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Tony Landrigan
Joint Managing Director
With more than 32 years of industry experience, Tony has established himself as one of Melbourne’s most respected commercial leasing specialists. Renowned for delivering exceptional outcomes for his clients, he has built a strong track record of securing optimal leasing results across complex and competitive markets.
Tony brings deep expertise in repositioning and leasing major Premium-grade assets, having played a pivotal role in the transformation and success of landmark buildings including Rialto, 101 Collins Street, 500 Bourke Street, and 140 William Street. His experience also extends to delivering major pre-commitment strategies and successful leasing campaigns for leading developers, such as Charter Hall’s 555 Collins Street and the Wesley Place precinct, as well as Lendlease’s One & Two Melbourne Quarter and 839 Collins Street.
Driven by insight, diligence, and an unwavering commitment to his clients, Tony prides himself on providing strategic guidance that empowers decision-making and delivers commercial success. His long-standing client relationships are built on trust and a proven ability to navigate complex leasing environments with innovative thinking and meticulous execution.
Tony’s extensive track record and ability to position premium assets effectively and unlock value for landlords and developers continue to underpin his role at ETC, where he is regarded as a trusted advisor in shaping Melbourne’s commercial landscape.
Edward Knowles
Joint Managing Director
Edward’s commercial property expertise is a differentiator in a market where advice and strategy are increasingly important for property owners and occupiers. His ability to understand property solutions, from leasing campaigns to sourcing opportunities, combined with his deep understanding of market dynamics, are key strengths.
Widely recognised as a skilled dealmaker and shrewd negotiator, Edward is known for his ability to deliver creative, high-impact outcomes in the most complex leasing environments. His strategic thinking and innovative approach have played a pivotal role in the success of numerous high-profile refurbishment and pre-commitment lease campaigns, including Wesley Place, 80 Collins Street South Tower, 555 Collins Street, and 161 Collins Street.
Active in the tenant brokerage space, Edward has developed many strong occupier relationships, with clients relying on him for national support when sourcing market opportunities. He regularly advises on renewals and relocations ranging from 500 to 10,000 sqm across Australia.
His pre-commitment leasing track record includes landmark deals such as the whole-building CSL commitment on Elizabeth Street for PDG, as well as WorkSafe and the City of Greater Geelong’s whole-building pre-commitments with Quintessential in Geelong, to name a few.
With over 20 years of experience, Edward’s insight, creativity, and commercial acumen form a core part of the value he brings to ETC, consistently elevating outcomes for every client engagement.
Martine Inge
Manager
Martine brings over a decade of international real estate experience, having worked in some of the world’s most dynamic and fast-paced markets, including Paris, Hong Kong and Melbourne.
Prior to relocating to Australia, Martine worked with CBRE in Hong Kong, specialising in office brokerage and gaining invaluable experience in one of the world’s most competitive commercial property markets.
Now based in Melbourne, Martine brings a fresh and innovative perspective to the ETC team. She leads the mid-market segment, overseeing client relationships, strategic leasing campaigns and targeted business development initiatives.
Her strength lies in identifying and securing off-market opportunities, allowing her to provide tailored advice and deliver strategic, results-driven outcomes for her clients.
Martine is committed to delivering a personalised experience built on trust, market insight and a genuine focus on achieving exceptional results. Her expertise complements the knowledge and capabilities of Ed, Tony and Shane, creating a well-rounded team equipped to support clients across the full spectrum of commercial leasing requirements.
Shane Burns
Director
Shane is a senior office leasing specialist with more than 26 years’ experience in the Melbourne office market. He is a trusted advisor to institutional investors and major private owners, valued for his strategic insight, market intelligence, and ability to deliver decisive outcomes in complex leasing environments.
He works in close partnership with clients and project teams, embedding himself within each assignment to ensure a comprehensive understanding of investment objectives, asset positioning, and risk considerations. This collaborative, outcomesdriven approach results in strategies that enhance asset performance and longterm value.
Shane has an exceptional track record executing preleasing campaigns and advising on Primegrade assets, successfully maximising value through disciplined negotiation and informed decisionmaking. Known for his commercial acumen, he provides recommendations based on careful analysis of market conditions, tenant demand, and competitive dynamics.
His experience includes leasing and advising on some of Melbourne’s most prominent office assets, including Rialto, 140 William Street, 567 Collins Street and 321 Exhibition Street. Notable precommitment transactions include securing 11,000 sqm for Myer at 1000 La Trobe Street and 8,000 sqm at 7 Spencer Street for AECOM and the ABN Group.
Through decades of deal-making and industry engagement, he has developed strong relationships as a trusted adviser across the Melbourne office market. Known for his strategic thinking, Shane is adept at navigating complex transactions by assessing scenarios from multiple perspectives to achieve optimal outcomes for his clients.
Megan Kirkpatrick
Executive Assistant
Megan joins ETC as an Executive Assistant, bringing 19 years of experience supporting teams and business operations across multiple industries.
With ETC continuing to expand, Megan plays a key role in ensuring the business runs efficiently behind the scenes, helping manage the fast pace of daily operations and keeping the team organised and supported.
Recognised for her professionalism, organisation and approachable nature, Megan is a valued part of the ETC team, helping create a positive, seamless and collaborative working environment.