GP 43: Regeneration Needs Trust: Partnerships with Kat Hanna of Avison Young

In this new episode of the Grow Places Podcast, we explore one of the most critical but often overlooked elements of successful regeneration: trust.

Kat Hanna, Co-Managing Director (London) at Avison Young, joins us to talk about her journey from public policy into real estate, and how meaningful partnerships—rooted in trust—are essential for delivering real, long-term change in our towns and cities.

🎯 We cover:

• How regeneration strategies must evolve beyond physical design
• The role of inclusive thinking and authentic engagement
• What public and private sector actors can learn from each other
• Why building trust early is key to sustainable urban transformation

💬 “Regeneration can’t be delivered without trust—it’s not just strategy, it’s the foundation.” – Kat Hanna