Property technology platform, Open Moove, has made a high-profile addition to the leadership team with the appointment of Simon Gates as Non-Executive Director.

With over 200 estate agents, conveyancers, and mortgage brokers already on Open Moove’s waiting list, Gates’ appointment signals the firm’s ambition to scale its business, fundamentally transforming how property transactions are managed.

Gates brings 15+ years’ industry experience, deep market insight, and a relentless focus on performance-driven excellence to the role. He started his career in estate agency in 2009 and now runs his own successful consultancy, ‘Opening the Gates’, which aims to help estate and letting agents nurture their existing relationships and create new opportunities by showing them how to get the most out of property data, tech, direct mail, and, social media.

Industry influence

Recently named the most influential person in the property industry by The Federation of Independent Agents (FIA), he joins Open Moove in an advisory capacity, helping to shape the company’s strategic direction.

Ross McKenzie, Co-Founder & CEO of Open Moove, said: “Simon’s unparalleled knowledge and reputation in the property industry make him the perfect partner for our journey. His expertise will be instrumental as we aim to redefine the home-moving experience for everyone involved.”

Gates added: “Open Moove is creating real, tangible change in an industry that has long needed innovation. The opportunity to help shape this platform and its impact on estate agents, conveyancers, and mortgage brokers is one I’m incredibly excited about.”

Since launch, Open Moove has seen exceptional early demand and aims to cement its position as the go-to platform for property professionals and home movers by the end of the year.