Mark Drysdale

Sonder is revolutionizing hospitality through innovative, tech-powered service and inspiring, thoughtfully designed accommodations combined into one seamlessly managed experience. Welcome to the future of hospitality. Officially launched in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, Sonder is making a world of better stays open to all with a variety of accommodation options — from rooms to suites and apartments — found in more than 30 cities spanning eight countries and three continents. Sonder’s innovative app empowers guests by making self-service features and 24/7 on-the-ground support just a tap away. From simple self check-in to boutique bathroom amenities, we bring the best of a hotel without any of the formality.

Common is a global residential manager making city living easier for renters through the thoughtful use of technology and design. Common delivers exceptional experiences for thousands of residents across coliving, microunits, and traditional apartments. They are the preferred choice for residents looking for stress-free city living from a trusted brand, and for real estate owners seeking reliable, above-market returns. We challenge ourselves every day not just to think about ways to make city living better, but to activate those ideas in meaningful ways. Our team is comprised of real estate professionals, designers, engineers, salespeople, marketers, member service representatives, and so much more. We work collaboratively, value self-startership, and embrace a “whatever it takes” mentality to ensure our work is done and done well. Common sits squarely at the intersection between technology and real estate, working every day to build quality residential solutions that bring positive change to the world’s rental housing crisis.

Sonder is revolutionizing hospitality through innovative, tech-powered service and inspiring, thoughtfully designed accommodations combined into one seamlessly managed experience. Welcome to the future of hospitality. Officially launched in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, Sonder is making a world of better stays open to all with a variety of accommodation options — from rooms to suites and apartments — found in more than 30 cities spanning eight countries and three continents. Sonder’s innovative app empowers guests by making self-service features and 24/7 on-the-ground support just a tap away. From simple self check-in to boutique bathroom amenities, we bring the best of a hotel without any of the formality.

Common is a global residential manager making city living easier for renters through the thoughtful use of technology and design. Common delivers exceptional experiences for thousands of residents across coliving, microunits, and traditional apartments. They are the preferred choice for residents looking for stress-free city living from a trusted brand, and for real estate owners seeking reliable, above-market returns. We challenge ourselves every day not just to think about ways to make city living better, but to activate those ideas in meaningful ways. Our team is comprised of real estate professionals, designers, engineers, salespeople, marketers, member service representatives, and so much more. We work collaboratively, value self-startership, and embrace a “whatever it takes” mentality to ensure our work is done and done well. Common sits squarely at the intersection between technology and real estate, working every day to build quality residential solutions that bring positive change to the world’s rental housing crisis.

Hearthstone Investments is an investment manager focused entirely on affordable private rented housing in the UK.  Across a range of funds and segregated mandates, Hearthstone Investments manages capital on behalf of UK Local Government Pension Schemes, as well as other institutional and private investors. The team oversees an income generating portfolio of over 1,800 homes across England, Wales and Scotland with the aim to deliver resilient income and capital growth for investors.  Investments by Hearthstone Investments have increased the provision of energy efficient and well-maintained rental homes affordable to tenants in areas with an undersupply of good quality rental housing. Homes managed by Hearthstone Investments are rented by residents on average salaries, many of whom are key workers.  Hearthstone Investments is committed to working with housebuilders in the transition towards net zero. Residential assets managed by Hearthstone Investments emit an average 1.3 tonnes of CO2 annually, significantly below the national average of 6 tonnes. A pioneer in the sector with its first fund launched in 2012, the team at Hearthstone Investments brings a decade of experience and a demonstrable track record. Its success is based on long term relationships with investors, residents, housebuilders and agents.  Hearthstone Investments partners with LATCH (Leeds Action to Create Homes) as its corporate charity partner. LATCH purchases derelict houses in deprived areas of Leeds and refurbishes them to provide accommodation for the homeless and other people in need. Follow us for market insights, news and information.

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