Meet The Team
David Votta M.A.R.L.A
Past president ARLA Propertymark
David Votta - Owner - Votta Sales & Lettings
01843 262045 option 2 option 3 | david@votta.co.uk
Meet David, the driving force behind Votta Sales and Lettings, a visionary entrepreneur with an extensive wealth of knowledge and over a decade of invaluable experience in the property industry. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, David's journey has been marked by remarkable achievements and a passion for shaping a brighter future for landlords and tenants alike.
Having honed his craft at two of the largest lettings businesses in the South East, David's dedication and expertise quickly propelled him to the forefront of the industry. His exceptional skills and exceptional customer service prowess earned him several prestigious awards, ranging from customer service accolades to recognition as a top-performing lettings office. Rapidly becoming the "go-to guy" for all things lettings, David's influence expanded beyond the local community, positioning him as a well-known figure on the national stage.
As the youngest-ever President of ARLA Propertymark, the UK's foremost professional body for accredited and regulated agents, David's leadership and contributions have been instrumental in shaping policy and elevating industry standards. His advocacy for the private rented sector underscores his unwavering commitment to fostering positive change.
David's passion for property and people is truly infectious, and his dedication to delivering unparalleled customer service shines through every aspect of his work. His hands-on approach spans from property photography to meticulous maintenance, reflecting his deep-rooted love for every facet of the business.
Establishing Votta Sales and Lettings (affectionately known as VSL), David aimed to reinvent the industry's landscape. His visionary approach eradicated inefficiencies present in larger corporations, resulting in a landlord-centric approach that prioritizes tenant welfare and ensures seamless tenancies. The outstanding success of this model is evident in the influx of glowing Google reviews, a testament to VSL's unwavering commitment to service excellence.
An unrelenting innovator, David embraces technology to provide a five-star service that remains affordable, an embodiment of his passion for offering value without compromise. His expertise has made him a sought-after voice in the media, with features in outlets like the BBC and trade press, sharing his insights to empower fellow professionals and keep customers informed.
Fueled by frustration over misconceptions about the industry, David's ultimate goal is to raise the bar and create a level playing field, rooting out rogue agents and landlords to ensure housing standards are upheld. With a resolute focus on professionalisation and regulation, David envisions a future where every interaction is marked by integrity, and where a positive experience is a certainty, not a chance.
David's journey is a testament to his unwavering commitment, unquenchable passion, and boundless drive to transform the property industry for the better.
Lord Robert T Feast F.A.R.L.A
Lord Robert T Feast F.A.R.L.A
01843 262045 | robert@votta.co.uk
VSL are delighted and privileged to have on board the one and only Lord Feast, providing a diverse amount of knowledge and experience to embrace future and existing growth at VSL and help product development and delivery.
Robert has a repertoire of skills and is a fellow of the association of residential letting agents holding a nationally recognised level 4 lettings and business management qualification extending not only to residential lettings but also covering a wide range of other property related disciplines, if its property related, he is a man you want in your corner. Robert has worked with some of the largest corporations in the country and continues to provide ongoing consultancy and training to some big named letting agencies in addition to his role as one of Propertymark’s own consultant trainers, retained to provide a course, designed to improve competence within the residential lettings sector focusing on tenancy types and possession. Robert joins VSL at a pivotal juncture in the company’s growth and will continue to have a huge part to play in the already experienced and anticipated exponential growth of the organisation, whilst continuing to offer tailored training and consultancy services under the all-embracing brand of VSL.
*NB Robert does not purport to have a peerage nor is the title inherited but no offence will be taken if the term lord, sire or my liege are used interchangeably.
Rachel King
Rachel King - Trainee Property Manager
01843 262045Rachel is a young, vibrant and enthusiastic addition to the team that specialises in customer service. Rachel’s hospitality background of working for one of Thanet's leading restaurants boasting x 2 AA Rosette stars has stood her in good stead where nothing has ever been too much trouble. She executes every piece of her work with passion and dedication to the task in hand. Having never worked in the specialised field of lettings before, Rachel has joined VSL at a pivotal point being part of the organisations growth and success providing a 5-star service as Trainee Property Manager.
