What makes a city is not just its construction, but the culture that thrives within it, and the two walk hand in hand with each other.

This week on The RICS Podcast, Professor Greg Clark, Dr Caitlin Morrissey and Peter Hogg FRICS delve into what we mean by the ‘DNA’ of cities, what lies beneath it, and how the built environment complements what already exists.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• How we define the DNA of cities, and the characteristics which comprise that DNA
• The importance of public urban spaces in connecting cities’ inhabitants
• What surveyors should consider about a city’s DNA when undertaking projects
• Great examples of UK cities which have built character

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

Professor Greg Clark 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/prof-greg-clark-cbe-01145119/

Dr Caitlin Morrissey

https://www.linkedin.com/in/caitlinmorrissey/

Peter Hogg FRICS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-hogg-7153bb9/

Neurodiverse professionals in the built environment face unique challenges in the journey to becoming chartered, but with more awareness comes an increasing level of support for such APC candidates.

Dan Knowles FRICS hosts this week’s episode of The RICS Podcast, where Morwenna Slade MRICS and Jennifer Hobart MRICS share their experiences with the assessment process as neurodivergent professionals.

They discuss the complexities of the process, support that should be available, and why neurodivergence can be a superpower in the industry.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• Considerations that assessors can make for neurodiverse candidates in the final assessment
• How neurodiverse assessors can support those with particular requirements
• Finding different learning styles to better suit your APC journey
• How employers can support neurodiverse people
• The benefits to teams of hiring professionals with varied specialisms and traits

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

Dan Knowles FRICS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-knowles-frics-821bbb22/

Jennifer Hobart MRICS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-hobart-mrics-b6954552/

Morwenna Slade MRICS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/morwenna-slade-9130b470/

The world of surveying is diverse, dynamic and engaging every day for the professionals who work within it - aspects which should appeal to the many talented young people looking to join the sector.

This week’s episode of The RICS Podcast showcases the journeys, experiences and insights of four fantastic surveying professionals - David Broschomb MRICS, Millie Mason MRICS, Yusuf Javaid and Emily Hayden MRICS.

We discuss the value of continuous learning, the ability to have a tangible impact on the built environment around you, and how much societal change can be made by encouraging others into the sector.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• What first drew David, Millie, Yusuf and Emily to the industry
• How you can shape the properties with which you work
• Learning curves and opportunities within the profession
• How we can build public awareness for surveying as a career

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

David Broschomb MRICS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-broschomb-mrics-favlp-registered-valuer-b84b6618/

Millie Mason MRICS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/millie-mason-933928b0/

Yusuf Javaid

https://www.linkedin.com/in/yusuf-j-1a530915b/

Emily Hayden MRICS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-hayden-9b138637/

The role of Facilities Managers has shifted in today’s market, which values people, planet and purpose in the provision of sustainable buildings.

In this compelling episode of the RICS podcast, Greg Davison MRICS and Robin Leow FRICS dive into the critical role of Facilities Management (FM) in driving sustainable building practices, drawing upon global experiences. 

They’ll explore how to navigate sustainability challenges, leverage smart technologies, and align with regulatory frameworks like Singapore's green building initiatives. 

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• The evolving role of facilities management, from traditional maintenance to strategic sustainability enablers 
• Sustainable FM strategies to reduce carbon footprint through smart technologies, energy optimization, and collaborative approaches across the real estate ecosystem
• Insights into Singapore's green building regulations, including the 80-80-80 vision and GO25 initiative
• How AI, IoT, digital twins, and smart building systems are revolutionising facility management and enabling data-driven decision-making
• The importance of engaging key stakeholders to create holistic, values-driven sustainability solutions in the built environment

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

Robin Leow FRICS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinleow/

Greg Davison MRICS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregorydavison/

With a rapid growth of urbanisation in recent years around the world, the role of the surveyor is vital in ensuring we get a positive outcome from urbanisation.

In this episode of The RICS Podcast, Professor Greg Clark, Tom Webber MRICS and Bourane Gille discuss the surveyor’s impact on how urbanisation helps cities to grow positively, create opportunities, and last for decades to come.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• The rapid global increase in urbanisation, highlighting the potential for 90% urbanisation by 2080
• How successful urban development requires shared place leadership, with collaboration between public and private sectors, universities, businesses, and civil society
• Surveyors’ critical role in urban leadership, providing evidence-based, robust approaches to complex development processes
• The need for urban leaders to adopt a long-term perspective, designing for flexibility and resilience

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

Professor Greg Clark

https://www.linkedin.com/in/prof-greg-clark-cbe-01145119/

Borane Gille

https://www.linkedin.com/in/borane-gille-135330133/

Tom Webber MRICS MRTPI

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomwebber1/

If materials can’t be grown, then they need to be mined - the importance of the mineral sector in the built environment is absolutely essential, yet often overlooked.

