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Planning After Dark

Planning After Dark is the bold and insightful podcast where three Commissioners of the Radix Big Tent Housing Commission (Alex Notay, Catriona Riddell, and Jackie Sadek) shine a light on the industry’s biggest challenges, trends, and, yes, even a bit of behind-the-scenes gossip.

Alex Notay is an expert in housing, placemaking, and ESG with 20 years of global advisory and investment experience. She chairs the Radix Big Tent Housing Commission and previously led Placemaking and Investment at Thriving Investments. Alex is a published author, award-winning leader, and government advisor on real estate and sustainability.

Catriona Riddell is a chartered town planner with over 30 years of experience. As Director of Catriona Riddell & Associates, she focusses on strategic planning and governance. She is a national Strategic Planning Specialist, Vice Chair of the TCPA, and has received multiple awards for her contributions to planning.

Jackie Sadek has 40 years of experience in urban regeneration, specialising in public-private partnerships. She has held several senior roles, including Head of Regeneration at CBRE. Jackie led a 1,500-home garden community project in the South Midlands, co-authored Broken Homes, and is Chair of the UK Innovation Partnership and EG Public Sector Forum.