All about Harrisons
Here at Harrisons, we’re not a team, we’re a family. A family who trust, respect and help each other. Coming together was the beginning. Keeping together, we progressed. Working together, we succeed.
Our story
Over the years we have gone from strength to strength. From being selected to become a member of the Federation of Independent Estate Agents (FIA) to being recognised as one of the top 3% of estate agents in the country, we’re all about progression here at Harrisons.
Our values
Our culture
We are proud members of NAEA Propertymark, who promote the highest standards in residential sales. Simply put, we have the highest expectations for the service we deliver.
Whatever you need, whatever your situation, we personalise our service to make it specific to you. You will discover that we’re not about the sale but the experience.
Our ethos
We listen, treat people how we wish to be treated, and provide you with a unique process from start to finish. Our clients may start as strangers but they leave as friends.
Our office in Sittingbourne has recently been refitted to create a welcoming area for our clients. Instead of an imposing set of desks at the front, we have a relaxed lounge area, where we can make our clients a cup of tea and discuss their needs. Our whole ethos revolves around the quality of our customer service.
Meet the Harrisons team
The Smiler
Chris Ellis
Do you remember the child who wouldn’t stop talking in class? Yes, that was me! Although school wasn’t my forte, I’d always had an inner drive. My ambition was to go into the police, then the fire brigade – but there was a 3-year waiting list.
In 2004, my auntie told me about a job at Harrisons; I applied – and I got it. I’m naturally ambitious, I set myself goals and always seek to work my way to the top – I had my sights firmly fixed on doing the best I could for my clients. By 2019, I was the owner and director of Harrison’s.
I’m blessed to have a lovely wife who is very supportive and three gorgeous kids, one boy aged 3, a girl coming up to 2 years and another little girl born July 2021. So, as you can imagine, my home-life is as busy as my work! Successfully establishing a work-life balance is a constant challenge, but with my incredible team who all share and are committed to my vision, it’s improving.
The Handsome One
Ryan Denniss
My journey into the world of property started at school when, at around age 11 or 12 I was assigned to an estate agency for my work experience placement. I loved it and decided that becoming a surveyor was my ultimate goal.
Harrison’s is not like other estate agents. Here we are a family; we get on so well and have the same mindset on how the business should develop. We appreciate each other and the role we all have to play in a client’s journey. I think this is reflected in the service we offer, which is always client-focused.
Outside of work I have a young daughter who keeps me very busy. I tend to start each day at the gym, and spend a lot of time with my family and friends, including the odd game of football.
The Chatterbox
Kane Blackwell
I’ve always loved meeting/connecting with new people and if you have ever met me, you know I love to talk; this is because I am a very passionate person.
I have always been interested in politics from a young age and before entering estate agency, I worked in political organisations and Parliament for a number of MP’s. During that time I was able to help hundreds of people with many complexed and challenging issues, which was extremely rewarding. I have been involved in local politics for a number of years and have stood for election for Swale Borough Council twice first in Milton Regis and then in Woodstock Ward. This has given me a good knowledge of local issues and strong links with local Councillors which serves my clients well, when finding a new home and area to live in.
I have lived in Sittingbourne all my life and I am proud of our town. Sittingbourne, and Swale has so much potential, our town is rising in value exponentially with new regeneration projects happening now. It’s a great place to start a family and raise children as we have great schools and I can attest to that, as I went to them.
The Perfectionist
Holly Mills
I am an enthusiastic, uplifting character and think my passion for customer service and people is evident to see. I have worked in customer service focused business’ since the age of 14 and always thrived off this. I give my very best for our customers and love seeing them fulfilled with the service they have received.
I have a passion for design and interiors and really can envisage the potential in properties. Me and my partner would love to buy and renovate properties one day. As for now, I enjoy walking with my dog and spending lots of time with family.
I am currently in the process of my life where I am aiming to build a career that will fulfil my interests and skill set, but also somewhere that I can grow and build myself. This is the perfect fit for me at a company like Harrisons.
The Dependable One
Viv Swallow
I have always worked within customer service, starting off as cabin crew for Hoverspeed, moving on to working for Santander for 7 years.
I love being around people and have always had a great ability to sell.
I have been married for 13 years, I have 3 wonderful boys , George 10, Oliver 7, and Dougie 3. The boys love football so we spend a lot of time in the garden and park.
In my spare time I love spending time with my friends, having weekend and evening out drinking good wine and eating great food.
I love to travel and spent several years living in Croatia, I am always thinking about my next adventure.
Content Queen
Liz Jeffery
I’ve always had a passion for marketing and supporting small independent businesses. After seeing there was an opportunity within estate agency to offer clients an alternative way to market their homes, without the reliance on property portals such as Rightmove and Zoopla, I successfully set up my own estate agency in 2017 in Faversham which went on to be awarded Faversham Business Of The Year in 2019 by The Swale Business Awards.
