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David Toplas

Chief Executive - Mill Group

David established Mill Group in 1994 and developed the integrated fund management/asset management model for its PFI/PPP and new housing businesses.

Between 1988 and 1993, David gained much of his experience in residential property as a director in 24 unquoted public limited companies with a market value of approximately £110m.

A chartered accountant, David and his colleagues built the Mill Group business, of which he is the Chief Executive. He is also Non-Executive Chairman of Mill Asset Management.

Simon Phillips

Director - Mill Group

Simon joined Mill Group in 1999 and was the lead Director for business development and origination, bidding and winning a number of high profile projects in the PFI/PPP business. 

In conjunction with David Toplas, Simon has developed the Investors in the Community initiative and been involved in fundraising for successor funds.

Before joining Mill Group, in 1989 after completing his MBA Simon joined leading management consultancy, Newchurch & Company Limited, rapidly rising to joining the Board.

Mark Hardaway

Managing Director - Investors in Homes Management Limited

Mark has previously held international senior management positions in the property, management consultancy and IT industry.

Mark is a chartered accountant who has held senior financial management positions and is well versed in efficient and effective systems and business process best practice and service delivery.

Paul Phipps

Head of Property Investment - Investors in Homes Management Limited

Paul joins the team with 38 years of residential development experience, with a strong bias towards land, planning and financial matters for both Corporate and Private businesses.

Before forming Whitacre Ltd, he held a number of posts including Managing Director at Taywood Homes, Executive Director at Wates Group, and Board Director at Taylor Woodrow.

He has been significantly involved in corporate acquisitions and housing operations in the UK and worldwide, including the US, Spain, Canada and Australia.

Mike Wisgard

Marketing Director - Investors in Homes Management Limited

Mike has been CEO and Director of major, award winning marketing, advertising and communication agencies for over 20 years.

His experience of launching major consumer brands will help Mill Residential Investment Management become the premier co-investment brand in the market.

Tom Symes

Chief Executive - Mill Asset Management

Tom joined Mill Group in 2001 with responsibility for legal and commercial matters for the Norwich Union PPP Fund and the IIC Funds I & II.

Tom is now the Chief Executive of Mill Asset Management Group.

Paul Cartwright

Managing Director - Mill Asset Management

Paul joined Mill Group in 2000 as Commercial Director and led the close process on a number of PFI schemes for the Norwich Union PPP Fund and the IIIC Funds I & II.

Paul is currently the Managing Director of Mill Asset Management Group.

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