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08/12/2015
CIH Appoints New Director In Wales
The Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) has appointed Kevin Howell as its new director for Wales.
Mr Howell will take up his new role early in 2016.
Currently community regeneration manager at Newydd Housing Association, Mr Howell is a CIH member and has worked for over ten years in the Welsh housing sector.
Previously, he worked at Community Housing Cymru and in a range of other housing roles across Wales.
In addition, he is currently vice chair of Tai Pawb and a board member at Barry Communities First.
Speaking on his appointment, Mr Howell said: "I'm delighted to be appointed as CIH Cymru director and to get the chance to work with the dedicated team, the board and our members to help make sure our housing system in Wales is meeting the ever-increasing demand.
"I'm passionate about the housing sector and I'm especially keen to focus on attracting new and diverse talent and on supporting existing professionals to improve their skills in this fast-changing environment. I cannot wait to get started in this exciting role in 2016."
CIH Cymru board chair Stephen Cook added: "We're really excited to welcome Kevin to the team – I know he has the energy and enthusiasm we need to make sure we are providing the best possible support to housing professionals across Wales."
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Mr Howell will take up his new role early in 2016.
Currently community regeneration manager at Newydd Housing Association, Mr Howell is a CIH member and has worked for over ten years in the Welsh housing sector.
Previously, he worked at Community Housing Cymru and in a range of other housing roles across Wales.
In addition, he is currently vice chair of Tai Pawb and a board member at Barry Communities First.
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Speaking on his appointment, Mr Howell said: "I'm delighted to be appointed as CIH Cymru director and to get the chance to work with the dedicated team, the board and our members to help make sure our housing system in Wales is meeting the ever-increasing demand.
"I'm passionate about the housing sector and I'm especially keen to focus on attracting new and diverse talent and on supporting existing professionals to improve their skills in this fast-changing environment. I cannot wait to get started in this exciting role in 2016."
CIH Cymru board chair Stephen Cook added: "We're really excited to welcome Kevin to the team – I know he has the energy and enthusiasm we need to make sure we are providing the best possible support to housing professionals across Wales."
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