About us:

BAGS OF ENERGY AND UNRIVALLED EXPERTISE

From straightforward advice, to comprehensive estates planning and development services, we get under the skin of your property challenge to develop options that make the best use of your resources and environments.

Our Team

We bring bags of energy and the right people to achieve your project aspirations.

From business cases to project management, our experienced and friendly team will work with you to achieve your estates goals, aligned to your service direction.

We’re appointed to several national OJEU compliant frameworks too, which means you can appoint us directly, avoiding time consuming and costly procurement processes.

Shared Agenda has also recently acquired specialist data mapping company Parallel Data Intelligence Limited, to provide our customers with robust, evidence-based information for estates and business planning.

Meet Tim Wigglesworth:

Tim draws on over 30 years of experience to support our customers in aligning their estate with the services they need to provide, allowing them to focus on their core business.

His work in the public sector provides a strong basis in understanding the challenges faced across customer organisations and the drivers and dynamics at play in decision making.

Outside of work, Tim is a trustee with both the Smile Foundation and Hull Kingston Rovers Foundation as well as spending time following his one-eyed racehorse and avidly following Hull KR’s progress.

Meet Dan Simmons :

Hi, I’m Dan. I joined the team in 2014 from a background of facilities and project management in health, commercial and industrial sectors.

I’m a chartered surveyor (MIRICS) in project management and I’ve spent my entire career working in estates roles with over 14 years of experience.

Project and development management are my core skill set and my role at Shared Agenda is to guide clients right from the inception of a project all the way through to handing over the keys.

I really enjoy working with diverse teams and leading them to deliver estates solutions that are often a core part of a client’s transformation agenda.

I have a young family so life is always interesting but in-between being a dad I love to get out and put some miles in on a mountain bike.

Meet Nikola Idle:

Hi there, Nikola here.

I joined Shared Agenda in 2018, and have recently taken on the role of Associate Director.

My day to day job sees me leading our Strategy team and offer, as well as delivering a  wide range  of our consultancy services across the education and health sectors.

Prior to joining the team I spent over a decade working in Local Government and the Civil Service, mainly as a Project Manager (MAPM). During my time with the Civil Service, I honed my drafting skills, which led to me becoming an accredited Better Business Cases Registered Practitioner.

Outside of work I am Vice Chair of Governors at my local school, and currently rediscovering my love of dancing!

Meet Caroline Havler:

Hi I’m Caroline.

As a long-standing member of the Shared Agenda team I’ve had the pleasure of being part of our growth and development, from when we started out as Citycare, the Hull LIFT Company, right through to our current business in Shared Agenda.

I work as part of our Strategy Team, providing a range of estates support services to our partners. Previously in my 12+ years with the business, I’ve undertaken different roles, such as operational management, centre management and minor works project management. Before my time at Shared Agenda, I worked in public sector regeneration, which is a great basis for working with our current public sector partners.

I enjoy working jointly with our customers, often as extended members of their teams to deliver various estates services, such as estate strategies, feasibility studies, options appraisals, business cases and PIDs, amongst other things.

Team working is something I particularly enjoy, and I am involved in mentoring some of our graduate consultants, as well as the wider Strategy Team. Being part of a like-minded group of people helps in our solution focused approach, in delivering the best services for our partners.

Building new relationships and developing services required by our customers is one of my favourite parts of the job, especially when I get to go out and about to see people.

At home I have a son, a hubby and my treasured Labrador. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends outdoors in the countryside and at the beach, which we are lucky to live near.

Meet Claire Harrison:

Hiya, thanks for dropping onto my bio.

With over 15 years’ experience in marketing and communications, I work on new projects and business ventures for Shared Agenda and our parent company Sewell Group.

I tupe’d across to the team in 2019 to specifically lead on the securement of outline planning permission for the flagship £200m Yorkshire Energy Park.

In 2021, I was appointed as Chief Executive of our sister company Parallel. Parallel is a specialist technology company that provides mapping, visualisation and analysis tools that help the public sector make decisions about services, estates and budgets. To be given the opportunity to become the CEO of a forward-thinking tech business of this nature with such a powerful set of digital tools at its disposal is a very exciting prospect and one in which I’m already relishing.

Find out more about Parallel here. 

Outside of the office I’m a mum of two, and when I get a spare hour I like to pull on my trainers and run (or, more accurately, jog) in the beautiful East Yorkshire countryside.

Meet Nadine Christopher:

Hi I’m Nadine. I work for Parallel, which provides geographical data mapping and visualisation to support public sector organisations with strategic estates decisions and service planning. As Parallel’s Business Manager, I keep everything running smoothly, focusing on business operations, customer relationships and new business development.

