Verona Frankish, CEO of Yopa, has been named Girl of the Yr – Residential (Consultancy / Different Companies) on the 2025 Inspiring Girls in Property Awards, in recognition of her function throughout the firm and wider contributions to the property sector.
Frankish was recognised for her management since turning into Yopa’s first feminine CEO in 2022. Underneath her route, the enterprise has undergone a major transformation. Over the previous 12 months, Yopa has elevated its agent headcount by 30%, grown income by 26%, improved gross revenue by 41%, and diminished working losses by 59%.
She has additionally performed a distinguished function in selling range and inclusion throughout the business via her work as Chair of Girls in Property Company (WiEA), a community of over 4,600 members. Over the previous 12 months, WiEA has launched The Energy of You management programme, secured a multi-year partnership with Rightmove, and held its annual convention, now a well-established sector occasion.
The Inspiring Girls in Property Awards recognise people who’ve made a significant influence throughout the UK property business, each via enterprise efficiency and by championing wider change.
Frankish commented: “I’m extremely honoured to obtain this award and to be recognised alongside so many inspiring girls who’re serving to to form the way forward for our business.
“This achievement isn’t just mine, it’s a mirrored image of the unbelievable folks I’m privileged to work with daily, each at Yopa and thru Girls in Property Company.
“Collectively, we’re breaking boundaries, altering perceptions, and constructing an business the place everybody has the chance to thrive.”
