Our People

  • David Waring MTPI

    David Waring MTPI

    FOUNDER AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

    David vision is to revolutionise residential property management by setting new standards for financial competence, regulatory compliance, and customer transparency. As a Member of The Property Institute (MTPI), David upholds the highest professional standards and ethical practice in the industry.

    David’s background is uniquely rooted in finance and large-scale management. He spent over 9 years holding senior finance positions for the largest residential property managing agent in the UK, where his teams were responsible for producing and analysing thousands of service charge accounts for residential real estate spanning the entire country.

    As both a professional Managing Agent and an experienced Residential Management Company (RMC) Director, David possesses real-life insight from every perspective - ensuring operations are always client-focused.

    He blends all these skills and experiences to create the 'Property Black Box' approach: a system built to leverage his financial and operational rigour to navigate complexity and ensure financial stability for every client.

    (MTPI, BA Hons, CIMA Dip MA, RMC Director)

  • Stephen Waring ATPI

    Stephen Waring ATPI

    CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER (CIO) AND STRATEGIC LEADER

    Stephen is the driving force behind our company’s commitment to modern, compliant property management. As an Associate of The Property Institute (ATPI), Stephen ensures that our pursuit of technological innovation is always grounded in the certified standards of industry practice and regulatory compliance.

    Stephen brings two decades of extensive technology leadership, including successfully delivering multi-million-pound projects for major industry leaders like ION Trading and HSBC in banking, and Global in media.

    In his role as CIO, Stephen uses his deep technical experience and Agile Delivery expertise to master complexity. This forms the foundation of our 'Property Black Box' approach: our operational engine handles all the complex compliance, finance, and technical logistics internally, ensuring a simple, transparent experience for you.

    He achieves this by constantly assessing and implementing modern solutions - from streamlined information systems, cybersecurity initiatives, and emerging AI capabilities - ensuring technology is always focused on delivering exceptional customer value.

    Stephen’s relentless focus on innovation is all about making the lives of our clients simpler and easier. When you choose us, you benefit from a CIO who is professionally accredited and passionate about using technology to ensure your property is managed responsibly and effectively, now and for the future.

    (ATPI, BSc Hons, Agile Delivery Expert)

  • Stephen Poole MTPI

    Stephen Poole MTPI

    FINANCE DIRECTOR

    Stephen Poole is a seasoned senior manager and a Member of The Property Institute (MTPI), signifying his commitment to professional standards and ethical practice. As a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (FCMA), he ensures that financial governance and rigorous accounting are at the core of all operations at Property Black Box.

    Stephen’s extensive background includes eight years working with the largest residential property managing agent in the UK, where he developed a deep understanding of service charge accounts and regulatory finance.

    He brings his passion for embracing best practices and driving results to the company, ensuring all financial processes are handled in an efficient and seamless way. This financial rigour is essential to the 'Property Black Box' approach, protecting our clients and enabling worry-free enjoyment of their homes.

    Looking after the homes of our customers in an efficient and seamless way is of paramount importance towards enabling worry-free enjoyment. Stephen is excited to bring his expertise to Property Black Box and help drive great customer service.

    (MTPI, FCMA)