Our People

Director

Since when have you worked in the industry? And with Carvers?

Worked fully in the business since 2009 following a degree in property, agency and marketing.

What do you enjoy most about your job?

The variety of clients I meet and making long lasting connections.

Favourite thing to do outside of work

I am a keen runner and have done multiple marathons and ultra marathons.

Director

Since when have you worked in the industry? And with Carvers?

A long time as I used to do admin tasks during school holidays.

What do you enjoy most about your job?

Getting creative with marketing strategies and exceeding clients expectations.

Tell us a random fact about yourself!

I can walk on my hands!

Favourite thing to do outside of work

Go to the gym (at 6.00am) 🙂

Director

Since when have you worked in the industry? And with Carvers?

I started working in the industry in 1985, then joining Nick Carver to form Nick & Gordon Carver Residential in 1991.  

What do you enjoy most about your job?

Seeing all of the fantastic staff reviews from our clients 

Favourite thing to do outside of work

I enjoy all outdoor activities such as hiking, golfing, & gardening 

Director | Carver Commercial

Since when have you worked in the industry? And with Carvers?

I started working in the commercial property world fresh out of university in 2012. I enjoyed a year with a regional auctioneer in Newcastle and joined Carvers early 2013. I have been fortunate enough to climb the ranks starting out as an accompanied viewer within the residential offices and quickly progressing to a graduate position in the Commercial team. I qualified as a Chartered Surveyor in 2016 and now head up our Commercial Team from our Head Office in Darlington.

What do you enjoy most about your job?

Every day is different and I enjoy the variety of the workload. We act for a wide variety of client’s from a single Landlord with a single shop to a large institutional fund with a multi-million pound portfolio.

Favourite thing to do outside of work

I play a lot of golf outside of work and joined Rockliffe Hall in 2022. I am not sure that it has been good for my golfing career but the eggs benedict are superb.

Director | Carver Building Surveyors

Since when have you worked in the industry? And with Carvers?

I started work as a Surveyor in August 1974 with Basildon Development Corporation, Essex. I was admitted a Professional Associate of the RICS in November 1975 and a Fellow in November 1990.

I have been with Cavers since 2009.

What do you enjoy most about your job?

Building Pathology, making a thorough inspection of a building and discovering its hidden faults.

Interaction with a wide range of customers.

Repeat instructions from clients whom I have known and worked with for over 40 years.

Tell us a random fact about yourself!

I am a musician and have provided music for church services for the past 58 years. I also play in a variety of bands. the most recent gig was for the Prime Ministers Garden Party.

Sales Negotiator | Carver Commercial

Since when have you worked in the industry? And with Carvers?

Worked at Carvers since October 2021 when I started working in the industry.

What do you enjoy most about your job?

I most enjoy the variety of the job. Speaking to so many different people every day, from all walks of life. I get to visit some amazing properties (and some not so glamorous ones) all over the North East. The job is split between office based and out and about, which means I never have chance to get bored.

Favourite thing to do outside of work

Favourite thing outside of work is an early morning run to start the day positively and then family time exploring somewhere we’ve never been before or going out somewhere for yummy food!

Sales Progressor

Since when have you worked in the industry? And with Carvers? 

I started working within the industry in 2006, when I started working at Smiths Gore, Darlington and with Carver Residential in September 2023. 

What do you enjoy most about your job?  

I really enjoy the job I do, there is never a day that is the same and many clients have commented to say that they would never like to do my job!  I enjoy a challenge and learning new things.  

Favourite thing to do outside of work; 

I enjoy spending time with my family and watching them partake in the activities that they do, I like running, biking and walking, which I tend to do with my friends.  

Lettings Property Manager

Since when have you worked in the industry? And with Carvers?

I started with Carvers this year, previously I looked after private property portfolios

What do you enjoy most about your job?

Helping people and problem solving. 

Favourite thing to do outside of work

I enjoy walking and being with my two Bedlington Terriers, Daisy and Rosie, nothing massively energetic, they're a lazy pair! 

Branch Manager | Darlington

Since when have you worked in the industry? And with Carvers?

Worked in the industry from 1998, with Carvers since 2019

What do you enjoy most about your job?

