Board of Directors
Adam Docking
Richard Simpson
Andrew Meehan
Jacob Caine
Leah Calnan
Michael Clements
The REIV Board of Directors Adam Docking
Andrew Meehan
Adam became a Fellow of the REIA in 2019 and was Chair of the REIV’s Auction Chapter Committee for a number of years.
Under Andrew’s leadership, his business was awarded the REIV Medium Residential Agency of the Year in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, and the REIV Property Management Team of the Year 2019.
President Director of MJ Docking & Associates, Adam Docking has more than 30 years’ experience in the real estate industry. His Vermont-based agency was founded by his father in 1983 and operates in the residential, commercial and property management sectors.
Adam was elected to the REIV Board of Directors in 2017. Adam served two consecutive years as REIV Senior Vice President before being elected as President for 2021/22.
Richard Simpson
Senior Vice President Richard Simpson is a partner in W.B. Simpson & Son, a family real estate business situated in North Melbourne with more than 140 years of history. As a Principal in a business that sells and leases both residential and commercial property, Richard has developed an excellent understanding of the major issues facing the real estate industry. Richard provides extensive input into the REIV and has previously served as Chair of the REIV Commercial and Industrial Chapter Committee. Before joining the family business, Richard was a Chartered Accountant with a major firm where he worked in the banking and finance and property development sectors. Richard was elected to the Board of the REIV in 2015 and has previously served as Vice President, Senior Vice President and as President in 2017/18. 20 | The Estate Agent – NOVEMBER 2021
Vice President Andrew Meehan is the Director, CEO and co-founder of the Nicholas Lynch Real Estate Group. He is also a licensed real estate agent, a qualified surveyor, an MBA holder and a member of the FIABCI, the International Real Estate Federation.
Andrew has been actively involved with the REIV for many years, serving on several committees, chapters and divisions. Andrew brings strategic expertise and strong industry knowledge of issues affecting agents and agencies.
Jacob Caine
Director Jacob Caine is a licensed real estate agent, holding an honours degree in music, an MBA and studying for a Master of International Relations with Harvard University. Appointed as CEO of Caine Real Estate from 2012, Jacob has gained hands-on experience of all roles in the family agency. He was also appointed by the REIV Board as a Nominated Director on the Board of Realestateview.com.au Ltd from 2017 to 2020. Jacob has been an active Member of the REIV as a member of the former Young Agents Chapter Committee, Members’ Council Delegate and Chair of the former REIV Melbourne Central Division Committee. Jacob is keen for membership growth from new agents and emerging agencies, creating an inclusive culture and continuing the journey to deliver a reinvigorated, modern and vital Institute.
Leah Calnan
Director Leah Calnan served as REIV President for two terms 2019/20 and 2020/21. Leah has a long history of involvement with the REIV including as Chair of the Property Management Chapter Committee and as a training facilitator in Property Management. Leah was elected to the REIV Board of Directors in 2014. Leah’s experience encompasses more than 20 years in the property industry, commencing as an Assistant Property Manager. Leah is currently proprietor and Director of Metro Property Management.
Michael Clements
Director Michael Clements is a Melbourne-based commercial lawyer and comes to the Board with a strong background in corporate and commercial advisory. As a Director of Harris Carlson Lawyers, Michael practices across a broad range of legal disciplines, including a longstanding reputation in residential and commercial property transactions. Michael’s daily interactions with key property sector stakeholders (including many REIV members) sees him well placed to contribute as an Additional Director on the REIV Board.
