Entries were judged on property portfolio, financial success and personal achievement.
Journalist and broadcaster Katie Derham hosted this year’s awards, which took place after the NLA National Conference on 31st October at the Chesford Grange Hotel, Warwickshire.
The judges commented that even from a particularly strong regional category, Yvonne displayed an impressive can-do attitude in the face of adversity, turning around a failing business and building up a portfolio worth millions of pounds after her company pension was mismanaged and spent.
Carolyn Uphill said: “The judges felt that as NLA Property Woman of the Year, Yvonne stood out as she risked her own security for the benefit of others. We were particularly impressed by the fact she started her own business as no others would meet her high standards and her hard work and tenacity in the face of adversity after losing financial security.”
Eddie Hooker, Chief Executive Officer at Hamilton Fraser Insurance and sponsor of the NLA Property Woman of the Year 2012, said: “It is no secret that landlords receive a relatively bad press or, at around 35%, women are still in the minority, but the NLA works tirelessly to inform change both the industry and its perception for the better.
The Property Woman Awards is just one way which the NLA demonstrates its commitment to encouraging and celebration of good practice, and Yvonne Hall is a fantastic winner for 2012 and an inspirational example for us all.”
