Places She Shapes Longlisted for the 2026 British Podcast Awards

We’re delighted to share some exciting news from one of the initiatives we’re proud to support. Places She Shapes, the podcast hosted by Zoe Smeeth and recorded at Abbey Road Studios, has been longlisted for the 2026 British Podcast Awards in the Business category.

This recognition reflects the strength of the podcast’s mission: creating a genuine mentorship platform for the next generation of women in business. It’s also grown beyond the podcast itself, with live events bringing the community together in person and building momentum with every episode.

We’re proud to back a project that champions female leaders and drives meaningful conversations in our industry and beyond. With more seasons on the horizon, we’re looking forward to continuing that support.

To find out more about Places She Shapes, search for it on your favourite podcast platform, visit placessheshapes.co.uk, follow on Instagram @PlacesSheShapes and TikTok @PlacesSheShapes, or watch full episodes on YouTube @PlacesSheShapes.

2026 Outreach: The AHOY Centre and TRIBE Freedom Foundation

At JAC, we have always believed that small actions can create big impacts, and 2026 is no exception. This year, we are proud to announce two causes that sit at the heart of our Outreach programme: The AHOY Centre and TRIBE Freedom Foundation.

This year marked our 10th rowing event with The AHOY Centre, a Deptford-based charity that transforms the lives of disadvantaged, at-risk, and disabled young people through water-based activities including sailing, rowing, and powerboating. The JAC team, Splashflow Forecast, took to the River Thames for the summer rowing challenge, covering the iconic 8.5 mile course from Greenwich to Chelsea. The crew, Lee Talbot, James Chapman, Vitoria Brown, Charles Tyler-Westwood, Caroline Kirkman and Josh Potter, took on the course in support of AHOY, and together we raised an amazing £3,835 for the cause.

We were also pleased to be joined on the water by Hunters and Archer, both competing for the JAC Challenge Cup. Congratulations to the Archer team, who took home the Cup as this year’s winners.

Alongside our long-standing partnership with AHOY, we are also honoured to be supporting TRIBE Freedom Foundation for the first time. TRIBE Freedom Foundation is a charity dedicated to fighting modern slavery and human trafficking, funding frontline organisations that rescue survivors and restore lives. It is a cause that speaks to our values as a business and as a team, and we are proud to stand behind their important work.

Our Outreach programme reflects who we are as a company. It is not just about fundraising; it is about showing up, pulling together, and using whatever platform we have to make a difference. Whether on the water or beyond it, the JAC team is committed to both challenges wholeheartedly.

If you would like to donate or find out more, you can support us directly via our fundraising page: https://ahoycentre.enthuse.com/pf/jac

See you on the water!

Places She Shapes: Live Podcast at WSP

The latest Places She Shapes event brought the podcast to life with a special live recording hosted at WSP, bringing together inspiring voices for an evening of meaningful conversation, connection, and collaboration.

Hosted by our Owner and Managing Director, Zoe Smeeth, the event welcomed guests from both Season 1 and Season 2 of the Places She Shapes podcast. The live discussion featured:

  • Claire Gott MBE, Head of Building Structures at WSP UK & Ireland
  • Michelle (Mitch) Lloyd Jones, Fighter Pilot & Qualified Flying Instructor (QFI) at Ascent Flight Training
  • Diana Pego, Project Director at Area
  • Amanda Salt, Managing Director EMEA at Insidesource
  • And guest speaker Laura Collins, Senior Development Director at Stanhope

The evening created an open and engaging space for honest conversations about navigating careers, overcoming challenges, and championing change across the industry. Each speaker reflected on pivotal moments in their journey, sharing stories that resonated with everyone in the room and reinforced the power of community and representation.

A huge thank you goes to Storm Events for their brilliant production in bringing the live recording to life. We are also incredibly grateful to the WSP UK team for hosting and collaborating with us on the event. The live recording is another important step in continuing the Places She Shapes mission: amplifying the voices of women across the built environment and sharing the stories that inspire change.

  • Watch the full live podcast on YouTube – here
  • Instagram: @PlacesSheShapes
  • TikTok: @PlacesSheShapes
  • Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and many more of your favourite podcast platforms.

Places She Shapes: The Event

Places She Shapes: The Event brought together an incredible community of women, leaders, and supporters to celebrate the power of women shaping the spaces around them. The evening highlighted how collaboration, courage, and leadership can create meaningful opportunities and drive real change.

A special thank you went to the Podcast Guests from Seasons 1 and 2, who shared their experiences of leading with purpose and building inclusive environments. Their stories of pivotal moments and courageous choices inspired everyone present.

Gratitude was also extended to the Places She Shapes podcast team, Storm Events for bringing the event to life, and Greg from Design Religion for the beautiful logo that captured the spirit of the evening.

The event also celebrated the contributions of our empowering collaborators:

  • Samantha at Dress for Success Greater London – supporting women to gain economic independence through professional attire, coaching, and a supportive community. Those interested in supporting or getting involved could reach out to Samantha Latouche at slatouche@dressforsuccessgl.org or call 020 3773 7279 / 07480 611 998.
  • Rebecca and Varsha at Girls Can Build – inspiring and equipping girls to explore careers in construction and the built environment. To learn more or get involved, contact Rebecca Harris at rebecca.harris@ocl.london and Varsha Patel at varsha.patel@ocl.london.

