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Nick has worked for both public sector and private sector regeneration specialists and has a strong commitment to balancing the tensions between commercial, social, and physical outcomes associated with regeneration and development.  He has delivered social value programmes for the London Borough of Croydon, and helped to shape and deliver long term strategic development partnerships, in his last...

A property professional, Richard has been involved in residential agency, development and investment for nearly 40 years. Since 2000, he has concentrated on the investment and development sectors; primarily in London and the South East, but also regionally. He became involved in the BTR sector prior to the publication of Sir Adrian Montague’s ‘Review of barriers to institutional investment into th...

Welcome to #ANewLeaseOfLife, a sub-series of the devcast… podcast, where you’ll be learning how experts of the BTR, PRS, student accommodation and retirement living sectors climbed the ladder of their professional careers. Hosted by Nick Hammond, Head of Build to Rent at deverellsmith.

Freehold now has 1300 members and arranges professional and networking events, mentoring and charitable activities. Freehold won ‘Outstanding Contribution to Property’ in the EG Awards 2018.

12th of February 2021 will see the celebration of Chinese New Year like no other. Celebrations are likely to be restricted and removed off the streets and onto our screens. To follow suit, we have invited Max Alliance Property Founders, Yolanda He, Reese Ye and Sharon Liu, into the virtual studio to talk about what they know best, Chinese investment across the capital and UK.

The Property Academy marks his footprint, the UK Property Industry’s pre-eminent business improvement and events company, of which he founded in 2007. The Property Academy host several events, workshops and bespoke coaching programmes throughout the year and work with some of the industry’s most successful and aspiring estate agents and suppliers – including top international and home-grown talent...

It is time to challenge the norms of society, working life and real estate according to Ben Taylor, Managing Director of Keller Williams and Founder of Taylor Maximus, who aims to learn, work and play in every part of his life. For the final #devcast… episode of 2020, Andrew Deverell-Smith probes Taylor on leadership, innovation, property, people, and how you can start your own agency with Keller...

Before lockdown 2.0 hit, we were lucky enough to have Tony join us at deverellsmith HQ for a fundraising day where he told us all about his and his team’s incredible work. Listen to this episode of #devcast… to find out how you, your business and team can support Whitechapel Mission over the holidays.

Rachel recently joined Grainger Plc as Head of Operations & Onboarding, where she is leading the charge for a national and growing portfolio. This episode will explore challenges with building a high-quality operation in an increasingly competitive BTR market, what a BTR provider can do now to build high quality operation and customer experience and predictions for 2021 and beyond.

Welcome to #ANewLeaseOfLife, a sub-series of the devcast…podcast, where you’ll be learning how experts of the build to rent and alternative investment sectors have climbed their professional career ladder…  Hosted by Nick Hammond, Head of Build to Rent at  deverellsmith . 

Andrew and Alex open the debate on what 2020 buyers want and how Covid-19 has accelerated the need for domestic wellness, outside space and private office areas. What challenges are the luxury property market is facing? What does Alex forecast for the future?   Learn more on this episode of #devcast…

Learn what’s trending, building and motivating regional development in this episode of #devcast…

Welcome to #ANewLeaseOfLife, a sub-series of the devcast…podcast, where you’ll be learning how experts of the build to rent and alternative investment sectors have climbed the ladder of their professional careers..  Hosted by Nick Hammond, Head of Build to Rent at  deverellsmith . 

Ryan is one of the Co-Founders of ‘Co-Liv’, a non-profit organization, ecosystem and do-tank whose mission is to empower the co-living phenomenon, and is a partner in a number of upcoming co-living schemes across the US, Europe and Asia. Learn more about Ryan and the world of Co-Living in this episode of #devcast…

In this very special edition of devcast... , our guest joined us from one of the epicentres of the global real estate market, the Big Apple... New York City. Andrew Deverell-Smith chats with the King of New York Real Estate no less, Ryan Serhant. Ryan is an American real estate broker, bestselling author, producer, and star of Bravo’s two-time Emmy Nominated reality television series, Million Doll...

Ellen Prenderville is Director, BTR Consultancy – Ireland at LIV Consult, a leading specialist Build to Rent consultancy. Internationally, LIV Consult is currently advising on over £8bn GDV, 35,000+ Build to Rent (Multifamily) units on the most iconic city centre developments, commuter belt town centre schemes and regeneration masterplans. Ellen’s team advises on development consultancy, market an...

At Navana, Katherine leads the specialist BTR division, providing end-to-end consultancy advice and management services to developer, operator, investor and institutional clients. She has a keen focus on how shifting resident behaviours and lifestyles are impacting the sector, in addition to how technology can be harnessed to drive operational effectiveness and efficiency.

Highly connected  and a true mentor (Bisnow claim that Susan is the most connected woman in real estate), Susan offers her top tips and advice on how to build your network in Real Estate. The episode explores why it’s important to listen to young talent within the industry; empowering junior professionals to shift perspective and move the needle.   What should leaders do to attract a more diverse...

Nick is joined by Ben Beadle, Chief Executive of the National Residential Landlords Association. Ben has over 18 years in the property sector. He was previously the Managing Director at TDS, where he was responsible for running the largest tenancy deposit scheme in Northern Ireland. He then moved to Touchstone as the Operations Director, responsible for their PRS operations. At present, Ben is the...

Daniel’s renowned expertise, creativity and ability to make things happen has culminated in the sale of some of the world’s most expensive homes, with close to $4 Billion in sales to-date.  He was one of the first agents to harness the power of social media where he has built an online real estate community and supports young professionals navigate the industry.  

First in the series is Tim Stephen, Director at Community Utilities, Nick learns what a career looks like after 20 years’ experience in the industry. Tim’s specialised in the alternative real estate industry working for key companies including Bilfinger GVA and Empiric Student Property. Join Nick as Tim reveals his professional and ultimately unique journey through the sector.

Manhattan Loft Corporation are the property pioneers who brought loft-living to London. Luring exceptional living space from former factories and derelict warehouses, they created the cutting-edge lifestyle that showed the way forward by repurposing the past. Today, MLC continue to define how 21st century London lives.  

Currently installed across the USA, Phil is spearheading SmartRents global strategy and is looking to emulate the technology across the build to rent, PRS, purpose-built student accommodation & housing association markets across the UK & Europe.

Pierre has over 15 years’ experience in the US multifamily market, holding senior positions for key operators including Laramar Group, McCaffery Interests and Magnolia Capital. Pierre has recently relocated to the UK with his family, joining CA Ventures. CA Ventures are a leading developer and operator of purpose-built accommodation, with over £10 billion pounds worth of assets under management, a...

Black Lives Matter movement as well as Pride form a symbiotic relationship because of the Stonewall riots. It’s clear that now, more than ever, the industry must come together to create a more inclusive workforce and empower those who fall into  minority groups.   More on the speakers: Patrick Franco is Chief Operating Officer, Executive Director of the Company. He joined Foxtons as chief operatin...