Didobi is a specialised business providing strategic, data-driven advice and insights to those creating, delivering, and sustaining a vision for town centres. Matthew Hopkinson, a key member of our team, was co-author of the first two Grimsey reviews into the future of town centres.
Matthew is a practical expert in the capture, collation, visualisation and interpretation of data within the property market. He is a nationally recognised expert on ‘High Streets’ where his views are regularly sought by national media outlets. He has been a director of four market leading data and insight businesses where he held roles within research, technology, and sales and marketing.
Matthew provides strategic support, challenge and advice to local authorities, retailers and commercial real estate investors. He has unique experience of working across all stakeholders when developing and delivering a town’s vision. He is a Visiting Professor at University College London and a Volunteer Business Mentor for The Prince’s Trust. His experience includes:
Bassetlaw District Council, Monmouthshire County Council, Cotswold District Council, Sheffield City Council, Newark & Sherwood District Council