Leadership

Leadership Team

Eminence was founded on the belief that procurement should be as considered as the design it serves. Together, Christian, Erin and Mark bring a rare combination of sourcing expertise, client insight and operational discipline — united by a shared commitment to integrity, precision and trust.

Studio portrait of Christian Gladdish, Founder & Managing Director at Eminence

Founder & Managing Director 

Christian Gladdish

For Christian, exceptional projects begin long before construction starts. They begin with the confidence that every material, supplier and specification has been carefully considered, rigorously verified and aligned with the client's original vision. That philosophy has been shaped by a career spanning every stage of the construction industry. Beginning in contract administration with a Tier 1 Sydney contractor, Christian progressed into project management before becoming a Construction Manager with a boutique construction firm. He later founded and led his own construction business, overseeing projects across high-end residential, commercial, retail, hospitality and public sector developments. Throughout his career, Christian has worked within project teams delivering a combined portfolio exceeding $400 million annually, before going on to lead every aspect of his own business — from project delivery and commercial management to supplier relationships, business development and client engagement. That breadth of experience gives him a practical understanding of every decision that influences the success of a project. Having worked on both sides of the industry, Christian understands firsthand the pressures that contractors, consultants and clients face. More importantly, he understands where specifications are most vulnerable to compromise when programmes tighten, budgets shift and supply chains become more complex. That perspective has become one of Eminence's greatest strengths. The idea for Eminence grew from both experience and observation. Raised around his family's logistics business and having worked alongside Eminence's Logistics Director, Mark, since childhood, Christian developed an early appreciation for global supply chains. Combined with years of seeing contractors chase suppliers, manage delays and accept unnecessary compromises, it became clear there was a better way. Rather than simply sourcing products, Christian envisioned a trusted advisory that protects design intent, connects clients with carefully vetted suppliers and removes unnecessary complexity from the procurement journey. Today, Eminence works as an independent sourcing partner, helping developers, architects, family offices and private clients procure exceptional materials with confidence. Christian approaches every project as though it were his own. He believes successful sourcing is built on relationships, transparency and an uncompromising commitment to quality. For him, the objective is simple: protect the client's vision and deliver exactly what was intended.

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Studio portrait of Erin Licciardi, Director of Strategic Partnerships at Eminence

Director of Strategic Partnerships

Erin Licciardi

Erin brings more than two decades of experience operating in high-trust, high-pressure environments where discretion, precision and accountability were essential. Working across complex, high-profile projects involving executive-level stakeholders and competing priorities, she built a reputation for bringing structure, clarity and professionalism to every engagement. Throughout her career, Erin developed extensive experience coordinating complex projects, managing stakeholder relationships and overseeing commercial and operational processes with meticulous attention to detail. Her ability to navigate sensitive matters with discretion while maintaining strong relationships has become one of her defining strengths. At Eminence, Erin leads client engagement and operational coordination, ensuring every project is managed with the same level of care, organisation and professionalism that has defined her career. From the initial client relationship through to commercial coordination and project delivery, she works closely with clients, suppliers and strategic partners to ensure every detail is handled seamlessly. Known for her calm, relationship-first approach, Erin believes exceptional outcomes are built on trust, clear communication and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Her ability to simplify complexity and create confidence throughout the sourcing journey makes her an integral part of the Eminence experience.

Studio portrait of Mark Taylor, LOGISTICS DIRECTOR at Eminence

LOGISTICS DIRECTOR

Mark Taylor

For Mark, confidence is built long before a shipment leaves its origin. With over 28 years of international logistics and supply chain leadership, Mark has built a career delivering certainty in complex global operations. Having led teams of more than 200 people and held senior leadership roles across internationally recognised logistics organisations, he combines commercial expertise with the practical experience needed to keep projects moving seamlessly across borders. Throughout his career, Mark has developed a reputation for building trusted relationships, negotiating commercial outcomes and solving logistical challenges before they become problems. His ability to navigate complex international supply chains with precision and foresight has made him a respected leader within the industry. At Eminence, Mark oversees the logistics and commercial coordination that supports every sourcing solution. Working with trusted global logistics partners, he ensures each project is carefully planned, professionally coordinated and delivered with the confidence, reliability and attention to detail that clients expect from Eminence.