News & Updates Welcome back Gemma! We’re really pleased to welcome Gemma Dimmock back to Black Cat as a Business Rates Surveyor! Gemma first joined us in 2021 as part of our office team before gaining valuable experience at CBRE. She now returns to the business in a professional surveying capacity, having assisted on a range of shopping centres, outlet malls and retail portfolios, and is currently undertaking her IRRV qualification to further strengthen her knowledge in business rates. With the 2026 Revaluation on the horizon, Gemma will be supporting clients across a range of commercial property sectors – providing practical, straightforward advice and helping them prepare for what lies ahead in an evolving rating landscape. It’s great to have her back on the team! Latest News… All Posts Blog Insight News Podcast Team News Team News Welcome back Gemma! February 25, 2026 News Business Rates Review February 20, 2026 Team News Welcome Concetta! February 19, 2026

News & Updates Welcome Concetta! We’re delighted to welcome Concetta Russell to the Black Cat Rating Team! A Chartered Surveyor (MRICS) with over 18 years’ experience at the Valuation Office, Concetta brings deep technical expertise in Rating across offices, industrial and retail assets, alongside a strong command of legislation and valuation principles. She also offers valuable private sector experience, having advised a wide range of owners and occupiers including: Evolve, Martin Group, TK Maxx, Ecco Shoes, Swatch and Watches of Switzerland. With her blend of public and private sector insight, Concetta strengthens our ability to deliver clear, confident and commercially focused advice for our clients. Latest News… All Posts Blog Insight News Podcast Team News Team News Welcome Concetta! February 19, 2026 News Sneak peak at our new HQ February 6, 2026 Team News Welcome Aidan! January 27, 2026

News & Updates Welcome Aidan! We’re pleased to welcome Aidan Brankin to the team! ????‍⬛ Aidan is a Chartered Building Surveyor with over seven years’ experience across Ireland and the UK, working with owners, investors and developers. At Black Cat Building Consultancy he’ll be delivering a broad range of services including Project Management, Contract Administration, Technical Due Diligence and Dilapidations. With experience managing project costs and contracts from initial concept through to completion, Aidan brings strong commercial awareness and a balanced approach to cost, quality and delivery to our growing team in Ireland. Outside of work, Aidan spends any free moment on the golf course. ???? Welcome to the team, Aidan! Latest News… All Posts Blog Insight News Podcast Team News Team News Welcome Aidan! January 27, 2026 Team News Welcome Paul Crowe! January 20, 2026 Team News Welcome Rich Brook! January 15, 2026

News & Updates Welcome Paul Crowe! Welcoming Paul Crowe to the Black Cat Building Consultancy team! ????‍⬛ Paul is a Chartered Surveyor with over 20 years’ experience in Project Management and Building Surveying, supporting investors, developers and occupiers to optimise asset value across their portfolios. He advises on acquisition-stage technical due diligence, capex planning, refurbishment delivery and lifecycle risk management, helping clients ensure their assets are compliant, well maintained and strategically positioned to protect income, enhance exit value and drive long-term performance. Paul has worked across a wide range of asset classes, with particular strength in commercial offices and industrial properties, where his project management expertise comes to the fore. He began his career in London, working with major clients including Barclays Bank, Royal London, DB Schenker and Aberdeen Standard. Since relocating to the North West in 2015, he has continued to support pension funds, institutional investors and large occupiers on technically and commercially complex instructions. Outside of work, Paul spends most of his time with his three children, but when time allows he enjoys rock climbing and following the highs and lows of Newcastle United. Great to have you onboard Paul!! Latest News… All Posts Blog Insight News Podcast Team News Team News Welcome Paul Crowe! January 20, 2026 Team News Welcome Rich Brook! January 15, 2026 News Match Ball Sponsors! January 9, 2026

News & Updates Welcome Rich Brook! We’re delighted to welcome Rich Brook to our growing Commercial and Cost Management team! Rich is a Chartered Quantity Surveyor with over 20 years’ experience across refurbishment, fit out, listed buildings and construction. Dual-qualified with an MSc in Construction Law, he brings deep expertise in contracts, disputes and procurement, helping clients de-risk projects and navigate complex contractual challenges with confidence. With extensive main contractor experience and having held a wide range of roles, Rich offers a well-rounded understanding of project teams and the full life cycle of a project – from inception through to completion. Outside of work, Rich enjoys spending time with his family and two children, and can be found every weekend coaching U8s grassroots football coach, come rain or shine. Welcome to the team, Rich! Latest News… All Posts Blog Insight News Podcast Team News Team News Welcome Rich Brook! January 15, 2026 News Match Ball Sponsors! January 9, 2026 News Project Complete: Grant Thornton January 8, 2026