Fleet Estate Agents

Senior Manager

Dale Ballard (MNAEA)

Dale Ballard (MNAEA) is the Manager of our Fleet sales office and has been since 2016. Having lived in the area his entire life Dale offers a wealth of local knowledge which often pays dividends when negotiating sales and can always be found working hard to provide his clients with the best possible customer service. In his time away from the office he will mainly be watching some form of motor sport, usually Formula 1 or planning days out with his wife and their two children.

Three words that describe Dale are: Honest, Knowledgeable and Loyal.

Assistant Manager

Robert Stocchetti (MNAEA)

Rob Stocchetti (MNAEA) is the Assistant Manager of the Fleet Branch, he prides himself on giving the best customer service and enjoys meeting and interacting with new people. He joined Bridges full time in 2017 after a two year stint as a Saturday assistant, and hasn’t looked back since. Having lived in the area all his life Rob is a local boy from Fleet. Outside of work, Rob’s hobbies include football and golf, he is an avid Liverpool fan, and an extremely average golfer!

Three words to describe Rob are: Proactive, Energetic and Enthusiastic.

Senior Client Manager

Oliver Manning

Oliver Manning is a Senior Client Manager who thrives in the industry. Joining the Bridges team in 2023, Oliver is motivated, ambitious and hard working.  Oliver is a huge football fan and supports Manchester United.  When he’s not watching football, he is playing for the local teams.  Oliver brings competitive, will win attitude into his work, and always want to provide the best service.  Out of work and sport, Oliver loves to go out to eat, and travel, enjoying trips to European cities to explore.

Three words that describe Oliver are: Honest, Relentless and Enthusiastic.

Sales Negotiator

Louis Cohan

Louis Cohan is a Sales Negotiator working in the Fleet Branch. Having worked in estate agency for several years he has a passion for the industry and loves talking to clients. With a strong focus on customer service, he enjoys helping clients with their needs. Raised locally, he loves seeing more and more Bridges signs go up through sales or sponsorships. Outside of work he is very social and enjoys watching the boxing.

Three words that describe Louis are: Ambitious, Supportive and Motivated.

Move Support

Matt Bozier

Matthew Bozier works as a Sales Progressor for our Camberley and Fleet branches and has worked in the industry since 2021, covering the Surrey and Hampshire areas. He lives locally and has a good understanding and knowledge of the local market. In his spare time, Matthew spends a lot of time with his family, friends and on the golf course!

Three words that describe Matt are: Determined, Hardworking and Trustworthy.

Senior Manager

Dean Curtis (MARLA)

Dean Curtis (MARLA) is a Senior Lettings Manager for the group. He is responsible for ensuring that each member of his team delivers the best possible customer service to all of our clients. Having worked in lettings since 2013, Dean has an extensive knowledge of the industry and achieved his professional ARLA qualification in 2015. Dean has lived locally his entire life across Farnborough, Frimley and Farnham and currently resides in Mytchett. When he has had the chance over the last few years, he has enjoyed travelling to all parts of the world with his wife, Laura, and enjoys running and playing for a local Sunday league football team.

Three words that describe Dean are: Passionate, Personable and Trustworthy.

Executive Client Manager

Lauren Maclennan (MARLA)

Lauren Maclennan (MARLA) is based in our Farnborough Office as an Executive Client Manager. She hails from Portsmouth and has experience working in Southsea, Guildford, and surrounding Surrey areas. Having started in the industry back in 2021 as a Property Manager, Lauren understands every aspect of the Lettings process, allowing her to provide well-rounded service to tenants and landlords alike. Outside of work, Lauren enjoys reading, long walks and spending time with her friends at festivals and concerts.

Three words that describe Lauren are: Ambitious, Patient and Balanced.

Senior Lettings Negotiator

Luke Hammond

Luke Hammond is a Senior Lettings Negotiator for our Farnborough and Fleet office. This is his first role in estate agency having spent the last three years working in the IT/ISG industry. He strives to offer excellent customer service and producing results in the most efficient and concise way. In his free time, he enjoys cooking and traveling the world.

Three words that describe Luke are: Focused, Confident and Caring.

Lettings Negotiator

Jakub Cieszkowski

Jakub Cieszkowski is a Lettings Negotiator at our Farnborough and Fleet office. New to the estate agency industry, Jakub is eager to make his mark and build strong relationships with clients. With a natural flair for understanding each individual’s unique needs, he is dedicated to helping people find the perfect property match. Jakub is passionate about offering excellent customer service, and his enthusiasm for learning and personal growth drives him to continuously improve in his role.

Three words that describe Jakub are: Enthusiastic, Dedicated, Approachable.

New Homes Director

Mark Kirby (MNAEA)

Mark Kirby (MNAEA) is the Director of the Land and New Homes team based in Fleet. Mark has worked for Bridges for over 30 years and was the first employee to be taken on by the original founder back in 1992. Starting out as a Negotiator Mark went on to manage various offices before becoming a Director. Mark is hardworking, dedicated, and instrumental to the success and growth to the Land and New Homes team. Outside of work Mark is a keen sportsman and likes football, golf and running.