Before joining Parallel, I worked for Shared Agenda for over 10 years as a project and commercial manager with a background in data and analytics, providing project support on public sector estates consultancy projects.

Outside of work, my favourite thing in the world is to visit new places with my two little girls, and I’m in my element at a 90s silent disco!

Meet Jonathan Ramsey:

Hi I’m Jon, I have over 14 years’ experience in complex estates, projects and developments working for both private and public sector clients.

I lead the Project Management team alongside Jordan, with my focus and areas of expertise being our health projects and the commercial side of management. We have a really strong PM team with lots of energy and experience across multiple areas, and I really enjoy working with them and seeing them successfully deliver their projects.

Using my experience, I work across a range of projects from inception to completion making sure our clients are happy. I really enjoy working with our clients and project stakeholders and helping them achieve their desired outcomes whether this be through a well-managed and delivered refurbishment, completion of a feasibility study, development of a design, contract management or management and completion of critical maintenance and compliance works. Ultimately seeing the finished product and always having that in mind is one of the best bits of my job!

Outside of work I enjoy spending quality time with my little girl and wife, I enjoy the outdoors, rock climbing and golf (fair weather only!)

Meet Lucy Hartshorne:

Hi, I’m Lucy.

I have been with Shared Agenda since 2016, originally joining as an Admin Assistant then moved into our Operational team and became Estate Manager. I have recently returned from maternity leave and have now moved across to our strategy team and become a Consultant. I have worked across various areas in the business which has enabled me to gain the knowledge and understanding of our customers needs and requirements.

As a Consultant, I assist with supporting the team to deliver specific consultancy services and solutions to our public and private sector clients. I also chair the Hull Estate Planning forum which brings together NHS stakeholders to discuss and solve Primary Care estate related issues within the Humber and North Yorkshire region.

Outside of work I enjoy long walks with my husband and spending time with our little girl Olivia. I also have a passion for shoes and bags but can’t physically fit another item in my wardrobe!

Meet Issy Whitelock:

Hi, I’m Issy.

I joined the team in 2017 after graduating from Northumbria University with a Real Estate degree.

Since, I have become a Better Business Case Practitioner, training in the delivery of the ‘Five Case Model’, the UK government’s best practice approach to developing spending proposals and enabling effective business decisions.

I work as part of the Development Team, working across a variety of disciplines with specific focus and experience in development support, project management, strategic property advice and estate planning.

I really enjoy working closely with my clients on a day to day basis to ensure I can effectively support them the planning and delivery of their projects.

Meet Sophie Lee:

Hi I’m Sophie. I joined the team in July 2018 having graduated from University of Leeds with a first class BA Geography degree.

As a Consultant I work mainly in the project management team, and to date have mainly focussed on the delivery of schemes in the education sector. Throughout my time at the company I have also worked in our strategy team and have delivered a number of feasibility studies across the public sector.
During the Covid Pandemic I led the estates workstream on the Covid Vaccination Programme for the Humber and North Yorkshire region.

In 2023, I was proud to have been awarded a place in the Hull and Humber Top 30 Under 30 programme.

Outside of the office I enjoy running, and in 2022 completed a 47 mile trail race in under 10 hours, whilst also raising over £3000 for charity.

Meet Aidan Wickenden:

Hi I’m Aidan, I joined the team in 2020 after graduating from the University of Hull with a First-Class Honours Degree in BA Human Geography.

As a Consultant, my work predominately consists of project management for our clients. The work I undertake includes working on projects from conception to handover and all the stages in between. These stages include design development, contract management, management of the works on site and final handover back to the client and much more.

I am a Certified Associate for the Association for Project Management (APM) which as allowed me to use my real life experiences with academic knowledge and processes to further develop my project management skill set.

Outside of the office, I play football and cricket on a weekend for local teams and I am an avid Hull City fan following them home and away.

Meet Cameron Wood:

Hi I’m Cameron, I joined the team in 2020 after graduating with a first-class honours degree in BA Human Geography from The University of Hull.

As a Consultant, I lead a diverse range of projects from strategic estate planning to developments, alongside Shared Agenda’s management service contracts on behalf of Hull Eco Parks Limited and Sewell Investments. My most recent projects include supporting major capital planning in the acute sector and project management of new primary care estate.

Working at Shared Agenda provides me the opportunity to develop, while gaining knowledge and experience as a result of high level of exposure to a range of challenges.

When away from the office I find running the best way to keep fit and relax.

Meet Anna Matta:

Hi, I’m Anna.

I joined Shared Agenda in January 2021, assuming the role of Consultant. Prior to this, I gained valuable experience across a range of estates-related positions within the NHS.

My responsibilities include assessing and crafting strategic estates solutions for our clients, and I particularly enjoy developing business cases. My philosophy involves questioning conventions, fostering creativity and confronting challenges head-on.

