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The PBSA sector continues to face significant hurdles in the development process. Redgrave’s Stuart Kendall speaks to Alex Pease, CEO of Watkin Jones Group, who highlights the need to expedite new development projects. This requires advocating for policy changes, exploring innovative strategies, and fostering industry-wide collaboration to deliver high-quality student housing more efficiently. To learn more about these challenges, read our article: https://ow.ly/ywVP50Up2NG

The PBSA sector continues to grapple with significant challenges in the development process. Redgrave’s Stuart Kendall speaks to Alex Pease, CEO of Watkin Jones Group, about the urgent need to accelerate new projects. From advocating for policy reform to embracing innovative strategies and fostering industry-wide collaboration, they discuss practical solutions for delivering high-quality student housing more efficiently. Learn more here: https://ow.ly/ywVP50Up2NG

We're excited to have our Principal Joseph Ahmadi speak at next week's Bisnow Mid-Atlantic Student Housing Summit. He’ll join an expert panel discussing strategies for navigating development and investment opportunities within the Mid-Atlantic student housing market. Don’t miss his insights into the latest trends shaping the future of this dynamic sector! #StudentHousing #RealEstateDevelopment #MidAtlantic #FutureOfHousing

Camden Learning, chaired by former Ofsted chief Dame Christine Gilbert, is leading the way with a new school report card pilot. This innovative project is set to inspire national changes by 2025, with similar efforts already underway in Sheffield and Milton Keynes. Could this innovative approach become the future of school assessments nationwide?   Get the full scoop: https://buff.ly/4g6jFcd   #camdenlearning #damechristinegilbert #schoolreportcard #educationreform #secondaryschools #ofsted #parentchoice #bambereducation

The European approach to connectivity emphasizes measurable service standards and long-term accountability. 👉 Andrew Dutton, our CEO, shares insights on how this is shaping the future of student housing in our latest blog: https://lnkd.in/eyv5_WcR #Connectivity #StudentHousing

How are student housing leaders expanding their horizons and leveraging expertise in new markets? Join Porter McDonald and a panel of industry innovators at the NMHC Student Housing Conference as they discuss diversification strategies to build future growth – from build-to-rent strategy to an international expansion of student housing.

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HUD’s Office of Policy Development and Research (PD&R) is pleased to announce the Palm Beach County Housing Authority (PBCHA) in Palm Beach, FL will be the partnering public housing agency for the 12th annual Innovation in Affordable Housing (IAH) Student Design and Planning Competition. PD&R is working with PBCHA to develop competition briefing materials, including a comprehensive problem statement, background and community information and relevant existing design information. PBCHA will also help facilitate a site visit with the competition’s finalist teams in March 2025. HUD PD&R is looking forward to working with PBCHA on this exciting challenge!

As financial challenges increase for independent schools, now’s the time to take a strategic review of your entire estate. From understanding asset utilization to spotting income-generating opportunities, careful planning can help secure your school’s future. Is your school leveraging its full potential?

Great insight from McKinstry's Leslie Larocque into how K-12 schools can tap into clean energy tax credits, grants and funding options to enhance their facilities while saving money with budget-neutral strategies.