About the Retailers Property Association
The RPA was established in 1975 to provide a forum for coordinated action on retailer’s occupancy interests. The membership now extends to over 100 of the UK’s retailers ranging from National multistore retailers to smaller chains.
1975
The year the RPA (formerly PMA) was founded.
58
Companies currently in membership across the United Kingdom.
253
Individual members based across the UK property management sector.
10
CPD events scheduled for members during 2026.
Who are the RPA?
Championing retailers’ property interests
The RPA remains a significant voice for retailer's property interests, working with and alongside other key organisations to tackle occupancy issues affecting retail property. Landlord and tenant coordination is one key area of focus, together with maintaining high standards of estate management and ensuring occupancy costs are kept at an affordable level.
Bringing members together to drive action
The RPA helps provide the forum for retailer's property teams, via seminars, an annual Conference and other events and groups throughout the year providing the means and opportunity to coordinate actions.
Learning and Development
The RPA works with key industry stakeholders to deliver learning and development opportunities to members. Our team of experts include Dentons, Womble Bond Dickinson, WSP GL Hearn, Bellrock, Vedra and Bradley Mason. We also work with Nottingham Trent University to develop the next generation of property professionals.
Communication
Providing a framework for effective communication between property managers.
CPD
Providing CPD for members to keep them abreast of market developments, policy/legislative changes relevant to their roles.
Lobbying
Ensuring members interests are represented at Government/ ministerial level as well as working with other professional bodies on issues relevant to the retail sector.
Liaison
Working with other property trade associations and professional bodies such as BRC, New Westend Company and REVO.
Why join the RPA?
(5 hours CPD)
About
A note from our president
As Chair of the RPA, I am passionate about supporting tenants and ensuring they have a strong collective voice in the industry. Retail is at the heart of our economy, shaping vibrant communities and driving growth, and the British High Street remains a cornerstone of our culture. At RPA, we are committed to fostering collaboration, advocating for fair representation, and strengthening relationships between tenants to create opportunities for success. Together, we can build a thriving retail landscape where businesses flourish, and our high streets continue to evolve and grow.
Ellen Peters
RPA CHAIR
Meet the RPA team
Nikki Powell
Sam Rickett
Richard Medley
Hux Norman
James Maton
Nikki Powell
Sam Rickett
Richard Medley
Hux Norman
James Maton
Where in-house property professionals connect and learn
Be part of the professional network supporting the property teams shaping the UK’s retail landscape.
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