Alok Agarwal, Director MBCM Strata Specialists Mentone has an extensive background in finance, accounting and project management. With experience at major organisations including NAB and BHP, he applies his expertise in problem-solving, organisation and communication to support owners corporations.
Alok focuses on clear communication and responsive management with practical solutions, to help clients maintain and protect the value of their properties.
I’m committed to supporting the local community. I care about the owners and being locally based enables me to identify and resolve any issues efficiently.
Alok worked in finance, accounting, systems implementation and project management roles at BHP and National Australia Bank prior to joining MBCM Strata Specialists in 2018. His experience in comprehensive reporting environments and stakeholder management provides a solid foundation for strata management.
Alok combines financial expertise with practical problem-solving to support owners corporations navigate challenges and manage their properties effectively.
Alok looks after owners corporations across the Mentone and surrounding areas including Moorabbin Airport. Typically, residential developments ranging from three to 50 lots. He also manages commercial properties within his owners corporations’ portfolio.
Many properties are owner-occupied, with engaged committees who value Alok’s responsive communication and proactive management to ensure their buildings remain well maintained and presented today and into the future.
We’re a dedicated network of local experts across Victoria focused on helping strata communities thrive through transparent, proactive management. You’ll receive the personal care of a branch owner who is part of your community, supported by the professional excellence and innovative systems of an industry leader.
For building-related emergencies affecting your unit or common property, you can contact our emergency maintenance on 1300 726 842. We are on behalf of the Owners Corporation, not individual lot owners.
Please note that The Scotia Group acts on behalf of the Owners Corporation, not individual lot owners. If the issue is private or not an insurance claim, you will be liable for the costs, with a minimum callout fee of $500.
By engaging The Scotia Group, you agree to these terms. All invoices will be sent to the Owners Corporation, and if the matter is later deemed private, reimbursement will be sought from the lot owner.
This service is for building emergencies only and The Scotia Group will ask you some qualifying questions prior to attendance.
Yes. It helps the strata manager understand council requirements, local trades, and property conditions. It also makes site attendance and communication much easier.
Yes. Compliance support is a major reason strata schemes appoint a strata manager. Professional Strata Managers remain up to date with the continually evolving legislation to help you stay on top of legal obligations, insurance requirements, and operational responsibilities.
A strata manager will commonly assist with Annual General Meetings and can attend committee meetings depending on your owners corporation service level agreement. Strata managers help with agendas, minutes, and procedural guidance.
Strata managers guide communication and support the committee in handling disputes according to legislative requirements. At no time should the Strata Manager take on the role of a personal advocate for any one owner but rather help the scheme follow the correct steps consistently, professionally and fairly.
