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Baking a Difference: Our Biggest Macmillan Coffee Morning Yet!

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Our Ongar and London offices hosted their own Coffee Mornings once again this year, raising a fantastic £334.00 in support of Macmillan Cancer Support. We’re absolutely whisked away by everyone’s efforts and generosity!

Together, we’re helping provide vital support for patients going through treatment for cancer, aiding them in navigating their journey.

A huge well done to the team for baking it such a success!

If you’d like to join us in support this wonderful cause, you can donate here.

Showcase Ranked in JP Morgan’s ‘Top 200 Women-Powered Businesses 2024

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JP Morgan, in partnership with Beauhurst, published their annual ‘Top 200 Women-Powered Businesses‘ List last week. We are more than excited to discover that Showcase Interiors have ranked in the list, being recognised for our wide-range economic contributions as a women-owned-and-led businesses.

Accompanied by an annual report exploring the growth and innovation across various sectors, JP Morgan is shedding light on the importance of gender equity and connecting women with opportunities to succeed in their professional and personal lives.

Overall, the report analysed 14,555 women-led companies in the UK and ranked the top 200 based on growth in sales and headcount. We are honoured to have made our first feature in the list, which has been running annually since 2021.

As a woman-owned company, we remain dedicated to creating more opportunities, empowering voices, and leading by example – not just within Showcase, but across the broader business landscape.

Reflecting upon the achievement, Showcase’s Emma Boreham says: “I was hugely honoured to have received this news. I can honestly say that I’m incredibly proud to be sat amongst a group of individuals who understand the importance of equality. Its key to our team ethos across the businesses, and has fundamentally been at the core and driven some of our success stories to date…”

We extend our gratitude to JP Morgan and Beauhurst, and our congratulations to all the other women who featured! Together, we are redefining what’s possible, paving the way for a brighter and more inclusive future for women in business…

Showcase Interiors Stands Strong for Childhood Cancer Awareness

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Throughout September, the Showcase Group has united in support of Children with Cancer UK, a cause that means so much to us all.

Our teams across Showcase Interiors, Showcase PSR Portsdown, and Renovo Services LLP have proudly worn yellow ribbons to mark Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Whether in the office, performing site visits, or even walking our office pups, we’ve made sure to be loud and proud in raising awareness and sparking conversation about this vital cause.

If you’re able, we invite you to join us this September in donating to Children with Cancer UK to support children battling cancer: Make A Donation | Cancer Donation | Children with Cancer UK

Every small act of support makes a meaningful difference in the lives of children with cancer and their families.

The Showcase Shiners Shine Bright for Cancer Research!

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A huge congratulations to our incredible Showcase Shiners who took part in the Shine Night Walk for Cancer Research UK (CRUK) this weekend! Our amazing team completed the challenging 10km walk through West London in 2 hours and 20 minutes – just before the rain poured down!

The evening was perfect for taking in the sights, walking through iconic locations like Chelsea, Buckingham Palace, Sloane Square, and crossing both the Chelsea and Albert Bridges before finishing at Battersea Park.

We are immensely proud of the team, who have already raised over £1,450 for this important cause. Cancer research touches so many lives, and every contribution helps make a difference. If you’d like to support, there’s still time to donate! Every donation, big or small, counts: Showcase Shiners (cancerresearchuk.org)

Thank you to everyone who has supported the Showcase Shiners so far. Well done, team – you’ve made us all incredibly proud!

Showcase Supports Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

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Every day in the UK, 10 children and young people will receive the devastating news that they have cancer.

That is why, this September, we are proud to be supporting Childhood Cancer Awareness Month – a cause incredibly close to our hearts both personally and as a business.

In 2022, as a company-wide initiative, we engaged with the incredible Teens Unite Fighting Cancer, supporting them by building and donating bikes to young people to improve both physical fitness and mental well-being following their treatment. Teens Unite strives to aid young people not only physically, but also in making friends and learning skills.

