Sussex Conference
Stay ahead of new legislation and take new skills and knowledge back to your branch. Our conferences are an ideal place to network with like-minded professionals, stay up to date with current legislation, learn business skills as well as providing you with the latest thinking on industry best practice. Propertymark members can also record their attendance as Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
Overview
FREE for members
* In response to demand we doubled the size of our conference programme and continue to offer members a free place at an annual National or Regional Conference (excluding #PMOne). Members can also attend a second conference in the same year for the non-member rate of £100 +VAT.
Ticket prices
Members: FREE *
Non-members: £100 (+VAT)
CPD opportunity
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Every year, over 80% of all time spent on property portals in the UK is spent on Rightmove. We want to put the power of our audience and tools behind agents. That way, you can get on with what you do best – making moves happen. We’re also passionate about supporting the industry and making your life easier. That's why we’ve created comprehensive and accredited training for estate and lettings agents. In 2022, we supported over 30,000 agents by delivering over 15,198 hours of CDP.
Speakers
Timothy Bannister
Director of Property Science Innovation, Rightmove
Tim is the Director of Property Science Innovation at Rightmove combining data, technology and analytics to develop unique insight and drive property decision making. He is a regular guest on many national news outlets such as the BBC, ITV, Sky News and Bloomberg, discussing the latest data and key factors impacting the property market. Tim previously ran Rightmove’s Lettings and Overseas businesses, and before joining Rightmove in 2010, Tim worked in investment banking and strategy consulting. Tim holds an MBA from the Wharton School, The University of Pennsylvania, USA.
Sessions
Rightmove data and insights in your local area Wednesday @ 9:30 AM
Natasha Barrow
Head of Affinities, Gallagher
Natasha is the Account Director at Gallagher for Propertymark members, specialising in insurance products and services for the property sector. She has over 15 years’ experience in the insurance industry and has spent the last ten years working with property agents.
Sessions
Gallagher Wednesday @ 1:30 PM
Michael Day
Managing Director, Integra Property Services
Michael is a well-known figure with over 48 years in the property industry and regularly speaks at industry events including many Propertymark conferences. His 1400 plus client-list is a who’s who of the estate agency world and he also judges at many industry awards and is a regular contributor in the written trade media.
Michael is a Founder Member of the charitable foundation Agents Together and a Director and Trustee of The Propertymark Trust. In 2023 Michael was the recipient of The Negotiator Lifetime Achievement Award.
Sessions
Ten P’s for business success Wednesday @ 1:45 PM
Timothy Douglas
Head of Policy and Campaigns, Propertymark
Timothy joined Propertymark in July 2015 and leads on the organisation’s policy and campaigns activity across Westminster, the devolved parliaments, and local authorities. He authored Propertymark’s The Future of Renting position paper and wrote Propertymark’s best practice guidance to help agents operate during the pandemic. Timothy also created the policy proposals for the Leasehold: A Life Sentence research report.
Before Propertymark, Timothy worked as a political advisor in Westminster for a former Business Minister and Government Whip and spent a period of time as a Caseworker and Researcher for Members of the European Parliament.
Sessions
Propertymark Industry Update Wednesday @ 3:40 PM
Rose Forman
Policy and Campaigns Officer, Propertymark
Rose joined Propertymark in October 2022, having studied Politics and Human Rights Law at university before working in Local Authorities in housing and homelessness for nine years. She now works on important changes in legislation including the Private Rented Sector reforms, lobbying government and liaising with Propertymark members.
Alex Jeffery
Partner, Bright Solicitors
Alex heads up the Disputes and Litigation team at Bright Solicitors. He has experience in a wide range of litigation matters and predominately advises clients on contentious property matters such as commercial and residential landlords and tenants in connection with possession claims, dilapidations, and forfeiture. Alex also advises on matters arising from disputed rights of way, boundary issues together with general commercial property matters.
Sessions
Lettings: what to expect in 2024 Wednesday @ 11:20 AM
Jason Lee
Head of Commercial, Propertymark
Jason is a vastly experienced sales and auction expert with a demonstrated history of building and growing companies. He worked in agency as both agent and supplier for over 25 years and is passionate about delivering excellent customer service and results. Jason takes pride in development, training and nurturing of all the team and watching them flourish. Multi-award winning in both agency and suppliers’ category from EA Masters, Sunday Times and Negotiator Awards.
