Emma confesses that she loves all things property and is passionate about making a difference in people’s lives - perfect qualifications for her role as North Star’s Executive Director of Assets and Growth.
A chartered surveyor by profession, she was previously with a regional development agency in the north, until it closed ten years ago. She has used her extensive experience in property and transferable skills in economic development and commercial asset management to make the transition to North Star.
Emma is responsible for developing new homes, exploring opportunities for growth, and maintaining and investing in over 4,000 homes to keep them well-maintained. She also leads on health and safety.
Emma and her team work closely with their tenants to ensure there is as little disruption as possible. “We’re very aware that it is their home, so there is a lot of engagement and consultation.”
It is also part of Emma’s remit to make properties more sustainable and energy-efficient. The aim is to reduce carbon emissions from homes and ensure that energy and warmth are affordable.
North Star has vast experience in building supported housing units, including drug and alcohol, women’s refuges, learning disability, young person and older person schemes. Emma is incredibly passionate about working with partners and developing more supported accommodation.
“Overall, I am so proud that, through our investment, we make a positive difference to people and their communities.”