Managing Partner
Managing Partner
Managing Partner
With over a decade of experience across residential, commercial and mixed-use development, Max brings deep expertise in acquisitions, development strategy, planning, sales, construction and project delivery. He has led a diverse range of successful projects — from boutique luxury residential buildings and commercial office assets to high-end retail and large-scale urban precincts — and is known for combining strategic foresight with a rigorous, detail-driven approach.
In addition to his role at Hayson Property, Max is Managing General Partner and co-founder of Initium Capital, an Australian private equity investment firm with over $260 million in funds under management. Through Initium, he has led the acquisition and delivery of high-profile developments in Mosman Village, Bondi Beach and Manly — with several projects currently under construction across luxury residential, commercial and main-street retail sectors.
Max’s work reflects a continuation of the Hayson legacy of shaping places that contribute meaningfully to their communities and stand the test of time.
Managing Partner
With nearly two decades of executive experience in commercial development, capital markets, hotel and hospitality assets, corporate governance and strategic advisory, Matt has led residential and mixed-use projects across Australia and the United States. His work spans the full lifecycle of development — from acquisition and planning through to funding, delivery and project governance.
In addition to his role at Hayson Property, Matt is the Founder and Chairman of Norwood Living Communities, a not-for-profit Public Benevolent Institution delivering innovative affordable housing for essential workers across NSW and Victoria. Norwood’s development pipeline includes projects delivering more than 500 homes to local communities over the next five years.
Matt holds an MBA (Finance) from UNSW, a Master of Property & Investment from UTS, and is a Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (MAICD). His work reflects a commitment to shaping places with lasting social and economic value.
