23 min 44 sec
Episode 5: Martin King on leadership, regulation and the future of property management
Martin King on how regulation will shape property management and why investing in people and skills is vital to maintaining high standards.
Director of FirstPort South West, Jonny Holmes, sits down with Nick Mason from Taunton Rugby Club to explore how local organisations shape and strengthen community life. Reflecting on the club’s experience during recent floods, they discuss the powerful support shown by residents and businesses, and what truly cultivates community spirit through care, connection, and collaboration.
Key Takeaways
For more on the importance of community engagement and FirstPort’s long‑standing work within South West communities, you can read our insight article: Built, Managed, Lived: Why community matters in the South West

Director of South West, FirstPort
Johnny leads service delivery across the region. With more than 20 years’ experience working in South West communities, he oversees property management teams and key business functions.

Commercial Coordinator, Taunton Rugby Club
Nick is Commercial Coordinator at Taunton Rugby Club, which has been a cornerstone of the local community for 150 years.
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