The event was a reminder of the strength of the community supporting Places She Shapes. Every supporter, listener, and collaborator continues to play a vital role in helping women amplify their voices and create meaningful change.

🎧 Places She Shapes Season 2 is set to continuing these conversations, amplifying the voices of inspiring women and exploring the moments that have shaped their journeys.

Follow Places She Shapes on:

  • Instagram: @PlacesSheShapes
  • TikTok: @PlacesSheShapes
  • Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and many more of your favourite podcast platforms.

The Places She Shapes team thanks everyone who has been part of this journey. Together, these efforts are shaping something truly meaningful.

 

JAC Group’s project for KI Europe is nominated for an award!

We are thrilled to announce that our recent collaboration with KI Europe has been shortlisted for the FX Awards 2025 in the UK Workspace Environment category!

The project involved the creation of a dynamic and inspiring showroom and office workspace, designed to support collaboration, innovation, and functionality. We were delighted to provide Project Management and Cost Consultancy services for this transformative environment, supporting the talented team who brought this vision to life.

It’s incredibly rewarding to see this project receiving the recognition it deserves, and we’re keeping our fingers crossed as we go up against some impressive competition!

You can view our project here: KI Europe

JAC Hiked Scafell Pike for The Felix Project

Hiking England’s highest peak wasn’t just a challenge – it was a spectacle, as a team of fruit and vegetables conquered Scafell Pike, all to raise money for The Felix Project.

The weather gave us everything from wind and rain to brutal hail, but the energy and positivity carried us through, and there was no shortage of laughs along the way.

The Felix Project does incredible work redistributing surplus food, making sure good food reaches those who need it most instead of going to waste. Every step we took was to raise awareness and funds for their mission.

We’d love your support!
Any donation, big or small, helps us make a difference. If you’d like to contribute, please visit our fundraising page:
👉 https://www.justgiving.com/page/jac-project-management-2025?utm_medium=FA&utm_source=CL

JAC Proudly Sponsors Season 2 of Places She Shapes

JAC is delighted to announce our sponsorship of Season 2 of Places She Shapes, a podcast hosted by our Owner and Managing Director, Zoe Smeeth.

Places She Shapes is an international podcast that shines a light on women thriving across diverse industries, sharing unfiltered stories of ambition, resilience, and success. Each episode explores the pivotal “sliding door moments” that have shaped our guests’ careers, with the aim of inspiring the next generation of leaders and creating a mentorship platform for women navigating their own journeys.

We are especially proud that the podcast is recorded at the iconic Abbey Road Studios, a venue renowned worldwide as a birthplace of timeless recordings and a symbol of innovation, and cultural influence.

By supporting Places She Shapes, JAC reaffirms our commitment to elevating voices, championing diversity, and shaping opportunities for women in business and beyond.

Places She Shapes is available to stream on all major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify, with new episodes accessible worldwide.

🌐 Website: www.placessheshapes.co.uk
Instagram & TikTok: @PlacesSheShapes

JAC Group’s project for Databricks is nominated for an award!

We are proud to announce that our recent project with Databricks London has been shortlisted as a finalist for the SBID® – Society of British & International Interior Design Awards 2025.

The project involved the relocation and refurbishment of Databricks’ 29,000 sq. ft workplace, creating a dynamic environment designed to enhance innovation, functionality, and impact. We were delighted to provide Project Management services for this exciting transformation.

You can view our project here:

JAC Group’s project for a Confidential Client is nominated for an award!

JAC Group would like to share the exciting news that our Confidential Client at Berkeley Square, London was shortlisted as a finalist for Mix Interior’s Mixology23 Project of the Year in the category ‘Workplace Interiors 5-15k+ sq ft’

JAC Group provided Project Management, Cost Consultancy, Contract Administrator services to this client.

See our project and the other nominees here:

JAC Group’s project for EFG Private Bank is nominated for an award!

JAC Group would like to share the exciting news that EFG Private Bank at Park House London was shortlisted as a finalist for Mix Interior’s Mixology23 Project of the Year in the category ‘Workplace Interiors 30-70k+ sq ft’

JAC Group provided Project Management and cost consultancy services to EFG Private Bank.

See our project and the other nominees here:

JAC Group’s project for Dorchester Collection is nominated for an award!

JAC Group would like to share the exciting news that Dorchester Collection at 1 Knightsbridge was shortlisted as a finalist for Mix Interior’s Mixology24 Awards in the category ‘Project of the Year: Workplace Interiors 15-30k sqft’

JAC Group provided Project Management services to Dorchester Collection.

See our project and the other nominees here:

JAC Group’s project for Nice Systems is nominated for an award!

JAC Group would like to share the exciting news that Nice Systems at 88 Wood Street was shortlisted as a finalist for Mix Interior’s Mixology24 Awards in the category ‘Project of the Year: Workplace Interiors 5-15k sqft’

JAC Group provided Project Management and Cost Consultancy advice and services to Nice Systems.

See our project and the other nominees here:

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