Victorian network names 1st CEO.

Mitch Armstrong appointed as OBrien Real Estate’s first CEO.


OBrien Real Estate is proud to announce that Mr Mitch Armstrong has been selected as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Mitch’s appointment follows an extensive and competitive selection process.

Before joining OBrien Mitch has held a variety of executive, operational and project leadership roles. Most recently, he held the position of Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) for Kay & Burton. Previously, Mitch served as Sales Director for Domain and Chief Operating Officer (COO) for The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) and is seen as an outstanding industry thought leader.

Reporting to the Corporate Directors; Dean O’Brien, Darren Hutchins and Stavros Ambatzidis, Mitch will transition into the responsibility of all Corporate operations and strategy. This new CEO role will allow the corporate team to work more closely with existing offices and assist with the brand’s continued growth.

From left to right, Dean O’Brien, Stavros Ambatzidis, Darren Hutchins, Mitch Armstrong.

Here is what Mitch had to say about his appointment:

“I am honoured to have been selected as OBrien Real Estate’s first CEO. It is a privilege to be part of an organisation that delivers high quality services and innovative solutions to the best clients, develops the most talented professionals into leaders and does its part to improve the societies in which we operate,” said Mitch.

“We are an organisation led by a purpose – to make a positive, meaningful impact that matters to everyone OBrien touches. I will do my best to serve the network by helping enable our leaders and people to fulfill their passion to make a difference. My long term goal is to see OBrien grow to the largest, most exciting Real Estate brand in Victoria and beyond”

Here is what Darren Hutchins, Corporate Director had to say about Mitch’s appointment:

“This appointment marks an exciting new chapter for OBrien Real Estate, we are looking forward to working with Mitch to ensure OBrien Real Estate continues to deliver on its purpose, to create a place where we can facilitate people’s’ growth. We believe he is a great fit for OBrien Real Estate, with the combination of skills and experience to lead the business through its next strategic phase.”

Here is what Dean O’Brien, Corporate Director had to say about Mitch’s appointment:

“Mitch brings unique perspectives on the national business environment, having a true multifaceted career journey. I am excited to work with Mitch as we continue to make significant inroads in becoming Victoria’s most successful, progressive, and innovative real estate brand. Mitch has already been impressed by the quality of our people, the strength of our culture and our client relationships. We believe we have an exciting future in front of us as we capture growth opportunities.”

Here is what Stavros Ambatzidis, Corporate Director had to say about Mitch’s appointment:

“Mitch will bring a wealth of industry experience and excellent strategic and leadership skills to OBrien Real Estate, and I am delighted that he will be our new Chief Executive Officer. He has impressed us with his clarity, structure and focus, and a strong client-centric mindset to the role, and by his drive to lead the development of OBrien Real Estate’s future strategy.”