Meet the Team
Clive Emson MBE
Chairman & Auctioneer
Clive Emson MBE
Chairman & Auctioneer
FRICS FNAEA (Honoured) FNAVA
Clive Emson founded Clive Emson Auctioneers in 1989 following 20 years experience in both property and fine art auctioneering. He was principal auctioneer at Ward and Partners before they sold to Prudential Property Services where he was appointed the Regional Professional Services and Commercial Director for the South East and National Property auctioneer. He is a Fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, Honoured Fellow of the National Association of Estate Agents and Fellow of the National Association of Valuers and Auctioneers.
He is now Chairman of the Board and devotes more time these days to golf, travelling, Grandchildren and as President of the Young Lives Foundation - a charity of which he was founder Chairman and supports vulnerable children in Kent.
James Emson
Managing Director & Auctioneer
James Emson
Managing Director & Auctioneer
FNAVA MNAEA
James has literally been around the auction business all of his life and joined the firm in 1991 becoming Managing Director in 2009. He first took to the rostrum in 1995 and is the Auctioneer for the Sussex area since expanding the business in 2002. He is a past president of the National Association of Valuers and Auctioneers along with sitting on the committee of the real estate auctions for the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors. Away from the office you will quite often find him at motorsport events or spending time with his 2 children!
Kent Office
John Stockey
Director & Auctioneer
John Stockey
Director & Auctioneer
FRICS FNAVA
John is a founder member of Clive Emson Auctioneer and has been qualified as a Chartered Surveyor since 1986. He became a Fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors in 1994 and is also Fellow of the National Association of Valuers & Auctioneers.
John is a Director of the company and has been conducting the Kent Auctions for more than 40 years. He has extensive knowledge and experience is selling a wide variety of properties including residential, commercial, development opportunities as well as investment properties and also enjoys dealing with the more unusual Auction Lots. He has expertise in dealing with both Corporate and Private Clients together with Local Authorities, Charities and Trusts
John has always lived in Kent. Away from the office, he is a keen armchair football pundit.
Tracy Kidd
Production Manager
Tracy Kidd
Production Manager
Tracy has over 35 years experience in the property industry, 25 years of which being employed by Clive Emson Auctioneers. Tracy is primarily responsible for catalogue production and is interested in Tudor history, yoga, art and gardening.
Kevin Gilbert
Director & Auctioneer
Kevin Gilbert
Director & Auctioneer
MRICS FNAVA
Kevin has been involved with auctions from an early age, attending auctions as a child with his antique dealer father, leaving school in 1981 and joining a firm of general Auctioneers in his home town. His first rostrum experience in 1983 left him in no doubt that he wanted to be an auctioneer, so he embarked on a postal course studying at the college of Estate Management at Reading, where he found he had a passion for all things bricks & mortar, design and architecture.
Even though thoroughly enjoying taking the rostrum offering a wide range of lots, including livestock, machinery, contractors plant, cars, commercials, antiques etc and gaining extensive auctioneering experience (often selling multiple times each week), he simply couldn’t ignore the passion he had for land and property.
In 1994 he joined the Auction Division of an independent firm of estate agents, until 2003 when he was invited to join the Clive Emson team as Director & Auctioneer providing auction appraisals predominately in the Kent region.
Kevin is a past Vice-Chairman of the Kent branch of the ISVA (the Incorporated Society of Valuers and Auctioneers) and is regularly seen on the BBC’s ‘Homes under the Hammer’
Away from the office, Kevin has a wide variety of interests including spending time with family and friends, travelling, wildlife, walking, cooking & baking, music, theatre & live shows, painting and gardening and as a life member of the National Trust continues to enjoy buildings, architecture and history.
Mylee Drake
Accounts Manager
Mylee Drake
Accounts Manager
Mylee has over 30 years experience in Accountancy and manages the day-to-day accounting functions for the company. She attends the auctions on a regular basis and is the remote bidding Co-ordinator.
Chris Milne
Auction Appraiser
Chris Milne
Auction Appraiser
MNAVA
Chris joined the company in 2016 and is now an Auction Appraiser covering Kent and East Sussex. Chris has long had an interest in property growing up in a family involved in the industry and first attended an Auction at the age of 7.
Prior to this he trained as an apprentice at the countrys largest estate agents and is a member of the National Association of Valuers and Auctioneers. Chris is also qualified in the Level 3 Technical Award in Residential Lettings and Property Management and has recently started hosting some charity auctions.
Outside of the office Chris enjoys eating out and travelling.
Jade Smith
Legals Co-ordinator
Jade Smith
Legals Co-ordinator
Jade joined the company as an office junior in 2009 after leaving college, she then became an administrator and now her current job role is Legals Co-ordinator. Her main roles are liaising with Solicitors and checking/processing the legal documentation ready for onward distribution to prospective bidders. She is our Money Laundering Clerk, provides additional support for Reception, carries out general administration and is also involved in the production of the auction catalogues and website administration.