This week’s episode of The RICS Podcast highlights how we can raise the sector’s profile, and attract new professionals to mineral surveying, drawing upon the experiences of host Barnaby Pilgrim FRICS, and guests Matthew Cuthbert MRICS and Neil Hughes MRICS.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• The critical importance of minerals underpinning everything from housing and infrastructure to technology and daily consumer products
• Mineral surveyors’ complex role in managing the entire lifecycle of mineral extraction
• Sustainability and environmental challenges in the minerals industry
• How future talent can be attracted to the diverse, rewarding career opportunities available to new professionals in the field

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

Matthew Cuthbert MRICS 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-cuthbert-451647176/

Skills are a critical part of the APC assessment, and continue to serve you throughout your career in surveying, but which skills are best to prioritise to succeed in today’s industry?

This episode of The RICS Podcast features the fantastic insights of Kate Taylor FRICS, Annabel Huffer MRICS and Abdul Alimi MRICS, drawing on experiences from both sides of the assessment process.

They’ll explore the evolving landscape of professional development in surveying, diverse career pathways, and the critical skills needed to thrive in the built environment. 

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• The multiple entry paths into surveying, including apprenticeships, graduate schemes, and non-traditional backgrounds
• Importance of soft skills in the APC process and throughout the surveying career
• Changes in surveying over recent years, such as the increased focus on sustainability, ESG, diversity, and technological innovation
• The value of mentorship, networking, and ongoing professional development beyond initial qualification, particularly for early-career professionals

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

Annabel Huffer MRICS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/annabel-huffer-bsc-hons-mrics-548795158/

Abdul Alimi MRICS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/alimiaa

Kate Taylor FRICS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/apctaylormade/

Flexible workspaces represent a growing need for surveyors to prepare for a wildly changing future of the commercial real estate market.

So how can professionals adapt to the uptick in flexible space, and how does the data available to us today help us to understand and value this evolving sector?

These questions are at the heart of this week’s episode of The RICS Podcast, as we dive into flex space with JLL Director Christy Bowen, IWG’s CEO Mark Dixon, and Director of HEWN, Will Kinnear.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• The immaturity of the flexible office sector and its rapid growth
• The importance of data sharing and benchmarking
• The evolving role of surveyors, who must move beyond traditional valuation and agency models to understand operational real estate
• Practical advice on how professionals can stay relevant by leveraging data, flex space economics, and creative solutions for clients
• The importance of surveyors having of a deep understanding of flex space before they advise in this area

Disclaimer: The views shared in this episode are the participants’ own, not RICS’.

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

Mark Dixon

https://www.linkedin.com/in/markdixoniwg/

Will Kinnear

https://www.linkedin.com/in/will-kinnear-5832a122/

Christy Bowen

https://www.linkedin.com/in/christy-bowen-4678478a/

The transition to greener energy sources is an ongoing endeavour, and the role that surveyors will play in that transition is a growing one in both importance and impact.

Discussing this shift, this week The RICS Podcast welcomes Jenny Stanning, Stephen Thompson FRICS, Amit Patel MRICS and host Roger Esson MRICS to discuss the trends emerging in the energy sector, and their effects on the surveying profession.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• The surprising amounts of energy still being derived from oil and gas
• RICS members’ roles in transitioning to a greener energy mix and a more sustainable future
• How to get young kids, particularly young girls, interested in construction and STEM
• The role of standards in the energy transition

Amit Patel

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amit-patel-902a341a/

Jenny Stanning 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenny-stanning-40217539/

Roger Esson

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rogeresson/

One of the fantastic elements to surveying is the number of routes into the profession. This week The RICS Podcast showcases three members who began their paths in other regulated professions before becoming surveyors themselves.

Demi Yianni is joined this week by Kirsten Hald and Maria Wiedner to discuss their vastly different backgrounds, transferable skills, how they explain their roles to friends and family, and the most important personality traits in surveying.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• Kirsten’s teaching career before her entry to surveying
• Transferable skills from Maria’s past, including work in finance and the UN
• Why surveying stuck out compared to previous vocations
• The challenge of explaining surveying roles to loved ones
• The top personality traits for those looking to become a surveyor

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/

Demi Yianni: https://www.linkedin.com/in/demi-yianni/

Kirsten Hald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirsten-marie-hald/

Maria Wiedner: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariawiedner/

The MIPIM Challengers initiative creates space for the next generation of professionals to share fresh ideas and new perspectives, and this year’s winners include Betsy Brady MRICS and Ioana Orzea.