Three words that describe Mark are: Passionate, Focused and Influential.

Business Services Senior Coordinator

Jules Winchester

Jules Winchester is a Business Services Senior Co-Ordinator and has worked for Land and New Homes in Fleet since 2019 having started her career with Bridges as a Saturday viewing assistant in Farnborough. Jules’ job is to oversee all aspects of the reservation process, sales progression, admin and to ensure smooth running of the department. On a day-to-day basis she also deals with all the shared ownership properties, arranging viewings, qualification, and assessment and then handover upon completion. She is a dedicated member of of the team who will go the extra mile to help anyone. Outside of work, Jules enjoys spending time with her family friends and dogs.

Three Words that describe Jules are: Organised, Efficient and Calming.

PA & Marketing Support

Paula Coombs

Paula Coombs is the PA & Marketing Support working for the group since 2017. Along with the marketing team she works tirelessly to ensure the smooth running of our company’s marketing. Additionally, she works with our Managing Director of Sales to support the drive for growth and development of the Bridges group and strives for greatness.  Although not born in Hampshire, she has lived locally for over 20 years with her husband and two children, who will often be out and about enjoying the local area and all it has to offer.

Three words that describe Paula are: Resourceful, Diligent and Positive.

Business Services Senior Coordinator

Ella-Jane Amor

Ella Amor is a Senior Business Services Coordinator at Bridges having previously established a career working in Finance. When Ella joined Bridges, she expressed her passions in working hard and pushing her limits. Outside of work, Ella spends most of her time in the gym or enjoying her social life.

Three words that describe Ella are: Honest, Loyal and Passionate.

Senior Business Services Assistant

Eve Deacon

Eve Deacon is a Senior Business Services Assistant responsible for the smooth running of the Groups administrative requirements. Eve strives to provide excellent customer service and ensures she helps everyone she meets. Eve started her journey at Bridges in 2023 progressing herself through the admin department. Eve enjoys spending her time with her friends and family and an occasional cocktail.

Three words that describe Eve are: Positive, Hardworking and Kind.

Senior Area Manager

Martin Coombs

Martin Coombs is a Senior Area Manager at Bridges, working tirelessly with the Directors and the branch teams to successfully deliver the Bridges ethos of exceptional results for our clients coupled with the very best in customer service. Having worked in the property industry for many years, he joined Bridges in 2021 wanting to be part of such a dynamic and focused business that also takes the time to involve itself closely with the local communities within which it works. Martin lives locally with his wife and daughters, and spends his free time running and cycling the woods and trails around the Fleet area.

Three words that describe Martin are: Positive, Passionate and Effective.

Associate Director of Lettings

Jason Jones (MARLA)

Jason Jones (MARLA) is the Associate Director of Lettings for the Bridges Group and is ultimately responsible for leading the Lettings teams. Jason joined Bridges in 2013 as a Letting Negotiator, with no previous experience in agency but a drive to succeed and a desire to learn. He has proven himself as the consummate salesman, by setting new records for instructions and lets agreed year after year, his figures are both impressive and formidable to his colleagues. Jason is that rare breed that can write business as well as leading his teams, planning, and strategising our business growth. Nothing is too much trouble for Jason, you are truly in the safest of hands.

Three words that describe Jason are: Energetic, Determined and Friendly.

Group Managing Director

James Baldry (FNAEA)

James Baldry (FNAEA) is Group Managing Director who is ultimately responsible for the overall performance of the group’s sales. A man of many talents, he is also the creator of many of our much-anticipated marketing campaigns and can often be found frantically scribbling these away on a whiteboard.  Working in property since 1994, and with Bridges since 1997, James spends his time away from the office following his beloved Tottenham Hotspur around the country (and Europe when they’re in it) whilst also enjoying time with friends and family in many of Fleet’s watering holes.

Three words that describe James are: Dedicated, Dynamic and Productive.

Group Managing Director

Daniel Pockett (MARLA)

Daniel Pockett (MARLA) is Group Managing Director and is primarily responsible for our lettings and property management business as well as being actively involved in all other departments. With over 30 years in the industry, the majority of which has been spent with Bridges, Daniel enjoys nothing more than working with and developing teams that understand our company ethos and our customer’s needs. As well as enjoying the challenges of his role, Daniel likes to spend as much time as possible with his family and this normally involves his passions of good food, great holidays and plenty of time on the sea.

Three words that describe Daniel are: Passionate, Diligent and Motivated.

Carlo Stocchetti (FNAEA FARLA)

Carlo Stocchetti (MNAEA, MARLA) joined Bridges in 1993. Bridges is his passion, and he is proud of the group’s reputation for offering high service levels and its role in the local community. He continues to focus on opportunities for the group and its growth. Carlo is married with three children and lives in Fleet. Outside of work he enjoys the mountains and hiking as well as spending time with his family.

Three words to describe Carlo are: Capable, Competitive and Caring.