In this episode of The Developers Club Podcast, host Ben Wilson speaks with Gavin J. Gallagher, Founder of Elite Property Accelerator and a seasoned international property developer. Gavin shares his journey from architecture into large-scale property development, detailing how early planning gains led to rapid portfolio growth, followed by the hard lessons of the 2008 crash. He discusses the psychological pressure of development, lifestyle inflation, global market dynamics, and why resilience and mindset are as important as financial strategy. The conversation spans Ireland, the UK, New York, and Dubai, offering valuable insights for developers navigating volatile markets and long-term growth. 00:00 – Introduction and meeting Gavin Gallagher 02:30 – Early exposure to architecture and property 06:10 – The planning deal that changed everything 10:40 – Rapid portfolio growth and early success 15:20 – Lifestyle inflation and hidden risks 19:30 – The 2008 crash and losing a multi-million euro portfolio 24:50 – Rebuilding after failure and financial pressure 30:15 – Global property markets: Dublin vs London vs Dubai 36:40 – Mental resilience, health, and long-term sustainability 41:30 – Lessons for developers navigating today’s market   🎧 Available now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts 🔔 Subscribe for more expert conversations on UK property development   CONNECT WITH THE DEVELOPERS CLUB 🎧 Listen on your preferred platform: YouTube: / @thedevelopersclub Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3P6c6lc... Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/thedevelop...   📲 Follow us on social media: LinkedIn: / thedevelopersclub Instagram: / thedevelopersclub.uk TikTok: / thedevelopersclub X (Twitter): https://x.com/_developersclub Facebook: / thedevelopersclub.uk   💬 Book a discovery call: info@thedevelopersclub.co.uk 🌐 Visit: https://www.thedevelopersclub.co.uk   JOIN OUR COMMUNITY • Explore membership options and find your pathway in development • Be part of our mission to deliver 10,000 new homes by 2030 JOIN OUR COMMUNITY • Explore membership options and find your pathway in development • Be part of our mission to deliver 10,000 new homes by 2030 HELP US GROW • Leave a review on Apple Podcasts • Share this episode with your network • Interested in partnering or sponsoring the show? Email us   #TheDevelopersClubPodcast #GavinGallagher #ElitePropertyAccelerator #UKProperty #PropertyDevelopment #RealEstateUK #DeveloperMindset #PropertyInvestment #TheDevelopersClub

In this episode of The Developers Club Podcast, host Ben Wilson speaks with Michael Kiely, former Chief Planner and member of the Planning Officers Society. With decades of experience in UK planning, Michael provides insight into housing policy, public investment, and the practicalities of delivering large-scale development. He shares advice for developers and planners on: -How housing benefit and temporary accommodation spending could fund council housing -The importance of site knowledge and walking your patch -Leading planning teams with a clear vision -Balancing quality with pragmatism in project delivery   The discussion also explores changes in planning since the 1970s, common misconceptions about planning officers, and advice for young professionals entering the field.   Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction: Michael Kiely’s career in planning 04:20 – Public investment vs. housing delivery 09:15 – Pragmatism in planning and development 15:45 – Site visits and understanding your patch 22:10 – Clear vision, leadership, and team buy-in 28:30 – Advice for young planners and developers 35:00 – Optimism for the future of planning   🎧 Available now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts 🔔 Subscribe for more expert conversations on UK property development   CONNECT WITH THE DEVELOPERS CLUB 🎧 Listen on your preferred platform: YouTube: / @thedevelopersclub Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3P6c6lc... Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/thedevelop...   📲 Follow us on social media: LinkedIn: / thedevelopersclub Instagram: / thedevelopersclub.uk TikTok: / thedevelopersclub X (Twitter): https://x.com/_developersclub Facebook: / thedevelopersclub.uk 💬 Book a discovery call: info@thedevelopersclub.co.uk 🌐 Visit: https://www.thedevelopersclub.co.uk   JOIN OUR COMMUNITY • Explore membership options and find your pathway in development • Be part of our mission to deliver 10,000 new homes by 2030 HELP US GROW • Leave a review on Apple Podcasts • Share this episode with your network • Interested in partnering or sponsoring the show? Email us   #TheDevelopersClubPodcast #MichaelKiely #PlanningOfficersSociety #UKPlanning #PropertyDevelopment #UKProperty #HousingInvestment #PlanningAdvice #UKRealEstate #TheDevelopersClub  

