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Bargate has held its very first company-wide Strategy Day recently, bringing together the full management team for a day of updates, ambition, and plenty of fun.
Hosted at the Chilworth Manor Hotel, the day featured departmental presentations from all directors, sharing insights on recent achievements – including the highest number of homes delivered in Bargate’s history, entering into our 20th year and a complete brand relaunch with new-look website – team updates, and a forward look into the year ahead with clear goals and targets set.
The entire leadership team – Mark White, Steve Birch, Rachel Davies, Matt Prout, Mike Sneddon, Mick Hanson, Andrew French, Tom Evans, Lisa Green, and Out There HR – took to the stage to offer transparency, clarity, and motivation as Bargate sets its sights on the new financial year. The energy in the room was high, and so were the expectations!
After a well-earned lunch, teams headed into Southampton for a fiercely competitive and entertaining treasure hunt, finishing the day with collaboration and a good laugh.
Reflecting on the day, Managing Director Mark White said: “This was an important moment for Bargate. As we grow, it’s vital we stay connected as a team and keep everyone aligned. The openness, energy, and ambition on display made it a standout day and I want to thank absolutely everyone at Bargate for their hard work.
“Despite a tough market, we’ve delivered 250 homes – our highest ever – while maintaining our high standards with a five-star rating in the Home Builders Federation (HBF) Customer Satisfaction Survey. That’s a huge achievement and a credit to the dedication of the whole team.
“What’s more, with live planning applications representing a gross development value of around £460 million, we’re in a strong position. This Strategy Day was the perfect opportunity to celebrate how far we’ve come – and set our sights firmly on what’s next.”
The event was such a success, Bargate has confirmed the Strategy Day will now become an annual fixture in the calendar.
