CxO Housing Connect

11:00 - 17:00, 18th March 2025

Ohana Floor, Salesforce Tower, 110 Bishopsgate, London 

Discover the Future of Social Housing Transformation: An Exclusive C-Level Event

Join a select group of C-Level leaders from the UK’s social housing sector for an exclusive, invite-only event that explores how transformational change can be driven through innovative cloud technology. Sponsored by Salesforce and Skieward, this event is designed by customers, for customers—focusing on real-world strategies and solutions, not sales pitches.

This is a unique opportunity to connect with your peers, exchange ideas, and gain insights into how the latest technologies are helping organisations like yours to improve customer satisfaction, achieve efficiency savings, and disrupt traditional business models.

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    Key Note Speakers

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    Greg Reed

    CEO, Places for People

    Greg brings a transformative vision to one of the UK’s largest social enterprises. With a career marked by driving innovation and meaningful change, Greg’s keynote will be focused on the topics surrounding “Adapting to Change in Social Housing”, highlight how the industry can go beyond traditional boundaries to better support communities. He will share his strategies for harnessing technology, fostering collaboration, and delivering solutions that address today’s challenges while creating opportunities for a more inclusive tomorrow.

    A purpose-driven leader, Greg is deeply committed to creating positive social impact through strategic action. His approach balances commercial acumen with a relentless focus on the well-being of people and communities.

    Passionate about tackling the UK’s housing crisis, Greg previously served as a non-executive director at Clarion Housing Group, the country’s largest housing association. There, he also chaired its charitable foundation, Clarion Futures, advancing initiatives that empower and uplift communities.

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    Matt Cross

    CIO, Places for People

    Matt Cross, Chief Information Officer at Places for People, brings over 20 years of expertise in delivering customer-centred change through technological and data transformation. A seasoned leader within complex organisations, Matt has driven large-scale change initiatives, shifting from product silos to customer-focused strategies.

    With a career rooted in Financial Services, Matt has earned the trust of Boards and regulators while leading the envisioning, design, and delivery of personalised customer experiences. Today, he spearheads technology transformation, cloud adoption, digitisation, and the establishment of data-driven cultures, laying the groundwork for the Generative Artificial Intelligence revolution.

    Industry Leaders Panel

    In addition to Greg Reed’s keynote, hear from an impressive lineup of industry experts who are at the forefront of transformation in social housing:

    Their collective expertise will provide practical takeaways for leveraging technology to navigate challenges and deliver impact.

    Anjali Kumar

    CIO, Hyde Housing

    Simon Parker

    CTO, Home Group

    Sarah Evans

    Exec Director of Customer Experience, Yorkshire Housing

    • EVENT AGENDA
    TimeActivity
    11:00 – 12:00Check-in and Lunch upon arrival
    12:00 – 12:10Welcome Introduction
    12:10 – 12:40Keynote with Greg Reed and Matt Cross, from Places for People:
    Adapting to Change in Social Housing 
    12:40 – 13:10Digital Transformation: Opportunities and Challenges in Social Housing
    13:10 – 13:30Networking coffee break
    13:30 – 14:30

    Industry Leaders Panel

    Digital Transformation in Social Housing: Lessons Learnt and Future Opportunities

    • Anjali Kumar – CIO at Hyde Housing
    • Simon Parker – CTO at Home Group
    • Sarah Evans – Exec Director of Customer Experience at Yorkshire Housing
    14:30 – 16:30

    Capability Mapping Interactive Workshop

    • Business capabilities for the future of housing
    16:30 – 16:50Q&A Panel
    16:50 – 17:00Closing remarks
    17:00 onwardsNetworking reception
    19:30 onwardsThought Leaders Dinner

    Why Attend?

    By joining this event, you will:

    • Gain exclusive insights from the PFP CEO: Discover his bold vision for the future of the sector and how social housing companies can become catalysts for positive change.
    • Unlock the secrets of digital transformation success: Learn proven strategies and best practices that are reshaping the way social housing organizations operate.
    • Learn from trailblazing technology leaders: Hear directly from innovators in social housing who are revolutionizing customer experiences and driving impactful results.
    • Leverage technology to transform operations: Gain actionable advice from industry experts on optimizing customer service, field operations, marketing, and back-office processes through cutting-edge solutions.
    • Connect with visionary CxOs: Build meaningful connections with like-minded executives who are at the forefront of driving transformative change in the social housing sector.

    Exclusively for C-Level Executives

    This event is designed specifically for senior leaders, offering an exclusive space to collaborate with peers. While primarily invite-only, interested registrants may apply to attend. Please note that registrations are subject to approval by Skieward to ensure the event remains focused and relevant for participants.

    Register Your Interest

    Secure your spot at this prestigious event. Submit your registration below, and we’ll be in touch to confirm your place and provide further details. 

    Don’t miss this unparalleled opportunity to shape the future of social housing transformation.

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    Get in touch with your hosts:

    This event is sponsored by Skieward Consulting and Salesforce.

    If you have any questions about this event, or would like to know more about the services that we offer, then please get in touch.

    E: info@skiewardconsulting.com