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Frank Salt Real Estate is proud to announce the launch of its new Training Academy at the San Ġwann branch, a landmark initiative demonstrating the company’s commitment to staff development and excellence in the property sector.
Leading this exciting venture is Karen Bristow, stepping into her role as full-time Lead Trainer. Karen brings extensive experience delivering training across prominent UK retail outlets including M&S, Debenhams, Mothercare, and Tesco. Over the past eight years, she has been a pivotal part of the Fgura sales team and more recently successfully led the Fgura Letting branch, while also contributing to the company’s training modules.
Karen commented: “I feel privileged to have this opportunity after eight years of working with Frank Salt. This Training Academy will offer anyone interested in the property sector a full training experience, with one-to-one coaching in the field and constant support, giving new recruits the best opportunity for success.”
The Academy is designed to give new recruits a structured and supportive introduction to the property industry. With training being conducted at the San Ġwann Academy, this will allow recruits to gain hands-on experience in a dedicated environment before moving to their assigned branches. Director Douglas Salt highlighted the importance of this structured approach: “The launch of our dedicated Training Academy is a natural progression in our commitment to raising industry standards. We recognise that proper training is the foundation for long-term success, both for our consultants and for the company. With Karen leading the programme, new recruits will not only gain essential knowledge and practical skills, but they will also benefit from the confidence and guidance needed to thrive in a competitive market. Candidates will subsequently be assisted by a sales coach to assist them in the initial part of their journey to become a successful property consultant. This will ensure the best preparation the industry has to offer on the path to success.”
Douglas went on to say, “This initiative reflects our long-standing belief that investing in people is the key to our continued growth and success.”
HR Manager Mandy Zaffarese emphasized the broader significance of the initiative: “From an HR perspective, the set-up of this Academy marks an important milestone in how we invest in our people. Having Karen as the lead trainer ensures expertise and passion guide our team. Training plays a vital role not only in developing skills, but also in building confidence, consistency, and a strong sense of belonging across the company. This programme strengthens our recruitment efforts and demonstrates our commitment to continuous learning and career growth, making Frank Salt Real Estate an employer of choice for ambitious professionals.”
Through the San Ġwann Training Academy, Frank Salt Real Estate continues to nurture talent, deliver excellence, and equip new professionals with the skills and confidence to thrive in Malta’s dynamic property market.