Out of the office Jade enjoys visits to the gym and socialising with friends.
Jon Rimmer
Auction Appraiser
Jon Rimmer
Auction Appraiser
MNAVA
Jon has lived his whole life in the county town of Maidstone and following a foundation diploma in Graphic Design joined the company as a Trainee Negotiator in 2014. He has since passed his NFOPP Level 3 award in Real Property Auctioneering and is a member of the National Association of Valuers and Auctioneers
Beginning his auction life carrying out viewings across the county he has now progressed to become an Auction Appraiser predominantly dealing with east Kent covering areas such as Swale, Thanet and Dover
In his spare time Jon is an avid football fan and regularly attends Tottenham matches.
Tracey Luckham
Secretary/Administrator
Tracey Luckham
Secretary/Administrator
Tracey joined the company in March 2015 and is a member of the Administration Team.
Outside of the office she keeps an eye on her young adult twin daughters!
Martin Hardy
Operations Manager
Martin Hardy
Operations Manager
MNAEA ANAVA
Martin joined the company in February 2015 helping to launch the Essex Branch, having previously worked for a large national auctioneer covering the whole of the UK for over 17 years as Head of Sales, Marketing and Operations.
He now brings a wealth of experience to the table as the Group Operational Manager and is a member of both the National Association of Estate Agents and National Association of Valuers and Auctioneers. In his spare time, he enjoys watching football and motor racing.
Julie Weal
Accounts Clerk
Julie Weal
Accounts Clerk
Julie joined the Accounts Department in the Kent office in 2010 and studied AAT Levels 2 & 3 at Mid Kent College.
Julie enjoys shopping, walking, baking and decorating cakes, gardening in general but mainly growing her own vegetables.
She enjoys listening to a wide range of music and going to concerts and shows, also spending time with her children and grandchildren.
Philip Harvey
Viewings Assistant
Philip Harvey
Viewings Assistant
Philip is based at the Maidstone office as one of the viewing assistants accompanying potential buyers to the properties prior to auction day. In his spare time Philip enjoys running, and all things music and film.
Abigail Leek
Secretary/Administrator
Abigail Leek
Secretary/Administrator
Abigail joined the Maidstone office in 2022 as a Trainee Auction Administrator. Previously Abigail has completed a 2 year apprenticeship with Medway Council in the Early Help Transformation Team that helped vulnerable families in the area.
Out of the office Abigail enjoys reading translated novels, watching anime and playing turn based strategy games.
Dean Sausby
Auction Assistant
Dean Sausby
Auction Assistant
Dean joined the Maidstone office in 2019 as an Auction Assistant. Before joining Clive Emson, Dean worked within property maintenance and renovation and looks forward to becoming an integral part of the team.
Outside of work Dean enjoys hiking, mountain biking and watching sporting events.
Julie Hills
Viewings Assistant
Julie Hills
Viewings Assistant
Julie is based at the Maidstone office as one of the viewing assistants accompanying potential buyers to the properties prior to auction day.
Isla Wild
Trainee Auction Appraiser
Isla Wild
Trainee Auction Appraiser
Isla joined the company in 2023 as a Trainee Auction Appraiser, following the completion of her A-Levels at MGGS earlier in the year. Her interest in property began from seeing her family’s involvement in the industry. Outside of the office Isla enjoys attending music festivals and commercial dance.
Sussex Office
Sam Kinloch
Director & Senior Auction Appraiser
Sam Kinloch
Director & Senior Auction Appraiser
MNAEA MNAVA
Sam’s career in the dizzy world of property auctions began when he hung up his chainsaw and headed in from the forest. Joining the team in 2003 Sam now sits on the Board of Directors and has been instrumental in the adoption of online auction services.
Out of the office you can find him flying around the velodrome or sipping coffee at a local café.
Richard Payne
Senior Auction Appraiser & Auctioneer
Richard Payne
Senior Auction Appraiser & Auctioneer
Richard has worked in all areas of the property industry including residential and commercial agency in the Sussex area. He has worked in the property sector for nearly 30 years and conducted his first auction in 2007. He previously studied Language teaching at Brighton University and has worked overseas in Spain and Poland for the British Council.
Richard joined Clive Emson in June 2015 having sold them a property which has since become the Brighton office! He was previously the principal auctioneer for a firm of Chartered Surveyors in central Brighton for fifteen years. In his spare time he enjoys cycling and walking on the South Downs near his home in Mid Sussex and is married with two daughters.
