Who we are

David is an industry veteran having started his career as a trainee surveyor in Kent in 1979. LinkedIn profile  https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-newnes-6882945b/?originalSubdomain=uk

Matthew is an estate agent through and through. His career started under the Your Move brand over 25 years ago and he has spent his entire estate agency career to date working with the Your Move & Reeds Rains brands. His journey started as a trainee negotiator in Nottingham back in the late 90’s and he has done all the job roles within agency you would expect along the way. The experience of so many varied job roles in so many different locations over two decades has given Matthew a very detailed understanding of what all the staff within NHM do and what good looks like, both from the teams and from the customer perspective.

In 2019 Matthew and David opened NHM, originally as a 39-office franchised business taking on Your Move and Reeds Rains branches from LSL where he was one of the Directors. In the years since NHM opened, he has continued to steer the business day to day operationally and is enjoying watching the company continue to grow, both organically as well as through acquisitions.

Out of work, Matt is very much a family man who treasures time with those around him.  He is passionate about Formula 1 and he loves the odd game of golf although you might never know it watching him play.

With over 30 years of experience in the New Homes sector, Shaun started his journey as an Estate Agent in London before becoming a key member of LSL’s Land & New Homes division over 15 years ago, taking the role of MD in 2014 before transitioning to LSL’s largest franchise, National Home Move, in 2025.  During his time as MD at LSL, he played a key role in navigating through the various market fluctuations and challenges. Shaun’s industry knowledge, customer-centric approach and collaborative spirit have been instrumental in driving growth and success for a wide range of developer clients.

Shaun has specialised in the sale of Land, New Homes, Shared Ownership, Part Exchange and Assisted Move programmes together with Build to Rent. Shaun has amassed a deep knowledge of the sector and is well known and highly respected within the industry.  Shaun is a member of the National Association of Estate Agents.

Beyond his professional life, his family is his priority.  He actively supports his three children in their educational and career pursuits. On weekends, you’ll find him  immersed in football— watching his beloved Manchester United, coaching his son’s team and helping him navigate his own football journey.

Andrew is a property professional with 35 years in the industry. He has had experience in all parts of the estate agency sector with the latter 17 years spent specialising in new homes & land. He has been able to operate successfully in the varying cycles of the property market over the years by relying on experience, reacting to what is needed and building relationships based on trust and results. He is a member of the National Association of Estate Agents. Out of work he enjoys time with his grown-up family, supporting them in their many interests as well as watching his team Everton – which he describes as being a “challenge” most weeks.
Andrew is the Area Sales Director covering the North- West and West Midlands areas.

Area Sales Director – Land & New Homes
East Midlands, Yorkshire and the Humber, and the North East
Emma Stainthorpe is an accomplished Area Sales Director for Land & New Homes, leading strategy and performance across the East Midlands, Yorkshire and the Humber, and the North East. With 23 years of experience in estate agency, she began her career at Your Move and has progressed through a range of roles before moving into senior leadership within LSL’s Land & New Homes division.
Emma specialises in shared ownership sales, new homes strategy, pricing, and on-site staffing. She works closely with developers, housing associations, and landowners to deliver tailored sales solutions that drive value and efficiency. Her hands-on leadership, commercial insight, and deep market knowledge make her a trusted partner in the new homes sector.
Outside of work, Emma is very much a family person. Weekends are often spent on the sidelines cheering on her daughter’s local football team, alongside her husband. A dedicated animal lover, she also enjoys time at home with her two Labradors.

Mat is the Area Sales Director for the Southern region, utilising his 20+ years of experience in residential new homes sales, marketing and consultancy and has held previous senior roles within the residential new homes teams at JLL and Savills.

With comprehensive ‘hands-on’ experience in the residential real estate and new homes sector, Mat is a senior sales and marketing leader drawn to high growth and scaling environments, driving sales and profitability in a competitive landscape. Located in the South-East of England, he understands the real estate industry around this area and has worked closely with a wide range of SME’s and larger developers / housebuilders.

Mat is a family man and has two young children who keep him very busy out of work. He can also be found supporting his team, Swindon Town FC – usually through gritted teeth and head in hands..!