Betsy & Ioana join James Fiske on this episode of The RICS Podcast to share their approach to rethinking embodied carbon as an asset, how we can educate others on driving sustainability in real estate, and young professionals’ drive to decarbonise the built environment.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• Treating embodied carbon not as a one-time cost, but as a resource to be managed and amortised over a building's lifecycle
• The MIPIM Challengers showcasing how younger professionals are driving creative solutions to decarbonise the built environment
• The importance of measuring and tracking carbon emissions throughout a building's entire lifecycle
• Upskilling professionals by developing consistent carbon pricing methodologies and creating career paths focused on carbon management
• Strategies for measuring, reducing, and accounting for embodied carbon

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

James Fiske

https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-fiske-bcis/

Betsy Brady

https://www.linkedin.com/in/betsy-brady-853348148/

Ioana Orzea

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ioana-orzea-60637813a/

The final assessment can naturally set off nerves for many candidates preparing for their presentations, so this week’s RICS podcast is centred around calming nerves and preparing to perform at your peak. 

Offering perspectives from the candidate side and as an assessor herself, Michelle Parkes joins Ellie Sainsbury to share strategies to calm nerves ahead of your final assessment. 

If you would like to find out more about the range of local and global resources available to help you through your assessment journey, please visit our dedicated candidate support pages on the RICS website.

 This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• Michelle’s personal experiences with the assessment, on both sides of the panel
• Tips on long-term preparation and short-term strategies to alleviate stress and nerves
• The assessors’ roles being to help you perform your best, rather than to be imposing
• Tools to help you practise, rehearse and self-assess your presentation

Resources discussed: LionHeart - APC Support

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Candidate Support

https://www.rics.org/join-rics/candidate-support

Lionheart

https://www.lionheart.org.uk/

Whether it’s communication with stakeholders or with the public, the importance of a regulator is key to how firms operate in the built environment.

In this episode of The RICS Podcast, Shannett Thompson (Kingsley Napley) and Chris Adler (RICS) join Nigel Clarke to explore the vital role of professional regulators, and how they interact with the regulated professions, with a particular focus on the Standards and Regulation Board, of which Nigel is the Chair. 

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• The role of the regulator, and how it interacts with the professional body
• How the SRB differs from other regulators
• How regulators stay relevant to those leading the profession forward

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

Nigel Clarke

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nclarke/

Shannett Thompson

https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannett-thompson-0039046a/

Chris Alder

https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-alder-b528822a/

There are incredible female voices at the forefront of surveying across the industry, but if we’re to see a more equitable industry, the issue of retaining talent is a vital one to solve.

This essential episode of The RICS Podcast talks through some of the deep-rooted issues affecting DEI in surveying today, and we hear what initiatives might create a more inclusive environment for all as Kelly Canterford FRICS speaks with Kevina Kakembo MRICS and David Hourihan FRICS.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• Career progression barriers currently faced in the industry, from unconscious bias to pay disparities and limited representation in leadership roles
• How flexible working policies and supportive return-to-work programs are crucial for retaining women in the profession
• Representation and role models in leadership positions, and encouraging new talent to enter and remain in the surveying industry
• Intersectionality within gender discrimination, where other factors like socio-economic background, ethnicity, and family status compounds challenges
• The holistic approach to cultural change, from unconscious bias training to mentorship programs

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

Kevina Kakembo MRICS

http://linkedin.com/in/kevinakakembo/

Kelly Canterford MRICS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-canterford-mrics-52458a1/

David Hourihan FRICS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidhourihan/

Mental health and wellbeing is a key pillar in today’s world, and while it’s historically been more challenging for men in construction to be open, there’s more vital support now than ever before.

Tomi Laguda leads a deep and honest discussion on The RICS Podcast this week with Scott Pearshouse MRICS, as he shares his own mental health journey in construction, and Mark McBride Wright, who shares essential steps we can all take to foster a safer working environment for everyone.

CONTENT WARNING // This episode of The RICS Podcast discusses sensitive topics surrounding suicide to raise awareness for those affected - if you or someone that you know is in need of support, resources can be found in the ‘Links and References’, or Samaritans are available to call free at 116 123.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• Major day-to-day pressures on men’s mental health
• Identifying the signs that you, or someone you know, should seek support
• Our collective responsibility for changing the culture to one where mental wellbeing is prioritised
• Leaders’ roles in creating a more open, safe and welcoming workplace 

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Lionheart

https://www.lionheart.org.uk/

Mark McBride Wright

https://www.linkedin.com/in/markmcbridewright/

Tomi Laguda

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom%C3%AD-l-9a0782139/

Scott Pearshouse MRICS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-pearshouse-mrics-b3391952/

The quality of spaces relies strongly on how well they’re designed to serve human experiences, so in this episode of The RICS Podcast we explore the power of placemaking.

