Meet The Team

Alex Sewell Managing Director

I was the last of the Sewell family to get involved in property and now I live and breathe it!

In 2002 my brother called me and said he was opening an estate agency and did I want to come and run it, now nearly 13 years later I am running the 2012, 2013 & 2014 Sunday Times Best Small Estate Agency in the East of England.  Quite an achievement I think!

My business philosophies are to keep it simple, treat the customers like you would expect to be treated yourself and provide simple, professional and honest advice.

Neil Spencer Head of Lettings

Having worked within property for 13 years I was approached to run the lettings department at Sewell & Gardner and once I met the team I knew where my next role had to be. I have worked for a number of corporate and independent estate agents over the years and feel this experience will blend well with the hardworking team already in place. My role is to oversee lettings on a day to day basis across all 4 offices and grow market share for an already well known and successful brand, with key values that epitomise the ethos within this family run business.

Kate Woodward Senior Branch Manager- Chorleywood

I  joined the Sewell and Gardner team having previously worked and trained with a corporate company. I started my career in Estate Agency in 1999 starting as a trainee and working my way up to Senior Branch Manager.

I am passionate about giving exceptional customer service and achieving the best possible price for my clients along with honest advice, empathy and understanding for all situations. I will always go the extra mile and my motto is Client For Life.

Sammy Walton Land Manager

I joined Sewell & Gardner back in 2014, originally working as the Operations Manager I was responsible for the smooth running of the business, with efficient systems and processes in place.

With a background in conveyancing and a keen interest in development, when the opportunity arose to head up to Land department I was keen to get stuck in. With a strong team behind me and working in an honest manner with knowledge to back it up has been a testament to the department’s success to date. Our systems and processes are streamline and we continue to learn daily with updates on planning policies, the local plan and general industry updates.

Kevin Anderson New Homes Manager

Having worked in estate agency in the local area for over 16 years, I joined the Sewell & Gardner team in 2016. Having worked as Watford Branch Manager for the last two years I have now taken on the busy role as New Homes Manager. I have lost count of the number of homes I have seen and the amount of happy vendors and purchasers I have come across. I can safely say I have made a lot of new friends either in the business or just through them selling or buying with me. I am very much looking forward to meeting new developers and seeing sites progress from start to finish.

David Bonnar Branch Manager- Rickmansworth & Croxley

I have recently joined the Sewell & Gardner team as Branch Manager of the busy Watford office. I moved into estate agency 12 years ago having worked a long career in the banking and financial service sectors. I focus on listening to my clients; tailoring their must haves to our available stock and will always strive to offer the best customer experience possible.  For me a happy vendor is key and I rely on my clients referring our business to their own friends and family.

Hannah Matthews Marketing Manager

I joined the Sewell & Gardner team in 2013 after graduating from the University of Leeds. My role involves developing a marketing strategy to promote the Sewell & Gardner brand and the services that we offer. I strive to push the company forward using high quality and innovative marketing campaigns that reflect our brand values. I am also responsible for analysing the response we get from campaigns and monitoring the influence this has on branch performance.

Chris Wood Assistant Manager- Rickmansworth & Croxley

I joined Sewell & Gardner in April 2014 at their Chorleywood branch in Lower Road. Previously I was working for another estate agency in the area for four and a half years. In 2016 I was delighted to be given an opportunity in the new Croxley Green branch. My role involves all aspects of the sales process from giving appraisals on property to seeing the sale all the way through to completion. I also help with the day to day running of the office and help manage a fantastic team. I’m enjoying my role within Sewell & Gardner as it is a family run business, and it is all about the client and great customer service!

Harriet Duncan PA to Managing Director

I first joined Sewell & Gardner in 2012 and after spending two years as the Office Administrator in the Rickmansworth branch, I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to go travelling. After returning 18 months later, I was delighted to join the team at Sewell & Gardner again. Since then, I have gained experience in both Residential Sales and New Homes and developed my knowledge of the company and industry. I am now supporting the Managing Director in all areas of the business, implementing and managing efficient systems and processes which are pivotal to the growth and success of Sewell & Gardner.

Sue Barker Finance Manager

Since 2012, I have been responsible for the company’s accounting system. This involves preparing monthly reports, invoices and other related accounts administration. I am also responsible for managing Landlord and Tenant transactions within our busy lettings department.

