Sarah Beeny, TV presenter and former head of online estate agency, Tepilo, will replace Katie Piper as one of Propertymark One’s speakers

The last minute change is because Piper has undergone an “unexpected medical procedure”.

The presenter and campaigner made the announcement on Saturday morning on Instagram.

Piper, 40, was left with serious injuries and permanent scarring after an acid attack in 2008.

In her post, external, she assured fans “all is well”,

Beeny who is best known for her television presenting and entrepreneurialism will bring a wealth of industry knowledge, along with relatable experience regarding her journey in life.

She is a passionate supporter of many charities, especially concerning cancer, having undergone treatment for breast cancer back in 2022. Her journey in life will inspire and motivate in equal measure, it will also bring a fascinating insight into how to innovate and succeed in a fiercely competitive environment.

Jason Lee, head of commercial at Propertymark, said: “First and foremost, I would like to wish Katie a very speedy recovery and also thank her for her dedication on the lead up to Propertymark One.

“Although we are sad Katie won’t be able to attend this year, we are pleased Sarah has taken the baton and will be flying the flag by bringing an unmissable keynote. Sarah’s journey is one of resilience, ambition, creativity and compassion and I am personally extremely excited to see her take to the stage”.