Meet the Team

Chris Sawyer

Director

Born in Brighton, Chris began his career in 1988 at a small local independent agent. From there he moved on to a large chain of estate agents where he quickly progressed to senior management level.

In 1996 Chris co-launched Tingleys Estate Agents which became one of the city’s most respected independent companies and in 2009, following his acquisition of the business, Sawyer & Co was launched.

During 2016 Chris was the President of the Brighton & Hove Estate Agents Association (BHEAA) a role in which he was able to show his commitment to improving and maintaining the highest standards possible within the profession. The role enabled him to continue his longstanding support of numerous local charities and organisations, helping them to raise vital funds and awareness of their work. Chris is also a member of the National Advisory Council of the Guild of Professional Estate Agents.

An avid Brighton & Hove Albion supporter, Chris lives in Brighton and is married with 2 daughters.

Adam Farrell Dip Surv Pract, FNAEA, MARLA

Director

Adam grew up in Hove and has enjoyed a career in property sales and lettings since the late 1990’s. Developing a well-rounded experience in both independent and corporate estate agency, Adam has progressed from Negotiator to Branch Manager and is now a Company Director.

Having passed the highest level exams, Adam holds a Fellow grade of membership at the National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA). He has also achieved a Diploma in Surveying Practice at the College of Estate Management and is a member of the Association of Residential Letting Agents (ARLA) after passing their Technical Award exams.

Adam joined the Portslade office at the beginning of 2006 when the company was known as Tingleys Estate Agents. In 2014 he helped launch the Sawyer & Co Brighton office and with his hands on approach to management he continues to build on the company’s success.

Adam is married with three children and now lives in Steyning, whilst also being addicted to hang gliding!

Kirsten Taylor

Mortgage Services Director

Kirsten was born in Brighton and went to school in the local area. With over 12 years of experience in the property industry, Kirsten has gained a wealth of knowledge across various sectors of the business. Her passion and dedication led her to further her expertise, ultimately qualifying as a mortgage advisor, where she now excels in helping clients navigate the complexities of property finance. When she’s not at work, Kirsten enjoys spending quality time with her family, including her husband and their dog, Chester.

Rosemary Clifford

Property Manager - Lettings

Rosie has over 20 years’ experience in the lettings business starting out as Lettings Secretary, then Negotiator and then in Property Management.  She lives in Crawley, West Sussex and enjoys property refurbishment and getting out and about in the beautiful countryside.

Chloe Pell

Negotiator

Originally moving to Brighton for University ten years ago to study Media, Chloe now lives just around the corner from our Hove Office. She enjoys all this city has to offer; from quirky bars and delectable dining, to lengthy bike rides along the coast, and up to Devil’s Dyke. Other hobbies include horse riding, which she enjoys when returning to her family home in Canterbury.

Raoul Debaucheron

Viewing Guide

Originally from Belgium, Raoul grew up in the Congo. After his studies in Brussels he moved to the UK in 1985. Raoul worked in London hotels and for over 30 years he travelled the world as a cabin crew member for British Airways.

Obsessed with Homes under the Hammer, Phil and Doer Uppers, a job at Sawyer & Co seemed like the natural progression for Raoul. When not eating in town Raoul is in the Channel or at the King Alfred. Raoul believes that listening is the secret of great customer service.

Bob Beaken

Sales Progressor / Senior Negotiator

Bob was born and raised in Brighton. His early career developed in the FMCG world working for Blue Chip organisations. Before commencing his long and successful career in the sports industry. Having worked for Adidas, Nike and O’Neill his career spanned 25 years rising to the position of Managing Director. In 2003 a career change beckoned and Bob took on an estate agency franchise setting up Bairstow Eves’s first office in Brighton. Following the sale of that business he spent the next few years in property development alongside creating a property search agency for London buyers wishing to move this great City. With wealth of sales, marketing and business development experience he joined Sawyer and Co from Brighton and Hove Albion (AITC) during 2014. Bob’s interests are football, racquet-ball, surfing and snowboarding. He lives in Hove with his 14 year old daughter.