Toby Leek
President, NAEA Propertymark
Toby’s career began over twenty years ago, where his passion for property and commitment to excellence ignited a career spanning across London and Surrey. Toby has consistently demonstrated an innate understanding of market trends, client needs, marketing and negotiation strategies, earning him a reputation as a trusted advisor and creating a loyal client base. He is soon to embark on his Presidential year with a passion in raising standards and supporting members throughout the industry.
Sessions
Presidents’ update Wednesday @ 11:50 AM
James Munro
Head of the National Trading Standards Estate and Letting Agency Team (NTSELAT)
James joined the Trading Standards profession in 1989 and spent many years as an operational Trading Standards Officer working with local, regional and national enforcement agencies. He now leads the National Trading Standards Estate & Letting Agency Team, overseeing the regulation of estate agency work in the UK and the private rented sector in England. James has spoken at many property industry events and conferences over the last 10 years and has been involved in several collaborative projects to improve standards in the property sector. He is a Fellow of the Chartered Trading Standards Institute and a qualified coach and mentor.
Sessions
National Trading Standards Wednesday @ 10:05 AM
Paul Shamplina
Founder, Landlord Action
Paul Shamplina has spent over 30 years in the legal field helping landlords with problem tenants, with previous experience working as a clerk, private investigator, debt collector and certified bailiff. Paul believes passionately in the rights of landlords (and tenants where necessary), and campaigns tirelessly to improve standards throughout the private rented sector. He regularly appears in the national press, radio and television, and most recently Paul and his team at Landlord Action featured regularly in Channel Five’s hit series ‘Nightmare Tenants, Slum Landlords.
Sessions
Letting agent failures Wednesday @ 3:00 PM
Angharad Trueman
President, ARLA Propertymark
Group Lettings Director, Andrews Property Group
She has been working in lettings for her entire career and has been an ARLA Propertymark member since 2015. Angharad is a passionate advocate of raising standards for the lettings industry and encouraging young people to consider a career in lettings. She also won rising star at the Negotiator Awards in 2018 and was shortlisted in the top 100 most inspirational women in the West 2019.
Sessions
Presidents’ update Wednesday @ 11:50 AM
Richard Worrall
President, NAVA Propertymark
NAVA Propertymark Auctioneer of the Year runner-up in 2010, Richard has been selling property for clients since 1986. He has been successfully selling property at auction throughout the UK including collective sales in the South West of England and also at the Network Auction sales in Central London. In addition, Richard has also conducted a number of 'on site auctions' with a wealth of experience and a passion for selling property at auction.
Sessions
Presidents’ update Wednesday @ 11:50 AM
featured session
Focusing on the positive for a more productive and profitable business
Michael Day | Integra Property Services
Michael Day will discuss how adopting a positive approach to compliance, viewing it as a business enabler rather than a hindrance, can enhance performance. Focusing on AML compliance and Consumer Protection Regulations, as well as referring to other areas that can impact your business. Estate agents are catalysts for the home moving process and should look to maximise opportunities.
Look back at past events
Exhibitors
Clare Yates—what a great speaker, very engaging and made it light-hearted while gaining valuable tips.
I think the ''Baddies'' from Trading Standards, The Property Ombudsman and GDPR updates were the most informative speakers, and had a real enjoyable approach, keeping heavy material quite light. Also meeting lots of like-minded letting agents and property professionals was nice!
All speakers very good and those who had exhibitions up in the 'mingling room'. Propertymark are doing some really good work now and you can see this has been building for a few years, I especially appreciated the comms during the lockdowns and the panic of Covid. The constant communication and info was very good and really helped.
Well organised with excellent speakers and presentations. It was good to catch up with people in the industry too.
It was the first conference I have been too and took so much away from each speaker. Loved it, great meeting such passionate people.
The talks were not too long and there were good amount of breaks throughout the day. All were very interesting and engaging, especially The Trading Standards and TPO talks. It was interesting to understand what they are doing so we can improve our standards.
Venue
American Express Community Stadium
Village Way
Falmer
Brighton
BN1 9BL
Sponsor
Gallagher
Gallagher has been providing specialist insurance solutions to property professionals for over 25 years and is the official insurance broking partner of Propertymark providing the following insurance products and services: Professional Indemnity Insurance, Public Liability, Employers’ Liability, Office Buildings and Contents Insurance, Cyber Liability Insurance, and more...
An exclusive insurance scheme only available to Propertymark members. So why Gallagher? We have a longstanding and trusted relationship with Propertymark with unique proposition, including preferential rates on Professional Indemnity and Office Insurance for members. Alongside this, our dedicated Gallagher Propertymark assigned account management offers a wealth of knowledge and experience.