Trudy Crooks

As managing director since 2019, and previously national sales manager from 2011, Trudy is the driving force behind ResortBrokers’ ongoing success and expansion.

She has led the growth of the family agency — founded by her father, Ian, in 1985 — from six brokers to more than 30 nationwide, with a presence in every state and territory. Trudy travels extensively to mentor and support her team across the country’s diverse and dynamic markets.

Widely regarded as one of the leading figures in the accommodation property sector, Trudy is recognised throughout the industry for her expertise, energy and enthusiasm.

Her passion for the sector was established early. She began her career with ResortBrokers straight out of school, and at just 20 years old, sold her first accommodation asset — the Zebra Motel in Coffs Harbour.

Eager to broaden her experience, Trudy spent almost a decade in London with Foxtons, the city’s leading real estate agency. There, she won multiple top sales awards, was rapidly promoted to branch manager leading a team of 14 agents and later appointed to run the prestigious Mayfair office. In her first month in that role, she set a company record of £1 million in fees.

Since rejoining ResortBrokers in 2011, Trudy has personally sold assets with a combined value exceeding $430 million.

As managing director, she continues to personally act on major transactions nationwide. Her notable career sales include:

Trudy also heads ResortBrokers’ Hotels Division, which supports major operators including Quest, Accor, Mantra and Minor International in expanding their Australian footprint.

She is also a much sought-after speaker on Australia’s accommodation property sector, regularly presenting at major industry events including AHICE (Asia Pacific Hotel Industry Conference and Exhibition), Australian Property Institute (API), The Urban Developer, AccomCon, Accor Pacific Franchise Conference, Quest Business Franchise Conference and the Best Western Franchise Conference.