Meet the Team

Mike Hannigan - Director
After working in the student hospitality and entertainment industry for 17 years, Mike decided it was time for a change. Wanting to stay within the student market, Mike made the transition to the student accommodation sector. Taking all his knowledge of the student community and marketing he strode into the housing sector with his best foot forward. After finessing his expertise within the industry, Mike took the first step to going out on his own – creating Bed. Driving the business forward every day, Mike created great working relationships with landlords and students to grow Bed into what it is today - a hugely successful student rentals company with an amazing team of staff to support the business’ development.


Jolan Tucker - Sales and Marketing
Jolan has been part of Bed from day one, he runs our viewing team and oversees all things tech! Come rain or shine he will be out and about conducting viewings around the streets of Chester. When he isn’t out doing viewings Jolan can be found in the office solving a technical issue or working on our online marketing.


Paula Evans - General Manager
Paula is the glue that holds the Bed team together! Paula became part of the team four months after Mike created the business and she quickly became a vital member of the Bed family. Liaising with landlords, tenants and the office team, Paula makes sure that everyone is where they need to be getting the job done.


Talia Kayne - Customer Engagement Executive
Talia first worked at Bed on a placement as part of her degree in Events Management at the University of Chester. During this time, she became invaluable to the team. After completing her studies Talia came on board full time to deal with all things tenant related. From liaising with prospective and current tenants to building and issuing contracts, Talia is your go to person for any tenant queries.


Emma Barry - Client Engagement Executive and Property Manager
After graduating in 2019 Emma joined the Bed team and is now the first port of call for tenants and landlords to discuss and arrange any maintenance that may need to take place. She works closely with our landlords to ensure properties are maintained to a high standard and are fully compliant. Emma is also dog mum to the Bed pup Oscar. Oscar visits the office on a regular basis and is more than happy to provide free dog cuddles to anyone who pops in.