“It’s given him the freedom and opportunity to get out and about and active again after all of his treatment and surgery.” – Mum of Finley, diagnosed with Ewing Sarcoma, age 13.

This year, we are proud to support Children with Cancer UK through donations, whilst equipping our teams across Showcase Interiors Ltd, Showcase PSR Portsdown, and Renovo Services LLP with Gold Ribbons to encourage conversation, awareness, and further support for such a vital cause.

If you are able to, we hope that this September, you will consider joining us in support of those living with childhood and teenage cancer:

Teens Unite Fighting Cancer | Support for teenagers and young adults living with and beyond cancer

Make A Donation | Cancer Donation | Children with Cancer UK

We look forward to future opportunities to collaborate and engage with such critical causes.

Showcase Summer Conference, Dubrovnik 2024

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Early doors on 6th June and the entire Showcase group set-off on the 10th Annual Summer Conference. Departing from Stansted, Gatwick, Heathrow, and Manchester airports to celebrate, destination Dubrovnik, Croatia. Known for its medieval architecture, laid back culture, and paradise surroundings bordering the Adriatic coastlines, Dubrovnik was the perfect place to set the scene for the celebrations of a milestone year.

Having briefly touched down in Dubrovnik and the team’s first surprise was revealed as the coaches pulled up alongside the picturesque quay side, where a fleet of ten ‘Showcase’ yachts awaited. Leaving the still of the river, the impressive 10 strong yacht fleet dominated the open seas, creating another milestone moment. Mooring up in several scenic spots, some went for a dip, while others lounged on deck, soaking up the sun, often boat hopping to mingle. It was a fantastic way to bond, with laughter and conversation flowing freely as the yachts cruised side by side.

Replacing traditional team building tasks and challenges, Showcase’s approach fostered greater space for genuine conversation and new introductions perfectly matched by the calming surroundings.

Returning back to the hotel, it was time for the long-awaited BBQ on the hotel’s exclusive sunset terrace, with views of Dubrovnik’s old town and mountains. Traditional Croatian dishes were served as the sky turned to sunset. Teams mingled, making new friends with recent recruits and reconnecting with familiar faces. The evening ended on a high note with a lively disco, making the perfect end to a perfect day.

With an early start on the second day, we began our largest summer conference yet held in the hotel’s conference hall. With over 100 attendees, team managers shared updates and successes from across their teams with an outline for future ambitions and goals. Reports of the growth and achievements across Showcase, Showcase PSR, and Renovo outlined the group’s collective progress; with highlights being our expanding departments, sustainability targets, and project milestones.

Moving onto the conference’s breakout sessions, it wasn’t long before the competitive spirit present reappeared. The first challenge took place outdoors, and involved navigating bouncy balls down a track, only using one arm. The first challenge of the day sparked creative solutions, and admittedly, some cheating! The second challenge, a brainteaser, guessing team members’ names from a series of pictures.

With the conference closing, it was by no means the end. Back on the coach, the team received their first hint of the second activity. Receiving the ‘Dubrovnik Team Photo Challenge’ booklet made it evident that they were about to embark on a scavenger hunt through Dubrovnik’s historic Old Town. The challenge presented the opportunity to explore Dubrovnik through its enclosed streets and alleyways, capturing images of famous landmarks such as the gargoyle head and the Jesuit Staircase. As well as learning about Dubrovnik’s culture, the task provided unforgettable memories that will be remembered through all the photos collected.

The team enjoyed some downtime after the challenge, with some returning to the hotel for a splash in the pool whilst others stayed on at the Old Town to explore the quaint shops. Before long, it was time to meet for our farewell dinner at the distinguished Posat, one of Dubrovnik’s top fine dining spots with open terrace views. It provided the perfect set-up for a relaxed and enjoyable evening, filled with great food and time to reflect on our experiences.