Kirsty Walsh
Secretary/Administrator
Kirsty Walsh
Secretary/Administrator
Kirsty joined the company in 2014 and is the Secretary in the Sussex & Surrey Office. Her role is to provide administrative and secretarial support. She also helps with catalogue production and the general day to day running of the Sussex & Surrey Office. Away from work Kirsty enjoys spending time with her family and gardening.
Liz Rosser
Secretary/Administrator
Liz Rosser
Secretary/Administrator
Liz joined the company in 2023 and is a member of the Administration Team. Outside of the office she is a busy mum of two primary schoolers who take up almost all the time she previously devoted to dining out, seeing live music and other creative pursuits.
Jade Flood
Auction Appraiser
Jade Flood
Auction Appraiser
Jade joined us in 2023 and is now an Auction Assistant covering East Sussex. Prior to Clive Emson, Jade gained her training at the country’s largest estate agents and was previously working for luxury real estate in Dubai.
Her interest in property grew from seeing her family become more involved with real estate.
Karina Koshlaf
Viewings Assistant
Karina Koshlaf
Viewings Assistant
Karinas first introduction to Clive Emson Auctioneers was when she attended an auction. She found the auction process interesting and liked the staff so much that she applied for a job!
Karina now finds herself driving to the far reaches of Sussex and Surrey showing prospective purchasers the Lots on offer in the region. She also assists at the Brighton auction which she very much enjoys.
Hampshire Office
Joe Rocks
Auction Appraiser
Joe Rocks
Auction Appraiser
MARLA
Joe joined us in 2023 as an auction appraiser after spending 8 years working as a lettings manager for an independent property management firm in Portsmouth. Having become fully qualified to Level 3 Residential Letting and Property Management and after working in both sales and lettings Joe is experienced in dealing with all types of properties from commercial to residential and experienced working in an area covering Hampshire, West Sussex and the Isle of Wight. Outside of the office Joe is married to Hannah and has a young son, Henry, who keeps him busy at evenings and weekends. Whenever possible Joe likes to attend all types of Motorsport and cycling events and plays in a weekly Snooker league.
Rob Marchant
Regional Director & Auctioneer
Rob Marchant
Regional Director & Auctioneer
FNAVA
Rob started in the property industry with a national chain in 1987 and took an immediate interest in auctioneering, eventually becoming one of the firms auctioneers. Rob joined Clive Emson Auctioneers in 2003 and oversees the firms Hampshire office, based at Whiteley and covering Hampshire, the Isle of Wight and a large chunk of Dorset, Wiltshire and Berkshire.
The infinite variety of the job in terms of both the property and people remains its big attraction and Rob has sold everything from a desk top size strip of grass verge in Ventnor, through to Solent Sea Forts, former nuclear bunkers and multi-million pound investments.
Rob is a Fellow of the National Association of Valuers and Auctioneers, and is also a twice past Chairman of the Portsmouth Property Association and remains a keen supporter of the PPA and the neighbouring Southampton Property Association.
Always a keen sportsman, away from work Rob is a season ticket holder with Rochdale AFC and so has a way too intimate knowledge of the service stations of the M6. In the summer, cricket takes over and Rob is an umpire on the South Coast Panel. Live shows are another favourite and particularly live music, and then there is the gym, yoga or a day at Fontwell races and the garden... Rob finds it very difficult not to be doing something!
Michael Marchant
Senior Auction Appraiser
Michael Marchant
Senior Auction Appraiser
MNAVA
Having joined the company as a trainee in May 2013, Michael has progressed over the years to his current position of Senior Auction Appraiser. He is a member of both the Southampton and Portsmouth Property Associations and Treasurer of the Portsmouth Association. Michael enjoys the variety of the job, both in terms of the array of property we see and the wide variety of clients that we act for.
Away from the office he has an interest in most sports but particularly cricket and football, live music and comedy and enjoy spending time with his two young sons and Wife.
Nicky Bush
Secretary/Administrator
Nicky Bush
Secretary/Administrator
Nicky joined the company in 2013 as a secretary for the Hampshire office. Her role is to provide administrative and secretarial support.
In her spare time Nicky enjoys walks along the coast and countryside with her energetic Working Cocker Spaniel, Harvey. Nicky also enjoys kayaking, Pilates, visiting RHS/National Trust properties, and spending time with her family.
Jackie Piggott
Secretary/Administrator
Jackie Piggott
Secretary/Administrator
Jackie joined the company in July 2018 and provides administration and secretarial support in the Hampshire office and is involved with catalogue production. Outside of the office Jackie enjoys walking, especially along her local beach, Pilates and sugarcraft.
Scott Woodford
Viewings Assistant
Scott Woodford
Viewings Assistant
Scott is based at the Hampshire office as the viewings assistant who accompanies potential buyers to the properties prior to auction day.
Scott is a big fan of Southampton Football Club attending matches whenever he can. He is also a keen tenpin bowler and loves to travel whenever he gets the chance.
