Dan Hawthorn will step into the role of executive director for homes and communities early in the New Year.
He began his career in local government at Camden, but is currently the executive director of housing and social investment at Kensington and Chelsea Council, a position he has held for more than five years.
Mr Hawthorn said: “Camden is a really special place for me, personally and professionally.
“I’m excited to be coming back to where my local government career began, and into an organisation whose values and priorities I so strongly identify with.
“In particular, Camden’s vision for housing is ambitious and resident-centred, and one that I absolutely share.
“I can’t wait to get started.”
He was welcomed by Councillor Sagal Abdi-Wali, cabinet member for better homes, who said: “Dan has worked at Kensington and Chelsea since 2020 as executive director of housing and social investment and in that time, led the restructuring of their housing service, establishing a strong and successful tenant and leaseholder centred partnership that listens to their residents and acts on their concerns.
“Dan also brings his wider experience and understanding in social housing, homelessness and rough sleeping.”
