The LMP Was established in 2016 to fill a learning and development gap and as such, the committee members represent the 4 main corners of the residential leasehold sector:
LEGAL
Matt Lewis
A recognised specialist in residential leasehold property law, Matt Lewis is a Consultant Solicitor at Commonhold and Leasehold Experts Limited.
Matt works closely with managing agents, leaseholders and leaseholder organisations on contentious matters such as management difficulties, service charge disputes, breaches of covenant, and lease variations. Matt has featured within News on the Block’s Hot 100 feature, was highly commended in the Young Professional of the Year category at the Enfranchisement & Right to Manage Awards in 2019, was noted as a ‘Rising Star’ in Flat Living’s ‘Property Management 50’ in 2019, and most recently mentioned in the ‘Property Management 50 Hall of Fame’, featuring as a judge in 2020.
In addition to his role within the LMP, Matt is an Honorary Consultant with the FPRA, and a member of the Institute of Residential Property Managers (IRPM). Check Out Matt’s Profile Here
ACCOUNTANCY
Nick Basra
Nick Basra is a Chartered Accountant, Director at Block Accountants and Board Member of the Institute of Residential Property Management (IRPM). Nick enjoys helping RMCs and Managing Agents with service charge accounts.
Nick has spoken at industry events nationwide and was recognised in Flat Living’s 2019 ‘Property Management 50’. Nick cares about helping others in block management, raising standards and becoming a leaseholder has given him a fresh perspective. Check Out Nick’s Profile Here
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
Benjamin Hume
Benjamin is an award-winning property manager, Director & Founder at Evolve Block & Estate Management Ltd.
Benjamin is a full member of the IRPM, ARLA & an Associate of RICS. As the managing agent representative on the committee, Benjamin ensures the legal & industry updates affecting managing agents in the area are suitably provided for. Benjamin has been recognised in the ‘Property Management 50’ in 2021 as well as hosting industry webinar events for national organisations.
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RECRUITMENT
ZOE SOUTHWELL
Zoe is an Associate Director at award-winning property recruitment company, Block Recruit.
With retention rates and the wellbeing of her candidates being top of her priority list, she’s passionate about working with employers to put together a strong candidate attraction, engagement and retention strategy that will offer long term success for employers, whilst working closely with candidates to assist them in making the right career move.
Zoe has been a guest speaker at events including the IRPM Regional Seminars and the ARMA Regional Chapters. She was also listed in the Property Management 50 in 2021. Check Out Zoe’s Profile Here