Get to know Anthony Lai…

Anthony joined the Highview crew at Prahran just over 6 months ago, although it feels like he’s been with us for years seamlessly securing his place within the team.

Taking on an Accounting role, Anthony brings his high-level attention to detail and excellent analytical skills to the team, alongside his passion for surpassing his client’s expectations. When you meet Anthony you’re immediately greeted by a warm, friendly smile. So, it’s not hard to imagine why he’s so well liked among our team and clients.

Growing up in Narre Warren North and surrounds, Anthony got a taste for working within a business from the very ripe age of 6 – when he first began assisting his father at their family pet shop and local markets selling goldfish. You could say he’s a goldfish expert with over 20 years’ experience – “I always enjoyed helping Dad sell goldfish when I was young. I liked guiding people on how best to care for them once they were home. It was my version of business advisory as a child I guess!” Anthony laughs.

Anthony still to this day helps his family business, working at the Berwick Akoonah Park Market every Sunday. He comes from a close, loving and supportive family. After hard work on a Sunday, he would enjoy spending time with his younger sister Samantha and have a warm family dinner before heading back home.

From his childhood grew his great love of animals. He enjoys visiting his parent’s property in his spare time offering a pat or two to the alpacas, sheep, goats – you name it, they’ve got it on their land!

On an ordinary weekend you’ll find Anthony looking up a new recipe to have a crack at in the kitchen (his all-time favourite recipe being Thai Red Curry) or finding the latest hot spot restaurant in the city or winery on the Mornington Peninsula to take his partner Tye to explore and enjoy. The two of them just love discovering new places – and are looking forward to their upcoming trip to the Grampians next month where they’ve planned a big hiking trip and a horse-riding trail ride. 

Currently living in South Yarra, Anthony and Tye have an exciting year ahead with their first big purchase secured; a modern 2-bedroom apartment, currently being built (also in South Yarra) which they can’t wait to furnish and make homely this September. 

Anthony too is excited about his future at Highview, “I’m really enjoying my role and hope to make a truly positive impact on our clients. I’ve got ambitious career goals that I’m focussed on working really hard to achieve” he says. He’s performance driven, ambitious, and is dedicated to working hard, in the hope that one day he earns himself a Partnership role – and we are excited to have him within our team.  

Come book an appointment with Anthony at Prahran and experience the dedicated, client focussed and proactive service that Anthony has to offer.