Developer pulls off coup with swoop for industry heavyweight
Midlands commercial property developer Godwin Developments has appointed regeneration specialist Owen Michaelson to its advisory board.
Prior to commencing his non-executive role with Godwin, Michaelson spent a decade at the helm of Harworth Group as the company’s CEO. Hee led the firm’s listing on the London Stock Exchange in March 2015, after it was demerged from UK Coal Group in December 2012.
Michaelson joins as regional chairman – London.
He said: “I am delighted to be joining Godwin Developments at what is proving to be a very busy and exciting time for the business. Godwin’s aspirations of delivering market-leading growth, investor returns and community regeneration, in support of the levelling-up agenda, is just the place to be as we all try to create better places for people to live and work. I am very much looking forward to supporting the team and being part of the journey as the business continues to grow.”
Stuart Pratt, group development director at Godwin Developments, said: “I would like to take this opportunity to welcome Owen to the advisory board. His experience and reputation across the industry are second to none, and his previous achievements speak volumes of his vision and ability to drive change that secures impressive growth and returns for investors.
“Owen’s appointment adds additional weight and value to our already highly credible in-house team and advisory board, and there’s no doubt in my mind that he will be a real asset to the business. I look forward to working closely with Owen to continue to deliver our long-term ambitions.”
Michaelson also served as a board member for the Sheffield City Region Local Enterprise Partnership and is the current chair of the British Property Federations Regional Policy Committee. He has also previously served on the boards of the Lancashire Wildlife Trust, the North West Forrest Trust and the Tall Ships Youth Trust. In his executive capacity, Owen currently serves as the President of Covanta Europe a global provider of waste management services in the USA and Europe.
This announcement follows Godwin’s appointment of Lindsay McCombe to the position of senior development director last year.
