21 Dec 2021
Words Informer Issue 101

New Kids On The Block

Our Queensland team has been bolstered by the addition of two new brokers who join ResortBrokers with an outstanding skill set from diverse backgrounds. Welcome to Frank Matus, who’ll be based in Brisbane, and Nathan Benjamin, who’ll cover Central Queensland.

Frank Matus - Broker, Brisbane

Frank joins ResortBrokers’ Brisbane management rights team with perhaps the most diverse sales and marketing background, from an equally diverse range of locations, of any broker who has joined our team.

He’s directed numerous sales, marketing and event projects in a range of sectors such as event operations, aerospace, building, construction, information technology, finance, gaming, mining, luxury travel, sustainability and wine. This passion to continually learn and challenge himself has led him to the Middle East, China, Europe and Australia. 

With an entrepreneurial mindset, Frank has proved himself to be a resourceful leader and problem-solver with a focus on developing client and industry relationships.

“I’ve had the privilege of working in some of the most interesting places in the world and this has allowed me to prove that I can successfully lead culturally diverse, high-performing teams and stakeholders towards challenging commercial goals.”

“A large part of what I’ve done consistently over the years is developing constantly as an expert integrator of sales, marketing, sponsorship, communications and event programs. This has given me the understanding of how to drive growth, profitability and brand awareness across a range of industries, delivering creative, return on investment-led strategies through superior relationship management.”

“This experience has helped equip me for the transition into the accommodation industry and I’m really looking forward to hitting the road to get to know people and their businesses.”

Frank is a big part of ResortBrokers’ plans to scale up the business across Australia and he brings an exceptional skill set which will benefit all operators in Brisbane. His sales and marketing nous is complemented by this proven experience and he is a firm believer in the “client comes first, always” philosophy.

South East Queensland-born and bred, this is something of a homecoming for Frank after many years of chasing business opportunities around the world.

“I always knew I’d end up back in Brisbane at some stage. I love the city and the people. The big thing I noticed about coming back is how genuinely friendly people are here. It’s made me feel very welcome and right at home again. 

“The management rights industry is at an exciting stage right now. A lot of people are moving here and investors are following that and these businesses are now becoming in very high demand.

“And there’s a real buzz here now as well. With the Olympic Games in 2032, this is the place to be.”

Nathan Benjamin - Broker, Central Queensland

Nathan joins ResortBrokers as part of our plans to scale up the business across Australia and he brings an exceptional skill set which will benefit all operators in the Central Queensland region. His sales and marketing nous is complemented by his proven experience as a professional photographer and you’ll find his attention to detail is second to none.

“My vision is to help people transition into, and out of, a successful accommodation business and make their path to both as problem free as possible. I’m all about making connections with people that last. If you want to consider your next move in business, let’s talk.”

Like many of the new brokers who join ResortBrokers, Nathan comes from a diverse business background but the one constant is that he ensures his clients remain top of his priority list and communication remains the key.

He’s worked in real estate, is an accomplished professional photographer and has been part of an event that aims to educate tech entrepreneurs – Tech Startup Weekend – and help them on the road to success with his marketing knowledge and experience.

“I’m all about making connections that last. In any business, this is the key to success along with maintaining communication with people. Then you have to back that up with good old fashioned hard work and be prepared to go the extra mile. I want to help people to think differently. My vision is to inspire others to think differently and to give them the best path to succeed and achieve more and make those lasting connections.”

Nathan’s core business fundamentals means he arrives at ResortBrokers well equipped to become a successful motels and caravan parks broker.

“I’ve always been fascinated by the accommodation and tourism industry. For me, it’s a dynamic industry which is vitally important to the Australian economy and way of life.

“I’m not sure whether I was drawn to this job, or whether the job followed me. It was probably a bit of both, but either way, I’m really looking forward to getting on the road and meeting everyone in our network. 

“ResortBrokers is also big on driving its collaborative culture and this was one of the big reasons I took the plunge to join the team. There are 30 or so other brokers all over the country and the fact that we have the opportunity to work together for our buyers and sellers is a real plus.”

Away from work, Nathan is a real outdoors type who is a keen fitness enthusiast.

“I love anything to do with the beach and most weekends, I’ll be in the water or running and walking on the beach. It’s all about connecting with nature and this is where I feel centred and ready for anything.”