Incommunities appoints new Director of Communities

A 22,650-home housing association based in Bradford has appointed a new Director of Communities

Bradford based housing provider Incommunities has appointed Patrick Collins as its new Director of Communities.

Patrick joined Incommunities in November 2020, as Head of Neighbourhood Management.

He has more than 30 years’ experience in the housing sector and before joining Incommunities, Patrick worked for 10 years at Places for People in a variety of operational roles managing housing teams across the North West of England.

Patrick has also served as a Board Director for two north west housing associations. His wide ranging experience includes teaching Housing Policy and Housing Practice up to degree level for over 10 years.

Patrick Collins said: “I have worked in housing for many years and I have loved every day of it but none more so than the last three working for Incommunities.

“Here I am working alongside a completely new innovative senior management team who allow you to implement change and work with you to bring in best practice in all areas.

“The aim is to take the housing service back out on site to our customers so they can really influence how we do things.”

Janey Carey, Executive Director of Customer and Communities at Incommunities, added: “We are delighted Patrick was successful in securing this role.

“He brings not only a wealth of experience, enthusiasm and knowledge but he has a strong vision on how to modernise our housing service and offer to our customers.”

Patrick has now started his new role.