Propertymark has unveiled its new presidential team following its Annual General Meeting, with a fresh group of industry leaders set to represent members as the property sector enters a period of significant change.
The appointments come as the Government outlines plans to modernise the homebuying process, introduce a new code of practice for estate agents and explore mandatory qualifications across the profession.
Taking office for the coming year are Kim Lidbury as President of ARLA Propertymark and Ian Harris as President of NAEA Propertymark. Ben Stokes and Stuart Matthews become President Elects for their respective divisions, while Michelle Masiglat-Cook and Craig Webster take up Vice President positions.
Michael Sears has also been re-elected as an NAEA Propertymark Board Director, while Stuart Collar-Brown continues as President of NAVA Propertymark.
KEY MEMBERSHIP ROLE
The new leadership team will play a key role in representing members and helping shape industry responses to regulatory and market developments affecting estate agents, letting agents and auctioneers.
The appointments follow a year as President Elect for both Lidbury and Harris, during which they worked alongside outgoing presidents and Propertymark’s senior leadership team.
Michael Sears, re-elected NAEA Propertymark Board Director, says: “I am honoured to have been re-elected to the Propertymark Board and grateful for the continued confidence of members.
“The Board plays a crucial role in setting the strategic direction of the organisation and ensuring strong governance as we support property professionals across the UK.
“I look forward to continuing to work alongside colleagues on the Board, our Presidential teams and Propertymark staff to help deliver for members and maintain the highest standards across the sector.”
SUPPORTING MEMBERS
Kim Lidbury, President of ARLA Propertymark, adds: “I am incredibly honoured to take on the role of President of ARLA Propertymark.
“Having worked within the private rented sector for many years, I understand both the opportunities and challenges our members face.
“I look forward to championing professionalism, supporting our members and helping to ensure the sector continues to evolve in a way that benefits agents, landlords and tenants alike.”
And Ian Harris, President of NAEA Propertymark, says: “It is a privilege to become President of NAEA Propertymark at such an important time for the property industry.
“Estate agents play a vital role in helping people move home and navigate what can often be one of life’s biggest decisions. I am committed to representing our members, promoting the highest professional standards and helping to strengthen confidence in our profession.”
PROMOTING PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS
Nathan Emerson, Chief Executive Officer of Propertymark, says: “On behalf of Propertymark, I would like to congratulate all our newly appointed Presidents, Vice Presidents and Board Directors.
“These positions play a vital role in representing members, promoting professional standards and helping shape the future of the property sector.”
Propertymark also paid tribute to outgoing Presidents Megan Eighteen and Mary-Lou Press for their contribution during a period of significant change across the property sector.
The new team takes office at a particularly important time for agents, with reforms to the homebuying process, increasing digitalisation and renewed discussion around professional qualifications expected to shape industry debate over the coming year.
Main picture: (From left to right) Megan Eighteen, Former ARLA Propertymark President; Michelle Masiglat-Cook, Vice President of ARLA Propertymark; Ben Stokes, President Elect of ARLA Propertymark; Kim Lidbury, President of ARLA Propertymark; Nathan Emerson, CEO of Propertymark; Ian Harris, President of NAEA Propertymark; Stuart Matthews, President Elect of NAEA Propertymark; Craig Webster, Vice President of NAEA Propertymark and Mary-Lou Press, Former NAEA Propertymark President.
