Ben
Ben East is a highly accomplished auctioneer, renowned for his exceptional performance and confident presence in the auction arena. With a reputation for delivering impressive results early in his career, Ben has become one of New Zealand’s most dynamic and sought-after young auctioneers. His unwavering commitment to professionalism, boundless energy, and calm authority under the hammer make him… -
Sam Steele
Head Auctioneer - New ZealandHead Auctioneer for Ray White New Zealand, Sam Steele, uses his immense experience to add to Ray White’s already stellar auction clearance. Having personally conducted in excess of 7,000 auctions nationwide and sold billions of dollars in value, Sam understands the complexities of each individual transaction.More about Sam
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Tristan Young
Head of Performance - New ZealandAs Head of Performance for Ray White New Zealand, Tristan Young leads the national implementation of business growth strategy across the network. Central to his role is the execution of the Ray White Playbook and the optimisation of NurtureCloud, working directly with offices to turn strategy into action.More about Tristan
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Mitch Kinney
Executive Assistant | Recognition & Member Services CoordinatorMore about Mitch
Mitch joined the Ray White family in 2024 and manages the day to day running of our market-leading recognition program & mentoring initiatives. Known for his proactive approach and sound judgement, he is a self-driven professional committed to continuous improvement, operational excellence, and building strong, lasting relationships across the business. Mitch believes in the power of… -
Rachna Lowe
Digital Performance SpecialistRachna joined the Ray White Family in 2015 and has since embarked on a dynamic journey within the organization. Beginning as a Personal Assistant, she quickly advanced through roles including Branch Administrator and Operations Manager. Her expertise have now expanded further as she assumed the pivotal position of Digital Performance Specialist for Ray White New Zealand. With a strong foundation…More about Rachna -
Hanna Kelly
Marketing Manager - New ZealandHanna is the driving force behind the success of the Ray White marketing team in New Zealand. Hanna ensures that all marketing tools are not only readily available but also highly relevant to the company's objectives. With a keen eye for detail and a knack for creativity, she maintains the company's visual identity at the forefront of every marketing endeavour, ensuring a consistent and impactful…More about Hanna -
Alice Mackenzie
Regional Engagement ManagerJoining Ray White as the Canterbury Relationship Manager in 2021, Alice has seamlessly transitioned into the role of Regional Engagement Manager, extending her expertise nationally. Alice excels at connecting regions and strengthening networks, leveraging her diverse experience across various sectors. Her background includes years as a radio promotions and marketing manager, owning a small…More about Alice -
Matte Srhoj
Executive Performance Support - Property ManagementMatte began his career in property management as a Junior Property Manager and steadily progressed through roles including Property Manager, Team Leader, and most recently, Head of Residential Property Management for a growing Auckland-based agency. In this position, he led a team of ten, overseeing operations, recruitment, training, and compliance, while playing a key role in driving strategic…More about Matte -
Rebekah Kelly
Executive Assistant to Ben EastBekah works closely with Ben East, providing crucial organisational assistance to optimise his daily operations and ensure the seamless coordination of auctions. With a strong background in executive support within the construction industry, Bekah brings over five years of experience managing high-level operations with precision and professionalism.More about Rebekah
Bekah became a part of the Ray White family in…