In this episode of The Developers Club Podcast, host Ben Wilson speaks with Stefan Canavan, Founder of Willow Isle Capital and Founding Member of The Developers Club. With over 20 projects completed, including luxury penthouses in Battersea and multiple office-to-resi conversions, Stefan brings a dual perspective as both a property developer and a financial advisor. He shares insights on funding structures, project finance strategy, and how developers can build stronger, smarter relationships with lenders. The conversation covers everything from navigating risk to scaling a finance business within property development.   🎧 Available now on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts 🔔 Subscribe for more expert conversations on UK property development CONNECT WITH THE DEVELOPERS CLUB 🎧 Listen on your preferred platform:   YouTube: / @thedevelopersclub Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3P6c6lc... Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/thedevelop... 📲 Follow us on social media: LinkedIn:  / thedevelopersclub   Instagram:   / thedevelopersclub.uk   TikTok:   / thedevelopersclub   X (Twitter): https://x.com/_developersclub Facebook:   / thedevelopersclub.uk    Book a discovery call: info@thedevelopersclub.co.uk 🌐 Visit: https://www.thedevelopersclub.co.uk   JOIN OUR COMMUNITY • Explore membership options and find your pathway in development • Be part of our mission to deliver 10,000 new homes by 2030 HELP US GROW • Leave a review on Apple Podcasts • Share this episode with your network • Interested in partnering or sponsoring the show? Email us   #TheDevelopersClubPodcast #StefanCanavan #WillowIsleCapital #UKProperty #PropertyFinance #DevelopmentFunding #RealEstateUK #PropertyDevelopment #UKRealEstate #TheDevelopersClub

In this episode of The Developers Club Podcast, host Ben Wilson speaks with Ben Beadle, CEO of the National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA). With over 20 years in the property sector, Ben shares his journey from becoming a landlord at just 20 years old to now representing 112,000 members who collectively provide over 1 million homes across the UK. He reflects on the challenges of regulation, the realities of supply and demand, and the misconceptions surrounding landlords in today’s housing debate. The conversation explores the evolution of the private rented sector, how policy is reshaping landlord responsibilities, and why professionalisation is key to the future of renting in the UK. 🎧 Available now on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts🔔 Subscribe for more expert conversations on UK property development   CONNECT WITH THE DEVELOPERS CLUB• Listen on your preferred platform: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts• Follow us on social media: @thedevelopersclub → LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTok | X | Facebook• Book a discovery call: info@thedevelopersclub.co.uk• Visit: www.thedevelopersclub.co.uk   JOIN OUR COMMUNITY• Explore membership options and find your pathway in development• Be part of our mission to deliver 10,000 new homes by 2030   HELP US GROW• Leave a review on Apple Podcasts• Share this episode with your network• Interested in partnering or sponsoring the show? Email us   #TheDevelopersClubPodcast #NRLA #BenBeadle #Landlords #UKProperty #PropertyDevelopment #PrivateRentedSector #UKRealEstate #TheDevelopersClub

In this episode of The Developers Club Podcast, host Ben Wilson speaks with Hannah Chapatte, Founder & CEO of Hybr, about her journey from frustrated student renter to building one of the UK’s fastest-growing PropTech platforms.   Hannah shares the realities of starting out as a young founder in the property sector, from bootstrapping with a simple Squarespace site to securing multi-million pound investment rounds. They explore the challenges of transforming the student rental experience, the technology behind Hybr’s growth, and the opportunities for landlords, developers, and investors to engage with the next generation of renters.   In this episode, we cover: • How Hannah identified gaps in the UK student lettings market • The early days of Hybr and the transition from bootstrap to investment-backed growth • Challenges of being a young founder in the real estate industry • How PropTech is reshaping landlord–tenant relationships • The importance of trust, transparency, and support for students • Hybr’s vision for scaling and the future of the rental sector   🎧 Available 1 September 2025 on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts 🔔 Subscribe for more expert conversations on UK property development   CONNECT WITH THE DEVELOPERS CLUB • Listen on your preferred platform: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts • Follow us on social media: @thedevelopersclub → LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTok | X | Facebook • Book a discovery call: info@thedevelopersclub.co.uk • Visit: www.thedevelopersclub.co.uk JOIN OUR COMMUNITY • Explore membership options and find your pathway in development • Be part of our mission to deliver 10,000 new homes by 2030 HELP US GROW • Leave a review on Apple Podcasts • Share this episode with your network • Interested in partnering or sponsoring the show? Email us  

