The Midlands PROPS Awards raised vital funds for disabled and disadvantaged children in the Midlands

Last year’s awards supported Birmingham Children’s Hospital with vital sensory equipment to support children undergoing surgery. 

This year, the Midlands property industry showed their generosity once again raising substantial funds for much needed wheelchairs for children in the Midlands.

Donations were inspired by 12 year old George Tappenden, who delivered a moving speech about the life changing impact of receiving an electric wheelchair from Variety. He proudly showcased his Variety Ambassador Award during the event.

Awards on the evening included Building of the Year for Cadence Projects, Industrial Deal of the Year for Stoford Developments and The Rising Star Award for Maria Jurado-Wiseman of Howells.

Stoford Developments received a second Award with Office Deal of the Year Award. CBRE was recognised for the Investment Deal of the Year after securing the sale of the Lovely Pub Group and Moda Group won the Residential Developer of the Year. The Law Firm of the Year was awarded to Gowling WLG Real Estate and The ESG Award was given to Cadence Projects.

Reflecting on a successful evening, Lyn Staunton, Variety Development Director said: “This year’s Midlands PROPS Awards was a celebration of the Midlands property industry, whilst recognising the generosity and spirit shown by the Midlands property community which is nothing short of inspiring. 

“The Midlands PROPS Awards is about supporting children who face challenges in their everyday life. The funds raised will go a long way in helping to create opportunities and brighter futures for so many young lives. 

“We were so impressed by the standard of entries, each one a testament to the creativity, resilience and excellence across the property sector. It has been a privilege to honour this year’s winners and to shine a light on the brilliant work being done across the region.”

The Midlands PROPS is supported by a board of the property sector’s biggest names. Board members in attendance, in alphabetical order, included:

• Anne-Marie Eden, Chief Relationship Officer for Scanlans 

• Ben Wisher, Senior Director for CBRE

• Charlotte Bayliss, Associate Director for Deloitte Legal

• Charlotte Goode, Regional Managing Director for Keepmoat

• Ed Siddall-Jones, Director for Siddall Jones

• James Costello, Managing Director, Elevate Property Group

• James Mattin, Managing Director and Auctioneer for Bond Wolfe

• Kieran Adair, Director for Emmaus Consulting

• Lillian Bishop, Director for Armstrong Bishop 

• Michelle Elleman, Business Development Manager for Caddick

• Richard Mees, Chief Executive for Rainier Developments 

• Rob King, Director for Howells

Wonderful sponsorships came from prominent companies such as Bromwich Hardy, D5 Architects, EH Smith, Intex Projex, Rainier Developments, SBK Consulting, Virtus Property Services, WorkBox UK, EDGE and Elevate Property Group, who each play pivotal roles in shaping the property landscape of the Midlands.

Please see below for the winners in full:

• Building of the Year: Cadence Projects

• Investment Deal of the Year: CBRE - Lovely Pub Group Acquisition

• Industrial Deal of the Year: Stoford Developments 

• Residential Developer of the Year: Moda Group 

 Highly commended: Horgan Homes 

• Office Deal of the Year: Stoford Developments 

• Law Firm of the Year: Gowling WLG Real Estate

 Highly Commended: Lodders Solicitors 

• The ESG Award: Cadence Projects

• The Rising Star Award: Maria Jurado-Wiseman of Howells

 Highly Commended: Mark Booth of Bromwich Hardy