About Us - PBSA News

Dedicated to the purpose-built student accommodation sector.

PBSA News is the leading source of news, insights and analysis for professionals, investors and stakeholders in the purpose-built student accommodation sector. With a mission to provide the latest information and foster collaboration within the rental community, PBSA News serves as a central platform for industry professionals to stay informed, engage in discussions and drive innovation.

Firmly founded with a strong belief in sharing factual and reliable information with integrity, trust, innovation, people and planet at the heart of our core values, PBSA News is at the forefront of the stories that shape the sector.

The team

The Forces Behind PBSA news

Sean Ashton

Non-Executive Director

Sean is Non-Executive Director at BTR News, PBSA News, BTR News Australia and Rental Living News UAE. He is a specialist in business strategy, finance and leadership, with experience in the construction and building maintenance environment. Sean also has specialist knowledge in the Fire & Security sectors.

Bea Patel

Co-founder & Editor

Bea is Co-founder and Editor at BTR News, PBSA News, BTR News Australia and Rental Living News. She is a visionary entrepreneur with extensive experience in journalism and editorial leadership. Fuelled by ambition, a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence, Bea continues to push boundaries in media and publishing, creating platforms that connect, educate and empower professionals.

Nick Biring

Co-founder

Nick is the Co-founder at BTR News, PBSA News, BTR News Australia and Rental Living News. He is a dynamic entrepreneur, property expert and natural connector, known for his ability to build meaningful relationships that drive success. With enthusiasm and passion for real estate, alongside deep industry knowledge and a commitment to excellence, Nick continues to drive innovation in the industry.

Amy Johnson

Digital Journalist

Amy is a Digital Journalist at BTR News, PBSA News, BTR News Australia and Rental Living News and has a BA (Hons) degree in Journalism. She has a natural talent for storytelling, combining engaging and well-researched content with a passion for delivering compelling, fact-driven content. Amy has a sharp eye for detail and a commitment to journalistic integrity.

Joe Mellor

Associate Editor

Joe is Associate Editor at PBSA News and Rental Living News. He is an experienced Journalist and Editor who began working for, and then, running various national press agencies. He then went on to launch his own successful online news publication. Joe has a proven ability to create compelling content that reaches the relevant eyeballs. Joe is a natural relationship builder with a driven and tenacious approach.