After a change in circumstances in 2020, I realised I was well and truly bitten by the estate agency bug. I met Chris from Harrisons and we instantly realised we shared a similar ethos in terms of changing the way people view estate agents and how we believe agency focus on people and delivering an outstanding service.
Since joining the Harrisons team, we have worked hard supporting the community, as well as offering an outstanding service to our clients. I’m particularly proud of the charity work and collaborations we have set up supporting other local businesses, for which we have gone on to win more industry awards.
Outside of work, you’ll find I’m very much involved in the local community, organising events, running community groups and shop local initiatives. I also have a passion for local history, photography and enjoy spending time on my allotment and with my husband and two daughters.
The Smiler
Chris Ellis
Do you remember the child who wouldn’t stop talking in class? Yes, that was me! Although school wasn’t my forte, I’d always had an inner drive. My ambition was to go into the police, then the fire brigade – but there was a 3-year waiting list.
In 2004, my auntie told me about a job at Harrisons; I applied – and I got it. I’m naturally ambitious, I set myself goals and always seek to work my way to the top – I had my sights firmly fixed on doing the best I could for my clients. By 2019, I was the owner and director of Harrison’s.
I’m blessed to have a lovely wife who is very supportive and three gorgeous kids, one boy aged 3, a girl coming up to 2 years and another little girl born July 2021. So, as you can imagine, my home-life is as busy as my work! Successfully establishing a work-life balance is a constant challenge, but with my incredible team who all share and are committed to my vision, it’s improving.
The Handsome One
Ryan Denniss
My journey into the world of property started at school when, at around age 11 or 12 I was assigned to an estate agency for my work experience placement. I loved it and decided that becoming a surveyor was my ultimate goal.
Harrison’s is not like other estate agents. Here we are a family; we get on so well and have the same mindset on how the business should develop. We appreciate each other and the role we all have to play in a client’s journey. I think this is reflected in the service we offer, which is always client-focused.
Outside of work I have a young daughter who keeps me very busy. I tend to start each day at the gym, and spend a lot of time with my family and friends, including the odd game of football.
The Chatterbox
Kane Blackwell
I’ve always loved meeting/connecting with new people and if you have ever met me, you know I love to talk; this is because I am a very passionate person.
I have always been interested in politics from a young age and before entering estate agency, I worked in political organisations and Parliament for a number of MP’s. During that time I was able to help hundreds of people with many complexed and challenging issues, which was extremely rewarding. I have been involved in local politics for a number of years and have stood for election for Swale Borough Council twice first in Milton Regis and then in Woodstock Ward. This has given me a good knowledge of local issues and strong links with local Councillors which serves my clients well, when finding a new home and area to live in.
I have lived in Sittingbourne all my life and I am proud of our town. Sittingbourne, and Swale has so much potential, our town is rising in value exponentially with new regeneration projects happening now. It’s a great place to start a family and raise children as we have great schools and I can attest to that, as I went to them.
The Perfectionist
Holly Mills
I am an enthusiastic, uplifting character and think my passion for customer service and people is evident to see. I have worked in customer service focused business’ since the age of 14 and always thrived off this. I give my very best for our customers and love seeing them fulfilled with the service they have received.
I have a passion for design and interiors and really can envisage the potential in properties. Me and my partner would love to buy and renovate properties one day. As for now, I enjoy walking with my dog and spending lots of time with family.
I am currently in the process of my life where I am aiming to build a career that will fulfil my interests and skill set, but also somewhere that I can grow and build myself. This is the perfect fit for me at a company like Harrisons.
The Dependable One
Viv Swallow
I have always worked within customer service, starting off as cabin crew for Hoverspeed, moving on to working for Santander for 7 years.
I love being around people and have always had a great ability to sell.
I have been married for 13 years, I have 3 wonderful boys , George 10, Oliver 7, and Dougie 3. The boys love football so we spend a lot of time in the garden and park.
In my spare time I love spending time with my friends, having weekend and evening out drinking good wine and eating great food.
I love to travel and spent several years living in Croatia, I am always thinking about my next adventure.
Content Queen
Liz Jeffery
I’ve always had a passion for marketing and supporting small independent businesses. After seeing there was an opportunity within estate agency to offer clients an alternative way to market their homes, without the reliance on property portals such as Rightmove and Zoopla, I successfully set up my own estate agency in 2017 in Faversham which went on to be awarded Faversham Business Of The Year in 2019 by The Swale Business Awards.
After a change in circumstances in 2020, I realised I was well and truly bitten by the estate agency bug. I met Chris from Harrisons and we instantly realised we shared a similar ethos in terms of changing the way people view estate agents and how we believe agency focus on people and delivering an outstanding service.
Since joining the Harrisons team, we have worked hard supporting the community, as well as offering an outstanding service to our clients. I’m particularly proud of the charity work and collaborations we have set up supporting other local businesses, for which we have gone on to win more industry awards.
Outside of work, you’ll find I’m very much involved in the local community, organising events, running community groups and shop local initiatives. I also have a passion for local history, photography and enjoy spending time on my allotment and with my husband and two daughters.
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