The Relocation Agent Network (RAN) Conference took place last week at the Novotel London West, bringing together estate agents, suppliers, and industry leaders from across the UK for a day of insight, networking, and collaboration.

The event concluded with a lively awards evening hosted by the brilliant Mark Simmons of Mock the Week, celebrating outstanding achievement across the RAN network.

The conference highlighted the strength of the RAN community, recognising excellence not only in results, but also in people, partnerships, marketing, and long-term contribution to the industry.

Individual Awards

Celebrating individual performance across the network:

• Top Negotiator: Sonia Chin-See, The Frost Partnership

• RAN Ambassador of the Year: Sue Gidney

• Outstanding Achievement Award: Richard Fowler & James Rota, Richard James

• Lifetime Achievement Award: Simon Wilkinson

Supplier of the Year Awards

• Gold: Goodlord

• Silver: Street

• Bronze: Landmark

Marketing & Community Awards

• Marketing Campaign Awards (2 wins): Dawsons

• Community Champion Award: Dawsons

Best Agent in Region Awards

• Central: Richard James

• Cheshire & North Wales: Timothy A Brown

• East Midlands: Bentons

• Greater London: Drivers & Norris

• North East: Michael Poole

• South Coast: Sparks Ellison

• South East: Rush Witt & Wilson

• South West: Webbers

• South Wales: FBM

• Thames Valley: Duncan Yeardley

• West: Home Finders (Swindon)

• West Midlands: Oulsnams

• Yorkshire & Humberside: J R Hopper

RAN Agent of the Year

🏆 Webbers were named Relocation Agent Network Agent of the Year for the 31st time, fighting off strong competition from Richard James and Duncan Yeardley to take the top honour.

Webbers Reflect on a Standout Night

Lee Hussell, Director at Webbers, commented:

“The Relocation Agent Network Conference and Awards Night was an exceptionally well-run and engaging event, with insightful content throughout the day and a fantastic atmosphere for learning and networking.

The highlight was, as always, the brilliant Roger Martin-Fagg, whose behavioural economics insight and outlook on the economy and housing market is something we actively look forward to each year. The trade hall featured a strong mix of suppliers, and the conference created a great opportunity to connect, share ideas, and strengthen relationships with colleagues from across the RAN network.”

He also reflected on the charity auction held in support of the Propertymark Trust:

“It was a real honour to be invited to conduct the charity auction on behalf of Sarka Wilde. The generosity in the room was truly inspiring, with an incredible £10,015 raised on the night. It perfectly captured the spirit of the network.”

On winning Agent of the Year, he added:

“To be named Relocation Agent Network Agent of the Year — alongside winning the Referral League category and Best Agent in the South West Region — made it an exceptionally proud and successful occasion for the business.

What makes it even more meaningful is that this was the culmination of a clear plan we put in place 12 months ago at the 2024 Conference. This achievement is entirely down to the dedication and hard work of our sales teams.”

Leadership Commentary

Malcolm Prescott, Managing Director at Webbers, said:

“As well as winning the top award, we are delighted to take home the Referral League award once again, highlighting the consistency and strength of our referral performance year after year.

To be recognised as the leading agent in the South West is particularly pleasing given the high calibre of agents in the region. These awards are a real testament to the quality of our people and the collaborative culture we’ve built.”

RAN CEO on Community and Commitment

Simon Whale, CEO of Relocation Agent Network, commented:

“The RAN Conference is about recognising the people and businesses who consistently raise the bar. The quality of winners this year reflects not just great results, but great culture, collaboration, and commitment across the network.

Many of our members have been part of the network for decades, and that long-term commitment is something we’re incredibly proud of. It’s perfectly showcased by Webbers winning Agent of the Year again after 22 years.”

Headline Sponsor Comments

A spokesperson from Street, headline sponsors of the event, said:

“It was a pleasure to headline this year’s RAN Conference. The energy in the room, the openness of the conversations, and the commitment from RAN members to continually raise the bar made it a genuinely great day.

We loved sharing what we’ve been working on and hearing directly from the agents who inspire so much of our innovation. A huge thank you to the RAN team and everyone who took the time to speak with us.”

A Standout Industry Event

The RAN Conference once again cemented its place as one of the most respected and community-driven events in the property industry calendar, bringing together some of the very best independent agents from across the country.