The Asset Management and Development Committee provides assurance to the Board that asset management and development activity is operating within strategy, policy and financial parameters and in line with legal and regulatory requirements.
Achieving an appropriate balance between investing in existing homes and developing new ones is crucial to the success of Saxon Weald.
Chair: Graham Stark
Graham is the Development Director and a Major Project Director for a privately owned investment company based in central London. He has over 25 years’ experience in property managing large scale portfolios and projects. Most recently, he has successfully led Imperial College London’s new innovation district and campus in west London, a large 6,000 homes development in the Royal Docks for Lendlease and Starwood Capital and currently the South East’s largest next generation enterprise park which is leading the way in the UK’s transition towards net zero. Graham has a keen interest in sustainable real estate development and in creating great places that put the customer first. When not working, Graham enjoys spending time with his family, learning new things and travelling (and ideally all three at the same time).
Gary Bellenger
Gary is a seasoned senior management professional with extensive experience in transformation, asset management, and sustainability within the social housing sector. Over two decades, he has held senior leadership roles across major housing associations, including Aster Group, A2Dominion, Metropolitan and Wandle, where he has spearheaded innovative asset strategies, modernised customer services, and delivered large-scale procurement frameworks.
A chartered member of the CIOB, Gary is passionate about driving organisational growth, improving customer experience, and shaping the future of housing standards through collaboration and innovation.
Susan Morris
Susan has an interest in business which started from working alongside her father in the family firm. She now has shared ownership/directorship of a business that specialises in psychoeducation and coaching for individuals with autism, ADHD, trauma and mental health issues. She is a versatile professional with vast experience working with adults and children from diverse backgrounds who have a wide range of needs and challenges. Susan has worked in the charity, education and research sectors in roles ranging from teaching, special educational needs to youth advisor. She thrives when working with people from challenging circumstances, inspiring them to take action and achieve. Susan has been a tenant with Saxon Weald for over a decade. She enjoys the countryside, walking, horses, dogs, gardening, reading and learning.
Kalwant Grewal
Kalwant has extensive experience across healthcare, social housing and not-for-profit sectors, with strong expertise in governance, strategic leadership, and financial management. Throughout his career, he has held numerous senior roles, including Non-Executive Director, Committee Chair, and Executive-level positions, where he has led transformative initiatives that significantly impacted community development and organisational success. Kalwant has overseen substantial operations, managed large-scale projects, and navigated complex financial and regulatory landscapes. He has guided organisations through strategic planning, risk management, and governance excellence, always with a focus on delivering tangible social value and fostering vibrant, inclusive communities.
