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2025 GSL Live: Where Ideas Meet Impact.

16 Oct 2025 | No.11 Cavendish Square, London, UK

GSL Live is where the student living sector comes together, across disciplines and perspectives, to share ideas, tackle pressing challenges, and shape the future of residential experience.

Designed for everyone involved in PBSA, from universities and operators to service providers, GSL Live delivers a powerful mix of insight and collaboration through two dynamic streams:

  • The Insight Stream spotlights trends, research, and resident data to unpack what’s shaping the sector.
  • The Action Stream dives into practical strategies, lived experiences, and solutions you can take back to your organisation.

Expect candid talks, thought-provoking panels, and actionable takeaways, all grounded in data, driven by resident voice.

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Why Attend?

  • Insight that matters. Stay ahead with exclusive data and sector trends.
  • Real talk, real impact. Join conversations that go beyond the buzzwords, from AI to ResLife, value for money, and more.
  • Connections that count. Meet peers, partners, and future collaborators in an environment built for dialogue and discovery.

Impactful Discussions.

  • From bold tech shifts to the human side of student living, GSL Live tackles the crucial questions.
  • We’ll explore the rise of AI, the future of residence life, innovation across Europe and what Gen Alpha really wants. We’ll unpack how to deliver value on tight budgets, manage conflict in diverse communities, and build stronger networks through mentorship.
  • These topics are urgent, complex, often messy. And we’re creating the space to talk about them openly, backed by data and grounded in what residents actually think and feel.

Tentative Confirmations.

Attending this event means exclusive access to a network of decision-makers who are transforming residential living.

Meet Our Brilliant Moderators.

Christopher Holloway

Managing Director Europe, ASK4

Jose Antonio De Pedro Cuadrado

Partner, Fluxus Ventures

Juan Manuel Acosta

CIO & Head of Spain, Rockfield

Suraiya Comunello

CMO, Nido Living

GSL Live Agenda.*

16 OCTOBER
8:30 Registration & Breakfast Networking
9:30 Opening Session (Plenary with the Investor Summit):
WinPBSA Progress Update
AI or Die? The Silent Revolution Coming for Residential Living
11:00 Networking Break
11:30 1st Session:
Insight Stream: It’s Giving Gen Alpha
Action Stream: Building Connections: The Power of Residence Life in Student Experience
12:30 Lunch
14:00 2nd Session:
Insight Stream: Women in PBSA (WinPBSA): Mentorship Benefits and Best Practices
Action Stream: Managing Conflict in Diverse Communities
15:00 Networking Break
15:30 3rd Session:
Insight Stream: Showcasing Innovation in European PBSA
Action Stream: Boosting Value for Money Perception on a Budget
16:30 Closing Networking Drinks

*Tentative Agenda

Christopher Holloway

Managing Director Europe, ASK4

Jose Antonio De Pedro Cuadrado

Partner, Fluxus Ventures

Juan Acosta

CIO & Head of Spain, Rockfield

Suraiya Comunello

CMO, Nido Living

What Industry Leaders Are Saying.

“
I’ve enjoyed the Summit very much. It’s a diverse audience, great engagement and questions. The panels have been both topical and diverse like the participants. It’s been a great day of learning, and I would sincerely recommend it.
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Veronica Jarvis, Vice President, Slate Asset Management

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We have institutional investors, private equity, operators. It has brought all of that altogether under one place, so the ability to really meet a huge breadth of clients right across has been really invaluable.
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Richard Fisher, European Head of Portfolio Management, GSA

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The past GSL Investors Summits have been enriching in terms of expanding my network, learning from others, and exchanging views about our business. I got to know an amazing group of people who are willing to share experiences and are also fun to hang out with. The willingness to share and help each other in our line of business is truly unique!
”

Duco de Jong, CFO, Student Experience

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The GSL Investor Summit is an unmissable event for anyone in the residential living sector. The opportunity to engage with key industry leaders, share insights, and discuss trends in an intimate, collaborative setting is invaluable. The sessions are always thought-provoking and the networking opportunities are second to none.
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Pavlina Chandras, Head of Operations, Living Europe, EQT Real Estate

Secure Your Place.

