Meet beauty with brains Hannah Gair who recently joined our platform as a Property Advisor. She is the managing director of Empire Lane Advisory (https://empirelaneadvisory.com.au/).
Here is an interview with her:
- Tell us more about yourself – what you do, your hobbies, passions etc.
I have the privilege of raising three beautiful children (one with special needs) as a single mum and count it an absolute blessing – I call motherhood a beautiful mess. I have a passion for educating, equipping and empowering women on how to begin, grow and diversify their property portfolio, as I see financial security a must for all ladies (and men), which is why I birthed Empire Lane Advisory. I’m a 50% Owner in a F45 and am super passionate about having a gym where people of all ages, levels and abilities are championed into their fitness potential. I have a crazy sense of humour, like a good dance in the kitchen while rocking a messy bun and believe kindness is a free gift, we can extend to those who cross our path. I love public speaking, writing and inspiring women to harness their uniqueness and gifts so they reach their full potential.
- Who or what inspires you?
I have a lot of people who I can name for this section. However, I’m going to highlight two people. One being my Father and the other my brother Ryan.
Dad has been in local politics since I was a young teenager and holds the current seat as Mayor (yes Mayor Gair…it rhymes;). Watching him in leadership over the decades has been very inspiring. There have been tough times, especially when the media publically misrepresents or defames the family name or Dad’s intentions, yet against all odds, he rises with integrity, honesty, grit, against popular opinion (some days) and will always represent social justice, the marginalised and his community to the best of his ability. I am really inspired that Dad has been elected for council continuously for the past 27 years, as it speaks of his character, tenacity and passion for the group of people he represents.
Ryan, my kid brother, well only by 18 months, who was mistakenly called my twin our entire childhood, is the Founder and CEO of Rate Money. Anyone who owns a business understands the sacrifice and boldness it takes to back yourself and the dream that is laid on your heart, while harnessing the ‘never, ever, give up’ attitude when the going gets tough (Ryan is an excellent example of this). I’ve watched Ryan try different tactics and strategies within his business model in order to expand over the years, where he is met with great success today – opening seventeen offices in two years.
- What are your goals in life? Have you achieved them?
The simple goals are those where I can constantly live in a state of continuously improving myself daily on all levels. I am very passionate about self development and reaching my potential. I’m always making sure that I’m reading a book to stretch my mind, grow my business, make me a better human/mother/friend and challenge the status quo. Have I achieved it? Call me a work in progress!
I have a strong desire to own different businesses, as a silent business partner, that represent a plethora of industries and place competent operators within the required roles for the company’s success. The old saying, having the right people on the bus but furthermore, having the right people sitting in the right seat on the bus.
I would also like to provide capital to small businesses, who require an injection of funds and mentoring for expansion. I’m joyed at the thought of setting someone else up for their success and seeing that person reach their potential and goals.
I’d also love to have a stronger voice on a social level, whereby I’m speaking value into women, their individual roles and inspiring them to be the best version of themself.
- Have you faced any gender related challenges in your personal or professional life?
Unfortunately yes! This has been something I’ve needed to face in my professional career. Working in a male dominated industry (a boys club) has required me to posture myself in order to not tolerate disparities due to my gender. That has included being remunerated, the way I have been addressed in a Boardroom setting and being sexualised due to being a woman. The upside to this, is the growth in my confidence, my passion for equality, sharpening myself to perform professionally and becoming a stronger role model to my daughters!
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