Her strategic approach to leasing has attracted a diverse range of businesses to Digbeth, fostering a dynamic ecosystem that benefits both tenants and the community as a whole.

It has been an absolute pleasure to work with Jo over that last 5 years. Jo is extremely personable, an excellent asset manager and was a genuine figurehead running the Birmingham team and the Digbeth Estate for Oval. In addition to her many professional qualities, Jo poured her heart and soul into Digbeth and was instrumental in the placemaking initiative to support regeneration. She remains a loyal supporter of creative, independent organizations and will be an incredible addition to any company looking to breathe life in to their assets.

Jo has continued to support Mockingbird Cinema and Bar in its growth from one screen to two. She really helped us to simplify quite complex property issues and her concise and clear communication meant that we understood what was being asked of us. In turn, this meant that we were able to save time and money with our advisors as there were clear lines of expectation on both sides.

From our very first meeting Jo understood what I was looking to achieve in scaling up from an award- winning street food business to a bricks and mortar proposition. Jo explained options to me clearly and supported me through the property acquisition process enabling me to open my first restaurant. My business has grown from strength to strength and Jo has always been there to help me in what feels like a partnership rather than a traditional Landlord & Tenant relationship. As my business continues to grow, her experience and honesty means she will always be my first point of contact for anything property related.

I was lucky enough to work with Jo for 5 years in what became more of a partnership than a traditional Landlord / Tenant relationship.

I found Jo to be constantly curious, good at spotting things that could make a big difference, one of the things I look for are people & businesses who do what they say, when they say they will; Jo falls into this category.

Being a CEO is challenging; so having someone that can give honest impartial advice, step in to help if required and cover a lot of ground from thoughts on structure to helping secure investor funding is a great support.

It’s rare you come across standout talent, Jo and her team are such people.

Jo joined as Head of the Digbeth Estate in 2017.

Digbeth had reputational issues, voids and long-term management needs.

Jo was instrumental in helping Oval build a cohesive estate strategy and today Digbeth is a different place.

She is ethics led, cares deeply that all parties needs are met and achieves success through excellent interpersonal skills, trust and well thought out place making strategies.