Meet Our Queerleaders

What is a Queerleader?

Queerleader (noun): a champion of positive change for queer people within the property and construction industry.

We are a network of 300+ same-sex attracted and gender diverse Queerleaders, in all fields of property including development, construction, marketing, media, architecture, planning, surveying, engineering, design, facilities management, recruitment, sales and more.

Our Board – the people who make it happen

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Adrien Moffatt

Co-Chairperson NSW

Adrien is a powerhouse. With a simple mission to leave behind a better world than the one they were raised in, Adrien brings compassion and an infectious determination to progress positive change through QIP. With integrity and harmony at the centre of all they do, Adrien brings a unique refinement to QIP’s voice and vision as NSW co-chair. Her sights are set on the next generation of queer pioneers and intends to spread love and light throughout the property industry.

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Dayle Bennett

Co-Chairperson NSW

To put it simply, Dayle is a doer. This urban planning extraordinaire brings a vibrant perspective and multidisciplinary expertise to everything he does. With a steadfast commitment to diversity and inclusion, Dayle is focussed on creating space for people to share their stories and building more diverse visibility within the property industry. When not busy planning for the vital infrastructure systems of New South Wales, you can find Dayle baking, employing his skills from a past life in a cupcake business, or being a wannabe foodie around the globe.

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Benjamin Rowe

Co-Founder & Board Member VIC

What makes Ben Rowe tick, you ask? Efficiency and humanity in our built environments – without the hyperbole. Ben is so much to so many, striving for inclusiveness, innovation and excellence in all his projects as a Project Director at Riverlee. He’s driven, motivated and exudes a natural can-do attitude, there is nothing this maestro of property cannot do. Ben is a man of few words but they are all the right ones

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Jacob Vagg

Board Member VIC

A true master of his own destiny, Jacob is a trailblazer who has set himself a high bar to not just be the best, but to innovate along the way. There is nothing this superstar marketer can’t do. Well connected, suave and legendary, Jacob takes it all in his stride, currently leading the Salta Properties brand into the future of property marketing.

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Billy Patten

Co-Founder & Board Member VIC

Bill Patten is our savvy and sustainable Marketing Manager from Riverlee who has successfully rebranded to just Billy – a one-name wonder human who doesn’t need any introductions. Billy, and all their non-binary finery is committed to cultivating inclusive spaces that help empower our queer community through design, culture, and free expression.

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Paul Borella

Board Member VIC

Don’t let that stunning smile fool you, Paul Borella is no light weight. Paul is a digital master, running a digital agency that covers strategy, engagement and development. There isn’t anything this professional power house can’t do. When he is not winning at work, he’s winning at life. You can catch him travelling to ski destinations with family and friends, enjoying a cheeky chocolate eclair or a champagne.

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Rossco Karabelas

Co-Founder & Board Member VIC

Rossco is a typical property industry brat, kicking off his career as a marketer for a heavyweight in the development world, then moving to a global sales agency before founding Studio White Noise. Rossco has been part of some of the most iconic projects in Australia, whilst maintaining his humble demeanour and stunning good looks. You will definitely hear Rossco before you see him.

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