Jess Fowler

Property Manager/ Lettings Coordinator

After spending multiple years working in property, Jess decided to leave the role to embark on an adventure across Southeast Asia. Travelling through Thailand, Indonesia and Vietnam Jess indulged in the diverse foods and cultures each country had to offer. Now back in the city of Brighton where Jess grew up, she enjoys countryside running, leisurely strolls along the seafront and Brighton’s vibrant summer festivals.

Joe Newman

Residential Lettings Manager

Joe has over 20 years’ experience working in Property Management in Brighton & Hove and leads our Property Management team as well as looks after his own portfolio of landlords. His proven lettings experience is coupled with a leadership style which fits perfectly with the Sawyer & Co. approach to business. Joe has a keen interest in property and architecture in general, his firm commitment to delivering outstanding customer service means he excels in his role. Outside of work Joe enjoys spending time with his family, music, literature and art.

Kieran Carter

Senior Negotiator and Valuer

Emma Marcantonio MARLA

Accounts Manager

A true Brightonian, Emma joined the Sawyer & Co Lettings Department in February 2016 as a Property Manager where she quickly become a valuable member of the team. Since then her tenacity and focus has seen her become ARLA qualified and take on a new challenge as our Accounts Manager.

As someone who loves to keep fit, Emma used to be an avid kickboxer, having started training in 2013 with SAMA and rapidly progressing through the different coloured belt gradings. A health fanatic, she now prefers spending her free time in the gym finding it motivational, energising and empowering, its no wonder she’s such an industrious worker!

Having lived in Brighton her whole life, Emma hopes to travel the world one day, but until then she brings her love of properties and extensive local knowledge to her role within our company.

Matthew Higgins

Land & Development Manager Bio

After studying Sociology at Bath University, where he also ran a successful club promotions company, Matt returned to his hometown of Brighton. Having been introduced to the world of property at an early age it’s no surprise that Matt has risen swiftly through the ranks to become one of our Senior Negotiators and our Land and New Homes Specialist.

A committed Seagulls supporter, when he’s not supporting the Albion Matt is now a family man who enjoys walking the dog on the seafront and practising his culinary skills.

Tracey Lewis

Property Manager - Lettings

Tracey has been working in the Brighton & Hove Property Management industry for 31 years, and during this time she has built up a wealth of knowledge and experience about most aspects of property management and the buildings within the City.  She passed her ARLA exam in 1998 and strives to give the best customer service possible for both Landlords and Tenants.

Whenever she is walking around in Brighton & Hove or her home town of Lewes, she always takes a good look at the buildings and surroundings as she takes a keen interest in the beauty and workmanship of Grade I and Grade II listed buildings; there are many quirky gargoyles hidden in amongst some of the structures which can sometimes be a little amusing (especially churches!!).

Laura Marcantonio

Lettings Account Manager

With a robust background as a qualified Electrician and Contracts Manager in the Electrical industry for over 14 years, Laura joined Sawyer & Co in 2020, initially in an Accounts supporting role. Since then, she’s stepped into the role of Lettings Accounts Manager, where she combines her expertise in finance and property management to deliver exceptional service.

Outside of work, Laura loves spending quality time with her family, embarking on long walks in the countryside with her dog, and keeping active with regular gym visits.

Ceri Jackson

Property Inspector

Ceri has lived in Brighton for 20 years and loves the diversity and culture of the city. She originally studied Menswear Design but has now worked in property for 5 years.

In her spare time Ceri is a keen walker and enjoys going for hikes with her dog in the beautiful surrounding countryside of The Downs and Sussex villages and of course enjoys the wonderful seafront, making time to pop into restaurants along the way. Ceri has travelled extensively in the USA and the second city in her life is San Francisco which she says is almost as good as Brighton.

As a nod to her Celtic background, Ceri is an avid supporter of Wales and Ireland Rugby teams.

Jayne Laverick

Operations and Marketing

Jayne moved to Brighton in 2015 and has loved the vibrant lifestyle here ever since. She enjoys anything creative and so, particularly likes producing our high-quality property brochures, writing descriptions and assisting in the creation of our property and lifestyle magazine; Life.

Jayne studied an undergraduate degree at Northumbria University in English Literature and History, so it’s safe to say there’s a bit of book worm hiding there.

