Sharing Success: The Guild Conference and Awards celebrate Member achievements

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, McKenzie 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, McKenzie 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 – Homes 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 – Drivers & 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

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