Heywoods director Alistair Trippett has joined the board of Newcastle-under-Lyme BID, bringing housing and residential market insight to support the town centre’s ongoing success.
Alistair has said he is ‘genuinely excited’ to be joining the board, where he will support the BID’s work to promote Newcastle-under-Lyme as an attractive place to live, work and socialise, help to shape how the town is perceived by prospective buyers and residents and reinforce the importance of a strong, confident place narrative.
The BID board provides strategic oversight and governance for the BID’s delivery programme, ensuring levy payer investment is directed towards initiatives that support economic vitality, improve the trading environment and promote the town as a thriving destination for businesses, residents and visitors.
Members come from a wide range of sectors including culture, education independent retail and hospitality.
Alistair brings and insight into housing demand, buyer behaviour and how place, perception and quality of life influence investment decisions.
He said: “As an independent business that has been part of this town for generations, Heywoods is deeply rooted in the local community, so the opportunity to work more closely with other businesses and contribute to the future of the town was a real draw for me.
“I’ve admired the work the BID has already delivered – you can see the positive impact and improvements taking shape, and that doesn’t happen without a huge amount of commitment and collaboration behind the scenes. I’m looking forward to playing a small part in building on that momentum and helping to make Newcastle-under-Lyme an even more attractive place to visit, live and do business.”
BID co-chair Jane Tunnicliff said: “Alistair’s appointment to the BID Board is a real asset for Newcastle-under-Lyme. His experience within the residential property sector, combined with his entrepreneurial success brings valuable insight at a time when how we position and promote the town really matters.
“Alistair understands the importance of shaping a strong, confident narrative for Newcastle and we’re delighted to welcome his perspective and influence to the Board.”
