The Secret of Wisdom Creating Wealth & Protection
Turn the clock back to December 2007. Oakshield was performing exceptionally well, with over $5 million in commissions from several settlements due to close within the next six months. We were looking forward to an excellent income for the 2008 financial year.
Then, on or about the 7th of January 2008, the world changed. Billions were lost as the financial markets crashed in what became known as the GFC (Global Financial Crisis).
Overnight, our deals fell apart. Our projected income vanished, dropping to just one single settlement with a $350,000 commission. It was a stark lesson, but I have always believed that when one door closes, another is ready to be opened. We simply opened the door and found that opportunity was unlimited.
Building a Legacy in Central Queensland
Almost overnight, my business partner, Wayne Land, and I became developers in Central Queensland. I brought to the table my experience from the Gold Coast, where I had developed three large, gated communities totaling over 200 properties. Wayne was an A-class licensed builder who, until then, had stayed away from the tools to focus on business.
Together, we became deeply involved in the physical reality of creating a community, acquiring land for over 450 lots. Our commitment went beyond just building; we handled the marketing and selling of finished products to a diverse range of markets:
Lillypilly Units: 14 initial lots.
Lillypilly Two: 46 lots in a fully gated community with a pool and recreational facilities. These were sold fully furnished to investors, serving as luxury accommodation for companies in the Central Queensland mining industry.
Residential Growth: A further 150 plus 205 house-and-land packages.
The "First Home Champion"
Selling to first-home buyers at that time was a significant challenge—the road was blocked. We needed a clever idea to break through.
In our development, we had a road named “Anna Meares Avenue,” named in honour of our local cycling champion. Following her Gold Medal win at the 2012 London Olympics, I contacted Anna’s manager. We offered to bring her home so the community could celebrate her incredible achievement. We arranged a function for 140 people in Rockhampton, raising the necessary funds for her journey to the Rio Olympics.
This sparked the “FHC” (First Home Champion) brand. Soon, Anna was on television almost every night promoting our homes. This innovative concept allowed us to sell all our lots to very happy buyers and opened the door to selling a further 150 house and land packages across Rockhampton and Yeppoon.
Our Promise to You
This story is the embodiment of Wisdom Creating Wealth & Protection. We don’t just see the obstacles; we see the path around them. Today, Norman and the Oakshield team use this same grit and ingenuity to turn businesses around and secure premium exits for our clients.
We don’t just aim for a sale; we strive for a result that goes far beyond what you expect, ensuring your wealth is grown and your future is protected.
Experience the Oakshield difference: Wisdom Creating Wealth & Protection. Most brokers sell the business you have today; Norman uses his decades of global turnaround experience to build the business a buyer will pay a premium for tomorrow. We are here to transform your operations and secure an exit that rewards your years of effort with a result far beyond what you thought possible.