Chris Irons

Chris is a strata unicorn: he is not a strata lawyer, or manager, or caretaker. Instead, he holds the unique distinction of having been Queensland’s Commissioner for Body Corporate and Community Management for over 5 years. That is the only role of its type in the world. Chris is also an owner in one strata scheme, and a tenant in another. In short, there are few things Chris has not seen or heard in strata.

As Director of Strata Solve, Chris provides practical, straight-talking approaches to solving strata problems. His focus with Strata Solve is protecting and enhancing strata investments and property values through strategic advice and effective communications. Strata Solve works with owners, committees, strata managers, caretakers, practitioners, government and peak bodies to tailor the best outcome to suit the circumstances. Chris takes the view there is a solution to every strata problem and that solution is different each time: one size does not fit all in strata.

Chris has an Honours degree in Communications and is a nationally accredited mediator. For over 2 decades, Chris held senior roles in Queensland’s public sector, with considerable experience in drafting legislation, policy development and the workings of Cabinet and Parliament. He combines these skills and experiences when working with clients, to give them confidence and assurance and a way forward. Chris is a well-known public speaker and media commentator on strata issues. He speaks at strata conferences and forums Australia-wide and works with related industry sectors, such as the real estate sector. Chris is the immediate past-President of Strata Community Association Queensland.