The GPT Group
Ernie Garofano is a seasoned property management professional with extensive experience in retail asset management across Sydney's premium precincts. Currently serving as a Senior Property Manager at The GPT Group since July 2023, Ernie oversees key retail assets including Cockle Bay Wharf, Darling Park, and 580 George Street. Prior to this role, Ernie held positions at JLL as Associate Director and Retail Centre Manager, managing multiple retail precincts for clients such as GPT, Mirvac, LaSalle, and Markham Real Estate Partners. Ernie's background also includes significant roles at Charter Hall, Macquarie Real Estate Management Services, and D H White Real Estate Woollahra, showcasing a robust career in retail management and lease administration. Ernie's education includes an Advanced Certificate in Property Agency from Sydney Institute of Technology and a Certificate in Accounting from Randwick TAFE.
This person is not in any teams
The GPT Group
We shape leading experiences across office, retail and logistics. We’re one of Australia’s largest property groups, managing more than $30 billion worth of assets across the country. Our sustainable returns from investments come from focusing on what matters most to customers — a great experience and doing good. Every day, our people are driving positive impact for people, place and planet. They’re inquisitive, pioneering industry firsts and pushing new ideas to deliver exceptional outcomes. Our Manifesto We create experiences that drive positive impact for people, place and planet. Millions of people spend their time with us. Winning their hearts begins and ends with experiences. We understand people’s needs and shape our places around their journeys. We ask and never assume. We create the firsts that others follow. We act knowing that a better tomorrow is up to us. We act for a better tomorrow GPT is consistently ranked as one of the best performing real estate companies in international sustainability benchmarks and awards. GPT is a constituent of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index, and has ranked in the top five most sustainable real estate companies globally for a decade. GPT is also a top performer in GRESB (the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark). GPT was the first Australian real estate company committed to the UN Global Compact.