Beyond my consultancy role, you’ll often find me on the sidelines of football pitches or cricket grounds, supporting my children and their teams (perhaps a bit too exuberantly!).

When it comes to board games, I’m always up for a challenge and never one to decline.

Meet Harriet Deverell:

Hi I’m Harriet.

I Joined the team in August 2021 after graduating from Leeds Beckett University with a First-Class Honours Degree in Business Economics.

As a Consultant, I assist both the strategy and development teams to deliver specific consultancy advice and solutions to public and private sector clients.

At Shared Agenda, there is opportunity to work within a team that has a depth of knowledge surrounding the built environment , and this has helped develop my own skills set by gaining valuable experience.

Outside of work I enjoy walking and paddle boarding in the Lake District, and spending time with friends and family.

Meet Emma Todd:

Hi, I’m Emma!

I’m Head of Operations here at Shared Agenda, which team I joined in November 2021.

I’ve not come from far as I’ve been part of the Sewell family for many years at Sewell FM.

It’ll be so interesting to see things from a different angle – I’m really looking forward to this and how it’ll expand my knowledge of all things estate and facilities management!

I’m a real country girl, so outside of work, I love long walks in the countryside. On a wet day I’ll probably be inside watching Harry Potter!

Meet Sam Burke:

Hi I’m Sam,

I joined the Shared Agenda team early in 2022 after gaining experience in construction and estates management. Before that I graduated from Northumbria University with a first- class degree in Real Estate and I am currently working towards becoming a chartered surveyor.

As a consultant I work across teams within the business, focussed on resolving estate challenges for clients within the healthcare sector. My recent projects include strategic estate planning, development management and supporting Sewell Investment in managing their portfolio.

Outside of work I love spending time outdoors, traveling, and anything sports related.

Meet Jordan Greaves:

Hi, I’m Jordan. I have over 10 years’ experience in the construction industry, delivering projects and developments working for both private and public sector clients.

Using my construction experience, I work across a variety of projects from inception to conclusion making sure our clients’ needs are met. I relish working with our clients closely and helping them realise their desired goals.

The project varies from refurbishment, new builds, completion of a feasibility study and development of a design.

When I’m not at work, I love to spend time with my family traveling around Yorkshire finding new places to walk and enjoy the countryside.

I’m also a massive football fan, so if I get the chance, I am either playing football for my local team or in front of the TV watching.

Meet Michael Boland:

My name is Michael Boland and I’m a graduate software developer for Parallel.

To date I have just finished my BSc in Computer Science, with a primary interest in website development.

I have created several websites for university projects, with my dissertation being about the creation of a web app.

The web app which I developed is called Steam Player Investigation. It was developed to identify if an inputted player of the popular gaming platform Steam has any account bans or if the account might not be genuine.

I am eager to get stuck into helping the team at Parallel develop new functionality and products. I hope to bring a fresh set of eyes to the team and learn a lot along the way.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my partner and our Shepsky Zeus, going on plenty of long walks and adventuring in the outside world.

Meet Harry Hopkin:

Hi, I’m Harry.

I joined Shared Agenda in 2022 after graduating from Leeds Beckett University with a First-Class Honours degree, majoring in Business Management with Enterprise.

In my role as Junior Consultant, I work across both the strategy and development teams to provide support on a range of projects for our public and private sector clients.

Outside of work I’m a volunteer crew member at Humber Rescue, spend time in the gym and enjoy exploring new places.

Meet Harry West:

Hi I’m Harry,

I joined the team in May 2023 as a Graduate Consultant after taking a year out to go travelling around Europe. I studied at the University of Hull where I did a undergraduate degree in Business Management with Sustainability, achieving a first class with honours.

Within my role as a Graduate Consultant, I’ll be assisting and offering support for the strategy and developments team on a range of projects for both the public and private sector. I’ll also be assisting with the teams drive towards Net Zero and making Shared Agenda a leader within that space.

Outside of work I try to stay active by going to the gym and swimming. I also enjoy hiking, travelling and exploring new cultures and foods.

Meet Sophie Marshall:

Hello, I’m Sophie.

I joined Shared Agenda in June 2023 as a Consultant, having previously worked within the Sewell Group for five years as a Facilities Manager for Sewell FM.

I graduated from The Open University in 2018 with a first class honours degree in Business Management. In my current role, I deliver estates advisory services to a range of clients, predominantly in the health sector.

Outside of work I enjoy long countryside walks with my dog, travelling to new places and spending time with family and friends.

Meet Izzy Hoggart:

Hi, i’m Izzy.

I joined the team in June 2023, after graduating from the University of Hull with a degree in History.