After making that big move South, Jayne took on a Master degree at Kingston University in Publishing whilst working full time managing Brighton’s oldest pub – so the girls no stranger to hard work.

Spoilt for choice here in Brighton and Hove, during her free time you’ll find Jayne frequenting the many local eateries, bars and cafes with friends or taking that long journey home to visit family.

Pamela Edinburgh

Block Accounts and Portfolio Coordinator

Pamela’s journey in life began in North London where she was born and raised. She has a flair for performing arts and was a top vocalist in Spain for several years Upon her return to the UK in 2009, Pamela stepped into a brand new role within block accounts administration for a property management company based in Bedfordshire. This is where her passion for the property management industry developed in to over ten years’ worth of experience in various roles within the block accounts department. Pamela is dedicated to providing first class service to her clients and support of her colleagues in all avenues of her career. Pamela continues to sing in various venues across Sussex at weekends. She also loves to spend valuable time with her husband, family, special friends and little cat called Bear.

Mia Boothby

Senior Lettings Negotiator

After joining the company in 2022, Mia has now progressed to our Senior Lettings Negotiator. Mia has grown up in Shoreham-By-Sea, however loves to indulge in the quirky and busy city of Brighton and Hove. After returning from a three-month sabbatical in May 2025, Mia brings a refreshed perspective and renewed enthusiasm to helping clients find their perfect home. Friendly and approachable, Mia takes pride in making every step of the property journey as smooth and enjoyable as possible. Outside of work, Mia loves dining out and discovering new cuisines from around the world.

Danica Novakovic

Lettings Negotiator

James Gunn

Valuations Manager

Having begun my estate agency journey in 1999, I have worked through all the key areas of both the Sales and Lettings side of the estate agency industry, providing me with unprecedented local knowledge, to support you moving forwards. From an early point in my career, my aim was always to become a valuer, as this was where I felt could best share my passion for both property and people and in turn, look to build strong working relationships with both sellers and buyers across the city.

I am from the Brighton & Hove area, so I have both enjoyed living and working in this wonderful City of ours. Raising a family of four children within the local community and participating in local sports and recreational pastimes, I am always happy to give any advice or recommendations to anyone who is also looking to share the very best that the Brighton & Hove and surrounding areas has to offer. I look forward to supporting you as best I can soon.

Paul Offley

Compliance Officer

With over 40 years of experience, Paul guides us on best practices, ensuring we remain fully compliant with all property-related regulations at all times.

Annette Woolman

Viewing Guide

Relatively new to Estate Agency, Annette is passionate about showing the diversity of property in her much-loved home town. With a degree and a Masters in History she likes to point out local landmarks and interesting facts about Brighton and Hove to clients exploring the area. A wide-ranging career path that includes; the antiques Industry, teaching, hospitality and events and more recently travelling the world as cabin crew; she is now focused on working with the community particularly through volunteering with local charities. Whilst varied her career has been entirely people-centred and that is where she feels her strengths lie due to strong empathetic communication skills. A fanatic about sport; Annette plays tennis, golf, swims, skis, and watches sport as much as possible!

Mike Hall

Viewing Guide

With over 35 years travelling all over the world as cabin crew for British Airways, Mike is no stranger to working which the public which he loves. Originally from Manchester, he has have lived in Brighton and Hove for 28 years considers this city home. Naturally a loyal Manchester United fan, Mike loves football and also follows the Albion; prior to working for Sawyer and Co, he worked in the players tunnel on match days up at the Amex! Mike enjoys skiing, golf and tennis and on his days off he loves eating good food with friends and family and socialising with a good bottle of wine!

Kerry-Anne MARLA

Senior Lettings Specialist

A shortlisted finalist for The Times Best Letting Agent of the Year 2016, Kerry-Anne joined Sawyer & Co in 2011 and has over 25 years’ experience in estate agency.

After spending her early career working for a large corporate company in the Berkshire area, she took time off to travel Australia and Europe. On her return to the UK Kerry-Anne settled in Hove and was instrumental in the success of another independent estate agent in Hove for whom she worked for nine years.

Kerry-Anne’s success at The Times Awards 2016 is due to her great enthusiasm for her job and her impressive pro-active and hard-working approach to everything she does.

