DJ represents the initials of the late David Jones. David began constructing industrial and agricultural buildings in the early 1960s. His business was one of the first to be located on the Granby Industrial Estate in Weymouth and was responsible for the construction of many of the commercial properties on what has become Weymouth’s principal business site. In 1976, David moved on from construction, and became focused on the ownership and letting of commercial properties. Instead of engaging third parties to manage and let his property investments, David chose to own, let and manage his properties himself. This direct approach permitted greater flexibility and the ability to apply his enthusiasm and business experience to stimulate demand for leasehold properties in the area.
The business was re-branded as DJ Property in late 2003 when David passed the management of the business to Mickey Jones, one of his three sons.
Mickey has managed the family business started by his father David since 2003. Mickey’s background is primarily in finance, having held positions with PricewaterhouseCoopers and Grant Thornton, where he specialised in corporate finance.
Prior to joining DJ Property, Mickey served as Chief Financial Officer of elata, a developer of mobile software solutions for the global wireless market. elata enjoyed rapid growth and success, and was subsequently sold to Nasdaq-listed QUALCOMM for $57m.
Mickey has moved the business into the 21st century, fully embracing all aspects of technology to the advantage of the business and its customers. He has set himself challenging targets to continue to grow the business and improve its efficiency at the same time.
These targets have led to a busy development programme which includes both the development of new sites and the redevelopment of older properties within the DJ Property portfolio. Through Mickey’s direction and with support from our professional team, DJ Property will maintain its leading position in the South Dorset commercial property market.
Why DJ Property is different
Experience
With over 40 years of involvement in the South Dorset commercial property market, our experience and knowledge of the market is unrivalled.
Hands on
We’re well funded and can quickly draw on our experience. This means we can make fast, reliable decisions. We are personally involved in all aspects of our business and available to quickly resolve problems, if they arise.
Direct involvement
We do not retain agents to market and lease our properties, we engage with our customers on a “one-to-one” basis throughout negotiations and after agreeing terms on an on-going basis. Decisions can be made without the need for consent from third parties.
Continuity
As an established family business that does not routinely trade its portfolio of properties, we offer customers who lease property from us continuity over many years.
Nurturing
We often share our customers’ business experiences and regularly put them in touch with other local businesses where we can, utilising our own local contacts and resources to assist in the running of their business.
Well funded and stable
We have sufficient funding to acquire and invest, without recourse to borrowing.
Experienced legal and professional team
Our experienced professional advisors have worked with DJ Property for many years. They understand the market and can complete transactions to short timescales.