Matt Dunning is a Partner and Corporate Property Strategist at ResolveXO, bringing a rare combination of elite sporting experience and deep expertise in industrial property strategy. Before entering the world of corporate real estate, Matt enjoyed a distinguished rugby career, earning 45 Test caps for the Wallabies and representing Australia at the 2003 Rugby World Cup. Known for his grit and leadership on the field, he played 111 Super Rugby games across a decade-long career with the NSW Waratahs and Western Force before retiring in 2012.

Transitioning seamlessly from professional sport to property, Matt has built a reputation as a trusted adviser to national clients in the industrial sector. He specialises in tenant representation, helping occupiers navigate complex transactions including acquisitions, lease negotiations, rent reviews, and disposals. His approach is strategic and results-driven, mirroring the intensity and precision that defined his rugby career. Clients value his deep market insight, integrity, and relentless commitment to securing optimal outcomes.

At ResolveXO, Matt plays a key role in helping businesses make smarter decisions about their commercial and industrial property needs. The firm exclusively represents occupiers, offering strategic advice that leverages market knowledge, timing, and negotiation expertise. Whether it's a relocation, lease restructure, or portfolio management, Matt and the ResolveXO team provide the tactical edge clients need to achieve superior property outcomes.

Cerys Lilley has played Rugby across Dubai, UK, Australia & New Zealand, is a Qualified Rugby Union Coach and Referee, an advocate for youth-girls forging a pathway in Rugby Union and is on a journey to represent in a Rugby World Cup! All at the tender age of 18!!

Stirling is a former international rugby union player, known for his physicality and strong leadership. In a career spanning 15 years, Stirling earned 140 Super Rugby caps and 80 Wallaby test caps. He captained Australia from 2006-2010 and in 2012 was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for service to rugby.

While still playing professionally, Stirling joined Citi Institutional Equities and then moved to NAB in various Wealth Management and Institutional roles. After 10 years of corporate life, Stirling transitioned into a boutique Advisory firm specialising in Alternate Investments (predominantly technology), servicing UHNW Advisors and Family Offices.

In 2019, Stirling attended the Japan RWC, sparking his interest in combining his love of sport with his expertise in technology and financial services. He subsequently consulted to the 2031/2033 USA Rugby World Cup Bid and founded XV Capital in 2020 with ex-teammate James Godfrey.

Stirling sits on various private and not for profit Boards including XV Capital, XV Capital Investments, Sportable Australia, and The Rugby Club Foundation (Treasurer & Chair of the IC). He is a former Board member of the Melbourne Rebels, the Rugby Union Players’ Association and the US RWC Bid Partnership.

Tom has over 20 years of senior experience in the sports business. Tom began his latest leadership challenge in 2023, joining Six Nations Rugby as their CEO after nearly 8 years at the helm of English Cricket as the CEO of the ECB. Prior to ECB, Tom spent 7 years in Asia with ESPN Star Sports and IMG Media in Singapore, where he ran the South Asian business before taking on IMG Media’s UK business until 2014.

Tom would describe himself as a change agent, but one who understands the complexities of leading change and driving growth in traditional sporting environments.

He was responsible for taking cricket through the global pandemic and seeing first-hand the role sport played in bringing the nation through that very difficult time. He also oversaw two famous World Cup successes for England Men and Women and the introduction of a new professional men's and women's tournament, The Hundred. 

He is a strong advocate of sport’s ability to solve complex issues and drive positive social impact and he brings a wealth of experience and some fascinating insights on leadership in today’s complex culture.