"With twenty-eight years of experience in the field of empty properties, my career has been a journey of transformation, bringing unused spaces back into community use. This work has often involved collaboration with both local and central government, a notable aspect of my tenure at the Empty Homes Agency.A key achievement in my career has been bringing over 1,000 empty homes back into use, which involved not only property sourcing and project management but also intricate work in tracing property owners and crafting solutions. My efforts have led to various media engagements, including participation in three series of BBC 1's 'Britain's Empty Homes.'Beyond the property sector, my experience extends to small business advising and ISO9001 auditing, underlining a diverse skill set in business management and quality assurance, particularly in the retail sector. Public speaking has been a significant element of my career, where I've had the privilege of presenting to audiences as large as 10,000, sharing insights and knowledge that span my wide-ranging professional experiences.In recent years, I've expanded my professional repertoire to include teaching Business English. This venture focuses on empowering working professionals from various sectors, enhancing their communication skills with an emphasis on industry-specific contexts and scenarios.I value the opportunity to connect and share experiences with others in the property, retail, and professional training sectors. I believe in the power of collaboration and knowledge exchange, whether it's in discussing development strategies or exploring effective communication in diverse professional settings.Specialties:Sourcing and Managing Empty PropertiesSmall Business AdvisingISO9001 AuditingRetail Sector ExperiencePublic Speaking and Media RepresentationBusiness English Training for Working Professionals"https://topmate.io/paul_palmer?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=product&utm_campaign=ss