Brisbane Residential Developer Summit
Australia's most informative one-day conference for residential development professionals
BRISBANE | THURSDAY, MAY 14
About the event
The Urban Developer’s Brisbane Residential Developer Summit brings together Australia’s leading developers, investors, planners and delivery experts for a one-day deep dive into the forces shaping new residential development across the country’s major cities.
From apartments to greenfield communities and townhouses, the sector is navigating a complex cycle of strong demand, but ongoing feasibility, policy and construction challenges.
So where are the real opportunities? How are developers responding to shifting planning settings, rising costs and evolving buyer demand and what will define the next phase of the cycle?
The summit cuts through the noise with market outlooks, policy insights, construction and project benchmarks, and real-world case studies—alongside on-the-ground perspectives from active developers shaping what comes next.
Details
Thursday, May 14, 2026 | 8.30 am – 4.00 pm AEST
Howard Smith Wharves, Brisbane
TUD+ Members: $475 + GST
Non-Members: $595 + GST
Keynote Speaker
Richard Temlett | National Executive Director
Charter keck cramer
Richard Temlett is National Executive Director at Charter Keck Cramer and one of Australia’s leading housing market economists.
With a data-driven approach, he provides forward-looking insights on residential supply and demand—helping developers and financiers navigate market cycles and identify opportunities across greenfield and apartment markets nationwide.
Speakers
Sam Gardner
Commercial Director
GardNer VaughAN Group
Sam Gardner is Commercial Director at Gardner Vaughan Group, overseeing mixed-use residential projects across South East Queensland.
With more than a decade at the business, he brings insight into development, sales and delivery—alongside a practical perspective on navigating construction and market conditions in the apartment sector.
Bruce Harper
Executive General Mananger
AVID PROPERTY GROUP
Bruce Harper is Executive General Manager at AVID Property Group, leading development, marketing and sales across a portfolio spanning Australia and New Zealand.
With more than 45 years’ experience, he brings deep insight into greenfield communities, innovation in housing and the challenges shaping future land supply.
David Trask
Director
Trask Land
David Trask is Director of Trask Land, delivering communities across South East Queensland.
With extensive end-to-end experience, he brings a practical perspective on planning, infrastructure delivery and the market dynamics shaping new land supply and community development.
Mark Creevey
Director
Ray white Special Projects
Mark Creevey is Director at Ray White Special Projects QLD, with more than 25 years’ experience in residential development site sales across South East Queensland.
He brings deep market insight into site acquisition, deal structuring and the dynamics shaping project delivery.
Dom Cerantonio
Principal
Cera Stribley
Dom Cerantonio is Principal at Cera Stribley, leading design-led residential and commercial projects across Australia.
With a strong focus on commercial outcomes, he brings insight into how architecture can unlock density, optimise yield and enhance livability in increasingly constrained development environments.
Ben Teague
Managing Director
Molti
Ben Teague is Managing Director of Molti, with more than 15 years’ experience across large-scale development and construction projects.
He brings a delivery-focused perspective on the apartment sector, combining technical expertise with insight into navigating market conditions and achieving strong project outcomes.
Katrina Face
State General Manager
Essence Project Management
Katrina Face is State General Manager, Queensland at Essence Project Management, with 30 years’ experience delivering major residential and mixed-use developments.
A civil engineer by training, she brings deep expertise in infrastructure, planning and the delivery challenges shaping new communities.
Phillip Cristaldi
Director
MECONE
Phillip Cristaldi is Director at Mecone, with extensive experience across planning, project management and construction.
Working across public and private sectors, he brings insight into policy, delivery and the planning reforms shaping residential development outcomes.
Tania Orr
Group Executive – City Planning & Economic Development
Brisbane City Council
Tania Orr is Group Executive – City Planning & Economic Development at Brisbane City Council, leading planning, development assessment and economic strategy.
With more than 20 years’ experience, she brings a government perspective on infrastructure, policy and the delivery of city-shaping development.
Caitlin Shields
Partner & 5D Quantity Surveyor
MITCHELL BRANDTMAN
Caitlin Shields is Partner & 5D Quantity Surveyor at Mitchell Brandtman, with more than 17 years’ experience across diverse asset classes.
She brings insight into construction pricing, cost planning and the benchmarks shaping feasibility and delivery in residential development.
Carly Cottam
Managing Director
Motiv
Carly Cottam is Managing Director of Motiv, specialising in strategic positioning and sales performance for residential projects.
She brings a commercial lens to valuation, with insight into how branding, buyer demand and campaign strategy influence project outcomes across apartments, townhouses and communities.
Mark Bernberg
Co-Founder
PRIMAX.AI
Mark Bernberg is Co-Founder of Primax.AI, operating at the intersection of development and artificial intelligence.
He specialises in pricing strategy and sales velocity, using data and behavioural insights to optimise launches, maximise revenue and give developers a competitive edge in an intelligence-driven market.
Max Panettiere
Director
Panettiere Developments
Max Panettiere is Director of Panettiere Developments, with a diverse career spanning law, finance and construction.
Having founded and exited multiple businesses, he brings a commercial, end-to-end perspective on development, capital and delivery across the property lifecycle.
Jaryd Collins
General Manager – Residential
Atrio Property
Jaryd Collins is General Manager – Residential at Atrio Property, with end-to-end experience across acquisition, design, delivery and divestment. An award-winning industry leader, he brings insight into the apartment sector and how developers are responding to evolving market conditions and opportunities.
Ticket Inclusions
- One-day summit including keynotes, case studies and panel discussion
- Catered morning tea & lunch
- Barista coffee on arrival
- Networking drinks
Become a TUD+ Member to access discounted tickets.
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