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Propertymark Opens Voting for Board and Vice-Presidential Roles

Propertymark has opened voting for key board and vice-presidential positions, with members able to cast their votes until 18th June. The elections are taking place as agents face increased regulatory and legislative pressure across the UK property sector.

Voting began on 21st May for several leadership roles within Propertymark, an industry body that maintains a member-led structure with working practitioners forming the majority of its board.

Lettings Division Candidates

Two candidates are standing for the lettings division position. Michelle Masiglat-Cook FARLA, Lettings Director at Stirling Ackroyd, is competing against Hope McKendrick MARLA, Director at Intus Lettings, who also has experience in property and short-term rental management through Staycay Management. The successful candidate will progress through Propertymark’s presidential structure, eventually becoming President Elect before serving as President and acting as an ambassador for the organisation.

Sales Division Positions

For the sales division, Michael Sears NAVA, MARLA, MNAEA (Comm), FNAEA, Managing Director at Sealys Walker Jarvis, is standing for the role of NAEA Propertymark Board Director. Craig Webster MNAEA, MNAVA, MARLA, Managing Director and founder of Tiger Estates, is standing for Vice-President of the sales division. Vice-Presidents work with advisory panels and regional executives across the UK to represent members’ views and influence policy direction.

Voting Process

Eligible Propertymark members will receive secure voting emails from Mi-Voice. The voting deadline is 11am on Thursday, 18th June, and results are scheduled to be announced at Propertymark’s Annual General Meeting on 19th June. According to Propertymark, member participation helps influence how the profession is represented and shapes the professional body’s future priorities.

The elections are taking place against a backdrop of increased regulatory scrutiny in the property sector, with agents and landlords facing significant compliance requirements.