Meet the team

Mark Barrett
MANAGING DIRECTOR
Inspired after studying and working in the construction industry, Mark established Risby Homes in 1993 with the goal to create high quality residential developments and put home buyers at the heart of the process.
As managing director, Mark discovers new sites for future developments while overseeing the smooth running of the business.

Olly Barrett
CONSTRUCTION DIRECTOR
Keeping it in the Barrett family, Mark’s son Olly is responsible for making sure every Risby Home is produced to the same exceptional standard, checking care and attention goes into every element of the build process.
With 15-years house building experience, including the renovation and development of his own home, Olly loves working with customers in the design stage to create fully personalised family homes.

Amy Owen
OFFICE MANAGER
Daughter to Mark and sister to Olly, Amy keeps the Risby team working seamlessly together, responsible for all the administrative aspects of the business.
Amy loves to see the individual touches each buyer chooses for their homes.

Carl Hess
SITE MANAGER
Carl is well experienced in construction. On his tools for 15 years as a bricklayer and with 30 years site management experience, he takes tremendous pride in his work.
Carl ensures the highest standards are achieved throughout the building process of all our properties.

Paul Littlewood
SITE MANAGER
With a keen eye for detail, Paul is the newest member to join the Risby Homes team. As site manager his role is to build a strong team who are passionate about building the highest quality homes.
While he’s only been in the industry for five years, he’s already achieved the highest standards on his previous developments. When he’s not on site, you’ll find him either playing or watching football.

Jemima Clarke
CUSTOMER CARE MANAGER
With 13 years in customer care, Jemima knows the importance of a happy home owner and is here to make sure your Risby home buying experience is one to remember for all the right reasons.
Supporting you from the moment you buy your new home, Jemima will provide first-class aftercare and advice as you get set to move in and make your house a home.

Joanne Allen
INTERIOR DESIGNER
A successful artist and creative at heart, it goes without saying that Jo loves interiors. Since 2016 Jo’s been designing our development show homes, decorating each to demonstrate their full potential.
Her favourite features include the kitchen area bi-fold doors creating an abundance of light on the ground floor and working with features like the secret doors within our latest house types.