MEET OUR PEOPLE

OUR MANAGEMENT TEAM

Archers management team hold a diverse and comprehensive knowledge base and the business Partners personally manage each office on a day-to-day basis. Our reputation for being transparent, reliable and educated professionals ensures the highest quality of support and service for all your strata needs. All strata managers and staff participate in extensive professional development and training programs and are members of the peak industry body, Strata Community Association (QLD).

Colin Archer

Colin Archer

Chairman

Colin Archer

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Colin Archer

Chairman

Colin is the founder of Archers with over 50 years' experience in property, finance, body corporate management and accounting having founded Archers the Strata Professionals and Archer Gowland Accountants in 1981. 

He is an industry leader and is a life and longest serving member of Strata Community Australia Qld. He was the Founding President of the National Community Titles Institute (now Strata Community Australia) in 1996 and has been awarded the national industry award for Service to Strata in 2014 and the Queensland's President award in 2016.

His interests extend to charities including White Cloud Tele - Mental Health for which he is a founding sponsor, and Lifeflight, from which he has retired as long serving Director. His interests also include rugby as a past player, premiership winner and President of both Wests Bulldogs and James Cook Uni Rugby.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor of Economics
  • Diploma Financial Services
Nicky Lonergan

Nicky Lonergan

Managing Director

Nicky Lonergan

Managing Director

An authentic finance industry leader with a high level of business acumen who leads confidently, consistently and collaboratively to achieve growth and success for the business.

Delivers strategic outcomes by being a storyteller, telling and retelling the vision and most importantly, what role staff play in the success of this vision, to ensure business strategies are adopted and achieved.

Develops a driven culture through the empowerment of staff, harnessing their collective genius by encouraging them to strive for excellence and feel a part of something greater than themselves, so they can positively influence the business.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Law for Turnaround
  • Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Accounting and Financial Economics Majors

MEMBERSHIPS

  • Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD)

COMMITEES

  • Sept 2021 - Dec 2022: Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA) - UDIA QLD Property Law and Community Management Committee Member - A strata representative to provide feedback and thought leadership on changes to legislation impacting development of strata titled buildings
  • Jan 2020 - Dec 2022: Strata Community Association Queensland - SCA Legislative Committee member - Participate in providing submissions to government in relation to proposed changes to legislation which governs the Strata industry
Aaron Margaritis

Aaron Margaritis

Partner

Aaron Margaritis

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Aaron Margaritis

Partner

Aaron Margaritis commenced with Archers in 2003 as an Accounts Assistant and has over 11 years progressed through various Body Corporate and Company accounting positions to his current appointments of Chief Financial Officer and Company Secretary.

Aaron oversees the Body Corporate and Company accounting functions which also includes IT Management. He has been responsible for streamlining many internal processes including the implementation of innovative solutions such as the Invoice Hub and a paperless accounts payable solution across the Archers client base.

Aaron was invited to join the Executive Management Team in 2013 where he is responsible for many decisions relating to the company.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor Of Commerce (Accounting Major)
  • CPA Program completion

MEMBERSHIPS

  • CPA Australia
Andrew Staehr

Andrew Staehr

Partner

Andrew Staehr

Partner

Andrew is a Partner and Director at Archers and is a Fellow Member of Strata Community Australia (Qld).

With a Certificate IV in Property Services (Operations) Andrew joined Archers in 2002 and is currently the Senior Development Consultant for Archers and is a regular expert speaker at body corporate management and development industry events. Andrew has worked with some of the largest property developers in Australia and the World to establish many of Queensland’s most awarded projects.

Being one of Archers most experienced Strata Managers, Andrew offers specialist knowledge in the establishment and management of complex properties ranging from layered schemes, building management statements, volumetric subdivisions, mixed use and master planned communities.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Certificate IV in Property Services (Operations)

MEMBERSHIPS

  • Fellow Member of Strata Community Association QLD (SCA)
  • Australian Resident Accommodation Managers Association (ARAMA)
  • Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA)

COMMITEES

  • UDIA Gold Coast/Logan Branch Executive Committee
  • UDIA Sunshine Coast Branch
Grant Mifsud

Grant Mifsud

Partner

Grant Mifsud

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Grant Mifsud

Partner

Grant brings over 20 years of strata management experience to his role as Partner at Archers, with specialist expertise in the set-up and management of layered and mixed-use schemes across Queensland. He leads the Sunshine Coast offices strategic operations, delivering quality service and forward-thinking solutions for committees, owners, and developers.

As founder of Smart Strata, Grant has built Australia’s leading strata education platform, now with over 60,000 subscribers. He regularly presents at state-wide seminars and has published hundreds of articles focused on legislative reform, by-law management, and committee education.

