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    Karan Vaghela

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    Redefining client engagement in Melbourne's competitive east

    Why they stood out “ In an industry full of noise, Karan lets his results do the talking. He represents everything we wanted this award to stand for, substance over hype, consistency over flash. A genuine rising force. ”

    “ What stood out this year was the way Karan paired momentum with maturity. He represents the kind of fresh leadership that moves an industry forward without needing to shout for attention. ”

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    Real Estate Trailblazers

    Recognising the professionals shaping the industry right now. Not awards, recognition. The people building, innovating and leading across Australia and New Zealand.

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    Karan Vaghela

    Karan Vaghela

    Redefining client engagement in Melbourne's competitive east

    Real Estate Today Trailblazer Awards 2026, Rising Star Australia Winner

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    Nick Georges

    Real Estate Today Trailblazer Awards 2026, Thought Leader Winner

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    Shannon Welch

    Real Estate Today Trailblazer Awards 2026, Wellness & Culture (Group) Winner

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    Mac Dawson

    Real Estate Today Trailblazer Awards 2026, Sales Trailblazer Australia Winner

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    Ellen Bathgate

    Real Estate Today Trailblazer Awards 2026, Marketing Australia Winner

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    Real Estate Today Trailblazer Awards 2026, Rising Star Australia Winner

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    Nick Georges

    Real Estate Today Trailblazer Awards 2026, Thought Leader Winner

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    Shannon Welch

    Real Estate Today Trailblazer Awards 2026, Wellness & Culture (Group) Winner

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    Mac Dawson

    Real Estate Today Trailblazer Awards 2026, Sales Trailblazer Australia Winner

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    Ellen Bathgate

    Real Estate Today Trailblazer Awards 2026, Marketing Australia Winner

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    Joe Shannon

    Real Estate Today Trailblazer Awards 2026, Property Management Australia Winner

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    Tommy Laybourn

    Real Estate Today Trailblazer Awards 2026, Rising Star New Zealand Winner

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    Rod Fitzgerald

    Real Estate Today Trailblazer Awards 2026, Events & Experiences Australia Winner

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    Jo Black

    Real Estate Today Trailblazer Awards 2026, Community Winner

    Megan Dale

    Megan Dale

    Real Estate Today Trailblazer Awards 2026, Rural & Regional Winner

    Julie Davis

    Julie Davis

    Real Estate Today Trailblazer Awards 2026, Recruitment & Retention Australia Winner

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    Kylie Johnston

    Real Estate Today Trailblazer Awards 2026, Sales Trailblazer New Zealand Winner

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