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With many people now finding themselves out of work, and many still considering the self-employed option, we have put together a panel of experts all of whom have taken the plunge and are now reaping the huge rewards. We also have employment law experts joining us, for what we hope will help allay peoples’ fears about going down the self-employed route. Agency in this country is going to go through massive change over the coming years, and the revolution has already started. Get sound, first hand advice as to all aspects of working this way in the future. If you are considering transitioning your business, or if you are looking to go down the self-employed route and join an existing operation, this is a must watch.
Steve works alongside many agents in his capacity with both Agency Mentors and Crux Careers and also as an independent consultant, and has many years of experience in the industry both in the UK and abroad. He also oversees much of the day to day running of The ICG, and is always available to the suppliers and members.
Widely known as a fresh, creative and rebellious business leader, Mark has over 25 years of experience in estate agency beginning in Notting Hill Gate, W11. He founded the UK’s very first 24/7 hybrid estate agency in 2011. Mark keeps ahead of the curve with trips to the US and Australia seeking new training and ideas. His robust estate agency office model is creating a procession of market-leading agents working on their own terms from home.
Nick is the MD of EweMove. He started as a franchisee in 2014 and grew his York business to a Top 10 Player in the town in just 3 years, achieving one of the lowest levels of price reduction, fastest sale times and highest values achieved against asking price of any agent. He helped EweMove to gain and retain its No.1 spot on Trustpilot as the Most Trusted Agent.
Ian joined the industry in the early Noughties, climbing through the ranks at Prospect Estate Agents before leaving his role as Residential Sales Managing Director to set up his own consultancy business in 2019. He has recently founded Avocado Property Berkshire and is well placed to discuss the challenges associated with setting up a self-employed hub style business. Ian has a tenacity and absolute will to win, and will offer some great insights.
David was a Director of Greene and Co in North London for a number of years before leaving the business to set up a bespoke employment cost solutions business. Looking to replicate the ‘American model’ of Estate Agency, The TMS Group has developed a unique framework and created a contract for services that has been approved by HMRC for use in the property sector. David will be on hand to advise on any compliance and legal issues.
Ian has a wealth of experience in the sector, having owned his own Agency business as well as serving as a Group Director with Connells for a number of years. His expertise in the recruitment markets and ownership of various recruitment platforms and his ongoing consultancy witheXp UK means he is well placed to offer some great insight and advice on the self-employed conundrum.
David comes from a corporate background, managing successful agencies along the South West coast before taking up a franchise with Meyers Estates. David wanted to do more with Estate Agency and be part of a business where the customer is the focus, giving them a first-class personal service. 3 years in and he is a household name in his territory and one of the most successful agents in Dorset. David will share his experiences with us and tell us what motivated him to take the plunge and go it alone.
