Ray White Double Bay has once again proven its standing as one of the flagship offices in the international Ray White network, taking home the prestigious title of No.1 Office in Australia at the Ray White International Awards.
The legacy business has always been a cornerstone of success, both within the Ray White network and the Double Bay market and surrounding Eastern Suburbs. Elliott Placks, having bought into the business and then bought out the remaining owners, is a symbol of the success of years past moving directly into the future.
The award recognition is a milestone moment for the agency, as it officially opens its brand-new office in the heart of Double Bay. The new office has been a multi-year project that cements its position as a cornerstone of the community and the wider Ray White network.
It is also a true embodiment of the commitment the Double Bay team has in harnessing the opportunities on the horizon.
For Elliott Placks, Principal of Ray White Double Bay, the award recognition is a personal highlight in his 23-year journey with the brand.
“I’ve been with Ray White for 23 years this year, and I’m very proud to be here. I think for me it’s more than a job. I’m passionate about the business, about the White family, and making sure the future is as good as the past, if not better,” said Mr Placks.
General Manager Maddy Corrigan, who joined the business two years ago, said the win reflects both history and future opportunity.
“When I first came here, it felt like such a great platform. There’s so much growth, so much history in the Ray White Double Bay team. To be able to use that as a platform for continued growth and for the future is such an exciting opportunity,” Ms Corrigan said.
A culture of leadership and growth
Central to the Double Bay success story is its long-term investment in people and culture. The business runs a structured leadership pathway, from associate director through to director, underpinned by tenure, revenue, and shared values.
“It’s exciting to see people come along that journey; not just from the sales side, but also administration, which is really part of our leadership group,” said Mr Placks.
That approach has seen the Double Bay administration team recognised as Administration Team of the Year, Ray White New South Wales | ACT, a reflection of the business’s commitment to excellence across all departments.
“Leadership for us isn’t just about people who have titles,” said Ms Corrigan.
“There are lots of ways people can lead; either themselves, quietly, or in other aspects of the business. Winning the Administration Team of the Year is huge recognition of what that team does. It’s a high-performing team, and we need that as the backbone of the business.”
