To launch our annual programme of In-person meetings, Winmark is proud to announce our 2024 Winter Innovation Summit and Awards Ceremony which is open to all our network members and it would be great if you could be available to join us...

Understanding how employees’ brains work is a win-win for organisations. It enables leaders to build cultures, design structures and implement processes that help people become more innovative, productive and engaged, creating lasting benefits both for the organisation and for the employee...

This first meeting of a series on productivity and capacity will focus on what employees need from their leadership, focusing on the psychological aspects of motivation, and what leadership should be focusing on to support their people...

Professionalisation is one of the biggest focus areas in housing currently, particularly following the Social Housing (Regulation) Act receiving Royal Assent earlier in 2023, which includes mandatory qualifications for managers and new competency standards...

In housing, customer experience is king. In a post-COVID world, it's crucial. But, to truly master it, we sometimes may need to look outside the sector and learn from the experiences of other sectors...

The purpose of the summit is to identify what world-class public and private sector relationships should look like. Private sector delegates for this event are invited from the Winmark C-Suite Membership and Public sector delegates from the Public Chairs Forum (PCF) membership...

In an era where organisational resilience is tested, getting to grips with crisis management is not just a skill but a necessity. Explore the challenges of crisis response, admitting fault, and reputation restoration, with Rochdale Borough Housing's story as a guiding narrative...

In the dynamic realm of property development, staying ahead is non-negotiable. This training session will provide you with the latest in due dilligence considerations, ensuring you are well-prepared to tackle challenges, make informed decisions, and capitalize on emerging opportunities...

The Regulator of Social Housing will be joining Affordable Housing Network members to discuss the findings of the latest Global Accounts Report, which offers an in-depth financial overview of registered providers and serves as a touchstone of how providers are navigating the ever-changing economic conditions and market dynamics...

Today’s workforce consists of individuals from five generations, and this shift needs to be acknowledged and considered to maximise the potential of multi-generational workforces in driving organisational growth...

Join us for a relaxed evening bringing together guests from across Winmark's leadership networks and friendly faces from beyond. Attendees will hear the reflections of our guest speakers...

Are you in London on 16th July? If so do join us on a C-Suite Walk & Talk visiting Green Park and St James's Park as part of National Walking Month...

The social housing sector owns more than 4.4 million homes across England, and according to the English Housing Survey, nearly one-third of social renters have considered raising a complaint against their landlord. Of those who did file complaints, almost two-thirds were dissatisfied with the responses they received...

In 2024, sustainable building practices will take centre stage, reflecting COP28's emphasis on decarbonisation and refurbishment over new development and exemplified by the Buildings Breakthrough’s global push for near-zero emission and resilient buildings by 2030...

The Procurement Act 2023, coming into effect in October 2024, aims to streamline public procurement, boost efficiency, and improve access for SMEs. The key changes are transformative and include more flexible negotiation procedures, mandatory public notices for increased transparency, and stricter performance monitoring for large contracts. Social landlords must improve internal communication, and maintain detailed records to comply with these new requirements.

What is ‘Extra-ordinary Leadership' and do you deliver that for your team and organisation with all the day-to-day pressures that you face both personally and professionally?

Currently, just two percent of tradespeople in the UK are female, a statistic that has barely changed in 40 years. The trades can offer a hugely fulfilling career to women, yet there remains a gap in the number of women joining the profession.

With long-term rent settlements remaining a priority for housing providers seeking stability to fund investment in existing stock and delivery of new homes, government decisions to cap or reduce social rents have challenged these efforts over the past 15 years. Now, as the Renters' Rights Bill brings new challenges, it’s more important than ever to understand how to get rents right and secure the maximum regulated increases.

Ensuring quality, accessibility, and affordability across all tenures, we recognise that housing is more than just bricks and mortar. The solutions to today’s housing crisis requires innovative thinking and collaboration.

As we mark one year since the introduction of the Regulator of Social Housing’s consumer standards and the Housing Ombudsman’s complaints handing code, it’s time to reflect on the lessons learned and what they mean for the housing sector. This pivotal moment offers an opportunity to evaluate how these regulatory frameworks have influenced housing providers and tenant experiences, and what the future holds as we continue to navigate these changes.

For Winmark's third year tackling the topic of 'Leading Multi-Generational Teams', we are proud to be joined by Patrick Dunne and Rebecca Robins, Co-Authors of the recent best-seller, '5 Generations at Work - How We Win Together, for Good'.