Kath was appointed as CEO at Fold Housing in January 2023. She has over 20 years’ experience working in the Irish Housing Association sector; leading development, property and housing teams. Kath holds a MA in Geography, diplomas in Urban & Community Development and Property & Facilities Management, and an MSc in Management Practice from the Irish Management Institute. She is Chair of the Chartered Institute of Housing Ireland Board. Fold Housing is a specialist housing and care provider for people as they age. Kath and the team at Fold are ambitious to grow the housing portfolio and care services to ensure they meet the both the current demand and the emerging needs of older people, supporting their independence and vitality. Kath’s focus is to build on Fold’s reputation as a leader in developing specialist housing and care options, ensuring residents are at the heart of how the work develops.