Exciting Announcement: Barker Associates Welcome New Partner to the Birmingham Team!

Feb 1, 2024

Gary Church will join the education construction consultancy firm, bringing a wealth of experience from previous national and international projects under his management.

United Kingdom - February 1, 2024 —

Barker Associates is delighted to share some exciting news with its clients, partners, and colleagues – Gary Church has joined its team as the new Partner to lead its Property and Construction Consultancy in Birmingham.


With over 30 years in the property industry, he has held senior positions with national and international property and construction consultancies. He is also the founder and chairman of Business for Birmingham, a longstanding and well-respected members-only network organisation in the Midlands.


Gary brings a wealth of experience and innovation to Barker, having successfully led various projects in the property and construction industry. With an impressive track record of delivering excellence, Gary will play a pivotal role in enhancing the company’s services and driving success for our clients.


His arrival marks an exciting chapter for Barker in Birmingham, reinforcing our commitment to delivering high-quality consultancy services and exceeding clients’ expectations. We are confident that Gary will bring fresh insights and perspectives, contributing to the continued growth and success of our current and future projects.


Commenting on the appointment, Tom Deacon, Partner at Barker, said, “We are thrilled to have Gary on board and look forward to the positive impact he will undoubtedly make on our business and the broader client community. His recruitment is another strategic investment in our business and represents a pivotal point for Barker. We look forward to seeing Gary’s impact on our growth plans in the Midlands and beyond.”


About Barker: 


Barker is an integrated property consultancy offering clients turn-key services covering conceptualisation, building, and beyond. The firm has specialist industry knowledge that enables it to serve clients in the education sector, bringing local visions to life with professional strategy. It believes that its people and clients are stronger by adopting an honest and open approach, even if that means having difficult conversations when things don’t go as planned. Established partners include the Confederation of School Trusts, the Association of School and College Leaders, and the Institute of School Business Leadership. 

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