Industry heavyweight joins developer’s advisory board

Residential and commercial property developer Godwin Developments has appointed the former chief executive of Harworth Group to its board of advisers.

Prior to starting his non-executive role with Birmingham headquartered Godwin, Owen Michaelson spent a decade at the helm of Harworth.

With 30 years of experience in the remediation and repurposing of brownfield land and low carbon energy development, he led the firm’s listing on the London Stock Exchange in March 2015 after it was demerged from UK Coal Group in December 2012.

Joining Godwin’s team of advisers, Michaelson will play a key role in driving growth as the business looks to accelerate its plans across a number of sectors nationally, including urban and suburban BTR, PRS and affordable homes, as well as commercial and industrial schemes.

Michaelson 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.”

The announcement follows Godwin’s appointment of Lindsay McCombe to the position of senior development director in 2020.

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