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Kathleen Shipard

0407 280 270 | Kathleen@cooley.com.au

With more than 20 years’ experience across financial services, banking and wealth management, Kathleen brings negotiation expertise, sales leadership and client-focused professionalism to her client’s auctions. Known for her genuine warmth and ability to build trusted, long-term relationships, Kathleen is also passionate, engaging and dedicated to delivering exceptional results.

Over the past four years, Kathleen has worked closely alongside Cooley CEO Damien Cooley, gaining invaluable insight into the craft of auctioneering under his mentorship. She now brings her own skillset and perspective to the auction floor, combining knowledge, presence and control with a highly attuned, people-first approach.

For Kathleen, auctioneering is not simply about calling bids — it’s about human connection. She is able to effortlessly read the room, engage with buyers and connect with the emotions that underpin every sale, while also building confidence with vendors and agents alike. She brings a fresh, authentic energy to the role, along with a strong belief in the point of difference a female presence brings, enhancing the auction experience for everyone involved.
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