Genesis Homes welcomed colleagues, partners and stakeholders from across the business and wider housebuilding industry to Carlisle Racecourse for a special Stakeholder Race Day, celebrating the relationships that support the company’s success and looking ahead to future opportunities.
Guests included construction and supply-chain partners, subcontractors, suppliers, architects, landowners, professional advisers and local authority representatives, bringing together people from across the industry for a day of networking, insight and racing.
With Genesis Homes approaching its tenth anniversary, the event provided an opportunity to share the company’s journey, showcase its ambitions and strengthen the partnerships that will support its continued growth across Cumbria and the wider North West.
Sharing our journey and vision
The day included a series of presentations, with Managing Director Nicky Gordon sharing an overview of the business, its growth over almost ten years and its ambitions for the future.
A key message throughout the day was the importance Genesis Homes places on its supply chain and wider partnerships. Delivering quality homes and thriving communities is a collective effort, with every partner playing an important role.
This also extends to the company’s commitment to being Customer First. Genesis Homes wants its suppliers and subcontractors to share this approach, recognising that everyone involved in building a home contributes to the experience of the people who ultimately live there.
Nicky Gordon, Managing Director at Genesis Homes, said:
“Our people, our supply chain and our partners are fundamental to the success of Genesis Homes. As we approach our tenth anniversary, it’s important to recognise the relationships that have helped us grow, share more about our business and bring everyone together to look at what we can achieve in the years ahead.
“We want our partners to feel valued and to share our commitment to being Customer First. Every person involved in building one of our homes has a part to play in the experience we deliver. By working together, maintaining high standards and putting customers at the heart of our decisions, we can achieve the best outcomes for the people who choose Genesis Homes.
“Days like this are about strengthening connections, sharing ideas and making sure we’re all working towards the same goals.”
Making connections beyond the day job 
Away from the presentations, the Race Day offered a relaxed setting for guests to put faces to names, meet others across the supply chain and learn more about different areas of the business.
For the Genesis team, it was a chance to connect with people they work alongside regularly in a different environment, while giving guests the opportunity to share ideas and have conversations that could lead to valuable future opportunities.
The day included a three-course meal and afternoon tea, horse racing and games. Sponsors were also invited into the parade ring to select the best-turned-out horse before watching their chosen race from the Owners’ Club, adding a little friendly competition to the afternoon.
Celebrating our community impact
The event also showcased Genesis Homes’ commitment to supporting the communities where it builds. Guests watched a video highlighting the company’s community activity over the past year, from supporting local charities and youth projects to improving community spaces and creating opportunities for local families.
They were also invited to vote for a community project they would like Genesis Homes to support in 2027, giving stakeholders an opportunity to help shape the company’s future community investment and positive legacy.
Looking ahead
While the Race Day was a fantastic opportunity to bring people together, its value will continue beyond the event itself. The conversations and ideas shared will help shape future relationships, with follow-up meetings planned and opportunities to turn discussions into meaningful action.
As Genesis Homes looks towards its tenth anniversary and the next stage of its growth, it remains committed to working closely with its supply chain, partners and stakeholders to deliver quality homes and create thriving communities.
Genesis Homes would like to thank everyone who attended and helped make the day such an enjoyable and valuable occasion. We look forward to building on the connections made and continuing to work together towards a successful future.
