THFC officially welcomes new Chief Executive, Priya Nair, marking a new era of growth and innovation
The Housing Finance Corporation (THFC) is thrilled to officially welcome Priya Nair as its new Chief Executive. Priya Nair began her new role on Monday, 11th March 2024, heralding in a new and exciting era for the UK’s leading affordable housing aggregator.
Priya has taken over from Piers Williamson, who will remain with the business for a short transition period before officially stepping down at THFC’s Annual General Meeting in July. Piers served as THFC’s Chief Executive for 22 years.
Priya brings more than 25 years of experience in the financial services sector, including advising infrastructure companies and international investors. Most recently, she was Senior Director of Infrastructure at abrdn Investment Management. Priya has extensive leadership experience across capital markets, corporate finance, digital transformation, and securities services. She has a proven track record of leading multi-disciplinary teams and implementing strategic growth initiatives.
Priya continues to support diverse organisations in a non-executive capacity, including as a Trustee of Sported, a charity that helps community-based sports groups across the country.
George Blunden, Chair of the Board at THFC, said: “We are delighted to formally welcome Priya Nair as THFC’s new Chief Executive. The world has changed for the social housing sector and THFC is moving with the times too – we are ready for the opportunities and challenges ahead. The coming years will see us build on the last two decades and leverage our sector-leading track record. We will continue to work as a trusted partner to housing providers, and help the sector navigate the complex economic and operational environment through our funding and strategic support.”
Priya Nair, THFC’s new Chief Executive, said: “I am deeply honoured to have begun my new role as Chief Executive of THFC. This is a critical time for the UK housing sector. THFC’s work in supporting housing associations and providing innovative funding solutions is more important than ever. I look forward to building on the excellent work of my talented and devoted colleagues across THFC and the company’s pre-eminent reputation in the affordable housing market. Together we will ensure THFC continues to thrive as we prepare to meet new challenges with ambition and confidence. ”
About THFC:
THFC has been the UK’s leading affordable housing aggregator for more than three decades, providing innovative funding solutions for over 160 housing associations across all four nations of the UK. THFC has amassed a loan book of over £8.2bn to date and continues to expand its range of financial products to serve the needs of the social housing sector. THFC has made significant contributions toward solving the UK’s affordable housing crisis, having funded 32,000+ homes under Affordable Housing Finance plc, which oversaw the government’s initial Affordable Housing Guarantee Scheme. The aggregator launched bLEND, a direct subsidiary, in 2018 and unveiled THFC Sustainable Finance (TSF), a £2bn sustainable finance vehicle, in 2023.
For more information, please contact:
Danielle Hughes, ESG Strategy and Communications Manager at THFC – Danielle.hughes@thfcorp.com