Olga Turner Baker MRICS (Managing Director, Ekkist) hosts Nicholas Boys Smith (Chair of the Office for Place and Author & Director, Create Streets) whose passion for quality spaces and placemaking makes for a fascinating conversation around good urbanism, new approaches to planning, and the balance between greenbelt and development.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• What ignited Nicholas’ passion for high quality spaces, and motivated him to make change
• Why the quality of placemaking is at its current standard
• Projects which demonstrate great placemaking
• The biggest urban design challenges and priorities facing the UK government now and going forward

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

Nicholas Boys Smith

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholas-boys-smith-800614/

Olga Turner Baker MRICS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/olga-turner-baker-mrics-well-ap-128b5729/

With the range of roles in the built environment, the opportunity for promotion into new roles is a key one for both financial incentive and job fulfilment.

In this episode of The RICS Podcast, Hilan Shah MRICS is joined by Alice Graham MRICS and Adam Ledger, a student member of RICS, to discuss how pay and promotions scale in the sector, and essential skills that have helped in their career progression so far.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• The impact of technology and automation on the construction industry
• How a growth mindset helps to stay competitive and adaptable in the industry
• Self-advocacy and personal branding within the construction sector
• Gender and ethnicity-based pay gaps, and the skills & actions to help address such disparities

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/

Hilan Shah MRICS" https://www.linkedin.com/in/hilanshah/

Alice Graham MRICS: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aliceagraham/

Adam Ledger: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-ledger-051980209/

There is a world of difference between a general surveyor and an RICS surveyor, but why should professionals become accredited with RICS, and why should the public use an RICS surveyor?

In this episode of The RICS Podcast episode Majella Galvin MRICS is joined by Corrinne McLeish FRICS and James Raven, as they delve into the role and value of RICS surveyors, their values, and the rewarding, diverse day-to-day work to be found in the career.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• The value and professionalism of RICS chartered surveyors
• Diverse career paths and day-to-day responsibilities experienced by surveyors across different sectors
• The importance of networking, mentorship, and professional development within the RICS community
• Public perceptions, and the need to educate them on the various types of surveyors and their roles
• The ethical values and standards that guide RICS surveyors in their work

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/

Majella Galvin MRICS: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dnggalvin/

Corrinne McLeish FRICS: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corrinne-mcleish-frics-mciarb-llm-b1878262/

James Raven: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-raven-729a52206/

Art is a unique world in which valuation standards play a vital role for RICS professionals, and gives us insight into the role of an Appraiser.

This week’s episode of The RICS Podcast explores the art industry with Alvah T Beander FRICS, Barden Prisant FRICS and Ergina Xydous MRICS, discussing the distinct roles of art historians, curators, authenticators, and appraisers, with stories of how they’ve handled unique and unconventional art pieces.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• The importance of following industry guidelines and standards when conducting art and antique appraisals
• Distinctions between the roles of art historians, curators, authenticators, and appraisers
• Challenges in appraising unique, niche, or unconventional art pieces 
• The impact of timing and locality on fair market value assessments
• Attracting and mentoring the next generation of appraisers for a future of digitised art

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/

Alvah T. Beander FRICS: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alvahtbeandermrics-91199312/

Barden Prisant FRICS: https://www.linkedin.com/in/m-barden-prisant-frics-frsa-7bb18117/

Ergina Xydous MRICS: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ergina-xydous/

Small to Medium sized Enterprises are uniquely positioned to benefit from some of the greatest young talent in our industry, thanks to the increased numbers of apprentices looking to work in the built environment.

In this episode, RICS Education & Accreditation Manager, Mike Cox, speaks with Lee Hatwell FRICS, Director at Munday + Cramer, as we explore the value that apprentices bring to smaller firms, how to develop apprentice partners, and advice for SMEs looking for apprentices for the first time.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• Trailblazer apprenticeships
• How Lee’s firm developed their partnership with Anglia Ruskin University
• Tips for SMEs looking for their first apprentices
• The value of diversity in your apprenticeship intake

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/

Lee Hatwell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lee-hatwell-650b5325/

Mike Cox :https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-cox-a2bb706/

Munday + Cramer: https://mcessex.co.uk/

With a growing emphasis on extending buildings’ lifecycles, the role of surveyors in retrofit and future fit projects is absolutely essential, both in ensuring a successful project, and in enhancing public understanding.