Within my role as a Graduate Consultant, I offer support to projects across the spectrum, including strategy and development with both public and private sector clients.

Outside of work, I like to travel as much as I can and explore new countries and cultures. I also enjoy spending time with family and friends and walking my dogs.

Meet Achyut Ratkanthiwar:

Hey there!

I’m the Data and Information Analyst at Parallel, and I joined this fantastic team March 2023. Armed with a bachelor’s degree in computer science and a master’s degree in business analytics and decision sciences, I’ve been on quite the tech adventure.

In my previous roles as a software engineer, I’ve crafted some seriously cool projects, including a “navigation and guidance system for visually impaired people.” And guess what? I even had the fantastic opportunity to collaborate with the Government of India on some cutting-edge AI/ML projects.

Now, at Parallel, my role is a delightful blend of data analysis and software development. I lead the charge on data projects and lend my expertise to developing exciting new functionalities and products. My passion for innovation and ideas knows no bounds, and I’m on a mission to help Parallel grow and shine in every way possible!

But don’t think that all I do is work. In my spare time, I lace up my cricket boots and get ready to face any challenge on the field. Fun fact about me: I don’t miss a single cricket match! So, if you need to know anything about any cricket game, I’m your go-to encyclopaedia.

But wait, there’s more! When I’m not cheering for my favourite cricket teams, I’m out exploring the world. Travelling is my ultimate passion, and my dream is to roam the globe, experiencing all those adrenaline-pumping activities that make life worth living.

So, that’s a bit about me – the AI enthusiast with a cricket craze, a data wizard, and a globe-trotting thrill-seeker. Let’s connect and share our passion for data, AI, and of course, cricket!

Meet Cameron Barnes:

Hi I’m Cam,

I joined the team in July of 2023, after graduating from Newcastle University with an undergraduate degree in history.

Within my role as a Graduate Consultant, I will be providing aid to various projects spanning across the strategy and development teams, while also extending my support to clients from both the public and private sectors.

Outside of work I enjoy working out in the gym, supporting Mikel Arteta’s glorious Arsenal, and hanging out with my friends.

Meet Nadia Peacham-Sheeley:

Hi, I’m Nadia. I joined the Shared Agenda team in 2023.

I’ll be working within the project management team helping deliver schemes across all stages of the project lifecycle in both healthcare and education.

Before joining the team here, I graduated from Newcastle University in 2021 with an MEng in Civil and went on to work in Structural Engineering where I gained experience within structural design, site engineering and basic drafting skills.

Outside of work I enjoy travelling to new places, going to the gym and long walks with our dog Maverick. I love a weekend spent with friends and family enjoying a glass of prosecco (… or two).

Meet John Fawcett:

I joined in Summer 2023 as a Developer for Parallel. As an experienced Laravel/PHP developer, I’m responsible for the design and development of new system features and enhancements.

In the past I have worked as a developer in a number of industries including education, aviation and events management.

In my spare time I enjoy walking and have a keen interest in aviation – in the Summer months you will often find me at various airshows. My favourite place in the world is the Yorkshire coast, Whitby in particular.

Meet Giles Billingsley:

Giles is a Parallel original, having been with the company for over 20 years. He was involved right at the start of SHAPE, and he’s got experience in everything you could think of: from CD-ROMs and interactive kiosks, to data driven web apps and web mapping, specialising in JS, SQL Server, VB, PostGIS, Mapbox… you name it, Giles can do it! 

When not at work, Giles continues his quest for the optimum combination of drinking coffee and eating cake. 

Meet James Prest:

Hi, I’m James. I joined Shared Agenda in November 2023 after transferring across from Sewell Construction. I hold a LLB in Law & Business Management and have 3 years of Project Management experience across a wide range of education, leisure and more recently maritime projects across the city of Hull.

My role is to deliver a wide range of projects from strategic estate planning and project management undertaken by Shared Agenda and Citycare. I am excited to get stuck in to working in a different environment and with different clients to expand my knowledge and experience.

I live and breathe Hull Kingston Rovers, travelling home and away to watch my team when I can. My spare time consists of spending quality time with my partner and our Golden Retreiver called George.

Meet Paul Robson:

I’m Paul, and I joined the Shared Agenda team at the beginning of December 2021.

I have worked within the construction industry, since leaving school, for over 20yrs. Starting as a site joiner and progressing through to managerial roles, I have been involved in many different building sectors.

As a Consultant Project Manager, I work mainly on the delivery and operations parts of a schemes lifecycle but do like to get involved with the business development and strategy departments, for upcoming and future projects.

Whilst away from work, I am a keen golfer and even managed to briefly hold a 4 handicap (which isn’t all that bad). I also enjoy lots of walking and exploring the countryside on the weekends with my children, plus keeping fit at the gym and at squash.