Potter Space

The Team

The team

We believe it’s the team behind Potter Space that make ours so different to most other business parks. We are a small group of people with a strong desire to succeed as a team so that we can ensure that our customers are always our number one priority.

At every level we believe in the principle of being one team with different goals but one overall objective in mind – success now and in the future. That’s why we’re hard-wired to listen, learn and react to our customers' requirements and to do all we can to make them happen.

This may take a little time but we see it as time well spent and which will pay dividends for us both in the long term. Without our customers, we wouldn’t be here, so we invest in the right people who make the difference.

Our people

Richard Bousfield

Property Director

Richard Bousfield

Richard has over 26 years’ experience in commercial property, specialising in investment and asset management. He brings a new skill set to help drive the investment and development portfolio, through third party investment and joint ventures. Richard has an enviable track record of generating market-leading returns through proactive management. Richard will work closely with Jason and the leadership team to deliver the next stage of growth.

Esme Briggs

Asset Manager

Esme Briggs

Esme arrived at Potter Space to strengthen our Asset management Team. With experience in property and asset management, including landlord and tenant, lease renewals, rent reviews and all other estate matters. Esme plays a key role in ensuring that Potter Space continues to offer exceptional customer service.

Chris Collins

Head of Asset Management

Chris Collins

Chris has over 13 years' experience of asset management working for leading property owners in the North of England. Together with Rob Barker, he will be delivering added value asset management to the estate and its customers. He will also be working on the strategy of the estates as we move through the next stage of expansion.

Glennys Conlon

Estates Manager

Glennys Conlon

Glennys joined the team in May 2020 as estates manager. She will ensure the facilitates and utilities that service the Potter Space business parks are maintained and they are safe, secure and efficient for all of our customers. By working closely with our customers, Glennys will also handle any issues which may arise.

Alex Dalton

Finance Manager

Alex Dalton

Alex joined the finance team in 2023, ensuring the team is supporting business growth through efficient and effective finance processes. Alex initially trained at one of the Big Four accounting firms where she gained her ACA qualification, enabling her to ensure ongoing compliance and development of internal reporting.  

Richard Dearden

Head of Marketing

Richard Dearden

Richard joined Potter Space in 2023 to lead the marketing activity. Having worked across many sectors including Utilities, Legal and Finance, he brings a wealth of experience with him. As Head of Marketing, Richard will drive forward the Potter Space brand to support our growth. 

Judith Ellis

Buyer

Judith Ellis

Judith joined our accounts department in April 2021 supporting the accounts team and assisting the business in the procurement process. Judith now manages the procurement for the construction and enhancement projects across our business parks.

Harriet Harding

Management Accountant

Harriet Harding

Harriet joined Potter Space in 2021 and will support the finance team with the day-to-day running of the department. As Management Accountant, she will focus on the Sales Ledger and Management Accounts.

Gill Hodgkin

Contract Administrator

Gill Hodgkin

Gill joined the team in December 2023 as Contract Administrator and supports the Head of Construction and Quantity Surveyor. Gill brings with her, years of knowledge from her background in Project Management and Operational Risk

Russell Lloyd

Head of Finance

Russell Lloyd

Russell joined Potter Space in March 2023 to lead the finance team bringing experience of working in the Construction, M&E and Warehousing sector having initially trained in a Leading Accountancy Practice. Together with Jason and Rob – Russell will help take the business through its exciting next stage of growth and development. 

Hamish Minshull

Quantity Surveyor

Hamish Minshull

Hamish joined us as a quantity surveyor in October 2021, and provides commercial support to the in-house construction team, including production estimates. Hamish also works closely with subcontractors to ensure products are efficiently costed and thoroughly managed.

Olivia Nelson

Administrator

Olivia Nelson

Olivia joined Potter Space in 2023 to act as the point of contact for internal and external clients. She liaises with executive and senior managers to handle requests and queries, alongside arranging travel/accommodation/meetings and is currently undertaking a PA and higher administrative qualification. 

Louis O'Conner

Finance Assistant

Louis O'Conner

Louis joined the finance team in June 2023 to assist with the invoicing, statements and payment run side of the business. He is currently working through his accounting course outside of work in order to gain qualifications to go alongside his current role. 

Hernando Ortega

Marketing Executive

Hernando Ortega

Hernando joined the marketing team in September 2024, supporting marketing communications activities. He has several years of experience in the Legal, Tech and Energy industries and plays a key role in bringing value to Potter Space's brand.

Derrick Potter

Chairman

Derrick Potter

Derrick founded the business over 50 years ago and today continues to have an active role as Chair for Potter Space providing leadership of the Board.  

Margaret Potter

Director

Margaret Potter

Together with her husband Derrick, Margaret has supported the growth of the business over the decades and supports the team at Potter Space in achieving their overall strategic direction.

Jason Rockett

Managing Director

Jason Rockett

Jason joined the Potter Space team in September 2020 and brings a wealth of property experience, having operated at a high level within the sector for more than 25 years. Together with the rest of the team, Jason will be taking Potter Space into its next exciting stage of growth and expansion.

John Royle

Head of Construction

John Royle

John joined Potter Space in January 2021 and comes with a wealth of construction experience. Together with Jenna, John will oversee expansion projects across our 250-acre estate and will be responsible for all elements of construction, from design through to practical completion.

Jenna Strover

Head of Commercial Delivery

Jenna Strover

Jenna joined Potter Space in February 2019 and has more than fifteen years’ experience of project management and surveying and has worked across both private and public sector clients. At Potter Space, she is responsible for the delivery of new buildings and infrastructure as we continue to invest and grow the business.

Kathryn Simpson

Executive Assistant

Kathryn Simpson

Kathryn joined Potter Space in 2023 as Executive Assistant to Jason Rockett.  With over 20 years’ experience of providing business administration support at a senior level, Kathryn will support Jason and the wider leadership team on a day-to-day basis whilst also supporting the Marketing, Events & HR functions.