Jano Kotzas

Jano Kotzas, owner and founder of The Prop House Collective.

For over three decades, Jano has significantly impacted Brisbane’s creative industries, merging innovation and vibrant design in events and visual merchandising. Demonstrating resilience and a commitment to fresh perspectives, Jano has navigated challenges like floods, recessions, and COVID, solidifying a legacy of creative excellence and a robust business foundation amidst the evolving entrepreneurial landscape.

The Prop House Collective has earned accolades for orchestrating some of Brisbane’s most enchanting Christmas displays and event stylings. Since 1995, Jano has committed to revolutionise Brisbane’s event scene, with The Prop House Collective collaborating with thousands of clients (including QIC, BCEC, Retail First, GHD, Scentre Group and Brisbane Airport), crafting meticulously styled events and activations that not only leave guests feeling valued and special but also achieve what was once deemed unimaginable.

For Jano, community and connection are fundamental and she is a long standing BSB board member and has worked with numerous charities such as Cancer Council, Starlight Children’s Foundation, Hummingbird House, and annually participates in the Vinnies CEO Sleepout.