South Lakes Housing announces appointment of a new Chief Executive, Pam Mastrantonio.

We are pleased to announce that Pam Mastrantonio has been appointed as South Lakes Housing’s new Chief Executive, following the announcement of Cath Purdy’s retirement plans.

Pam was selected after a rigorous selection process involving members of the South Lakes Housing Board and a Stakeholder Panel of colleagues and customer representatives. She showcased her passion for the sector and alignment with South Lakes Housing’s values and commitment to quality customer service.

Pam joins us from Housing 21, where she served as Managing Director of Retirement Living. She brings extensive experience in various housing roles, including general needs, supported, and older person housing. Pam is dedicated to resident engagement and supporting healthy tenancies.

Ian Munro, Chair of South Lakes Housing Board, stated: “Whilst it was always going to be hard replacing the excellent Chief Executive we have had in Cath Purdy, I think we have been very fortunate in finding Pam to lead SLH.

South Lakes Housing is proud of the work we do in maintaining our homes, building new ones and supporting our communities and Pam will be the right person to take us onto our next stage.”

Pam Mastrantonio said, “I am delighted to join such an amazing organisation as South Lakes Housing. I am looking forward to working alongside our customers, team and Board to build on the fantastic work South Lakes do in providing quality homes and services for customers and supporting communities to grow.”

Cath Purdy Headshot

Cath Purdy, Chief Executive of South Lakes Housing

Cath Purdy, outgoing Chief Executive, commented: “Pam’s appointment ensures that South Lakes Housing will be well managed following my departure. Her experience, expertise, and commitment to customers makes Pam an ideal candidate for this role, and I hope she enjoys it as much as I have these past 10 years. As my tenure concludes, I am looking forward to the impact Pam will have in continuing our progress in providing affordable, quality homes where people can thrive.”

Pam will join South Lakes Housing in August.