I enjoy making a difference and providing a positive experience to both vendors and purchasers during their search for a new home.  Excellent customer Service is always at the forefront of everything I do.

Tell us a random fact about yourself!

Most of my spare time is taken up with my equestrian passion, although nowadays I play more the role of Groom to my daughters. 

Branch Manager & Valuer | Northallerton

Since when have you worked in the industry? And with Carvers?

I started working for Carvers in 1992 which is when I started working in the industry.

What do you enjoy most about your job?

Visiting interesting properties, meeting clients and seeing how happy homeowners are when they buy their dream home. 

Favourite thing to do outside of work

Play tennis and travel

Branch Manager & Valuer | Newton Aycliffe

Since when have you worked in the industry? And with Carvers?

I started working in the industry when I started working at Carvers over 25 years ago.

What do you enjoy most about your job? 

Developing and progressing relationships with sellers and buyers together with achieving the best possible sale price for our sellers. 

Favourite thing to do outside of work

Spend time with family

Senior Sales Negotiator | Darlington

Since when have you worked in the industry? And with Carvers? 

Since 21^st October 2017 (industry) Since 27^th April (carvers)

What do you enjoy most about your job?

The feeling when you find someone their dream home. 

Favourite thing to do outside of work-

Go for walks, anywhere nice a good old walk 

Operations & Marketing Manager

Since when have you worked in the industry? And with Carvers? 

I have been with Carvers since 2010 having a year experience at another agent prior.

What do you enjoy most about your job?

My job varies so much from day to day – I enjoy working with my colleagues to ensure we are providing the best service possible to all of our clients.

Favourite thing to do outside of work

I have 2 children so enjoy taking them to visit new places, going on bike rides, camping! Plus I also enjoy getting jobs done around the house!

Secretary | Carver Commercial

Since when have you worked in the industry? And with Carvers?

I have worked in the industry since 1998, with Carvers since 2008.

What do you enjoy most about your job?

I currently provide admin support to both the Commercial and Building Surveying departments.

Favourite thing to do outside of work

Outside of work I enjoy reading, gardening, trying to keep fit and spending time with family.

Sales Negotiator | Newton Aycliffe

Since when have you worked in the industry? And with Carvers?

I’ve been in the industry since 1997 and with Carver Residential since 2012

What do you enjoy most about your job?

I enjoy the variety of my job. Every day is different.

Favourite thing to do outside of work

Out of work I enjoy travelling mainly to visit my children who live in Mexico City & Atlanta. 

New Homes Sales Executive @ Oak Meadows

Favourite Oak Meadows home 🏡: Love the Elder

Favourite Film 🎞 : Grease

Favourite Band  Abba

Hobbies 😎: Going on holiday.

Top reason why you should move to a Oak Meadows Home👀: Great location all the x12 houses are different from any other builder in the North East.

Accounts & Administration

Since when have you worked in the industry? And with Carvers?

I have been in the industry since September 2018 and with Carvers since Nov 2021

What do you enjoy most about your job?

Handing over keys to buyers! Also getting to know our clients throughout their sale/purchase process

Tell us a random fact about yourself!

I've been to a Buckingham Palace tea-party and Abseiled down the side of Darlington Memorial Hospital for charity.

Favourite thing to do outside of work

Play Euphonium in local brass band & Girl Guide leader (way of keeping in touch with youth) - keen sewist and enjoy patchwork.

AssocRICS | Carver Building Surveyors

Since when have you worked in the industry? And with Carvers?

I have worked in the industry since qualifying in August 2021, and started working for Carvers in February 2022.

What do you enjoy most about your job?

The people I work with, good team spirit and humour shared between colleagues. The variety of the role and meeting with lots of different people and properties. 

Tell us a random fact about yourself!

Once used my face as a means to stop myself mid motion after attempting a jump on a mountain bike, didn’t work, got concussion and grazes to show for it then had to start my new role looking like I had been in the wars!

Favourite thing to do outside of work

Spending time with family, friends, enjoying time road and mountain bike cycling, going camping, watching films, reading books and snow permitting- going snowboarding 

Sales Negotiator | Carver Commercial

Since when have you worked in the industry? And with Carvers?

I’ve worked for Carvers since 2018. Not immediately before joining Carvers but had previously worked as a Premises & Facilities Manager for a nationwide Recruitment Company setting up their offices all around the country.

