Our Estate And Letting Agents Team In Manchester And Cheshire

James StevensonDirector

James was born and raised in Sale, has lived in the city centre for several years and is now a resident of Chorlton, so knows Manchester very well. Starting his career with a large national agent 14 years ago, James moved on to a smaller independent a few year later, combining the positive aspects of both to establish Stevenson Whyte in 2008. Whilst setting up the company James was also completing a 5 year degree in building surveying meaning that he could combine his love of property with extensive technical knowledge. Now a proud father of two young children, in his free time, when he's not trying to catch up on huge amounts of lost sleep, he likes to try his hand at baking and attempt to tame the garden at home.

Debra ShepherdProperty Manager

Debra was born in Stretford and lived in Urmston for a while but now back in the house she grew up in Stretford, her family home from when she was a child with her 7 siblings. She has worked in the estate agency industry since 2000 with both independent and corporate agents and gained a wealth of knowledge of the residential and lettings business. She is passionate about people and property and her customer service standards are a very important part of her role. She is very much a people person and enjoys socialising with her family and friends along with a flair for interior design, decorating and up-cycling furniture. She has one daughter who has recently got engaged and is looking forward to the wedding in a couple of years time.

Antony Du Toit Property Manager

Originally from Johannesburg in South Africa, Antony has lived in the UK for the better part of 25 years. His working career in the UK started in retail, as a personal shopper in an exclusive London department store. After that he settled into the property industry as a property manager in prime Central London. Moved to Manchester 2 years ago and loves it! He says "I enjoy the diversity of the role as a property manager and the many challenges that come along with it.

Jennie O'MalleySales & Lettings Negotiator

Jennie joined Stevenson Whyte in March 2017 and has thrived in her sales and lettings role ever since. She loves the variety the job presents and enjoys meeting different people on a daily basis, helping them achieve the home of their dreams.

Jennie originally studied Dance at college/university, having been brought up within a performance background Jennie has danced ever since she was five years old, trained predominately in ballet, tap and modern as well as learning new styles throughout further education. Following education she decided to continue her dancing on the side whilst concentrating on developing her sales and property skills. She still loves taking part in shows outside of work as well as exercising, socialising and eating out.

Ian Metcalfe Property Manager (block management)

Ian joined us at the start of 2019, bringing with him a wealth of experience at both corporate and independent agencies. Spear heading our growth in the sector, Ian enjoys speaking to clients and resolving complex issues, which occur often in this sector. In his spare time he enjoys walks in the hills and the odd box set on Netflix.

Joanne Cohen Property Manager (block management)

Jo is our most recent addition to the team and brings with her a wealth of property management experience. She enjoys being out at the developments meeting clients and that no two days are the same. In her spare time she is an avid baker and enjoys taking in a show at the theatre.

Simon Stone Property Manager (block management)

Originally from London, Simon moved to Manchester six years ago and loves living in the city. Previous to joining Stevenson Whyte, he worked for another property management but joined us as he wanted to work for a smaller agent that focuses all their efforts in the local area, whilst priding itself on customer service. Simon enjoys working in this sector as although he recognises the challenges the role can bring, he always tries to see things from leaseholders' point of view, using his own experience of dealing with block management companies as a homeowner himself. Outside of work, Simon tries to go to the gym but often fails at this, and it will always be his New Year's resolution to go more often.

Gail Kenyon Property Management Assistant (block management)

Gail is the latest member to join the team and has held a steady career with a strong administration background, starting in the Recruitment industry 22 years ago, she then progressed into the Property industry where she has worked and gained a better understanding of this sector for the last 9 years. She loves the challenge and variety of work that the Property business brings.Not one for blowing her own trumpet Gail was an active participant in a local brass band until the birth of her 2 daughters. She loves to read, garden and socialise in her spare time.

Riley BroderickProperty Management Assistant (block management)

Riley joined our team at the end of 2019 as an apprentice and has sped through his training and property management qualification at lightning speed. In his spare time he enjoys travelling and supporting Manchester United.

William RatcliffeProperty Manager

Will joined the team as an apprentice and quickly learned the ropes and earned a qualification in lettings and management. He enjoys how varied his role can be and exploring new areas of the city whilst out and about. Born in Bury, Will is an avid Liverpool FC fan, partakes in mixed martial arts and also closely follows rugby.

Anne StevensonOffice administrator at Sale Moor Village office

Anne grew up in Sale and has lived in the area for many years. She has had a varied career starting as a librarian in public and college libraries and later qualifying as a Special Needs/ Basic Skills teacher which took her from high security prisons to units for vulnerable young people. She enjoys the (slightly!)less challenging environment of the property business. Anne loves socialising with friends and family and fairly frequent holidays.

Kevin HackettHandyman at Sale Moor Village and Castlefield offices

Kevin was born in Manchester and has lived in the area for all of his life. He's has had a very varied career, from nursing to pipe installation, latterly property maintenance, which he's been doing now for nearly 15 years. Kevin has worked for Stevenson Whyte for several years and is our trusted handyman for all occasions. When not fixing leaks and repainting properties he loves walking his Jack Russell dog Molly, who occasionally joins him on his call outs, as well as honing his culinary skills in the kitchen.