Adam Chalmers

Chair

Adam joined Radcliffe in 2019. He has worked in local government for over 15 years and is currently Director of Community Services at a council in West Sussex. His work in local government has included responsibility for housing issues.

Darya Bahram

Vice Chair and Board Member

Darya joined Radcliffe in 2021. Darya is an architect with extensive experience in the housing sector, ensuring assets are procured, delivered and maintained through robust and sustainable processes that safeguard cost effectiveness and timely delivery without compromise to quality. She was a member of the “Procurement” Steering Group, presenting key recommendations on enhancing procurement competency in response to Dame Judith Hackitt’s Report “Building a Safer Future”.

Achievements in housing best practice include the preparation of “Guidance on Collaborative Procurement to Support Building Safety” sponsored by the Department for Levelling up, Housing and Communities and the publication of a consumer guide “Buying a new home: your rights explained”. Darya has co-led research for the Department of Business Energy and Industrial Strategy and Construction Leadership Council on developing long-term relationships to improve the delivery of housing projects using Modern Methods of Construction. She has also led the preparation and delivery of e-learning modules on collaborative procurement for the Supply Chain Sustainability School.

Ankit Mehrotra

Board Member

Ankit joined Radcliffe in 2021. He is an accomplished Management Consultant with expertise in business and tech transformation, risk management, compliance, governance, and auditing. With more than two decades of experience in highly regulated industries, including banking, financial services and insurance, Ankit has developed deep expertise in identifying, evaluating and mitigating risks as a business advisor to senior management.

He has proven experience in growing business and revenue, ensuring client satisfaction and managing large teams across multiple geographies, including UK&I, Continental Europe, USA, & India. During his career, Ankit has built a reputation for operational excellence, innovative strategic thinking, and working with the highest level of integrity.

Christopher Rowland-Smith

Board Member

Chris joined Radcliffe July 2023.

With two decades dedicated to real estate planning and development in London and the South East of England, Chris brings a wealth of experience. Having led multiple companies during this period, Chris currently serves as the Managing Director of Lumière, a pro-tech venture he founded in 2014.

Chris’s expertise lies in crafting effective business strategies, implementing efficient process management, and navigating successful fundraising initiatives. Beyond the corporate realm Chris is passionate about making a positive impact on living standards in the country, particularly for those in need.

Avi Nagel

Board Member

Avi joined Radcliffe July 2023. His extensive real estate experience includes managing a large mixed-use portfolio, working with overseas funds on investing in the UK and arranging financing for supported living projects. In addition to serving on the board, Avi also sits on the Finance Committee.

Julian Pitcher

Treasurer

Julian joined Radcliffe October 2023. Julian is a chartered accountant with 30 years’ experience in social housing senior management roles. He is Resources Director at Worthing Homes with responsibility for business support services including finance, treasury, human resources and governance.

Jason Boyle

Board Member

Jason joined Radcliffe in 2024.
With a background in digital (BIM) and regulatory expertise, Jason brings over 16 years of experience in the Nuclear Industry and a deep understanding of sustainability and innovative technologies. Recognised for delivering complex, government-funded projects, he excels in leadership, communication, and management. Jason has a proven track record of promoting sustainability, particularly through new nuclear generation as a zero-carbon technology. His industry knowledge, demonstrated by two Royal Fellowships and significant influence through a widely followed podcast, positions him to bring valuable insights to the Radcliffe board. As a current committee to board member at the Royal Institute of British Architects, he offers strong governance experience and a commitment to advancing the construction sector.

Maeve Sherry

Board Member

Maeve joined Radcliffe in 2025.

Maeve is an actuary with over 30 years’ experience in the insurance sector, and has held senior leadership roles in the UK, Ireland and Asia. Her areas of expertise include risk management, regulation, governance and the integration of climate and nature related risks and opportunities into risk management and strategic decision-making.

Maeve is a Director of a Residents Management Company of a large residential development, where she plays an active role in strengthening governance and oversight across the development and contributes to several of its board committees. She is passionate about the role of sustainable and affordable housing in a fair society.

David Skelton

Board Member

David joined Radcliffe 2025.
David is the Head of Strategic Transformation at Hyde and a CIHCM member, leading our PMO, portfolio, business improvement, and customer insight functions. He specialises in delivering sustainable change, embedding value for money, and supporting mergers, driving transformation through people, data, and process to improve strategy and services across the Group.

Lisa Whelan

Board Member

Lisa joined Radcliffe in 2025.
Lisa has worked in the social housing sector for over 14 years, working in housing management, governance, performance and improvement, with a clear focus on improving the delivery of services for customers.
Lisa is passionate about continuously improving the services tenants, shared owners and leaseholders receive.
Lisa is currently on the Governance and Remuneration Committee for another social housing provider.