Rachel has a desire to succeed in everything she does not settling for anything less than perfection and wanting to understand every aspect of her role comprehensively to mirror the VSL way. We cannot wait to see Rachel’s career flourish.
Kylie Hunt
Kylie Hunt
01843 262045Meet kylie the newest addition to the VSL family, a dedicated professional renowned for their exceptional customer service skills. With over 15 years of experience in the customer service, Kylie has mastered the art of fostering positive relationships with clients and ensuring their needs are met with efficiency and care. Her empathetic approach, combined with a solution-oriented mindset, enables her to effectively resolve any issues that may arise, leaving customers satisfied they are in safe hands.
Kylie consistently goes above and beyond to exceed expectations, making her an invaluable asset to any team or organisation. Kylie is not just a dedicated professional, she's also someone who values her personal life and family values deeply. When she's not at work, you can often find her spending quality time with family due to her caring and empathetic nature for others. A bit of a social butterfly Kylie also makes time for friends and her vibrant personality and genuine interest in others makes her a natural at fostering meaningful connections and maintaining them for the long haul.
VSL are so lucky to have Kylie as part of the family where her skills, integrity and passion are evident from the moment you connect with her.
Stephen Wheeler
Stephen Wheeler - Lettings Negotiator
01843 262045 option 2 option 1 | stephen@votta.co.uk
Father of two and former postman, Stephen joined the lettings side of the business in October 2020 and has taken to his role as a negotiator like a duck to water. Stephen has always been a charismatic and personable chap who thrives on making others happy with his selfless, positive attitude and sheer determination to be the best at what he does.
Having never worked in estate agency prior to VSL Stephen was a perfect addition to the family as he slotted in beautifully with no preconceived ideas on how not to do the job only that his customers were at the forefront of his mind at all times. Within the first 6 months of his employment, he achieved over 20 Google 5 star reviews from his customers that’s more than most agents do in a year, so to say Stephen has found his speciality career would be an understatement and since merged his skills across to the sales part of our business as our lead sales and lettings negotiator. See our reviews here https://g.page/vottasalesandlettings/review?rc
Stephen suffered greatly at the hands of covid as so many did but found solace and fulfilment in joining VSL, turned his career around and can now live authentically doing what he does best in making people happy. We cannot wait to see what Stephen achieves next because with his approach to his customers completely embodies the VSL way.
Rachael Votta
Rachael Votta
Rachael is the wife of our business owner David and has also been a pivotal addition to the team. As well as being mum to their two daughters, she has two decades of administration experience in the NHS where she gained experience with a real mix of customers as well as holding additional qualifications in art and media.
Rachael's unique combination of administration experience and creative background will be integral to the continued success at VSL. Her encourages us to think outside the box and bring a unique flair to our designs and she has transformed our social media strategy instantly.
Not only does Rachael have an eye for detail and a passion for creating, but she also possesses excellent communication skills to effectively share and communicate information to our team and following. Rachael has a passion for cooking and is a self-proclaimed "foodie." During her free time, she enjoys cooking up a storm or exploring new restaurants sharing it all on her food Instagram page. Our social media pages can be found here:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/explore/locations/565990610502041/votta-sales-lettings/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Votta-Sales-and-Lettings/100094080022999/
Tamara Jackson
Tamara Jackson
Tamara our newest addition to VSL coming in with a wealth of experience as our Business Administrator who started out in the property industry over 20 years ago. Tamara's background extends not only in administration but customer service, lettings administration, negotiation and sales progression. Tamara was also a director for a local electrical contractors in addition to being a landlord for over 10 years. Tamara's vast knowledge base and experience is exactly what VSL harvest in their team members and her empathetic nature, coupled with a passion for delivering excellence in customer service truly sets her apart from the crowd and is a valued asset to VSL.
Tamara loves to spending her free time with her family, eating out and beach walks taking in the fantastic Kent coastline.