We had a lovely time at the Speed Networking event on Wednesday 12th June, thank you to all those who attended! The sun shone over the Concorde Club Marquee, making for a bright and welcoming start to the event. Together with RICS Matrics and Omnia Consulting, we hosted around 60 property professionals for a fun and engaging afternoon of networking and delicious cake. A short workshop was provided by the brilliant Astrid Davies to set the tone of the event and provide hints and tips for networking. The atmosphere was buzzing as each person got stuck in to meeting a minimum of 22 new people over the course of the afternoon, using our structured format to engage in meaningful introductions and conversations. Thank you once again to all those who attended, and we look forward to welcoming you to some more SPA events over the coming months!
Another Successful Frolics
Another successful Friday Frolics was held on Friday 31st May at The Mayflower Village with over 60 people in attendance despite clashing with the Half Term Holiday week. Plenty of networking took place between the bountiful amounts of pizza and chips. If your company would like to sponsor a Friday Frolics or any other SPA Event please contact a member of the committee.
SPA ANNUAL CLAY SHOOT
The Annual SPA Clay Shoot took place on Friday 17th May at Beacon Hill Farm, the home of the long-established Acorn Shooting School, owned and run by Des Sturgess. The threatened rain never happened, and the shooters enjoyed dry weather shooting, with ample refreshments provided all afternoon. Top team overall and top team flush was Blazing Saddos comprising Alan Sydney, Harry Cliffe-Roberts, Mark Hiskett, Howard Jenkins. Runner up team was Blazing Barrels, comprising Tom Dudley, Oliver Durnford, Simon Martel, David Simpson. Top Gun was Harry Cliffe Roberts and Runner Up David Waters Special thanks to the sponsors – E3 consulting and Primmer Olds BAS, as well of course the SPA. Tog Gun – Harry Cliffe-Roberts Top Gun Runner Up – David Waters Top Team – Blazing Saddos (left to right) Alan Sydney, Harry Cliffe-Roberts, Mark Hiskett, Howard Jenkins. Overall Runners Up – Blazing Barrels (left to right) Tom Dudley, Oliver Durnford, Simon Martel, David Simpson. The Scoreboard
Groundsure take the Title
22 teams consisting of 88 golfers took to the fairways at Meon Valley Golf Club on Thursday 2nd May in the annual SPA Golf Day. The course played quite difficult after the previous nights heavy rain but did not affect the Groundsure team coming out on top with a score of 90 points. Last years winners Ridge & Partners LLP finished runners up with a joint team of Brightspace Architects and Jubb Consultancy finishing 3rd. Following golf there was a chance to network, enjoy a 2 course buffet and prize presentation. Our thanks must go to our sponsors Calibro Consulting, Vision Architects, E3 Consulting and Andrew Waring Associates. Full Results: Winners – Groundforce A – Gary Miller, Max Green, Stefan Wells, Andy Somerville. Runners Up – Ridge & Partners LLP – Steve Cross, Will Wyley, Libby Hillings, Ryan Greenhalgh. 3rd Place – Brightspace Architects & Jubb Consulting – Mark Amey, Jonathan Rogers, Simon McFarlane, Jonathan Wilson. Nearest The Pin 4th – Andy Lambert, Property Partners Recruitment. Nearest the Pin 7th – Jack Preston, RHB Partnership Nearest the Pin 12th – Ollie Simpson, Paris Smith Longest Drive – Ryan Greening, Property Partners Recruitment Nearest the Pin in 2 on 18th – Drew Vince, Jubb Consultancy.
April Frolics Hosted by Boyle & Summers
April’s Friday Frolics, sponsored by Boyle & Summers, once again saw a huge turnout at Banana Wharf with over 70 people enjoying the hospitality of our sponsors. Steve Smith, Associate Director commented “We were very pleased with the turn out. Great people and great energy in the room” If your company would like to sponsor a Friday Frolics or any other SPA event please contact any member of the SPA committee who can advise on the opportunities available. Attendees were given the opportunity to learn about the Holyrood Project, a local initiative on the Holyrood estate in Southampton who are on mission along with the ZoieLogic Dance Theatre to raiseaspirations, challenge perceptions of who we are and illuminate the place they proudly call home —we call it, We Are Holyrood. Since 2019 and driven by the community, we have been bringing to life stories of past, present and have been imagining the future through dance performance, film and social gatherings. We have beencreating accessible opportunities for positive community interactions utilised by residents of all ages. Further information can be found below on how you could get involved:
Successful First Friday Frolics of 2024
A fantastic turn out at the first Friday Frolics of 2024 sponsored by Rentplus. 80 plus people were interested to learn more about Rentplus UK and their social purpose, innovative rent-to-buy model offering a long term solution to the housing affordability crisis. With lots of positivity in the room it was a great way to end the week. Next Friday Frolics will be on Friday 22nd March, a week early due to the Easter break, and we look forward to seeing you there.
Your 2024 SPA Committee
Missing Members: Belinda Bracegirdle, Deborah Jackson, Lucy Richmond, Tim Clarke and George Long. The SPA have recently held their first committee meeting of 2024 and continue to meet monthly to plan events for the coming year. A number have already been planned and published on the events diary which is updated regularly. Further events will be added when dates are confirmed, so please keep a regular check on our website www.southamptonpropertyassociation.co.uk Any members that would like to see a particular event added to the calendar should contact a member of the committee.
Another fantastic amount raised for Charity
Following the February Committee meeting a cheque was presented by past Chair, Emma Bartlett to Mike Smith from Scratch, the SPA nominated charity for 2023 for the sum of £10,380. Mike commented ” Wow…that is an outstanding amount and will make a massive difference to what we do in the local community. Thanks so much to you and all the members who have contributed”
Another Successful Networking Event
Thank you to all those who attended the third SPA and Omnia Consulting Solent Speed Networking Event on the 29th November 2023, kindly sponsored by Dutton Gregory Solicitors. The event was held at the Grand, Southampton, which was decked out with Christmas decorations and feeling very festive. We had around 60 property professionals at the event, who were all enthusiastic to make new connections and boost their networking skills. As in our previous events, the session started with networking tips from leadership coach, Astrid Davies, followed by two hours of structured networking. We were thrilled with the response and hope all those who attended enjoyed it as much as we did. Having had some excellent feedback once again, we hope to see both new and familiar faces at the next event!
2024 Southampton Property Association Committee
Dear Member Applications are invited to serve on the 2024 Southampton Property Association Committee. Committee members assist one another in organising events throughout the year and a committee meeting is held in Southampton on the first Wednesday of each month at 12.30pm, usually lasting for about one hour. Committee members are not paid for their time, but there is an annual committee lunch by way of thanks. In the event of more applications being received for the committee places than are available, a secret ballot will be held of those SPA members present at the Annual General Meeting, which is to be held on the evening of Monday, 22nd January 2024 at The Southampton University Officer’s Training Corps, 32 Carlton Place, Southampton SO15 2DX, full details of which will follow. The window for applications to the join the committee will remain open until 5.00pm on Friday, 29th December 2023. Please email applications to me, chrisclark@elgsurveyors.co.uk Yours sincerely Chris Clark SPA Honorary Secretary Christopher Clark BSc FRICS MCIArb