Grant is a respected industry contributor, having served as Vice President and Board Member of Strata Community Association (Qld), and continues to play an active role in advancing education and best practice across the sector.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Certificate IV in Property Services (Operations)
  • Certificate IV in Training & Assessment
  • Diploma of Accounting
  • Diploma of Business (Real Estate Management)

MEMBERSHIPS

  • Fellow of Strata Community Association QLD (SCA)
  • Founding Member SCA (QLD) Education Committee 2010
  • Australian Resident Accommodation Managers Association (ARAMA)
  • Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA)
Adam Ford

Adam Ford

Partner

Adam Ford

Partner

Adam For is Archers' proud Partner of the Gold Coast region. For over 9 years and counting, he has been an integral part of Archers, beginning his career as an Accountant before taking up the mantle of General Manager of Archers' concluded sister company, ARC Utilities. Adam is an invaluable asset to our organisation and we are looking forward to an even brighter future with him at the helm!

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor of Accounting
  • Certificate IV, Business Management
  • Certificate IV, Information Technology VET
Joel McBride

Joel McBride

Partner

Joel McBride

Partner

Having been with Archers since 2010, Joel McBride has extensive experience in the Strata Management industry and manages a variety of schemes throughout the Whitsundays, Mackay and Mining Regions. Alongside his Strata experience, Joel has spent over 20 years in various roles within the property industry - including surveying, real estate and various project development roles.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Certificate IV in Property Services (Operations)

MEMBERSHIPS

  • Certified Strata Community Manager of Strata Community Association QLD (SCA)
  • Australian Resident Accommodation Managers Association (ARAMA)
Stephen McCulloch

Stephen McCulloch

Partner

Stephen McCulloch

Partner

Stephen McCulloch is an experienced Strata Manager who has been with Archers since 2007. He currently manages the Archers North Queensland office - Cairns & Townsville. With a strong legal background in Litigation, Commercial Law, Property and Body Corporate Law - Stephen brings a wealth of knowledge and a high level of professionalism to the team.

Appointed to the Executive Management Team in 2013, Stephen is an integral part of the Archers team and assists in making decisions that will benefit all clients.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor of Laws
  • Certificate IV in Property Services (Operations)

MEMBERSHIPS

  • Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Australia
  • Solicitor of the High Court of Australia
  • Certified Strata Community Manager of Strata Community Association QLD (SCA)
  • Australian Resident Accommodation Managers Association (ARAMA)
  • Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA)
  • Cairns Chamber of Commerce
Syna Hickmott

Syna Hickmott

Partner

Syna Hickmott

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Syna Hickmott

Partner

Syna Hickmott is the Insurance Division Manager at Archers the Strata Professionals, bringing over 10 years of experience in the strata industry.

She holds a Diploma of Financial Services (Insurance Broking) and has an additional eight years of experience in general insurance broking prior to specialising in strata. This extensive background provides her with a strong foundation in risk management and tailored insurance solutions.

Syna works across a diverse range of schemes, from small two-lot properties to large and complex developments, including new builds. Her depth of knowledge and practical approach enable her to effectively navigate the unique insurance needs of each property.

Syna Hickmott's experience and commitment to delivering reliable, informed outcomes make her a valued leader within the Archers team.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Diploma of Financial Services (Insurance Broking)
Patrice Armagnacq

Patrice Armagnacq

Operations Manager

Patrice Armagnacq

Operations Manager

Patrice joins Archers with 12 years of experience in professional services. Coming from a background in HR Management, Patrice has previously supported Boards and Senior Management in all aspects of HR and business growth strategy. She has supported changes in management through designing and delivering leadership programs to ensure growth and succession planning.

Patrice changed her direction from HR to Operations when she began aiding with undertaking mergers and acquisitions from an operational perspective. This has given Patrice an intrinsic understanding of all facets of a business, making her business insights invaluable.

In 2019, Patrice was appointed Operations Manager at Archers. In this role, she oversees the successful operation of all offices.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor of Business majoring in Management & Leadership and Human Resource Management
Maddison Wallis

Maddison Wallis

Branch Manager and Senior Strata Community Manager

Maddison Wallis

Branch Manager and Senior Strata Community Manager

Maddison is the Branch Manager and Senior Strata Community Manager at our Brisbane office with over a decade of experience in the industry. With a demonstrated technical knowledge of Body Corporate issues, including, but not limited to: legislative requirements, financial management, and practical management of Body Corporates. Strong consulting professional with Certificate IV qualifications.

Maddison took out the Queensland Strata Community Awards for Excellence - Senior Strata Community Managers of the Year 2025 which is an outstanding achievement. 

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Cert IV in Property Services
  • Cert II in Business

MEMBERSHIPS

  • SCA

AWARDS

  • SCAQ Award for Excellence - Senior Strata Community Manager of the Year 2025
Joel Sharples

Joel Sharples

Senior Strata Community Manager

Joel Sharples

Senior Strata Community Manager

Joel joined the Archers team in early 2018 as a Strata Community Associate and was soon after promoted to the position of Strata Community Manager. Prior to joining the strata industry, Joel worked in Property Management where he developed strong time management, customer service and problem solving skills which he brings with him to his role at Archers.

Joel successfully manages a varied portfolio of schemes, specialising in residential, commercial and small scheme properties.

Joel was awarded the Archers Trainee of the Year for 2018.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Certificate III Business Administration

MEMBERSHIPS

  • Practitioner Member of Strata Community Australia (SCA)
  • Australian Resident Accommodation Managers Association (ARAMA)
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