Independent Woman of the Year

We are very proud to share that Advance Chief Executive, Julie Layton won the 'Independent woman of the year' award at the Inside Housing Housing 2025 Women In Housing awards last night.
The award asked for nominees who could demonstrate that they support and inspire colleagues, transform the lives of customers and their families and champion housing.
Julie said: “I’m delighted to have won this award in my 25th year of working with Advance. It is a real privilege to lead an organisation that is making such a difference to people’s lives and a pleasure to work with such great customers and colleagues.”
In selecting Julie as the winner, the judges said: “What an impact – dedicating 25 years of her career to a vital area of the housing sector and making a real difference to people’s lives. Excellent passion and commitment”
We couldn’t agree more!
As we celebrate 50 years of Advance and Julie reaches the milestone of 25 years at Advance, the award couldn’t have come at a more perfect time.
Congratulations Julie!