What do you enjoy most about your job?

The variety, no two days are the same and also the team I work with.

Either - Tell us a random fact about yourself!

I once had dinner with Tina Turner.

Favourite thing to do outside of work

Outside of work I have a picture framing business. Framing beautiful pictures & peoples treasures is my way to relax.

Accompanied Viewer | Northallerton

Since when have you worked in the industry? And with Carvers?

I have been working in estate agency, for Carvers since approximatel 2018.

What do you enjoy most about your job?

I enjoy every aspect of my job.  Viewing a wide range of properties because I love moving house myself, meeting lots of different people.

Favourite thing to do outside of work

I love shopping and going on holidays.  Dislike housework and reading, I like to be out in the fresh air every day.

Office Manager | Newton Aycliffe

Since when have you worked in the industry? And with Carvers?

I have been in industry since 1988 - work experience from school (Woodham Academy) then into Dollery Waller (now JW Woods) age 16. I started at Carvers July 2004 !

What do you enjoy most about your job?

Best thing about my job - The People .

Favourite thing to do outside of work

I love walking in The Lakes . My happy place . I got married there this summer 01/07/23.

Sales Progressor

Since when have you worked in the industry? And with Carvers?

I have started working with Carver Residential fully in 2011. 

What do you enjoy most about your job?

Talking to clients and progressing a sale to completion.

Tell us a random fact about yourself!

I'm a big Boro fan!

Sales Negotiator | Northallerton

Since when have you worked in the industry? And with Carvers?

Entered estate agency from school in May 1979 and joined Carvers having been away from the industry, in Sep 2022.

What do you enjoy most about your job?

Helping people realise their objectives with property and overcoming obstacles along the way.

Favourite thing to do outside of work

Exploring new places with family and friends.

Accompanied Viewer | Darlington

Since when have you worked in the industry? And with Carvers?

I started working for Carver Residential and the industry in 2018

What do you enjoy most about your job?

I enjoy meeting different people from different backgrounds and listening to their back stories as to why they are looking to purchase a particular type of property. If I can match them to that property it’s very rewarding. 

Random unknown fact

When I was around 10/12 years old I auditioned for a part in a movie starring David Niven. I made it to the final 10 candidates and we appeared on the front page of a national newspaper. Unfortunately I didn’t make it any further and thus ended my acting career. ( In a later career learning lines did prove useful however when giving evidence in Crown Court!). 

Outside of work

I enjoy walking either with or without my dog Jessie.

Property Marketing Assistant | Darlington

Since when have you worked in the industry? And with Carvers? 

I have been with Carvers/in the industry since 2021

What do you enjoy most about your job?

I enjoy the fact that every day is different and that my role allows me to be creative with how we market our clients houses

Favourite thing to do outside of work

Cooking - I am constantly learning about and trying new cuisines.

Branch Manager & Valuer | Richmond

Since when have you worked in the industry? And with Carvers?

I have worked in the industry since 2010 coming into it later in my career, and started working for Carvers in 2022

What do you enjoy most about your job?

Everything, property is my passion so I have the best job in the world! I meet interesting people every day, drive around the most stunning scenery and of course get to see amazing homes. The best part however is the relationships that are built along the way.

Favourite thing to do outside of work

Travelling, be that abroad or closer to home I love to experience new places and cultures.

Senior Valuer | Darlington

Location: Darlington

Years within the industry: 30 Years

Years within the company: 11 Years

Interesting information:

I’ve been valuing property in Darlington for over 30 years, the last 11 with Carver Residential.   When not achieving goals at work I love boxing, cooking and walking my dogs.

Head of Sales Progression

Interesting information:

Thoroughly enjoy my position overseeing sales from the acceptance of an offer to completion of the sale, I still learn something new every day! My family have grown up and moved away with their jobs leaving me with plenty of spare time to devote to my varied hobbies.

Since when have you worked in the industry? And with Carvers?

I started in the industry in 1986 and with Carvers for over 16 years.

What do you enjoy most about your job?

I love overcoming issues which eventually lead to the completion of a property, providing the best outcome for our clients. 

Favourite thing to do outside of work

I enjoy visiting my sons and their family, and walking their 2 gorgeous dogs.