Genesis appoint new senior staff

As part of its ambitious, ongoing project to become a leading property based service provider, Genesis Housing Association has today announced appointments to new executive positions. With a wealth of experience Laurice Ponting, Alastair Clegg and Carol Wood will help Genesis deliver its new corporate strategy as it continues to provide quality homes and services to its residents.

With a strong track record in housing, Laurice Ponting joins Genesis as the new Executive Director of Communities. Laurice was previously Managing Director within Circle and before that Chief Executive of Mercian Housing Association.

Alastair Clegg joins Genesis as the new Executive Director of Organisational Effectiveness. Previously, Alistair worked at Notting Hill Housing Association overseeing its corporate services directorate.

In the new role of Director of Strategy, Communication and External Affairs will be Carol Wood, who arrives at Genesis with extensive experience of overseeing communications across local government and the National Health Service.

Laurice, Alastair and Carol will work closely with Neil Hadden, Chief Executive of Genesis as it continues towards becoming a better performing housing association, improving its delivery of services to residents. Neil Hadden said of the new appointments: “We strive to be the best organisation we can be and we are building the strongest team possible with a wealth of knowledge and experience to achieve our goals. I look forward to working with Laurice, Alastair and Carol, who I know will contribute significantly to the further development of Genesis.”

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For more information contact Ben Ashmore, 0207 563 0298 or ben.ashmore@GenesisHA.org.uk

Genesis owns or manages homes across London and the south east for thousands of people. As one of the most diverse housing groups in the UK, Genesis’ main aim is to provide great services, great homes, great places and great opportunities for its customers.