Open Property Data Association Appoints PEXA as Exec Member

03 August 2023

Krystle Kocik, CPO at PEXA Joins Member Executive Committee to Continue Driving Data-Driven Transformation in the UK Property Industry

3rd August 2023
OPDA, the UK’s first trade association for open property data, has today announced the appointment of PEXA to their Executive Committee. Set up to drive innovation and collaboration in the property sector, OPDA’s appointment of PEXA marks a significant step in advancing open property data standards and fostering seamless data collaboration across a broad cross section of the industry.

As an executive member, PEXA bring a commitment to data quality, security, and interoperability which aligns perfectly with OPDA’s mission to promote open data principles, facilitate industry wide collaboration, and to drive positive change in the property market.

Maria Harris, Chair of OPDA said:

"Having PEXA join our Executive Committee is great news for the industry and a reflection of our commitment to unlock the potential of property data through openness and collaboration. Krystle brings a wealth of experience of creating standardised data formats, fostering data sharing, and driving innovation – everything we need to benefit our entire property ecosystem.

It’s fantastic to have firms like PEXA embrace our vision and to bring their experience, perspective and dedication to enhancing data transparency and efficiency in the UK property market.”

Krystle Kocik, Chief Product & Experience Officer at PEXA also commented:
"I am delighted to represent PEXA and join OPDA as an exec member. With a shared vision on improving the way people buy, sell and remortgage homes, it’s through industry collaboration and drive that we will collectively transform the experience for everyone.”

Krystle joined PEXA over 10 years ago and worked with the Australian property industry to design and build the completion platform that transformed the way property settles today. With over 88% of Australian property transactions completing through PEXA, Krystle takes the industry and platform learnings with her to the UK to help deliver transformational outcomes for UK citizens and be an advocate for positive industry reform and change.

OPDA’s membership already includes some of the biggest names in the property market including data providers, technology companies, estate agency software, proptech start-ups, and intermediary platforms. PEXA’s addition to the group enriches the diversity of the membership and strengthens its collective efforts towards shaping the future of the property industry.

Open Property Data Association is open for associate member applications via the website www.openpropdata.org.uk