Bron Afon has a new CEO 

Catherine Love has officially started her new role as CEO at Bron Afon. 

She joined Bron Afon in 2019 as Director of Customer Experience and became Executive Director of Operations and Deputy Chief Executive in 2023. Her appointment follows the retirement of the previous chief executive, Alan Brunt. Catherine has experience in housing, customer experience, marketing and communications, including more than a decade in senior leadership. 

Catherine Love said:  

“It is an honour to be appointed Chief Executive of Bron Afon at this exciting time.  Our organisation was created by the community for the community, and that spirit still drives everything we do. 

“I am grateful to Alan Brunt for being a great support to me. We’ve worked well together over the last six years, and I’ve learned a lot from him. I’d like to wish Alan the very best on his retirement. 

“My focus is to deliver our ambition to build new homes and excellent services for our customers. I am excited to continue to work with Bron Afon’s fantastic teams and partners to strengthen customer trust and ensure the voices of the people we serve shape the decisions we make every day.  I am committed to making a real difference to people’s lives and helping communities thrive”.  

Craig Nowell, Chair of Bron Afon’s Board, said: “I’m delighted to welcome Catherine into her new role as CEO at Bron Afon.  

“Catherine has shown innovative and thoughtful leadership since joining Bron Afon in 2019. Her focus is on what matters most, our customers and communities. Catherine’s passion for, and knowledge of the Welsh housing sector, our customers and communities, gives the Board confidence that she can build on Bron Afon’s success and provide the necessary transformation leadership to focus on and deliver our ambitions.” 

“Catherine’s appointment is a moment of real pride for us all. It speaks to the strength of talent we grow from within and to the trust we place in our leadership to deliver for our customers and colleagues. I know Catherine will be key in delivering Bron Afon’s plans to improve customer experience, strengthen communities, and build a positive culture across the organisation.”