TEC Housing Conference 2025: Meet the Speakers Driving Change

Confirmed speakers at TEC Housing Conference 2025

The TEC Housing Conference is back for 2025, bringing together leaders, innovators and doers from across housing, care and tech. This year’s line-up features a strong mix of frontline insight, strategic leadership and digital innovation. Here’s a quick look at who’s speaking and what they’re bringing to the conversation.

Stephanie Elliot, Conference Organiser

Head of Operations – Smart Housing, SFHA

Stephanie has been instrumental in shaping how housing associations across Scotland embrace smart technology. Her work ensures innovation stays tenant-focused, and her talk will explore how digital systems can genuinely improve service delivery and independence at home.

James Ward

Chief Executive, Whiteinch & Scotstoun Housing Association

James brings real-world leadership experience, overseeing one of Scotland’s most community-rooted housing associations. He’s known for making bold moves when it comes to digital inclusion, and he’ll speak on navigating transformation while staying anchored in what tenants really need.

Callum Chomczuk

National Director, CIH Scotland

Callum will offer a strategic lens on the housing sector’s digital future. As a national policy leader, expect him to highlight where tech meets regulation—and how we can make sure innovation supports equality and housing rights.

Sarah Dunn

TEC Integration Manager, Midlothian Health and Social Care Partnership

Sarah works at the intersection of housing, health and care, helping deliver joined-up services for people who need them most. She’ll bring examples from Midlothian of how local partnerships are embedding tech to support independent living.

David McNeill

Digital Director, SCVO

David leads digital strategy for the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations and brings a wider third-sector view. His focus? Ensuring digital innovation is inclusive, ethical, and empowering for communities.

Francesca Osowska

CEO, NatureScot

Francesca’s involvement signals a strong sustainability theme at this year’s conference. With NatureScot’s remit for climate and environment, she’ll offer insight into how green and digital transitions go hand in hand—and what that means for housing providers.

Together, these speakers are set to cover critical ground—from digital infrastructure to green tech, leadership to frontline delivery. Whether you’re involved in housing, health, care or community services, TEC Housing 2025 will spark new ideas and practical takeaways.

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