Growth of the organisation, embracing the latest global technology and reaching goals as a team were the main focuses at the official launch of Harcourts’ Annual Conference today by Managing Director of Harcourts International Ltd, Mike Green.

Mr Green firstly reflected on an historic record-breaking year, with the group on an international scale reaching a record $19 billion for the year and 468 offices in seven countries; having established offices in Zambia, Singapore, and China over the last year.

“Growth creates success for our people and for our clients. The stronger our profile, the higher our recognition and credibility, the more opportunities are presented. I whole-heartedly believe the growth we have achieved this past year reflects the quality of our systems, our organisation, our culture and most importantly, our people,” Mr Green said.

In terms of technology, Mr Green said a large focus was on redesigning the group’s online presence, reflecting global technological development and change, including an announcement that Harcourts’ clients would now be provided with automatic exposure across all Google search websites via Google Base, a first for any real estate group in Australasia.

Mr Green said that, moving forward in a changing market, the group as “one team with one focus” would work together to provide exceptional service every time to Harcourts International’s clients globally.

“The stronger we are as team, the greater the resources we can provide to our people, including training, technology and marketing, and the better equipped we are as individuals to provide our clients with the highest level of service,” Mr Green said.

Around 650 delegates nationwide are attending the Conference on the Gold Coast this week.  It concludes with Harcourts’ black tie National End of Year Awards to announce the Top Offices and Top Sales Consultants.

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