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Loc8me Appoints New COO to Support National Expansion

Student lettings agency Loc8me has announced the appointment of Wesley Brown as its new Chief Operating Officer. The move is aimed at supporting the agency’s future expansion, integrating recent acquisitions, and maintaining high service standards for landlords and students.

Loc8me has experienced sustained growth in recent years, expanding its presence through acquisitions and new locations. The business now manages almost 10,000 student bedrooms across 19 university cities, focusing on the HMO (House in Multiple Occupation) sector.

The company states that its focus will remain on strengthening its position as a market leader within the HMO sector. The appointment of Wesley Brown is part of Loc8me’s strategy to achieve operational excellence, streamline processes, and implement scalable systems to support growth in existing cities and expansion into new locations.

Loc8me’s founder, Raffaele Russo, highlighted the importance of investing in experienced leadership to maintain operational excellence and customer experience as the company continues to grow.

The announcement comes as student landlords adapt to the Renters’ Rights Act. Loc8me has noted that confusion around the new rules is leaving some landlords at risk of inadvertent non-compliance.