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On the 5th June, prominent business and public sector leaders will come together at the Housing and Build to Rent Conference – one of the sectors largest business conferences of the year. But this year there’s a twist.

300 attendees, 20 speakers and 15 exhibitors will all gather at the event – taking place virtually for the first time ever.

The conference, hosted by Built Environment Networking, will see some of the country’s biggest names in the housing and residential market discuss industry challenges, opportunities and best practice, at a time when collaboration, thought-leadership and knowledge sharing has never been so impact.

More than 20 speakers will share their expertise and intel on future development projects including:

  • Homes England; Joe Sarling, Head of Research and Analysis
  • Barratt David Wilson Homes; Jennifer Winyard, Senior Strategic Land Manager
  • Countryside Properties; Andrew Taylor, Director of Planning
  • Quintain; Fareen Lalani, Development Director
  • London Assembly, The Mayor’s Office; Tom Copley; Deputy Mayor for Housing
  • Bromford; Amanda Swann, Development Director
  • L&Q Group; Craig Luttman, Deputy Director of Development
  • StarRez; Travis Knipe, Chief Executive Officer
  • Round Hill Capital; Sinead Joyce, Development Manager

The day-long event will provide a unique opportunity for delegates to not only hear from some of the leading figures in UK housing – but it also enables those in attendance to network amongst each other in a Networking Forum, and visit the virtual attendees in the Exhibition Hall.

Travis Knipe, Chief Executive Officer for event sponsor StarRez, said: “The recent pandemic has provided a remarkable example of demonstrating the importance of connecting and supporting residential communities. Expectations of service and experience are changing. The use of technology needs to be smart and efficient, allowing housing organisations to attract, retain, and differentiate in this fast-growing sector. StarRez is passionate about creating thriving communities through innovative technology solutions. This event offers the opportunity to share and explore best practices, gain insights on the latest ideas and creativity that will be shaping the future.”

Amanda Griffiths, Operations Director at Built Environment Networking, added: “We’re delighted to be hosting this virtual one-day conference – the first of many which are now planned to take place over the coming months. We’ve been delighted with the support and appetite of those speaking, sponsoring and attending to get involved in online events – and the agenda and discussion will certainly not disappoint. Collaboration, knowledge sharing and networking has never been more important – but it’s also never been more difficult – and this event breaks down the barriers to connect people in a way events haven’t done before.”

For more information or to register for the event visit: https://www.built-environment-networking.com/event/residential-development-conference/