Daniel Mayes

Chief Executive Officer @Church Development Agency Limited

Gloucester, GB

Strategic and driven CEO leading the recently established Church Development Agency (CDA) in its mission to empower dioceses with the capacity and expertise to develop housing projects. Instrumental in launching and directing a three-year pilot programme across the West Midlands (funded by the Oak Foundation) focused on delivering more and better truly affordable social housing on Church land, fostering sustainable communities, and proving the CDA model\'s viability for broader Church application nationally. Key responsibilities include serving as the primary delivery partner for the Church Housing Association (CHA) and unlocking housing development opportunities on Church land in Gloucester to support ministry and mission funding. Proven ability to navigate complex stakeholder relationships and drive impactful, mission-aligned development initiatives within a short operational timeframe.