The warm hospitality and beautiful scenery were unforgettable, but it was the opportunity to connect with the team that made the truly special. Whether it was chatting on the yachts, competing in breakout sessions, or exploring the city, the event brought everyone closer after a busy six months.

Returning to our offices, the positive energy from our Summer Trip has remained, with team morale remaining high. Dubrovnik 2024 has reinforced the importance of team spirit and quality time, especially important amongst a growing team. As the team look forward to our next adventure, we continue working hard behind the scenes to ensure that the upcoming experiences can be even more memorable.

With feedback echoing ‘the best trip yet’ – Showcase Interiors mission accomplished!

Showcase Christmas Conference 2023 | Spreading Joy in the Streets of London

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Our recent Christmas conference brought together the vibrant spirits of Showcase, Showcase PSR, and Renovo in a conference that transcended the ordinary. From morning to night, we celebrated our year’s successes, shared laughter, and embarked on a heartfelt mission to spread joy beyond the walls of the workplace! 

The day kicked off as managers from each team took to the stage, telling of their triumphs, highlighting collective achievements of the past year, and sharing the aims for the coming year. But it wasn’t all serious business – jokes and laughter flowed, setting the tone for the day ahead. 

Team building took a hilarious turn with activities such as guessing the employees whose faces were morphed together. The competition was on, as teams tried to unravel the comical combinations before them.  

The highlight of each year is undoubtedly the charity portion, and this was our most ambitious yet!  Working closely with The Cardinal Hume Centre, a wonderful organisation devoted to helping families and young people overcome poverty and homelessness, we gave our teams several challenges to complete. 

A super team were gathered to embark on a ‘Revitalise and Build’ mission at The Cardinal Hume Centre. This challenged the group to transform the centre’s dated counselling rooms into welcoming and comfortable spaces. The garden received a makeover, lit with twinkling lights and a newly built playhouse assembled by the group. A Christmas tree stood tall, decorated with care by our hard-working elves. 

Meanwhile, other teams were sent on a scavenger hunt around the streets of London, collecting items to assemble Welcome Packs and Hostel Move Packs. From saucepans to slippers, the essentials were gathered to create a sense of home for those transitioning to The Cardinal Hume Centre’s accommodations. The competition was in full swing, with certain teams causing a stir as they raced to the stores, clearing the shelves ahead of the others.  

The final group remained at the conference venue, packing school backpacks to the brim with essentials and goodies for the young children at The Cardinal Hume Centre.  

Once all teams had returned, it was all-hands-on-deck for our teams to pack the vans to the brim with all the kits, which were delivered directly to Cardinal Hume Centre for immediate use. 

After a day of hard work, success, and giving, we shifted gears to the approaching evening. With a black-tie dress code, the team did not fail to impress. We reconvened for a Christmas dinner and an evening filled with festive spirit!  

Our Christmas conference was not just an event; it was a testament to the power of collaboration, consideration wrapped in laughter, and joy that comes from making a positive impact in the lives of others. Here is to our incredible this festive season! 

Planet Mark Year 2 Business Certification

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Through relentless research, review, and challenging convention, we are proud to announce that Showcase has achieved Planet Mark Year 2 Business Certification.

The Planet Mark Business Certification is an internationally recognised sustainability accreditation that acknowledges continuous progress, encourages action, and builds an empowered community of like-minded individuals.

Our Planet Mark journey has been eye-opening and inspiring in equal measure. Over the past year, we have invested in educating our teams and adopting a more sustainable approach to all aspects of our business, including:

• Reduced waste emissions by approximately 90% by creating more waste weights and disposal routes, resulting in no waste to landfill over the past year.

• Reduced emissions associated with water by 42% and paper by 41%.

• Reduced emissions associated with commuting by approximately 20% and increasing the number of our employees travelling via bicycle by an impressive 118%.

Whilst we are exceptionally proud of our collective efforts, by no means are we stopping there. For 2023-2024, we are aiming for a further 5% decrease in our Carbon Reduction Target, as well as our Carbon Reduction per Employee.

