Gary Naylor will step into new role in September 

Riverside has appointed Gary Naylor as managing director of its Scottish subsidiary.

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Source: Riverside Scotland

Gary Naylor will step up as managing director of Riverside Scotland on 8 September

Naylor most recently served as chief executive of Glasgow-based Thenue Housing and has held senior roles at Peaks & Plains Housing Trust, Irwell Valley Housing Association, and Wigan & Leigh Housing.

Jim Strang, chair of Riverside Scotland, said: “We’re absolutely delighted to welcome Gary as our new managing director. His experience, leadership and passion for tenant-focused services make him a perfect fit for Riverside Scotland. The Board and I look forward to working with Gary as we continue to grow and evolve.”

He will begin his new role at the 2,400-home subsidiary on 8 September, succeeding Diana MacLean, who has stepped down after four years in the position.

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Naylor said: “I’m thrilled to be joining Riverside Scotland and the wider Riverside Group. I’ve long admired Riverside’s commitment to delivering high-quality housing and support services, and I look forward to working with the team to build on the strong foundation Diana has built over the past four years.

“This is a pivotal time for housing in Scotland, and I’m particularly excited about the opportunity to highlight and advance priorities that matter most to our communities here.”

Riverside Scotland provides social housing across North Ayrshire, East Ayrshire, Dumfries, Galloway and South Ayrshire.