Meet the Team
Mark Potter
Director
A few more things about me:
Favourite holiday place?& Malaga, Spain
Hobbies outside of work? Cars, house renovation
What might surprise people about you? Cry at sad films
Favourite sport to watch and play? Tennis and motorsport
What's the first thing you do when you get home from work? Cuddle my children
If you could live anywhere in the UK where would it be? Auckley or Newquay
Where did you grow up? Auckley
What's your funniest memory? A friend fell in a river and lost a shoe!
Funniest moment at work? Too many, always laughing!
What do you like most about working with the Portfield team? Motivated, dedicated and funny
Best book you've read or film? Mission Impossibles and James Bond films
Julian Brown
Director
A little more about me:
Favourite holiday place? Meganissi.
Hobbies outside of work? Football, exercising.
What's your secret talent...if you have one? Can't tell you my secrets!
What might surprise people about you? I am compassionate!
Favourtie sport to watch and play? Rugby and womens volleyball
What's the first thing you do when you get home from work? Cook tea.
If you could live anywhere in the UK where would it be? Cornwall.
Where did you grow up? Born and bred in Doncaster.
What's your funniest memory? Everyday creates a good memory.
Funniest moment at work? Too many to mention.
What do you like most about working with the Portfield team? Great banter and working as pat of a family team
Best book you've read or film? Book, Harry Potter and film would be Star Wars, Return of the Jedi
Tanya ONeil
Office Manager
A little bit more about me:
I live with my partner Scott, I have a Labrador called Ted. I like travelling and visiting the seaside for Ted
Favourite holiday place? I love the Caribbean, we have been to a few different islands. I love the relaxed lifestyle and the lush blue seas and white beaches. I also like city breaks.
Hobbies outside of work? I love walking my dog Ted, socialising and going away on holidays.
What might surprise people about you? I was born abroad, I don't like white chocolate and I played the cornet, recorder and guitar.
Favourite sport to watch and play?- I lost interest in sports after leaving school but do enjoy walking.; My other half has every sport going on the tv.
What's the first thing you do when you get home from work? Take Ted for a walk then come home, get changed and make tea.
If you could live anywhere in the UK where would it be? I love the Cotswolds
Where did you grow up? Doncaster
What's your funniest memory? That is doesn't rain in the same place. ; When I was young and my grandparents lived in a different village from us we would be in within a few miles and it would be throwing it down and it would be dry.
Funniest moment at work? Too many really to remember!
What do you like most about working with the Portfield team? We all get on really well, we have mixed personalities and bounce off each other. We often go out for meals and drinks and always have a great time. ; We are all very professional but also like to have a laugh and a joke where we can with our customers.
Best book you've read or film? - I have mixed taste in books and films but prefer comedy to horror.; PS I love you, I enjoyed the book and the film.
Favourite actor or/and actress? - Tom Hanks and Sandra Bullock
Worst moment at work? - I was valuing a persons property and slipped on the stairs and went from the top to bottom and lost the heel off my shoe in the process. ; I had to hobble round until I had finished the appointment. ; I didn't even get the property on the market as a sympathy vote!
Jemma Williams
Part time Lettings/Sales Assistant
A little bit more about me:
Jemma is a dedicated professional who transitioned to a new chapter in her career in November 2023 when she joined Portfield Garrard and Wright. Prior to this, she had a rich and rewarding career in the NHS but wanted a new challenge....
Born and raised in the charming town of Tickhill, Jemma has deep roots in her local community, having called it home throughout her life. Her familiarity with the area adds a personal touch to her professional endeavors, as she understands the unique needs and dynamics of the community.
Family holds a special place in Jemma's heart, and she values spending quality time with her loved ones. Whether it's engaging in family activities or simply sharing moments together, Jemma finds joy in the bonds that tie her close to those she cares about.
Jemma has a passion for travel and exploration, with a particular fondness for international adventures. The allure of experiencing different cultures and landscapes fuels her desire to go abroad whenever possible and is hoping to take her daughter on her first holiday abroad soon. This curiosity and openness to new experiences contribute to her well-rounded perspective on life and work.
With her extensive background in healthcare and her recent venture into a new professional arena, Jemma brings a wealth of experience, a strong work ethic, and a genuine connection to her community to her role at Portfield Garrard and Wright. Her multifaceted interests and dedication to both her career and personal life make her a well-rounded and valuable member of any community she is a part of.
Kate Shaw
Part time Sales Negotiator
Dana Rose
Rentals Manager
Rachel Black
Lettings Assistant
Worked for the company for 16 years
Enjoys walking, reading and cooking.
Tina Bennett
Part time Lettings Assistant
Lisa Needham
Part time Sales Negotiator
A little bit more about me:
Lisa started July 2023 at Portfield Garrard & Wright with previous career as assistant bank manager, then retail manager for an interior design business for 12 years so a whole new chapter.
Loves spending time with friends and close family, lives locally with husband and 2 daughters 17 & 20. Enjoys eating out, reading, long walks and generally being social.
Always look forward to holidays especially Greek islands with Skiathos being a favorite.
Claim to fame - Used to sing as a soprano in a choir doing several trips to Europe and America.
Once sung for King Charles on a special invitation
Paul Freeman
Chartered Surveyor
Favourite holiday place? New Zealand
Hobbies outside of work? Watching cricket - too old to play now
What's your secret talent? Playing bridge
What might surprise people about you? I am older than I look
Favourite sport to watch and play? Cricket
What's the first thing you do when you get home from work? Change into sweatshirt and joggers
Where did you grow up? Doncaster born and bred
What's your funniest memory? In our golf group, the best golfer/lowest handicaper (in his mind anyway) didn't get past ladies tee on the 1st hole at Belton Woods
Funniest moment at work? On a survey, walking into bathroom with the lady of the house in the bath, husband didn't advise his wife was even in the house
What do you like the most about working with the Portfield Team? More relaxed no I'm not a Partner/Director
Best book you've read or film? Where Eagles Dare - can and have watched it over and over and over - also have it on DVD
Rob Stainthorpe
Accompanied Viewer
Worked for the company 7 years
Enjoys family time and travelling