About us
Executive management team
Meet our executive management team (EMT)
Chief Executive Officer
Ricky Scipio
Ricky Scipio became Chief Executive of Karibu Community Homes on 1st October 2024.
Previously, he was chief executive of Westway Housing Association for 23 years before it's merger with Inquilab Housing Association.
Ricky is responsible for the performance, development and financial viability of the Association within the strategic direction set by the Board. Prior to joining Karibu, Ricky was Housing Director for a leading London Association responsible for over 5,000 homes. His portfolio covered, tenancy management, income collection, asset management, supported housing and community development.
Ricky is also a board member of one of the largest RP’s in the country.
Director of Customers and Communities
Gary Clark
Gary is our Director of Customers and Communities. His career in housing spans over 20 years working in senior operational and executive level roles in small, medium, and large housing associations mainly in London and the Southeast. Gary is also a board and committee member of an East London Housing Association and outside of work is an FA qualified youth football coach.
Director of Finance & Resources
Previn Tailor
The Finance Department is led by the leadership of Previn Tailor who is a fully qualified Accountant with vast knowledge and experience within the housing and blue chip private sectors. Previn’s leadership ensures that the association financial management is of the highest standards and quality, therefore providing accurate information to our stakeholders and Board of Management for making decisions and strategic planning.
Interim Director of Assets & Development
Chris Liffen
Chris brings over 40 years of experience across the public and private sectors, specialising in asset management and contract delivery. He has worked with organisations such as Moat Housing, the London Ambulance Service, and Echelon Consultancy, driving service improvements and successful contract mobilisations.
Outside work, Chris enjoys fishing, playing snooker, and supporting Tottenham Hotspur with enduring optimism.
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