Kieran James

Sales Director

Having spent over 28 years supporting both sellers and buyers within the property industry, Kieran has realised that the industry is as much about the bricks and mortar, of the properties he is selling, as it is the people he supports. Always putting his client’s best interests first is at the heart of everything he does, ensuring the very best communication and support is delivered at all times. In his spare time, Kieran can be found supporting his three sons from the side lines of any number of local football pitches or out walking the family pet, Ruby over the downs with his wife, Clare. Kieran is looking forward to being of service to you soon.

Katie Goodsell AIRPM MARLA

Head of Block Management

Having worked in the property sector since 2014 our Senior Property Manager, Katie, brings a wealth of knowledge to our Block Management team. She is ARLA qualified and has passed the level 3 exams to become an associate of the Institute of Residential Property Management.

Kathy Jarrett MIRPM

Senior Property Manager

With over 10 years of experience in the property industry, Kathy joins us as Senior Block Manager. Originally from London, she has spent much of her life living in Sussex and then latterly in Brighton. Having grown up bi-lingual, Kathy has a BA (Hons) in Modern Languages and Media Studies from UEA. She has also achieved Member level of The Property Institute having completed the final exams in 2023. Kathy spent much of her younger years travelling extensively and working overseas and still enjoys travel as much as family life will allow.

Beth Harrison

Assistant property Manager

Beth joins us with seven years’ experience in the property industry; having started within sales and lettings, she turned her hand to property management and now embarks on her most recent position as an assistant block manager.

Sarah Myers

Block Management Coordinator

Born and bred in Brighton, Sarah joins us with extensive knowledge of the local market. Having many years of property experience both in lettings and block management. Sarah spends as much of her free time as possible on renovating her second home in Puglia with her husband.

Daisy Ogilvie

Client Services Consultant

Daisy, originally from London, has spent most of her life in Brighton & Hove. New to the property world, she’s eager to dive in and embrace the challenges of this field. With a solid background in customer service and sales, gained through various local roles, she brings valuable experience to the table. Her artistic flair comes from studying interior design and a past career as a makeup artist. A travel enthusiast, Daisy has already trekked through the Amazon jungle and has Costa Rica lined up as her next adventure. She also enjoys quality time with her nephews and brunches with friends.

Kelly Yeardley

Client Services Consultant

With four years of experience in property management and a background in sales, Kelly brings a wealth of knowledge to her role. She has called Brighton home for the past 12 years, fully embracing the city’s lively atmosphere and abundance of summer events and festivals. A foodie at heart, she loves exploring Brighton’s top restaurants and bars and cherishes quality time with friends and loved ones. In her free time, Kelly often borrows friends’ dogs for long walks across the South Downs. When she visits her hometown in Suffolk, she enjoys rekindling her passion for horse riding. A keen traveller, she delights in experiencing different cultures, finds joy in upcycling furniture, and has a particular fondness for all things nautical.

Tina Healy

Compliance Officer

Tina started her career working within the building surveying industry and went on to travel and work in France and the USA. She returned to London to work in Investment Banking specifically within the regeneration of residential and commercial sectors in central London and the wider boroughs. Tina worked in this industry for 26 years having involvement in many large scale regeneration projects in and around the London Boroughs.

Tina retired from banking in 2010 and took up posts within the block and estate management industry as a senior block and estate manager across Sussex.

Tina has a special interest in compliance and has considerable knowledge in this field.

Katy Clarkson

Professional Photographer and Marketing

Katy is a fantastic addition to our photography team. A passionate creative, she learned photography as a young teen and pursued her interest academically, graduating from De Montfort University with a bachelors degree in Media Technology. With over 10 years of experience in the field, initially photographing weddings, events, and business content, she now brings her expertise to us as one of our dedicated property photographers. Originally from Leicester, home of the foxes and tigers, Katy is a fan of her home sports teams, she has a strong background in swimming and enjoys the occasional surfing trip to Cornwall.

Irene Todaro

Professional Photographer

A professional photographer for over thirteen years, Irene began her career studying in Italy and since then has worked with a host of internationally renowned photographers. Specialising in real estate and interior design photography, with an extensive portfolio of work spanning across Italy and England, her work is characterised by a keen eye for detail and a passion for capturing the essence of architectural beauty.

