Ian Gardner of Bowes Gardner Associates

Chartered surveyor Ian Gardner of Bowes Gardner Associates gives pro bono support to local groups with properties such as community centres or youth clubs, which need maintenance or renovation. “Through Sector Connector the links are directly to individuals involved with organisations that act for and to the benefit of the community, which is much more fulfilling provision of professional advice, from my point of view. The point is that I don’t need to get anything out of it; it is a case of giving something back. All of that professional work is fulfilling. There is a “feel good” factor and that I cannot deny!”