Meet the Team at Palace Auctions
Welcome to the heart of Palace Auctions – our exceptional team. With a perfect blend of traditional expertise and modern innovation, our professionals are dedicated to providing you with comprehensive auction services that tell your unique story.
Let’s introduce you to the individuals who make Palace Auctions a leader in the world of high-value Real Estate & asset auctions.
Our Esteemed Team Members
Tom Barrett – Managing Director
Our Director Tom Barrett, with short hair and a beard, epitomizing the professionalism of Palace Auctions, stands indoors in a well-lit room. He’s dressed in a gray suit and white shirt, while soft lighting and distant windows accentuate the polished atmosphere of this auctioneers’ gathering. Presented by Palace Auctions
Tom Barrett brings a wealth of experience to Palace Auctions, embodying our commitment to blending traditional expertise with cutting-edge auction techniques.
With over ten years in the industry, Tom has overseen countless high-profile auctions for luxury real estate. Expertise:
- Luxury Real Estate Auctions
- Digital Auction Platforms
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Julie Gibson – Director – Property & Business Investment
Julie Gibson is the cornerstone of our client-centric approach at Palace Auctions. Her exceptional ability to understand and meet the unique needs of our discerning clientele is, and will continue to be in the future, instrumental in building lasting relationships with high-profile individuals and institutions worldwide.
Julie brings exceptional strategic leadership to Palace Auctions London as Transformation Director.
With an impressive background in business transformation and technology, she combines commercial acumen with change management expertise. A certified coach and mentor from Leeds Beckitt University, Julie specializes in organizational redesign and digital transformation.
Julie’s notable achievements include successfully directing major transformation programs across Central Government, Technology, and Retail sectors. Her expertise spans managing complex shared service integrations, implementing cloud-first solutions, and delivering comprehensive business restructuring projects.
As a passionate advocate for women in business, Julie applies her strategic vision to drive innovation and growth while maintaining operational excellence.
Specialties:
- VIP Client Management
- Joint Venture advice
- Off Market Sales
- Bespoke Auction Strategies
Personal Touch: Julie’s love for storytelling extends beyond auctions.
Drawing inspiration from the fascinating histories of Businesses and family’s she’s encountered in her career. “At Palace Auctions, we don’t just sell investments; we curate experiences and preserve legacies.” – Julie Gibson
Edward Swindells – Auctioneer & Valuer – Operations
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Edward Swindells leads our charge into the future of auctioneering. His innovative approach to digital platforms and Live and online auctions has revolutionized how Palace Auctions reaches a global audience while maintaining the excitement and personal touch of traditional live auctions.
Key Contributions:
- Maintaining Palace Auctions Presence in Live Auction Development, production and service.
- Development of Palace Auctions’ proprietary online bidding platform
- Integration of AR/VR technologies for virtual auction videography and previews
- Blockchain implementation for secure, transparent transactions
Did You Know? Edward is an avid fanatic of the Auction process and especially the art of Auctioneering.
A farmers son and Farmer. The Family are ,One of the original breeders of Belgian Blue Cattle in the UK. Having been buying and selling to European Government agencies since the age of 13.
Edward, is one of Britain’s most distinguished auctioneers, holding multiple prestigious qualifications including NAVA certification and former RICS national committee membership. A three-time recipient of the RICS and NAVA National Auctioneer of the Year award (2000, 2001, 2007) – an achievement shared by only one other professional in the field.
His expertise extends to landmark cases, including managing England’s largest Agricultural Holdings Act settlement and leading the UK government’s investigation into the country’s most significant livestock fraud case.”
Edward’s ethos is at Palace Auctions London “we’re not just connecting buyers and sellers; we’re creating a global community of passionate family investors, Buyers, sellers and connoisseurs.” – Edward Swindells
Connect with Edward on LinkedIn
Edward’s World of Auctions Email
The Palace Auctions Difference
At Palace Auctions, our team is more than just a group of professionals – we’re storytellers, innovators, and guardians of history. Each member brings a unique perspective and set of skills that contribute to our comprehensive auction services
- Global Reach with Personal Attention: While we operate on a worldwide scale, our team ensures that every client receives personalized service tailored to their unique needs
- Expertise Across Diverse Fields: Beginning with luxury real estate, our team’s collective knowledge spans a wide range of high-value assets
- Innovative Approaches: We continuously push the boundaries of traditional auctioneering, embracing new technologies and methodologies to enhance the auction experience and widen everyone’s understanding of the benefits and excitement of auctions.
- Discretion and Exclusivity: Our team understands the importance of privacy and also offers exclusive services like private treaty sales and access to off-market properties
Join Us for Your Next Auction
Whether you’re looking to sell, Invest or divest a prized asset. Or indeed acquire a new treasure, our team at Palace Auctions is here to guide you through every step of the process.
With our blend of expertise, innovation, and personal attention, we ensure that every auction tells a compelling story.
Discover the Palace Auctions difference – where tradition meets innovation, and every lot has a tale to tell.
Contact us today to start your auction journey!
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