Hull-based property developer Wykeland Group has implemented a new leadership structure following four internal promotions. The move is designed to reinforce the company’s strategic focus on regeneration and asset management across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire.

Tom Watson becomes Head of Regeneration after 12 years with the firm, where he has overseen the Fruit Market urban village in Hull. Matt Clarkson has been named Head of Facilities Management, taking responsibility for a portfolio spanning two million square feet. Natalia Rudd steps into the role of Head of Marketing, while Liam Knaggs becomes Head of Business Space, overseeing out-of-town offices and industrial assets.

The promotions come as Wykeland advances several high-value projects, including a proposed three million sq ft tissue paper mill in Goole for Finnish investor Metsä Tissue.

"These key appointments demonstrate the very strong focus we have on developing and rewarding talent within the business," said Managing Director Dominic Gibbons.



Women in Property has named Kelly Brown, a Planning Associate at international law firm CMS, as its new Chair for the Yorkshire and North East branch. Taking office on 1 March, Ms Brown succeeds the outgoing chair for a one-year term.

A committee member for four years, she will lead regional initiatives including mentoring and schools outreach. Pip Hunsworth, Associate Director at engineering consultancy Buro Happold, has been appointed Vice Chair.

"The organisation’s ethos is all about prioritising and empowering people, as we seek to improve gender parity in the industry," said Ms Brown.



Yorkshire-based Thomas Alexander Homes has bolstered its senior management team with the appointments of Dave Witney as Technical Director and Steven Lister as Construction Director. The move signals a "statement of intent" for the housebuilder as it prepares for an ambitious growth phase through 2026.

Mr Witney, who marks 40 years in the industry this year, will oversee design management, planning, and compliance, aligning technical strategy with the firm’s sustainability goals. Mr Lister, who began his career as an apprentice joiner at 16, brings nearly four decades of experience to lead the construction division, ensuring projects are delivered on schedule and within budget.

Founded in 2017 by brothers Alex and Tom Blease, the company has built a reputation for high-quality, sustainable developments across the region. Managing Director Alex Blease noted that the pair’s combined eight decades of experience would be "invaluable" as the business scales its operations across Yorkshire.



York-based Jorvik Tricycles has appointed Kevin Hodgson as Office Manager to support its rapid international expansion. The move follows a landmark year for the manufacturer, which saw a 94 per cent year-on-year revenue increase and the opening of a second showroom in Southampton.

Mr Hodgson joins from a regional leadership role at McDonald’s, bringing 15 years of operational experience. He will oversee B2B relationships and internal workflows for the firm, which has served 30,000 customers since its 2014 founding. Founder James Walker noted the role is "vital" for sustaining growth into 2026.



Clive Owen LLP has appointed Michael Dickens as Corporate Finance Manager to bolster its expanding division. Mr Dickens joins the independent accountancy firm following a 15-year career in investment management, including a decade at a national venture capital firm.

During his career, he has overseen more than 200 transactions worth over £100 million, specialising in management buyouts and growth capital for SMEs across the North East. His appointment follows a period of significant activity for the firm, which recently advised on five deals in a single week.

"Michael’s expertise and experience will further strengthen our capabilities," said Partner Michael Cantwell.



Newcastle-based principal contractor True North Construction has appointed Jane Robertson as assistant quantity surveyor to bolster its project delivery and cost-management capabilities. Joining from a consultancy background, Robertson will work across the firm’s residential and commercial portfolios, including the 177 High Street West project in Sunderland.

The appointment follows a period of rapid expansion for the SME, which has seen a 60% year-on-year turnover increase. With growth of 225% forecast over three financial years, the firm has restructured its board and refreshed its brand to target projects exceeding £5 million.

Laura Roberts, finance director, said: “Expanding our quantity surveying team allows us to further enhance the level of cost certainty reporting and client support we provide across our projects. Jane brings strong academic knowledge, a fresh perspective and real enthusiasm.”