Grŵp Cynefin appoints a Chief Executive

Grŵp Cynefin, one of north Wales’s leading housing associations, has appointed Melville Evans as its new Chief Executive.

Mel has been Interim Chief Executive at the landlord, which owns and manages around 4,600 homes across north Wales and Powys, for the past 12 months.

Previously Director of Innovation and Growth for Grŵp Cynefin, Mel Evans joined the group in 2021 from Clwyd Alyn where he was a Development Project Manager. He has previously worked for Flintshire County Council, Tai Clwyd and Tai Eryri.

Tim Jones, Chair of Grŵp Cynefin’s Board of Management says:

“We are very pleased to confirm Mel as our permanent Chief Executive. His experience in housing is undisputed and his passion for serving the community is evident.

“The housing landscape is challenging and ever-changing and I have no doubt that Mel will continue to lead Grŵp Cynefin in its vision to make a positive difference to lives and communities, putting our tenants, customers and staff first in everything we do.

“Together with Grŵp Cynefin’s dedicated staff and board members, I’m confident that Mel as Chief Executive will continue to drive forward our innovative approach to housing and community development, our commitment to providing high-quality, low-carbon housing and support services to the communities we serve.”

For further information, please contact Mari Williams, Communications and Marketing Manager, Grŵp Cynefin mari.williams@grwpcynefin.org