Meet our Partners and Directors
Timothy J Kostromin
Partner - Head of Development, Land & New Homes
After leaving school Tim trained as a Quantity Surveyor and is qualified to HNC Level in Building and Construction. He joined Dawsons in 1998 from a well-known national Estate Agency where for many years he had overseen their Swansea sales operation. Tim has been an instrumental Partner within Dawsons since 2000.
Currently heading up our Development, Land & New Homes department since it was formed in 2006 (based at Swansea Marina), Tim also plays an operational role within the business.
Outside of the office you will find Tim busy with his family. Tim's passions in life are foreign travel and being with his grandchildren.
James M Dawson BSc (Hons) MRICS
Partner - Head of Commercial and Professional Services
James has been a partner of the company since 2008, having joined in January 2005, after gaining experience for 3 years in Donaldsons in London and then a further 3 years at DTZ in Cardiff. James qualified as a Chartered Surveyor in 2002.
His main role incorporates the management of the commercial clients, undertaking rent reviews and lease renewals (for both landlords and tenants), advising clients on investment purchases, commercial valuation (for Banks, Pension Funds, and private clients) and Expert Witness work for Court purposes. James is also the firm’s Auctioneer.
Outside of the office you will find James out walking the coastline or enjoying quality family time on the slopes.
Ricky Purdy MARLA
Partner – Head of Residential Lettings
Ricky began his career in Dawsons as a few weeks holiday cover back in 2000, and obviously found his calling which was lucky for Dawsons as he quickly moved up the ranks, having become a partner of the business in early 2024.
Ricky oversees the Lettings arm of the business managing over 40 staff within our 5 lettings offices, with customer service and experience at the heart of the department’s agenda. Ricky is a lively hands-on character spending much time within the offices, looking at ways to make the working day of all staff as enjoyable and rewarding as possible, whilst looking at continuously enhancing the client’s experience.
Ricky also oversees our training arm, Dawsons Training Wales, assisting both landlords and agents in their training required to obtain or renew their Rent Smart Licence since 2018.
When he is not at work (which is a rarity) Ricky very much enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, and all things outdoors.
Robert Camm BSc (Hons) MRICS
Partner – Head of Block & Estate Management
Rob joined Dawsons as a graduate Surveyor back in 2001, completing his training and qualifying as a Chartered Surveyor in 2005, before leaving to join a National Property Consultant firm in 2007. Two years later, Robert formed CLC Chartered Surveyors, a general surveying practice with his focus on surveying and valuation work.
Rob grew the business to offer Block and Estate Management services, now widely known as CLC Estate Management, where clients include Housebuilders, Private Individuals, Leaseholders, Residents Committees, Charitable Trusts and Right-to-Manage companies.
In 2024 Robert, along with CLC Estate Management, merged with Dawsons, ensuring our offering of 'All Things Property' continues. With Rob returning to Dawsons we are now able to offer a vast expansion on our already extensive property services.
Alongside the Estate Management work, as a RICS Registered Valuer, Rob continues to undertake Valuation and Survey work within the South Wales area.
Chris I Hope
Consultant
Beginning his career with the originating company of David Henry, Malcolm Jones back in 1977, the business merged with Rooke & Hobbs to trade as Henry, Jones & Hobbs and he became Area Director with Abbey National, trading as Cornerstone from 1986. 1991 saw the original owners create Dawsons and Chris has been part of the journey from the start and became a senior partner within Dawsons 2011, driving the business to where it sits today.
In early 2024 Chris took a step back from the partnership to become the consultant he is today. Chris remains an integral part of the business overseeing our sister brand of Fine & Country, liaising with providers such as RAN and MAB and many other business links and partnerships he has forged over the years.
Chris’s vision, interest and input in the development and use of technology, along with staying connected with the property industry throughout the UK ensures Dawsons remains at the forefront of the property market.
Joanne Summerfield-Talbot
Director of Residential Sales
Jo embarked on her professional journey in 1983 with a local competitor amassing over 20 years invaluable experience and knowledge. Transitioning to Dawsons in 2003, now leveraging 40 plus years of expertise in property sales management. Her tenure with us commenced in the Swansea branch Auction Department before swiftly ascending to the managerial helm of our thriving Gorseinon Branch in 2007.
Throughout her tenure at Dawsons, Jo has continuously enriched her extensive repertoire in property sales. Appointed as Director of Sales in 2015, she oversees the sales division of our business, steering recruitment, and training initiatives. Beyond the realms of Dawsons, Jo enjoys time with her family and indulges her passion for travel.