About Us
Leigh-Anne Francis
Leigh is an accomplished Housing Professional with over 30 years in all aspects of housing.
An experienced Partnerships Manager with over three decades of multifaceted experience in the social housing sector, adept at spearheading strategic partnerships and stakeholder relations. Excels in fostering relationships with Local Authorities, spearheading negotiations, and facilitating critical legal discussions to secure positive outcomes in alignment with both organisational and stakeholder needs.
Leigh brings a track record of enabling company growth by establishing as a prominent Registered Provider, paving the way for the acquisition of strategic sites and approval across numerous Local Authorities.
Leigh possesses a robust blend of expertise in policy interpretation, project delivery, and cross-departmental collaboration. With a rich history of securing substantial funding and driving city-wide housing initiatives, ready to leverage a well-rounded industry perspective and a passion for problem-solving to excel and succeed in projects.
Outside of her professional life, Leigh is a mother to three children. She enjoys travelling, the great outdoors and time with friends & family.
Highlights & Achievements
Consultancy services to Strategic Housing and Planning functions for local authorities & developers and other stakeholders, both as an independent contractor and in an employed capacity.
Built from startup a business which became largest provider of affordable housing in the country with approval to work in over a third of Local Authority areas
Successfully gained approval with over 270 of local authorities across the country for a London developer, maintained all relationships thereafter and achieved 100% success in all areas the company desired presence. Grew the business from 'startup' to major player in the industry.
Extensive experience in navigating and guiding on council / local authority policies & strategic development aspirations, and instigating collaboration with developers.
Tenured in successfully securing funding for housing developments.
Collaboration with local planners in the creation of sustainable and community-focused housing solutions.
BSc in Housing Studies and Post-Graduate Diploma in Management Studies.
Reputable relationship-builder and collaborator with excellent networks in the housing sector.
Contact Us
Speak to Leigh in person
Leigh is always enthusiastic to learn about your aspirations and how she can help your organisation.
Contact Leigh directly to commence a confidential discussion. We can provide an NDA, for peace of mind.