Emily Morgan Senior Property Consultant- Watford

I have always admired estate agents and in 2014 I was given the opportunity to work for Sewell & Gardner at the Chorleywood Branch, before moving over to our Rickmansworth office shortly after. In 2017 I was delighted to be promoted to the role of Senior Property Consultant and I have recently moved over to our Watford Branch. My role entails carrying out viewings, agreeing and progressing sales as well as carrying out valuations. I think that my experience working in different branches within Sewell & Gardner has broaden my knowledge and improved my skill set.

What I love about my job is meeting new people on a daily basis and building strong relationships with them. It’s always a lovely feeling when you help someone find their dream home and I look forward to the many years to come.

Ben Howard Senior New Homes Consultant

I started working for Sewell & Gardner when we opened the Watford office in 2015 and was proud to be promoted to the role of Senior Property Consultant for that office in 2017. More recently I have moved into our successful New Homes department as a Senior Consultant focusing of the sale of new build developments. I have been able to establish great relationships with past, present and future clients through my passion for working in property and with the general public.

Maria King Senior Property Consultant- Chorleywood

I recently joined Sewell & Gardner having previously worked as an estate agent in Rickmansworth and Gerrards Cross. I have lived in the area all my life and have always had a passion for property. I really enjoy interacting with clients and helping them to find their perfect property. I believe in providing excellent customer service and going the extra mile for my clients.

Tyler Clark Senior Property Consultant- Rickmansworth & Croxley

Having wanted a career in the sales industry for many years, I was excited to join Sewell & Gardner in 2016 working as a Property Consultant in the Croxley Green office. I have recently been promoted to the role of Senior Property Consultant and am really enjoying working in Croxley Green and Rickmansworth. I have lived in the local area for a number of years and previously attended Rickmansworth School. In my role I enjoy building strong relationships with our clients and assisting them through the sales process.

Kelly Williams New Homes Account Manager

Over the past 2 years within the New Homes department at Sewell & Gardner my knowledge in this thriving part of the business has grown and I love every aspect of what my job has to offer; from the very beginning of looking at plans and pricing to walking around the final build on completion. I take pride in working alongside both developers & purchasers and building long term relationships. I know that my role as New Homes Account Manager will help me to widen my knowledge in the department that I am so passionate about and I look forward to all the new opportunities that we have the pleasure in working on.

Deanna Jackson Senior Office Administrator

I  joined the Sewell & Gardner team in March 2016 working in the Chorleywood office. My day to day role as the Office Administrator is to make sure the office runs smoothly. I am involved throughout the sales process and have a variety of tasks that can be different each day. These include managing all the necessary paper work, liaising with clients, creating brochures, advertising properties and working with business software. I have recently moved over to our Rickmansworth and Croxley Green team, in the role of Senior Office Administrator, and am excited for the new challenge which lies ahead.

Ollie Jimminson Property Consultant- Watford

I have been with Sewell & Gardner since September 2016 and have worked as a Property Consultant in both our Residential Sales and New Homes teams. I am currently working in our Watford branch and having grown up in Watford I have extensive knowledge of the local area. For me, the thing I enjoy the most about my job is handing somebody the key to their new home.

Tiffany Salmon Lettings Consultant

Tiffany has worked in several different roles across the business – and the skills and attributes she’s learned are proving invaluable in the lettings department. Her outstanding attitude and in-depth knowledge helps our lettings department run smoothly, making Tiffany a vital part of the team.

Raj Khatri Property Consultant- Watford

Having spent a considerable sum of my adult life working within the property industry, I can safely say that what was once upon a time job has now become a passion. Prior to joining the Sewell & Gardner team in the Watford office, I was working for an independent agency based in North London. I have a firm belief that one reaps what they sow & I always give customers and clients alike an empathic service. I live in Watford with my wife and daughter and have an intimate knowledge of Watford and the surrounding areas.

Anna Barrett Land Assistant

I started working for Sewell & Gardner early in 2017, I started as a Property Consultant in our Rickmansworth sales team. Having gained vital experience in this role, I have recently moved over to the Land Department. Although similar in some aspects, it has been a challenge learning the way the Land Department functions but I am enjoying it very much. I have been able to use the communication and rapport building skills I have built in the sales department and use them when talking to developers about potential sites. In my short time within the department I have been involved in numerous site acquisitions and disposals with many more in the pipeline.

