The QEII Centre in Westminster, London, was abuzz with excitement on Friday, 22 March 2024, as The Guild of Property Professionals hosted its highly anticipated annual Guild Conference and Awards. Under the theme ‘Sharing Success,’ the full-day conference brought together innovative and passionate Guild Members alongside industry pioneers for an event exclusive to The Guild’s network.
Led by Iain McKenzie, CEO of The Guild of Property Professionals, the conference aimed to champion industry successes both within and outside the network. Esteemed speakers included industry figure Peter Rollings, former Foxtons boss and owner of Marsh & Parsons, who shared insights into achieving higher fees. CEO and Founder of Agent Rainmaker, Sally Lawson, delved into additional revenue streams within the lettings side of the business. Other sessions included panel discussions which explored the impact of AI on the property sector, providing attendees with valuable perspectives on industry trends and innovation.
Highlighting the accomplishments of Guild Members throughout 2023, despite market challenges, Kris McLean, Managing Director of The Guild of Property Professionals, underscored the importance of recognising and honouring agents who have gone above and beyond for their clients and the industry. The presentation of the Guild Awards during the afternoon session served as a testament to these achievements.
Renowned TV presenter, Property, and Travel Expert, Laura Hamilton, graced the stage to present the awards to the deserving winners. The conference and awards ceremony provided The Guild with an opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate the hard work of its Members, who have excelled in providing exceptional customer service while guiding buyers and sellers through their home moving journey.
This year, 95 Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Special Awards were presented to Guild Members in honour of the outstanding results they achieved during 2023. As an organisation, The Guild of Property Professionals takes pride in its Members’ accomplishments and is delighted to celebrate their success.
Commenting on the conference and awards, McLean stated, “The Guild Conference and Awards are a platform for us to acknowledge agents who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and professionalism throughout the year. Congratulations to all agents and offices that received awards this year, and we wish them continued success in 2024.”
The list of Guild Regional Awards and Special Award winners is as follows:
SALES
East Midlands
Gold – Bentons
Silver – Sally Botham Estates
Bronze – Fletcher & Company
East of England
Gold – Millbanks
Silver – Kingsleigh Residential
Silver – Mackay Property
Bronze – Bradford & Howley
London
Gold – Benjamin Stevens
Silver – Drivers & Norris
Bronze – Bryan & Keegan
North East
Gold – Kimmitt & Roberts Estate Agents
Gold – Andrew Coulson Property Sales & Lettings
Silver – Roseberry Newhouse
Bronze – Gilmore Estates
North West
Gold – Banner & Co
Silver – Adams Estate Agents
Bronze – David Davies Estate Agents
Northern Ireland
Gold – John Minnis Estate Agents
Silver – Hunter Campbell
Silver – Property People
Bronze – Home Independent
South East
Gold – Wood & Pilcher
Gold – M&M Estate and Lettings Agents
Silver – Cairds the Estate Agents
Bronze – Sawyer & Co Sales & Lettings
South West
Gold – Webbers
Silver – The Mather Partnership
Silver – Newquay Property Centre
Bronze – Diamond Estate Agents
South Central
Gold – Rochills
Silver – Belgarum
Bronze – Kingswood Property Services
Bronze – Woolley and Wallis
Wales
Gold – Taylor & Co
Gold – Morris Marshall & Poole
Silver – Williams and Goodwin The Property People
Bronze – Peter Morgan Estate Agents
West Midlands
Gold – James Du Pavey Estate Agents
Silver – Dourish & Day
Bronze – Ferndown Estates
Bronze – C Residential
Yorkshire & The Humber
Gold – Norman F Brown
Silver – Emsleys Estate Agents
Bronze – Harris Shields Collection
LETTINGS
East Midlands
Gold – Bentons
Silver – Adams and Jones Estate Agents
Bronze – Fletcher & Company
East of England
Gold – Platinum Properties
Silver – Kingsleigh Residential
Bronze – Woodcock Holmes
Bronze – Bradford & Howley
London
Gold – Living Residential
Gold – Willmotts
Silver – Driver & Norris
Bronze – Property Divas
North East
Gold – Roseberry Newhouse
Silver – Kimmitt Lettings
Bronze – Gilmore Estates
North West
Gold – Adams Estate Agents
Silver – David Davies Estate Agents
Northern Ireland
Gold – Property People
Silver – Homes Independent
Bronze – John Minnis Estate Agents
South East
Gold – Sawyer & Co Sales & Lettings
Silver – Wood & Pilcher
Bronze – M&M Estate and Lettings Agents
Bronze – McCartney Property Services
South West
Gold – Webbers
Silver – HF Lettings
Bronze – Diamond Estate Agents
Bronze – Newquay Property Centre
South Central
Gold – Belgarum
Silver – Kingswood Property Services
Bronze – Rochills
Wales
Gold – Taylor & Co
Silver – Williams and Goodwin The Property People
Silver – Morris Marshall & Poole
Bronze – Peter Morgan Estate Agents
West Midlands
Gold – James Du Pavey Estate Agents
Silver – Davidson Estates
Bronze – Rockett Home Rentals
Bronze – Ferndown Estates
Yorkshire & The Humber
Gold – Emsleys Estate Agents
Silver – Norman F Brown
Bronze – Harris Shields Collection
OVERALL WINNERS
Sales:
Gold – James Du Pavey Estate Agents
Silver – Webbers
Bronze – Taylor & Co
Lettings:
Gold – Platinum Properties
Silver – Webbers
Bronze – Taylor & Co
SPECIAL AWARDS
Social Media – Taylor & Co
Best Newcomers – Global House Estates
Referrals Champion – Andrew Coulson Property Sales & Lettings
