Committed to Preserving Britain’s Heritage
We understand the pressures that fall on charities, niche SMEs, faith-based institutions and Trustees in the current climate to fulfil their responsibilities and retain their bespoke assets
SHL fills an urgent need in sectors critically underserved by existing consultancies for organisations that lack the capability and capacity to monetise legacy, bespoke, complex asset portfolios
Cross-cutting Client Concerns
Rising asset and estate costs and risks with uncertain investment outlook
Reducing margins and pressurised grant & donation / revenue
Eroding mission / service capability - “do more with less” top-down edicts
Increasing government / regulatory scrutiny with opaque decision making
Falling behind due to technological change with unoptimised operations
Our Service Offerings
From assessment to Board-ready presentation in 30 days
Specialised services for complex UK marine assets
Comprehensive offering for residential projects at scale
How We Do Business
Understanding
Address your bespoke concerns across financials, regulations and complex stakeholders
Accountability
Uphold Trustee and investor responsibilities and mission whilst optimising asset returns
Acumen
Provide options on how to monetise your unique assets to ensure they endure to the next generation
Stewardship
Commit to long-term partnerships that deliver demonstrable social impact and community benefit
Meet the Team
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Chirag Patel
FOUNDER AND MANAGING DIRECTOR
Chirag has 20 years of experience in freehold and leasehold acquisitions, planning, construction and disposals. He founded SHL to bridge commercial property and ethical outcomes.

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Mark Peppin
STRATEGY, CONSULTING, RISK
Mark brings 15 years of experience as a top-tier strategist and adviser in global banking. His insight, rigour and innovation are fundamental to offering robust analysis, risk management and delivery for our clients.

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Ian Tichener
SALES AND OPERATIONS
Ian is a member of the Company of Watermen and Lightermen of the River Thames with decades of experience in residential and commercial property, specialising in marine business consulting.

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