GSL Live is for anyone building the future of residential living. If your work touches the student accommodation space, we invite you to attend. Join us at the 2025 GSL Live and be part of the conversation.

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Meet the GSL Live Team.

Tim Daplyn

CEO

Sarah Ead

Head of Insight

Hannah Colbran

Customer Success Manager

James King

Data Engineer

Event Sponsors.

We're proud to collaborate with our event sponsors, whose insights and contributions elevate the GSL Live experience.

PLATINUM SPONSOR

ASK4 provides Internet, smart building tech and IT solutions, delivering connectivity and technology services to hundreds of thousands of users internationally. Their expertise ensures seamless digital experiences for residents in PBSA, universities, co-living, BTR and other multi-tenant properties.

GOLD SPONSORS

Specialising in ESG technology and real-time data solutions, Utopi is proven to help property operators reduce carbon emissions and optimise building performance. With over 30 billion data points collected, Utopi is driving a measurable impact in the global fight against climate change.
StarRez is the global leader in student housing software, providing innovative solutions for housing management, resident wellness and experience, and revenue generation. Trusted by 1,400+ clients across 25+ countries, StarRez supports more than 4 million beds annually with its user-friendly, all-in-one platform.
For over a decade, Evolution Sustainability Group has been the leading partner for PBSA operators, managers, and owners across the US, UK, and EU. They deliver tailored energy and ESG solutions that reduce costs, boost asset value, and drive measurable sustainability impact. Their services include energy procurement optimization, turnkey energy efficiency upgrades, and ESG certification & reporting.
Yardi is a global leader in property technology, delivering innovative software solutions tailored for PBSA. For over 40 years, Yardi has empowered operators with integrated platforms to streamline accounts, leasing, operations, and resident engagement. Trusted worldwide, Yardi helps PBSA providers boost efficiency, enhance student experiences, and maximise portfolio performance.
Elevating Spaces Across Co-Living, BTR, PBSA, PRS, and Private Residential

Project Furniture Residential provide complete turnkey furnishing solutions—from design and sourcing to project management, delivery, installation, and aftercare. Partnering with developers, institutional funds, and operators, they create stylish, functional interiors tailored to Co-Living, BTR, PBSA, PRS, and private residential projects—seamless, stress-free, and built to last.

SILVER SPONSORS

QX Global Group delivers expert finance and accounting services to the UK real estate sector, helping clients cut costs, boost efficiency, and scale portfolios. Trusted by top PBSA providers, QX combines global talent with automation & AI to transform finance operations and boost NOI.
Lavanda OpenPMS is built for student accommodation operators to deliver seamless digital living experiences. From long-stay and short-stay management to AI-powered operations, revenue, finance and reporting, everything runs from one platform. Trusted by leading UK operators, Lavanda’s award-winning technology maximises occupancy, enhances agility, and sets a new industry standard.
Chainels is the resident experience platform for modern living—built to connect landlords and tenants across residential and mixed-use spaces. From student housing to co-living, they help turn buildings into vibrant communities through engagement, automation, and smart use of data. Boost NOI, streamline operations with AI, and even monetize common spaces—all through your branded app.
Global Student is the UK and Europe’s leading end-to-end partner for PBSA supplies and facilities management. They supply quality mattresses, furniture, and appliances, alongside maintenance, refurbishments, and fire safety compliance. With sustainable practices, trusted expertise, and a low-price promise, they help providers operate efficiently and to the highest standards.

Find out more at globalstudent.co.uk and globalfacilities.co.uk.
Founded in 2013, HPS Services is the UK’s largest facilities management provider in the PBSA and BTR sectors. Focused on building relationships and creating environments people love, HPS delivers tailored services across education, commercial, and residential sectors, helping clients put their customers and teams first.
Yugo is the first global student housing brand and operator, redefining student living with vibrant, sustainable, and supportive spaces. Its leading management approach draws on over 30 years of experience to efficiently operate student spaces at scale, expand into new markets, and create value for partners.

For partnership or sponsorship opportunities, send us an email at [email protected].

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