A view from the Chair

We've come to a significant stage in our BPF Futures journey with some changes to the board, writes BPF Futures Chair Isabelle Hease .

Firstly, thank you to Sam Dahlab for her input into the learning activities over the past two years, and big thanks to Cheryl Effiom . Cheryl has been instrumental in representing the BPF Futures mentoring scheme, initiating a newsletter for participants and driving events to bring mentors and mentees together. Thank you both for all your input, and best of luck in your next challenges!?

We're thrilled to announce three dynamic individuals who will join the Futures Advisory Board: Alex Saifiti MRICS ; Craig Worman , and Abigail Heraty .?These talented individuals share our dedication to representing real estates’ junior professionals and bring a diverse skillset to the table.?

Finally, a warm welcome and congratulations to FAB Member Gafar Fashola , who take on the role of BPF Futures Chair from June 2024. We look forward to working together for you all in this next stage of Futures!??

BPF Futures members take a seat at policy committees?

Congratulations to our BPF Futures members who have recently applied and been accepted onto BPF and SPF committees! We look forward to hearing more about your involvement.?If you're interested in getting involved in BPF policy work, why not sign up for BPF Policy Pulse?meetings? These monthly meetings give a swift run down of?BPF's?policy and public affairs work. To join the invite list, email [email protected].?? ?

BPF launches general election manifesto?

This week, the BPF launched our manifesto for this year’s general election: ‘Building our Future’. We’ve had great coverage across the press, and our President Mark Allan spoke about it on Radio 4’s Today programme (listen here from 19:35).?For the first time in a long time, all the major political parties are talking about the need for more homes, more investment in our critical infrastructure and the need to reform planning in order to get Britain building and boost economic growth and productivity.?The BPF, BPF Futures, and our members are well-positioned to support whoever forms the next Government in implementing changes to grow the economy, build more homes, improve town centres and green the economy. Our manifesto sets out the industry’s offer to the next Government on these priorities. Take a look at the manifesto here. We’d be interested in hearing your thoughts too, via this super short survey.?

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Win a ￡1,500 Financial Modelling training course!??

If you can assess the economic implications of the Build-to-Rent sector following the Global Financial Crisis in 800 to 1,000 words, then you could be this year’s winner of the 2024 Essay Competition in partnership with The Land Collective CIC!??The lucky winner will be given a place on the Bayfield Real Estate Analyst: Financial Modelling in Excel Virtual course which is worth ￡1,500 and is CPD accredited. This essay competition is open to actively studying students, including students at business schools and members of the Land Collective community. Deadline 19 April 2024. Find out more and enter here: Essay Writing Competition 2024 – The Land Collective.?

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Upcoming BPF Futures events?

BPF Futures Mentoring Meet Up?

Thursday 22 February | 5.30pm - 7.30pm | London?

Network with junior property professionals and industry leaders and find out more about the BPF Futures Mentoring Scheme 2024. Book here.??

BPF Futures Scotland Speed Networking

Thursday 7 March | 5.45pm - 8pm | Glasgow

Yes, it's back! Book early to secure your place at this popular speed networking event. Register here.

BPF Futures online learning 'Building Safety Update'?

Thursday 21 March 2024 | 12 noon to 1pm | Online

Book now for this online learning session looking at changes to building safety legislation. With BPF's Director of Policy, Ian Fletcher.??

BPF Futures 'What next for Manchester?'?

Thursday 21 March | 6pm - 8pm | Manchester?

Join this networking reception to hear from key regional speakers and network with your peers from across the industry. Book here.??

BPF Futures Welcome Webinar?

Monday 15 April | 12.30pm - 1pm | Online

For all new BPF Futures members. Register here.?

Partner events??

27 February - Reverse mentoring with Real Estate Balance?

7 March - BWRE International Women’s Day?event?

February and March - Events with Women in Property ?

Catch up on BPF webinars??

BPF Futures 'Meet the Mentor' webinar

With guest speakers from the BPF Futures Mentoring scheme. Watch here. ?