BPF Futures Newsletter
BPF Futures
BPF Futures is a networking and development group for junior professionals working in all areas of UK real estate.
Note from the Chair
I’m pleased to be taking over the responsibility of Chair from Izzy who has done an amazing job over the last few years, championing all our voices within BPF Futures. I look forward to building on the strong foundations that are already in place and creating a better built environment. It’s been a busy first month as Chair, with the BPF Annual Conference, London Summer Social and our regular Advisory Board and corporate contacts meetings. It was great to meet and talk to so many of you, and I look forward to meeting more of you at our upcoming events.
We also had a blog written by BPF Futures member Holly Thomas about her experience on joining the BPF Development Committee which is well worth a read if you are ever interested in joining a committee.? There’s a lot to look out for this month, our affordable housing webinar and second Policy Congress are fast approaching with tickets going very quickly, and registrations for the MIPIM Challengers launch event have now opened. Also, in case you missed it, our webinar on Labour's first 100 days is now available to watch on demand as well. We also have an exclusive opportunity for you to get your hands on tickets to the SPF annual dinner. Check out our upcoming events and opportunities below, and as always, reach out to us if you have any feedback or ideas.?
Best wishes,
Gafar
Gafar Fashola Chair, BPF Futures
Getting Involved
BPF Futures at the BPF Annual Conference?
On 2 July, we were delighted to attend the BPF Annual Conference. The theme this year was ‘Building Our Future’ and BPF Futures voices were at the heart of the conference.
Advisory Board Members Abigail Heraty, Kirsten Hald and Craig Worman participated in the 'building our future talent' panel, talking about the priorities for the next generation of leaders in the industry.?
Sarah Thorley, who won our keynote speaker competition, spoke passionately about social mobility and how critical it is to provide routes for young people to work in the property sector.
Our Chair, Gafar Fashola , closed the conference by speaking about BPF Futures. We now have over 2,400 members, 14 advisory board members, and 25 corporate contacts who advocate for and shape the work of the community. Also, we have more members than ever on BPF policy committees. Gafar took a moment to celebrate our achievements and then outlined our ambitious plans for the future.
BPF Futures Blog: Holly Thomas MRICS
We recently caught up with JLL Associate Holly Thomas to discuss her experiences on joining the BPF Development Committee as one of the committee’s new BPF Futures members. You can read what she had to say?here.
London Summer Social?
We loved seeing so many of you at the London Summer Social a couple of weeks ago. Hosted by AIMCo and Quadrant, the event took place at the beautiful Osmo building in Battersea where members were able to network and have drink as the sun went down. It was a great opportunity to connect with the community, and we are already looking forward to the next one!? ?
MIPIM Challengers
MIPIM Challengers, which gives professionals under 30 the chance to receive a fully funded place at MIPIM, is launching its second year of the competition on the 12 September at a networking event in London. Last year, four BPF futures members won the Challengers competition. Sign up for the event and learn more about MIPIM Challengers here.
BPF Futures Events
BPF Futures Lunch and Learn: Affordable Housing?? Thursday 15?August, 12 noon - 1pm, Online via Zoom? ?
Join us for an online learning session on affordable housing. We are excited to welcome Homes England to discuss?the Affordable Homes Programme 2021-2026, with ￡7.39bn of government funding to deliver affordable homes. The session will focus on how Homes England works with a range of partners to develop homes through the programme across the country.? We will be joined by Claire Gardner (Senior Manager – Strategic Partnerships Affordable Housing) and Hannah Wilson (Senior Manager – Growth, Affordable Housing).?Register here.?
BPF Futures x RTPI London Young Planners Policy Congress - Planning Futures Thursday 22 August, 6pm?- 9pm, London
We are holding a joint event with the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) London Young Planners. The event will cover the medium to long-term future of the planning system, with a focus on amplifying the voices of young planners within the sector and emerging property professionals. Hosted by Deloitte LLP, attendees will have the opportunity to hear from an esteemed panel, chaired by BPF Futures Advisory Board Member for Networking, Grace Pinault.
After the panel there will be a chance to network with members of BPF Futures and RTPI London Young Planners. Tickets for this event are extremely limited, so book now.?You can register to attend here.
SPF Annual Dinner Thursday 10 October, 6pm onwards, Edinburgh
Join us in celebrating the eleventh SPF Annual Dinner at EICC, Edinburgh on 10 October. We are delighted to present this exclusive opportunity to BPF Futures members to get individual tickets and join the BPF Futures table at the biggest membership event of the Scottish Property Federation.
On the evening, hear from the former Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, Rt Hon Michael Gove, as he joins us as our after-dinner speaker! As one of the highest-profile politicians in UK politics over the last 20 years, we can guarantee an evening of insightful and candid anecdotes from his time in office. To book your places at an exclusive individual price of ￡115 + VAT or know more, email us at [email protected].
Online Learning
Labour's First 100 Days webinar
Earlier this month, we welcomed?Partners at Portland Anita Boateng and Gabriel Milland, and BPF Head of Communications?Dominic Curran to discuss?Labour's first 100 days in Government.?
They answered questions such as if you were having a conversation with Keir Starmer, what would be your one piece of advice for him as he sets out his new government??Chaired by Board Member for Learning?Craig Worman,?you can now watch our 'Labour's First 100 Days' webinar on demand here.