Irene’s expertise has not only been showcased through her photographs but also celebrated in print. She was featured in a local Italian publication, which highlighted an exhibition of her architectural images from her hometown, Tra Passato e Presente. This critically acclaimed exhibition was commemorated with a book, showcasing her ability to capture the unique spirit of local architecture. Irene continues to bring her professional touch to our clients’ homes, transforming ordinary spaces into extraordinary images.

Andy Garth

Viewing Guide

Brighton born, bred, and educated, Andy has spent 45 years in the property business, with 20 of those focused on Auctions and Investments. He’s held roles in Sales and Lettings, and in 2000, served as President of the Brighton and Hove Estate Agents Association. For over 30 years, he’s also organised the Association’s Annual Dinner at The Grand Hotel – a popular networking event in our Industry.

Outside of work, Andy is a passionate historian, running a side business selling Brighton and Hove historical memorabilia, regularly giving talks to local communities and History Clubs, and holding Guardianship of the Evening Argus Photographic Archive.

A lifelong sportsman, Andy has played County League football, Sunday football, and ran the junior section of Preston Nomads Cricket Club, where he still umpires today. A father of four, he remains deeply rooted in the community he knows so well.

Claire Duran

Mortgage Administrator

With a solid background in financial services, client care, and administration, Claire plays a key admin support role to ensure every mortgage journey is as smooth and stress-free as possible. She manages communication, tracks documentation, and provides regular progress updates to help keep things moving efficiently — always ready to answer questions and offer support along the way.

Known for being friendly, organised, and people-focused, Claire takes great pride in ensuring clients feel informed, valued, and well cared for from start to finish.

Outside the office, Claire is a passionate writer and lifelong creative, happiest with a cup of tea, a great playlist, and something beautiful in progress. Her work is driven by a genuine love of helping others and a desire to bring clarity and calm wherever it’s needed.

Jackie Finlayson

Senior Client Services–Business Development Consultant

Jackie began her estate agency career in Brighton & Hove and has since worked across Hangleton, Lewes Road and Shoreham-by-Sea, bringing a wealth of local market knowledge to every transaction. Combining her deep understanding of the neighbourhoods with a genuine commitment to providing exceptional customer service, she has built a reputation for integrity and a friendly, approachable manner. Jackie’s passion lies in helping clients find their perfect home, whether they’re first-time buyers or families relocating. Her straightforward guidance and clear communication ensure that every client feels supported at each stage of the process.

Outside of work, Jackie is an avid listener of audiobooks, enjoys taking long walks and practising yoga to unwind. A dedicated football fan, she never misses a match, and she loves exploring new restaurants with friends and family.

Candy Trigg

Sales Administrator

Candy has worked in communications for over 20 years, collaborating with global brands to craft engaging copy that turned browsers into buyers. She brings this wealth of experience to Sawyer & Co, helping to produce high-quality property brochures, writing compelling descriptions, and contributing to Life, our property and lifestyle magazine. A natural organiser with a sharp eye for detail, Candy also ensures a smooth, seamless transition from instruction to marketing launch.

Born in Hove, Candy spent time living in London and Sydney before returning to her hometown to raise her two boys. Outside of work, you’ll usually find her in a Pilates studio, where she’s training to become an instructor. She also loves to travel and get lost in a good book- ideally combining the two.

Molly Smith

Lettings Coordinator

After spending five months travelling through Australia and South-East Asia, immersing herself in new cultures and experiences, Molly has returned to her hometown of Shoreham-by-Sea and is excited to begin her career in property. Outside of work, she enjoys running, going to the gym, and spending time socialising with friends, exploring new restaurants and bars in Brighton and Hove.

Simon Thompson

Mortgage Advisor

Simon brings over 15 years of experience in the property industry to his role as mortgage adviser. Drawing on his extensive background in property, Simon is passionate about helping clients achieve their homeownership goals, guiding them through every stage of the mortgage process with clarity and confidence.

He has lived in Hove with his wife for more than twenty-five years; raising two daughters. He enjoys a variety of social and sporting activities, including being a committed member of his local cricket club.