Peter Brennan AM
Founder
Peter Brennan has expertly led Bradcorp through the complexities of Bradcorp’s development projects, focusing on the vision and delivering excellence. Mr Brennan has a depth and breadth of experience in the housing industry, having held senior management positions for over 38 years, including his tenure at Bradcorp and until 2023 it’s Chief Executive Officer. Bringing with him the experience gained in a variety of positions with Australia’s largest home builder, AV Jennings, from Marketing Manager to Director of Operations for NSW and Queensland, he provides an excellence in leadership and innovation. Mr. Brennan in 2000 served as President of the Housing Industry Association New South Wales Division. He has been a long-time supporter of the community and an advocate of social and corporate responsibility recognised through:
- being named a Paul Harris Fellow by the Rotary Foundation of Rotary International
- serving as President of the Bobby Goldsmith Foundation (2000 – 2005)
- becoming a Member of the Order of Australia for service to the community of the Macarthur region through a range of health, educational and social welfare organisations, and to the housing industry
- being awarded an honorary doctorate at the inaugural University of Western Sydney School of Medicine graduation ceremony in recognition of distinguished community service
- In 2021, Mr Brennan was appointed Chair of the Western Sydney University Foundation
- In November 2021, Mr Brennan was honoured by the Urban Development Institute of Australia with a Life Membership recognising his service to the development industry.
L. John Graves
Chairman
John Graves was appointed as Chairman of Bradcorp’s Board of Directors in June 2021, having served as a Non-Executive Director (1996–2021). Mr Graves is a Consultant to Finn Roache Lawyers, a NSW and Queensland law firm; having recently merged his practice Bradfield & Scott, which continues as a division of Finn Roache. Mr Graves specialises in Business Law and Property Law.
His major areas of work include a number of CBD developments involving acquisition, sale, development, leasing and construction. He has expertly handled many acquisitions and subdivisions throughout Sydney, Wollongong and Newcastle areas for developers and investors. Mr. Graves practices in commercial and corporate law, property law, intellectual property and information technology.
Mr. Graves has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Commerce (University of NSW) and a specialist accreditation in both Business Law and Property Law (Law Society of NSW). He is Chairman of the Examination Committee for Business Law Specialist Accreditation (Law Society of NSW). Mr Graves also maintains a long association with the Uniting Church in NSW and Australia. He is currently a Member of the NSW Statutory Corporation for the Uniting Church and a Director of the corporate asset holder for the Uniting Church National Assembly.
Bill Sweeney
Board Member
Bill Sweeney was appointed to Bradcorp’s Board in May 2023. Bill’s expertise as an accomplished business leader crosses many fields, with a focus on strong financial and strategic management. With more than 40 years in the accounting and business advisory sectors, his diverse client list has spanned property, construction, finance, health and education. Bill is a sought-after business leader and advisor and has been a non-executive director of several large private company boards. His passion for the education sector was reflected in his founding of Collarts where he continues to serve as Executive Chair; and his leadership of Macleay College as its former Executive Chair. He is a former director of the Australian Jockey Club and was a Founding Director of the Australian Turf Club in 2011.
Mr Sweeney holds a Bachelor in Commerce (University of NSW).
Grahame Kelly
Executive Director
Management Team
Grahame Kelly’s sharp appreciation of the intricacy of land development, and his keen ability to develop innovative solutions that turn constraints into assets, has been invaluable in creating unique and sustainable communities. Previously at AVJennings Grahame had been Land Acquisition Manager from 1991 to 1996. His 50 years’ experience in the land development industry in Sydney includes 12 years with the New South Wales Government’s Department of Land and Housing where he held a variety of senior management roles. Mr. Kelly has a Bachelor of Engineering and Bachelor of Surveying, University of NSW.
Mark Minogue
Finance Director
Management Team
Mark Minogue has been Financial Controller for the biggest names in the residential building industry since 1982, managing annual turnovers of up to $250 million. His depth of experience in managing the complexity of land development has ensured Bradcorp’s success in delivering economic sustainability, as well as the company aims of social, environmental and corporate responsibility. Mr. Minogue has a Bachelor of Economics, Monash University, and is a Certified Practising Accountant (CPA).
