The GPT Group
Olga Karpel is an experienced finance professional currently serving as the Head of Finance for the Office Portfolio at The GPT Group since January 2011. Following a restructure in 2022, this role was established to manage the financial aspects of a significant growth area within the company's operations. Olga has held various senior positions within the organization, including Head of Finance for the Office & Logistics segment, where responsibilities encompassed comprehensive financial reporting, property accounting, and development finance for $15.5 billion in assets. Previous roles at The GPT Group include Financial Controller, Divisional Finance Manager, and Forecasting and Accounting Manager, emphasizing strong leadership and analytical capabilities. Earlier in their career, Olga worked at Lendlease, starting as a graduate in a finance program and progressing through multiple accounting roles. Olga holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from UNSW and has completed the CPA Australia Program.
The GPT Group
We shape leading experiences across office, retail and logistics. We’re one of Australia’s largest property groups, managing more than $30 billion worth of assets across the country. Our sustainable returns from investments come from focusing on what matters most to customers — a great experience and doing good. Every day, our people are driving positive impact for people, place and planet. They’re inquisitive, pioneering industry firsts and pushing new ideas to deliver exceptional outcomes. Our Manifesto We create experiences that drive positive impact for people, place and planet. Millions of people spend their time with us. Winning their hearts begins and ends with experiences. We understand people’s needs and shape our places around their journeys. We ask and never assume. We create the firsts that others follow. We act knowing that a better tomorrow is up to us. We act for a better tomorrow GPT is consistently ranked as one of the best performing real estate companies in international sustainability benchmarks and awards. GPT is a constituent of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index, and has ranked in the top five most sustainable real estate companies globally for a decade. GPT is also a top performer in GRESB (the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark). GPT was the first Australian real estate company committed to the UN Global Compact.