Harrison Townsin Property Consultant- Rickmansworth & Croxley

I joined Sewell & Gardner in June 2018 working as a Property Consultant in the Watford branch. Having grown up locally I know the area very well and since starting here the team have welcomed me and helped me settle in comfortably. I am currently training and every day I am learning more and more about my role and responsibilities. I am very much looking forward to the exciting challenges ahead!

Jamie Smart Property Consultant- Chorleywood

I joined Sewell & Gardner in 2016 as a Property Consultant in the Chorleywood branch. Since then I have also worked in our Land & New Homes department so have had exposure to both second hand sales and new homes. I enjoy building relationships with our clients and helping local people find their dream home.

Jo Mulry Property Consultant- Rickmansworth & Croxley

I joined Sewell & Gardner in 2017 as a Property Consultant in the Chorleywood branch and have recently moved to take on the same role in the Croxley Green office. I have lived in the area for many years with my husband and 3 children and have built up a wonderful group of friends.  I have worked for other corporate estate agencies on a part time basis and have also been involved with running my own company so have a range of different work experience, all client related. I am interested in property, enjoy meeting new people and love seeing happy clients when they find their new home.

Joel Salter New Homes Consultant

I have recently joined Sewell & Gardner and am working as a New Homes Consultant. I am inspired by how passionate my colleagues are and I am keen to learn the Sewell & Gardner ethos. I am looking forward to building strong relationships with applicants and developers. I have already learnt so much and am excited to develop more in the future.

Sophie Walker New Homes Administrator

I am passionate about supporting Sewell and Gardner in all of their administrative processes, which are pivotal to the smooth operation of this thriving business. I am an integral part of the New Homes team and with a flexible attitude and friendly nature, I am also able to assist when required in the other local offices.

With an eye for detail, and a meticulous approach to every scope of the role, I relish the variety and breadth of the daily tasks. From brochures to business software and sales support, my goal is to represent the company ethos and make every client experience a positive one.

Victoria Simmons Office Administrator

I joined Sewell & Gardner in 2017, having previously worked as a Recruitment Consultant.  I have always had an interest in Property and wished to pursue a career change. I researched the different Estate Agencies that I would like to work for and Sewell & Gardner stood out from the rest due to the brand value “ People before Profit”. I firmly believe that outstanding customer service will always deliver results.  At the moment I work part time in our Croxley Green branch as the Office Administrator. I have a young daughter and I am enjoying the work life balance that Sewell & Gardner has given me.

Jennifer Pettie Office Administrator

I recently started working at Sewell & Gardner as Office Administrator for the Watford Office. My first thoughts were that it feels like working with a big family. I was welcomed into the company with respect and support from my colleagues. My role involves supporting the sales team and making sure their sales run smoothly from start to finish, including the initial advertising of the property to keeping all paperwork up to date up until completion. I’m taking on new responsibilities and challenges every day which I am really enjoying.

Gemma Paul Land Assistant

I started Sewell & Gardner in 2017, with a background in construction and previously working for property company in land acquisitions this seemed like a great opportunity for me. Since my time here I have helped Sammy set up the systems and processes to grow the department. As well as this, I have been focusing on seeking new development opportunities and building and maintaining strong relationships with developers.

Emily Armstrong New Homes Manager- Maternity Leave

I joined Sewell & Gardner in 2006 and quickly gained an enthusiasm for New Homes moving into the department after two years in residential sales. New Homes is my passion and I love to be involved in building relationships with developers from the earliest stage of their scheme. This is when I believe our service truly excels above and beyond the service offered by any other agent.

Jackie Simpson Branch Manager- Maternity Leave

I joined Sewell & Gardner as a Trainee Sales Negotiator in 2010. Within the last 8 years I have worked between the Chorleywood and Rickmansworth Office and I am proud to have achieved the highest record for deals produced by one negotiator during 2013-2014. This year I was delighted to become Branch Manager of our flagship office. My role involves all aspects of the sales process from giving appraisals on property to seeing the sale all the way through to completion whilst offering fantastic customer service. I am honoured to be looking after our client’s biggest asset and do my best to make the experience as smooth as possible for them. My team are second to none and it is a pleasure to work them every day.