Meet the Team
"There is immense power when a group of people with similar interests get together to work toward the same goals."
Dean Edwards, Director
Trust an independent firm that care about people and property. It is important to us that you are happy with the service that we offer to all of our customers.
Dean Edwards
Managing Director
Bio
Dean and Caroline Edwards purchased the business, formerly known as Welden Property Management in October 2013. Dean has lived locally his entire life and worked as a Bookmaker in the area since leaving school prior to re-training in Estate Agency. In his spare time, Dean is the Chairman for Heathcoat Cricket Club and enjoys watching his children excel at their academics and sports.
Chloe Hetherington
Sales Negotiator
Bio
Chloe joined the team in 2019 and has gone from strength to strength to now be a part of our successful sales team. Outside of the office, Chloe is kept busy with her 14 working dogs, living the 'country-bumpkin' lifestyle!
Charlie Woodman
Sales Negotiator
Bio
Joining Welden & Edwards in 2018, Charlie started running the Estates team and has since found her feet in the Sales department. Out of working hours, Charlie spends her time being active; taking part in hobbies such as rugby, motorcross, running and playing with her 16 year old terrier!
Natalie Black
Sales Negotiator
Bio
Natalie has been a staple member of the Welden & Edwards team for many years and being a local girl, she is well known amongst our clients for her big smile and bubbly personality. When she's not at work, Natalie has two beautiful young children with her husband to keep her busy as well as her black Labrador and Cockapoo!
Debbie Cruse
Lettings Negotiator
Bio
Debbie has been a part of the lettings team for a five years and enjoys seeing different properties and getting out and about on appointments. Debbie loves to get away on a sunny holiday every year, soaking up some sun and sipping on a cocktail!
Chloe Russell
Lettings Negotiator
Bio
Starting at Welden & Edwards initially for work experience, Chloe quickly realised that Estate Agency was the career for her. Now being a steadfast part of our fast-moving lettings team, no task is too much for her to take on! Outside of work, Chloe loves to socialise with friends, finding new places to eat great food and sample a cocktail! On a summers day, you'll find Chloe at the beach or somewhere in the distance paddleboarding!
Corinna Blackmore
Lettings Negotiator
Bio
Corinna is our part time Lettings Negotiator that works Wednesday-Friday. When away from the office, Corinna manages a small portfolio of her own letting properties and spends any extra free-time with her young son.
Sam Cooper
Estates Manager
Bio
Sam recently joined the Welden & Edwards team as the Estates Manager in February 2021. He enjoys exercise, football and spending time with his family. He got married in Vegas June 2017 and has 2 beautiful daughters. Sam has a passion for the movies and co-hosts his own weekly podcast.
Emily Trump
Office Administrator
Bio
Emily joined the Welden & Edwards team as Office Administrator in 2021 straight from college where she studied Sport & Exercise Science at Exeter College. Her confident and bubbly personality makes her a great addition to the office and she is constantly eager to develop her skills within estate agency. At the weekend, you can find Emily volunteering as a dance teacher at Tiverton Signpost Club.
Holly Thresher
Lettings Negotiator
Bio
Prior to joining Welden & Edwards, Holly has gained years of experience in student lettings where she has learnt valuable skills to put forward in her new role as lettings negotiator in our fast-moving lettings team.
Shaunnah Green
Sales Negotiator
Bio
Shaunnah joined the team in 2021 having gained valuable experience as an Administrator at a separate estate agent. Her positive attitude and friendly approach to all our clients make her a great asset to have.
Fig The Labrador
Chief Chewer
Bio
Miss Fig has been a fantastic addition to the Welden & Edwards team and offers a fantastic skill-set in chewing shoes. Being just a young pup, she is training to be a professional working dog one day and has all the aspirations and correct training in place to be very successful as a working labrador. Her only downfall is she has to nap at least 10 times a day and often barks in her sleep whilst doing so!
Emma Edwards
Bio
Emma is key to the business when we need an extra helping hand, inheriting fantastic 'estate agency skills' from her parents and owners of the business, Dean and Caroline Edwards. Having just performed outstandingly with her A-Levels, she has achieved her first choice university to study Business Management and will most definitely be creating an amazing future for herself. Watch this space!!