Having been involved in UK BTR from the very start, Katherine has a strategic understanding of the sector and the opportunities within it for investors, developers and operators.

As established thought leader in UK rented residential, Katherine is regularly asked to contribute to industry events, panels and reports. She is also the current vice chair of the combined ARL and BPF Co-Living committee recognising her experience in this specialist sub-sector. She is also a member of the ARL Strategic Advisory Group, and a mentor for the BPF Future Mentoring Programme.

Neelam is responsible for operations across our BTR, SFH, and Co-Living portfolio and has over 20 years of experience in the PBSA, BTR, and Co-Living sectors. Holding senior management and director positions at major residential management operators over the past ten years, Neelam has a wealth of experience overseeing the performance of assets, and leading and developing high-performing teams across the UK.

Jack has 15+ years of finance and commercial experience as a senior leader across sectors such as electronics, healthcare, facilities management, and property. He has worked internationally for large listed companies and, more recently, for high-growth UK businesses.

Jack has worked in residential property and portfolio management for the last four years, joining VervLife from one of the UK’s largest social housing and temporary accommodation providers, where he was CFO. At VervLife, Jack leads the client finance teams and oversees a strong, efficient finance function, focusing on client care and enhancing the team’s technical capabilities.

With over 15 years of experience in residential marketing, Katie brings extensive expertise to VervLife. Her background includes PR, sales, and driving campaigns to achieve high occupancy for residential communities. Katie has developed multiple brands, launched an award-winning wellbeing campaign, and successfully mobilised several assets, alongside managing marketing strategies for PBSA, BTR, and Co-Living communities.

At VervLife, Katie leads impactful marketing strategies, oversees brand development, and drives creative projects, collaborating with operational teams to support rapid leasing and strong asset performance.

Johan has 12 years of experience in the property and hospitality sectors, including 8 years in property asset management. He previously led the UK team at a top PBSA provider, managing sites for clients, investors, and funds.

His expertise spans asset management, KPI controls, and budget management. Johan has led high-performing EAMS, consistently meeting KPIs and driving improvements, including the implementation of a new property management system to enhance operational efficiency.

Rebecca has a background in Property Management and Compliance spending 10 years in various roles within PBSA.

Nebosh qualified and passionate about compliance and safety she joins to support, monitor, collaborate and advise to ensure the highest possible standards across health and safety and fire safety legislation are maintained and in house policies are in line with current legislation in all aspects and levels across all VervLife sites.

Josh has 9 years experience within the property industry ranging from Operations, Facilities Management and Mobilisation. He has worked in PBSA, Co-Living and BTR and is well versed in client and developer relations.

His passion lies in establishing schemes that reflect the hard work carried out behind the scenes, enabling residents to create their ideal homes and foster a sense of community within our projects.

Orshe brings over 15 years of operational real estate experience across retail, hospitality, serviced offices, and the student accommodation sector.

Orshe has successfully mobilised multiple new-build sites and implemented operational efficiencies across standing assets. Her strategic approach and attention to detail have consistently enhanced performance and resident satisfaction.

At VervLife, Orshe focuses on the operational management of our London-based buildings, ensuring exceptional living experiences while championing charitable and community-focused events.

Peter is an experienced operational leader with nearly 20 years of expertise in retail, hospitality, and student accommodation. He has previously overseen operations for a large portfolio, leading regional acquisitions and mobilisations and driving expansion to over 5,500 units.

Peter’s strong background in operational management and strategic growth has been key to his success across industries. His leadership focuses on team engagement, dynamic problem-solving, and delivering tangible results.

With 12 years of experience in building and leading teams across the Retail and Student Accommodation sectors, Tom has a proven track record of transforming under performing sites into high performing assets. Notably, he opened the flagship Leicester Square VUE Cinema, overseeing overall operations, including high-profile world premieres.

A people-oriented leader, Tom fosters a supportive environment that challenges team members to reach their full potential while cultivating new leaders within the organisation. His focus on adding value to established assets and developing operational standards aligns with the growth of the brand, ensuring sustainable success.

Becky has a wealth of experience in Human Resources. Since 2019, Becky has been dedicated to fostering inclusive and supportive work environments across a diverse range of industries, including local government, water treatment, a wellknown television station, and several SME companies.

Currently studying for her CIPD Level 7, Becky is committed to continuous professional development. Her aim at VervLife is to refine and innovate HR processes, ensuring they are both efficient and employee-centric, thereby enhancing the overall work experience for all team members.

Matt has 8 years’ experience in digital transformation, specialising in integrating new systems into businesses. He has worked with various UK councils, successfully replacing traditional processes with streamlined digital solutions.

Matt has helped organisations shift from paper-heavy tasks to efficient, tech driven workflows. Notably, he automated sales and opportunity reports, integrating them into a self-service dashboard. This saved time, reduced costs, and delivered analytical insights that drove significant business improvements.

Martin is an Engineer by profession and has over 20 years’ experience in rental accommodation.

He has built strong relationships focusing on delivering results for investors and working closely with his clients on long-term partnerships.

He is also the CEO of one of the UK’s largest student accommodation operators, Homes for Students.

Scott is a seasoned executive with a proven track record of success in diverse industries, including residential real estate, financial services, hospitality, property services, and IT.

His strategic acumen and operational expertise have enabled him to drive significant growth and transformation within organisations.

As a strategic leader, Scott oversees a wide range of critical functions, including sales, marketing, operations, systems, service, and resident engagement.

He is adept at identifying opportunities, developing innovative strategies, and executing plans to achieve exceptional results, inspiring and motivating teams and creating a culture of high performance, innovation, and customer satisfaction.

Graham’s extensive commercial and operational expertise is integral to driving efficiency and effectiveness across various portfolios.

He is responsible for implementing and safeguarding best practices in all aspects of operational activity, including contract management, mobilisation, and the development of streamlined processes.

His role is crucial in ensuring smooth operations, optimising productivity, and enhancing overall performance. Through strategic oversight, he establishes robust frameworks that support sustainable growth, operational excellence, and the successful achievement of key objectives.