Winmark Innovation Summit and Awards
09 Jan 2024
To launch our annual programme of In-person meetings, Winmark is proud to announce our 2024 Winter Innovation Summit and Awards Ceremony which is open to all our network members and it would be great if you could be available to join us...
SPEAKER(S): Sam Patel, Corporate Innovation Coach | Tanya Popeau, International Director, Synthesis | Chris Deverell, Founder, Deverell Innovation Ventures
Neuroscience and Change Workshop: Supporting leaders and their teams
18 Jan 2024
Understanding how employees’ brains work is a win-win for organisations. It enables leaders to build cultures, design structures and implement processes that help people become more innovative, productive and engaged, creating lasting benefits both for the organisation and for the employee...
SPEAKER(S): Norman Greenwald, Organisational Development | Leadership Development | Neuroscience & Change | Team Dynamics & Performance | Leadership Coach, Ng Consulting
CHAIR: Lynn Stubbs, Executive Director of People and Performance, Longhurst Group
Motivating your employees to be productive in challenging times
20 Feb 2024
This first meeting of a series on productivity and capacity will focus on what employees need from their leadership, focusing on the psychological aspects of motivation, and what leadership should be focusing on to support their people...
SPEAKER(S): Raj Persaud, Consultant, Psychiatrist and Author
CHAIR: Karen Forbes-Jackson, Executive Director Corporate Services, Thrive Homes Limited
The EPIC Conversation: Professionalisation of the sector
19 Mar 2024
Professionalisation is one of the biggest focus areas in housing currently, particularly following the Social Housing (Regulation) Act receiving Royal Assent earlier in 2023, which includes mandatory qualifications for managers and new competency standards...
SPEAKER(S): Gavin Smart, Chief Executive, Chartered Institute of Housing | Jill Haley, CIH President-Elect, Chartered Institute of Housing
CHAIR: Alan Keers, CEO, Red Kite Housing
Mastering the Customer Experience Puzzle: What will it cost?
17 Apr 2024
In housing, customer experience is king. In a post-COVID world, it's crucial. But, to truly master it, we sometimes may need to look outside the sector and learn from the experiences of other sectors...
SPEAKER(S): Paul Harris, Executive Director Customer Experience, Curo Group | David Dagger, Director of Communications and Corporate Affairs, The Institute of Customer Service
CHAIR: Pam Bhamra, Director of Resident Services, Origin Housing Ltd
The Public Private Sector Summit
14 May 2024
The purpose of the summit is to identify what world-class public and private sector relationships should look like. Private sector delegates for this event are invited from the Winmark C-Suite Membership and Public sector delegates from the Public Chairs Forum (PCF) membership...
SPEAKER(S): Helen Pitcher OBE, Independent Non-Executive Director, C&C Group | John Jeffcock, CEO, Winmark | Christopher Hodges OBE, Emeritus Professor of Justice Systems, University of Oxford | Dominic Johnson CBE, Minister for Investment, Department for Business and Trade (DBT)
CHAIR: Rosemary Martin, Group General Counsel, Vodafone group | Phil Beach CBE, Chief Executive, Energy & Utility Skills | Nick Lakin, Group Director of Corporate Affairs, Kingfisher | Matthew Bailes, CEO, Paradigm Housing Group | Jane Frost CBE, Chief Executive Officer, Market Research Society | John Kimmance, Managing Director National Mapping Service, Ordnance Survey
Crisis Management: Best Practice and Taking Back Control of the Narrative
16 May 2024
In an era where organisational resilience is tested, getting to grips with crisis management is not just a skill but a necessity. Explore the challenges of crisis response, admitting fault, and reputation restoration, with Rochdale Borough Housing's story as a guiding narrative...
SPEAKER(S): Amanda Newton, CEO, Rochdale Boroughwide Housing
CHAIR: Matt Rhodes, Director of Communications & Public Affairs, Hyde Housing
Property Development Due Dilligence
10 Jun 2024
In the dynamic realm of property development, staying ahead is non-negotiable. This training session will provide you with the latest in due dilligence considerations, ensuring you are well-prepared to tackle challenges, make informed decisions, and capitalize on emerging opportunities...
SPEAKER(S): Krissun Soodin, Partner, Real Estate Projects, Devonshires Solicitors | Lucy Vannet, Solicitor, Devonshires Solicitors
A Date with the Regulator of Social Housing – Global Accounts Report and What it means for the Sector
20 Jun 2024
The Regulator of Social Housing will be joining Affordable Housing Network members to discuss the findings of the latest Global Accounts Report, which offers an in-depth financial overview of registered providers and serves as a touchstone of how providers are navigating the ever-changing economic conditions and market dynamics...
SPEAKER(S): Jonathan Walters, Deputy Chief Executive, Regulator of Social Housing
Leading Multi-Generational Teams: Part II
03 Jul 2024
Today’s workforce consists of individuals from five generations, and this shift needs to be acknowledged and considered to maximise the potential of multi-generational workforces in driving organisational growth...
SPEAKER(S): Rebecca Robins, Global Chief Learning and Culture Officer, Interbrand
Preparing for Housing Inspections – Learning from the Pilots
12 Sep 2024
The social housing sector owns more than 4.4 million homes across England, and according to the English Housing Survey, nearly one-third of social renters have considered raising a complaint against their landlord. Of those who did file complaints, almost two-thirds were dissatisfied with the responses they received...
SPEAKER(S): Gill Butler, Chief Officer, Folkstone & Hythe District Council
Ensuring sustainability is central to your real estate agenda
17 Sep 2024
In 2024, sustainable building practices will take centre stage, reflecting COP28's emphasis on decarbonisation and refurbishment over new development and exemplified by the Buildings Breakthrough’s global push for near-zero emission and resilient buildings by 2030...
SPEAKER(S): Matt Lally, Director | Cities, Planning & Design, Arup | Simon Hodson, Sustainability Lead - Residential & Living, JLL
CHAIR: Shaun McCarthy OBE, Chair, Supply Chain Sustainability School