West Country Office
Katie Semmens
Senior Auction Appraiser
Katie Semmens
Senior Auction Appraiser
MNAEA
Katie has been working in Auctions, providing advice to private and corporate clients on all types of property and land assets, for well over a decade now. She grew up on a farm in West Cornwall and after an eight year stint living in Exeter has now gone back to her home routes with her husband and two young children.
Outside of work, Katie enjoys being a busy Mum, spending time with family and friends and of course loves the sea air and beautiful coastal walks.
David Henwood
Regional Director & Auctioneer
David Henwood
Regional Director & Auctioneer
BA (Hons) FNAVA
Born and raised in Cornwall, David studied for a property related degree and graduated in the summer of 2010. He joined Clive Emson Auctioneers in 2012 and previously worked in the Kent office. Now based at the West Country office David is responsible for conducting auction appraisals across Devon and Cornwall, enjoying the vast range of properties which the counties have to offer.
He is a Fellow of the National Association of Valuers & Auctioneers and won the coveted Novice Auctioneer of the Year Competition in 2019. Outside of the office David enjoys watching all sports and follows Exeter Chiefs and Somerset County Cricket Club.
Audrey Smith
Senior Auction Appraiser
Audrey Smith
Senior Auction Appraiser
Audrey has been a member of the Clive Emson team since 2017 having previously worked for a large corporate auction company for nearly a decade. She has been directly involved from start to finish in the disposal of millions of pounds worth of residential and commercial property throughout the South West with a background in both property sales and lettings.
Audrey has a farming heritage and outside of work still enjoys all things rural along with DIY projects, gardening and spending time with her family.
Steve Appleby
Auction Appraiser
Steve Appleby
Auction Appraiser
Steve has a rich background in the property industry, with over two decades of experience and a passion for helping his clients. His journey from a Trainee negotiator to running offices over the two decades showcases his dedication and skill to being successful. His genuine fascination extends to all aspects of property and land, and loves visiting anything that is potentially ‘out of the ordinary’ .
In his spare time Steve enjoys exploring Devon’s coastal paths with his dog Pete. His passion for football and holidaying adds another layer to his interests and activities outside of work.
Sally Worrall
Secretary/Administrator
Sally Worrall
Secretary/Administrator
Sally joined the company in 2010 as a secretary for the West Country office. She ensures the smooth administrative running of the office and in addition to her secretarial duties is a member of the Catalogue Production Team.
In her spare time Sally likes paddle boarding, body boarding, walks around the beautiful West Country and socialising with friends.
James Lofthouse
Auction Appraiser
James Lofthouse
Auction Appraiser
James has extensive experience in the property industry. His journey started in 2012 working for one of the Westcountry’s leading commercial agents. He has dealt with a diverse range of commercial and residential property sales in the South West of England.
James joined the Clive Emson team in 2024 and covers TQ and PL postcodes.
Outside of work, James is an avid supporter of Blackburn Rovers, when not watching the football, he is away in his VW camper and walking the South West coast path.
Essex Office
Paul Bridgeman
Regional Director & Auctioneer
Paul Bridgeman
Regional Director & Auctioneer
Past President PPNAVA
Paul joined the company in December 2014 and is the Regional Director & Auctioneer for the Essex office. From school he started working in estate agency as a YTS apprentice working his way up to senior negotiator, five years later joining the auction profession in 1997. He first took to the rostrum in Glasgow in October 2006 and then went on to sell in various locations around the UK. Paul is a past president of the National Association of Valuers and Auctioneers (NAVA) and is very passionate about our profession and pushing for higher standards in the industry.
Away from the office Paul enjoys music and most sports especially rugby, football, cricket, motor racing and organises the annual Clive Emson Charity Karting events.
Melissa Kennedy
Secretary/Administrator
Melissa Kennedy
Secretary/Administrator
Melissa has worked in the Clive Emson Essex office since it opened in February 2015. Since graduating from University in 2008 she has worked in a range of administration roles and started work within the property auctioneering industry in 2012. Melissa has passed the Level 3 NAVA (National Association of Valuers and Auctioneers) exams and was a finalist in the Auctioneering Candidate of the Year in the 2021 Propertymark Qualifications Awards.
Outside of the office Melissa is a member of a local book group and an avid film fan.
Russell Hawkes
Senior Auction Appraiser
Russell Hawkes
Senior Auction Appraiser
MNAVA DipDEA
Russell is a member of NAVA and a Registered Domestic Energy Assessor, joining the Essex office in 2020. He started his career as a trainee chartered surveyor in East London and has accumulated 36 years of residential sales, lettings and auction experience.
Outside of work, he shares life with his wife, two grown up daughters and their beloved cocker spaniel, Oreo. In his spare time, Russell has a passion for horse racing, classic rock music and is a long suffering West Ham United supporter!
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