The London Legacy Development Corporation has appointed Darren Parker as Executive Director of Development.

Darren, who is currently Director of Regeneration and Development at L&Q Group, has 20 years of experience in urban development, investment and housing delivery and a track record of delivering award-winning schemes, recognised for their design quality and partnership working.

Shazia Hussain, Chief Executive of LLDC, said she was pleased to welcome such an experienced professional to the organisation: “Throughout the recruitment process, Darren’s passion for how good design, regeneration and community engagement can enhance places and the quality of life for residents was clear, and we are thrilled to welcome him to the team.”

Darren Parker said: “I was particularly drawn to this role given the success of the LLDC in creating new communities in and around Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, its commitment to design quality and sustainability, and as an organisation with a wider social purpose at its core.

“There is a real opportunity to take this to the next level with the fantastic development team at the LLDC as a global leader in regeneration and inclusive growth. I can’t wait to get started.”

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