Community-controlled housing associations and co-operatives (CCHAs) own around 85,000 houses in communities throughout the west of Scotland.
GWSF members have major purchasing power throughout the region, whether this relates to managing and investing in their housing stock or running their organisations.
The new GWSF Commercial Supporters Scheme is open to businesses that are looking to promote their services and products to our members.
We can offer a range of benefits and opportunities including:
- Your own space on the GWSF website where you can promote your business to our members
- The chance to take part in other promotional activities such as sponsorship, and FREE exhibiting at our annual conference.
Commercial Supporters directory
Aareon UK
Aareon UK is a trusted technology partner to the UK social housing sector, offering a connected ecosystem of housing management software. Our solutions support efficient property management, automated maintenance, and enhanced tenant engagement. With a growing portfolio of SaaS and AI-enhanced tools, we empower housing providers to optimise resources, improve service delivery, and achieve strategic goals. We are more than just a software supplier; we work closely with organisations to accelerate digital transformation and build a better future for housing.
Contact Name: Scott Drever
Email: scott.drever@aareon.com
Website: www.aareon.co.uk
Altair Ltd
Altair Ltd is a leading consultancy, dedicated to providing best-in-class advisory, delivery and digital services that add real value to our clients in socially focused sectors. We empower organisations to build better futures by providing high quality expert advice, innovative solutions and strategic guidance that drives excellence and creates a lasting impact and value for communities.
Our services include:
- Assets
- Community Impact
- Corporate Finance and Treasury
- Development and Regeneration
- Development Viability
- Digital, Data and Technology
- Governance and Regulation
- People and Recruitment
- Procurement Services
- Research and Insight
- Transformation and Change
- International
Contact details: altair@altairltd.co.uk
Website: www.altairltd.co.uk
CAF Bank
CAF Bank and CAF Financial Solutions Limited (CFSL) are subsidiaries of the Charities Aid Foundation (CAF). Together, we work to accelerate progress in society towards a fair and sustainable future for all. Everything we do at CAF is designed to help those in need, so we share the values at the heart of your organisation.
CAF Bank secured loans and financial support are helping Scottish housing associations and housing providers to support more people find an affordable home.
CAF Bank also provide Green Loans, designed to help providers finance projects that contribute to sustainable and environmental goals, such as through developing energy-efficient buildings, retrofitting existing homes or implementing sustainable energy systems.
CFSL’s Charity Deposit Platform, in partnership with Flagstone, provides access to more than 90 savings accounts from over 20 banks and building societies – all through a single, secure online account. It is a simple way to spread risk, improve returns, and save valuable time on administration.
Main Contact: Fraser McKay
Email: fmckay@cafonline.org
Website: https://www.cafonline.org/home/caf-bank/secured-loans/social-housing
City Building Glasgow
Contact Name: Lesley Quinn
Email: Lesley.Quinn@glasgow.gov.uk
Website: https://www.citybuildingglasgow.co.uk
City Building continues to excel in the delivery of Scotland’s market leading customer focused repairs and maintenance service. We are proud to offer reliability and professional care that is delivered to a standard of excellence, enabling better lifestyles and improved homes for our customers.
Our approach to the delivery of repairs and maintenance is simple and underpinned by 5 key aims:
Community focused repair services and a “can do” approach
Exemplar levels of technical standards.
Modern lifestyle aligned services
Sustainable operating model combined with community initiatives
Empowering and enabling our staff with a “right can do first time” approach
If you would like more information on our products and services please contact City Building on
Tel: 0141 287 2200, email: marketing@citybuildingglasgow.co.uk
or visit www.citybuildingglasgow.co.uk
FMD Financial Services
Contact Name: Fettes Mcdonald
Email: info@fmdfinance.co.uk
Website: https://www.fmdfinance.co.uk
We have been providing financial management services to housing clients since 1991, we are committed to the ethos of the voluntary housing movement and to providing a high quality service to our clients who all operate within the not for profit sector.
FMD are not a firm of accountants who work with all sectors carrying out all roles. Every day of our working lives is invested in providing a specialist financial management service to Housing Associations.
Proptimo
Proptimo is an end-to-end software platform for factoring and housing management teams, helping organisations bring finance, operations, communication and reporting together in one place.
Built around the day-to-day needs of the sector, Proptimo supports organisations looking to reduce manual processes, improve visibility across teams, and strengthen the way key services are delivered. From core accounting and operational workflows to customer communication, contractor coordination and reporting, the platform is designed to help teams work more efficiently and with greater confidence.
For housing associations delivering factoring services, Proptimo provides a more connected way to manage the operational detail behind those services. That means clearer oversight, more consistent processes, and better access to the information teams need across departments.
Powered by CPL Software, Proptimo is backed by a team with deep experience in property factoring software. Since 2010, the business has supported the management of more than 450,000 units and continues to work closely with organisations to deliver practical, sector-specific solutions.
If you would like to find out more about how Proptimo could support your organisation, please get in touch.
Contact Name: Thomas Beswick
Website: https://proptimo.co.uk/sco
Email: Thomas.beswick@cplsoftware.com
TC Young Solicitors
Contact Name: Kirsty Nairn
Email: kmn@tcyoung.co.uk
Website: https://www.tcyoung.co.uk
We have grown alongside the social housing movement in Scotland and have gained an unparalleled understanding of the sector and its challenges. We represent over two thirds of housing organisations in Scotland. Our experience gives us a distinct advantage in working with key housing providers as social housing and community regeneration moves on to the next level. More than half of our staff are dedicated to social housing matters which gives us real strength in depth.
Our firm has gathered together an experienced team specialising in the delivery of general legal work to the Scottish social housing sector. Every member of our team has extensive expertise in working for registered social landlords and a deep understanding of the particular requirements of the sector.
Zurich Municipal
Email: info@zurichmunicipal.com
Website: https://newsandviews.zurich.co.uk
Zurich Municipal is one of the leading providers of risk and insurance solutions to registered providers of social housing. We are committed to helping you manage the risks you face while supporting your efforts to make the communities you serve even better places to live.
Why choose Zurich Municipal?
• Direct dealing insurer with over 20 years experience in supporting the housing sector.
• Risk expertise – we help customers identify the potential risks and provide guidance to help them eliminate or reduce these risks.
• Quality claims service – our claims service will see your claim through from start to finish minimising any disruption.