In this episode of The Developers Club Podcast, host Ben Wilson speaks with Ben Hall, founder of LOFT Living, about how interior design and furnishings have evolved to add real value to residential developments, from social housing and student accommodation to HMOs and build-to-rent. Ben shares practical insights on creating flexible, functional living spaces that support work, rest, and play simultaneously. They also explore how social impact initiatives like Time for Bed improve education outcomes by providing beds to children in need. The conversation covers navigating recent legislation favoring large corporate landlords, budgeting smartly, and leveraging interior design to boost rental income and property appeal. In this episode, we cover:• How quality interiors increase rental yields and tenant satisfaction• The social impact of providing beds to children through Time for Bed• Trends in property design: natural light, wallpapers, ergonomic furniture• Competing with large corporates despite legislation changes• Practical tips for small developers on budgeting, buying, and selling• The role of digitalization and AI in future interior and property design 🎧 Available now on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts🔔 Subscribe for more expert conversations on UK property development CONNECT WITH THE DEVELOPERS CLUB• Listen on your preferred platform: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts• Follow us on social media: @thedevelopersclub→ LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTok | X | Facebook• Book a discovery call: info@thedevelopersclub.co.uk• Visit: www.thedevelopersclub.co.uk JOIN OUR COMMUNITY• Explore membership options and find your pathway in development• Be part of our mission to deliver 10,000 new homes by 2030 HELP US GROW• Leave a review on Apple Podcasts• Share this episode with your network• Interested in partnering or sponsoring the show? Email us #TheDevelopersClubPodcast #LOFTLiving #InteriorDesign #SocialImpact #BuildToRent #UKProperty #RentalIncome #RealEstateUK #BenWilson #PropertyDevelopment #TheDevelopersClub

In the first episode of The Developers Club Podcast, host Ben Wilson speaks with Aaron Emmett, Group Managing Director of Click Group, about his journey from an 8-unit conversion to delivering a £74 m GDV, 238-home scheme. Aaron shares the reality behind scaling in property — from structuring deals and managing investor equity to stepping in as main contractor after a builder collapse. We also explore planning gain, modular and airspace development, wellbeing, and how Aaron now advises Edmond de Rothschild. In this episode, we cover:•⁠  ⁠Scaling from 8 to 238 units with £60m in development finance•⁠  ⁠Navigating risk, cashflow, and a contractor going bust mid-project•⁠  ⁠Unlocking value through planning gain and deal structure•⁠  ⁠Modular and airspace development — what works, what doesn’t•⁠  ⁠Post-Covid challenges, inflation, and shifting buyer sentiment•⁠  ⁠Mindset, meditation, and resilience as a modern developer 🎧 Available now on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts🔔 Subscribe for more conversations with leading UK developers CONNECT WITH THE DEVELOPERS CLUB•⁠  ⁠Listen on your preferred platform: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts•⁠  ⁠Follow us on social media: @thedevelopersclub→ LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTok | X | Facebook•⁠  ⁠Book a discovery call: info@thedevelopersclub.co.uk•⁠  ⁠Visit: www.thedevelopersclub.co.uk JOIN OUR COMMUNITY•⁠  ⁠Explore membership options and find your pathway in development•⁠  ⁠Be part of our mission to deliver 10,000 new homes by 2030 HELP US GROW•⁠  ⁠Leave a review on Apple Podcasts•⁠  ⁠Share this episode with your network•⁠  ⁠Interested in partnering or sponsoring the show? Email us #TheDevelopersClubPodcast #AaronEmmett #ClickGroup #PropertyDevelopment #ModularConstruction #PlanningGain #DevelopmentFinance #RealEstateUK #BenWilson #UKHousing #WellbeingForDevelopers #ScalingUp #PropertyPodcast

This new series brings you in-depth conversations with key figures across UK real estate, including developers, investors, consultants and professionals shaping the built environment. Each episode offers expert insight, proven strategies and honest reflections on what it really takes to scale in today’s market. Created for those who are driving the future of UK property, this podcast is here to inform, challenge and inspire. Subscribe to our YouTube channel, Spotify and Apple Podcasts to be one of the first to tune in when episodes go live.