Sheila Manchester has resigned from her position as editorial director at Propertydrum, publisher of The Negotiator magazine, after 11 years in the role.
Sheila is a well-known name and face within the industry, having previously edited and published leading magazines for ARLA, The NAEA and NAVA, as well as Propertydrum.
She has long specialised in the residential property market, covering a wide range of informative and interesting property-related topics of relevance to residential agents.
In a letter to readers, Sheila said: “Global events alter our aspirations; unexpected disasters force actions that, in ‘normal’ times, would seem unthinkable; opportunities and plans fall away.
“Few knew how their lives would be affected by COVID-19. Everyone has had to review their position and decide what would be acceptable, what is possible, what is right for themselves and for their families.
“For me, my decision is that having had a very successful career in the property sector, it is now time for a change.
“Since joining Leaders HQ in Brighton in 1993 as marketing manager – working in a great team led by Neville Lee, one of the founders of ARLA, moving on to be editor and publisher of the leading magazines for ARLA, The NAEA and NAVA (all at the same time!) and, of course, most recently as Editorial Director for 11 years at Propertydrum, publishers of The Negotiator magazine – it has been a challenge and a success!
“My best memory will be our development of The Negotiator Conference and Expo and, of course, The Negotiator Awards, our shining star in the property business – much loved by thousands of the best agencies in the UK and a tremendous success – but, of course, sadly missing this year.
“However, the property agency business is ‘holding on’ (everyone needs a place to live) and, no doubt, it will thrive over the coming years.”
Everybody at Property Industry Eye would like to wish Sheila the best of luck in whatever she decides to do in the future.
Comments (6)
It takes courage to change and progress by leaving what is familiar. But with that comes growth and unimagined rewards. All the best to Sheila for her future, whatever she decides to do.
Very sorry to hear this news – Sheila’s professionalism and enthusiasm will be greatly missed – but sure she will be a huge success in her new venture
Wish her all the best.
Well done to PIE showing respect to another quality publication.
Best of luck to you Sheila, and a huge thank you for all the support you’ve provided the industry.
I wish you the very best for the future.
nice touch PIE !!
What a professional!
Sheila’s enthusiasm and integrity will be missed.
Thank you Shella for all of your work in our brilliant industry.
BIG respect from me. Along with Ros Renshaw, Sheila has kept the industry abreast of itself for as long as I can remember. 2020 is not being kind at all, this is another significant loss to the normality of things.