This episode of The RICS Podcast features Emma Fletcher MRICS, Philip Brimley MRICS and Zaman Sheikh AssocRICS , as they focus on the important role that RICS professionals play in demystifying the area.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• The gap in public understanding of retrofit and futureproofing, and how it extends beyond a building’s immediate needs
• Ideal futureproofing projects for homeowners looking to stay in their homes for just 5-10 years, as opposed to longer-term projects
• The role of RICS professionals in simplifying futureproofing, and providing trustworthy advice
• Incentives available for futureproofing, and how we can continue to have a forward-thinking approach 

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/

Zaman Sheikh AssocRICS: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zaman-sheikh/

Emma Fletcher MRICS: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmafletchercambridge/

Philip Brimley MRICS: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-brimley-b7751a8/

The role of valuation may be well-known within the surveying profession, but the connection to the economy may not be so apparent to the wider public, despite its necessity to society as a whole.

In this episode of The RICS Podcast, the Chair of the RICS Valuation PGP Nick Knight MRICS is joined by John Clark (Lloyds Banking Group) and Paul Richards (Association of Real Estate Funds) to discuss how valuation underpins so much of the industry, how topics like ESG are evolving within it, and the need for greater public awareness of valuers’ contributions to the economy.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• The critical role of valuations in the allocation of financial resources within the economy
• The importance of consistency and trust in the valuation process
• Evolving considerations of risk factors in the valuation process, and how they inform decisions
• The growing significance of ESG and sustainability considerations in valuations, and challenges of accurately assessing the impact on asset values
• The need to increase public awareness and appreciation of the valuation profession and its role in the wider economy

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/
Nick Knight: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-knight-77277064/
John Clark: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnclarkproperty/
Paul Richards: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-richards-a6708615/

Surveying is a rich profession with a long-spanning, illustrious history that stretches back to medieval times, and it’s a key area of focus for Professor Carl Chinn MBE.

This special episode of The RICS Podcast delves into the roots of the profession, as Professor Chinn MBE shares with Suki Bell FRICS his findings on how surveying has evolved across generations, and the key figures who’ve influenced the industry as we know it today.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• The historical origins of surveying, tracing back to early medieval land surveys
• The evolution of surveying techniques and tools, notably the use of plane tables and the role of engravers in creating maps
• The professionalisation and diversification of surveying in the 18th and 19th centuries
• The pioneering contributions of female surveyors like Irene Martin and Evelyn Perry

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:
https://www.rics.org/uk/
Suki Bell FRICS
https://www.linkedin.com/in/suki-bell-frics-chair-of-the-rics-lpa-birmingham-44695620/
Professor Carl Chinn MBE
https://www.linkedin.com/in/prof-carl-chinn-mbe-7577441b4/

Work experience forms a vital part of many aspiring surveyors’ early career, and this episode of The RICS Podcast focuses on how to find, and make the most of, work experience opportunities.

Toby Stewart is a student member of RICS and student at the University of Aberdeen, and he’s joined by RICS candidate Danny Waters, and members Norman Hutchison FRICS and Fiona Stoddard MRICS to discuss the skills that students bring to firms, strategies for seeking placements, and how to balance academic commitments with work obligations.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• Where students can find more information on work experience opportunities
• Tips for students preparing for work experience
• Managing a healthy employer-student relationship
• Balancing academic commitments with work experience opportunities

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/
Toby Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tobydstewart/
Danny Waters:https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannywaterstpi/
Fiona Stoddard MRICS: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fiona-stoddard-393141105/
Norman Hutchison FRICS: https://www.linkedin.com/in/norman-hutchison-a0244219/

Welcome to the 2025 opening episode of The RICS Podcast, where former RICS President Amanda Clack FRICS discusses the aspirations for the coming year with incoming President, Justin Sullivan FRICS.

We hear what Justin hopes to prioritise over the course of his presidency, consider how the profession continues to evolve as it always has, and share how important every member of RICS is in bringing about change.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• RICS' long and distinguished history as a global professional body focused on upholding standards and serving the public interest.
• The evolution of the surveying profession, from its beginnings in 1868 to the diverse specialisations of today
• The importance of RICS' global reach, standards, and ethics in maintaining its position as a leader in the built environment
• Engaging and supporting the next generation of surveyors
• The importance of maintaining trust and professional standards 

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:
https://www.rics.org/uk/
Justin Sullivan FRICS
https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinsullivan1/
Amanda Clack FRICS
https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-clack-4187471/