Young Planners Cymru Steering Group

Imogen is a Graduate Planner working across Boyer’s Bristol and Cardiff offices having joined Boyer in February 2019 and supports the offices on a variety of projects. Imogen graduated in July 2020 with an undergraduate degree in Urban Planning and Development from Cardiff University where she undertook a yearlong placement at a housebuilder in the south East of England. Imogen also works on the LRG Land Team where she identifies land opportunities, including the disposal and acquisition of development sites.

Sarah is a Land and Planning Assistant at Pobl Homes. Sarah’s experience to date has largely focused on forward land planning. She is particularly interested in the creativity surrounding strategic projects and the placemaking and active travel planning policy approach in Wales.

Sarah has an MSc from Cardiff University in Spatial Planning and Development.

In addition to being Vice Chair for Young Planners Cymru for the second year running, Sarah is also a Licentiate Representative on the RTPI Cymru Executive Committee.

Rhys is a Planner at LRM Planning. Rhys completed his studies for a Spatial Planning and Development MSc degree at Cardiff University, whilst working part-time at LRM. Prior to joining LRM, Rhys graduated from Cardiff University with a BSc Geography (Human) degree. Rhys’ work consists of site appraisals, assisting in the pre-application consultation process and preparing supporting documents for residential planning applications, with the majority of which are on behalf of the Housing Associations in Wales.

Abbie is a Planner currently working at Lichfields in Cardiff and has been involved in a range of projects across Wales and England. She is a Licentiate member of the RTPI and is in the process of working towards chartership. Abbie completed her BSc in City and Regional Planning and MSc in Urban and Regional Development at Cardiff University. Abbie is a photography and travel enthusiast.

Annamaria works as a planner at Geraint John Planning. Since completing her BSc in City and Regional Planning at Cardiff University, she is looking forward to completing her MSc in Urban and Regional Development this year, also undertaken at Cardiff University and begin the process towards being Chartered. During her spare time, Annamaria enjoys yoga, reading and trying every dance class available at her gym!

Annabelle is a graduate planner working across Boyer’s Cardiff and Bristol offices. Prior to joining Boyer, Annabelle recently completed her Bsc Human Geography and Planning Undergraduate Degree at Cardiff University, through which she completed a 14-month placement working in Development Management at a Local Authority in London.

Clodagh joined Boyer in January 2020 as a Graduate Planner for the Cardiff and Bristol offices. She assists the team with the submission of immediate applications, as well as commercial projects and larger-scale residential schemes. Clodagh has recently helped with the preparation of Environmental Impact Assessments to support strategic housing developments in Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire and South Wales. Clodagh has an MSc degree in Spatial Planning and Development from Cardiff University and worked part-time at a planning consultancy whilst completing her dissertation.

Nia is a Graduate Planner with KEW Planning following an intern placement with KEW Planning through Cardiff University. Nia recently completed a MSc in Spatial Planning and Development, in which she received a Distinction. 

During her studies, Nia volunteered for Planning Aid Wales and worked part-time for Urban Intelligence, a data-driven company that uses technology to identify development opportunities. Her experience in both included conducting thorough research, writing marketing material, and maintaining strong relationships with external agencies. Nia is a Licentiate member of the RTPI and remains a volunteer at Planning Aid Wales.

Emmeline is a Planner at Arup in Cardiff and is a chartered member of the RTPI. In her role at Arup, Emmeline works on a broad range of projects related to strategic policymaking and infrastructure consenting. She completed her MSc in International Planning and Development at Cardiff University and also holds an undergraduate degree in International Relations with Spanish from the University of Birmingham. Outside of work, Emmeline enjoys travelling to new places (particularly to keep up with her Spanish and French!) and is an avid reader.

Emmeline was named Welsh Young Planner of the Year 2020.

Dafydd is a Transport Planner currently working for Vectos in Cardiff. He started working in September 2017 and his day to day role consists of the production of Transport Assessments, Transport Statements and Travel Plans. This has included a wide range of land uses including residential, commercial, education, leisure and distribution. Dafydd is also a part of the Road Safety Audit Team and assists with the production of Road Safety Audits as a Team Member. He has a BSc (Hons) in Geography (Human) and Planning and outside of work Dafydd enjoys running and is currently training towards his first marathon.

Lewis is a Graduate Planner in Boyer’s Cardiff/Bristol office. Lewis joined Boyer in May 2021 and helps to support the Cardiff/Bristol team. Lewis is involved in a number of commercial and residential projects in different locations. Lewis has gained experience in the public sector, gaining an understanding of the importance of having a sustainable, carbon neutral organisation and has worked on a number of commercial developments since joining Boyer.

Abi is an Assistant Planner with LRM. After worked for LRM briefly on a part-time basis in 2020, before completing her undergraduate degree in Urban Planning and Development at Cardiff University where she achieved an award for academic performance in her final year, before returning to LRM on a full-time basis this year.