In this crucial #DecadeofAction, measuring our own carbon footprint has been a critical step in reducing our impact on the planet and society.

Our involvement with Planet Mark has also helped protect an area of endangered rainforest thanks to Cool Earth; a charity working alongside rainforest communities to halt deforestation. Our pledge goes directly towards supporting the Asháninka community in Central Peru.

Through our commitment to Planet Mark, we’re also helping the Eden Project – an environmental educational charity building relationships with each other and the living world, exploring how we can work together towards a better future.

We thank everyone who has contributed to our Planet Mark award, and those who continue to play an important role in our sustainability commitment.

We strive to have a responsible, positive impact through our community. Please join us in this movement for change. Together, we are a collective force for good.

The ‘Power’ of Giving | The Museum of Power

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The Client

The Museum of Power is a transformed Water Pumping Station, spanning seven acres and is situated Langford, Essex.

The museum exhibits an impressive array of mechanisms which have powered Britain’s finest autos and locomotives throughout history. It promises an immersive experience, inviting visitors to step back into the history of Britain’s finest Mechanical Engineering, free of charge, and to witness its progress from experimental beginnings to its exceedingly impressive breakthroughs over time. The museum runs educational visits for more than 30 local primary schools a year and hosts various community-based events.

Project Overview

In early 2023, the museum secured a bid with the National Lottery Heritage Fund, to commence its ‘Powering Forward’ project. The bid allocated funds to the museum, allowing them to make improvements to the building structure. This required the museum’s closure for a set period, with extensive building works promising a vastly improved visitor experience.

Both Showcase and Renovo were approached with the request to plan the museum’s interior office space on a voluntary basis. This workspace was comprised of Administration and Management Suites. Attracted by the charitable aspect and the opportunity for both companies to collaborate again, willingly offering their services without cost to the client.

Services

Showcase utilised their Design Team to create a variety of options for the client, with each choice varying in visual aesthetic, but refusing to compromise on the maximisation of space planning. Meetings took place with the client throughout the design phase to clarify finishing details before final sign off. This focused the coordination of furniture delivery to coincide with the completion of the building works.

Sustainability was at the forefront of every decision made throughout the planning stages, using a re-use strategy was implemented to source furniture. Renovo utilised legacy furniture donations, quickly and efficiently, from clients, themselves eager to responsibly get further use from their unwanted furniture.

As like all projects, The Museum of Power was planned and handled with precise due diligence. A comprehensive survey of the site was performed before the Renovo team were ‘all hands on deck’ for delivery and installation. Throughout each stage, organised communications were upheld with the client from all parties.

The project was completed on-time, allowing for the museum to triumphantly re-open to the public in October as planned. The client’s workforce smoothly transitioned into their new and improved offices.

Showcase and Renovo were delighted to receive praise ahead of the museum’s re-opening, including the client’s gratitude of the furniture donations and the efficiency of the project’s implementation.

Both Showcase’s Emma Boreham and Renovo’s Danny Rutter jointly express their gratitude for the opportunity to help a local cause: “Showcase and Renovo are grateful for the privilege to, once again, aid a local beneficiary. It’s wonderful to engage and help people in the local community with our services. We are looking forward to visiting the museum in the near future with our team. As always, we are on the lookout for similar local projects to support moving forward.”

Showcase Scores Big with Local Fire Services

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In keeping with our growing commitments to developing our social values, we are pleased to announce that Showcase, alongside Showcase PSR and Renovo, are proud sponsors of our local Emergency Services Football Teams, including: 

 

  • Essex Fire Service Open Age Football Team 
  • Essex Fire Service Veterans Football Team 
  • Cambridgeshire Fire Service Football Team 
  • Hampshire Fire Service Football Team 

 

It is a joy to see our branding emblazoned on the stellar teams’ kits, worn by exceptional players, both on the pitch and in their respective workplaces. This sponsorship serves as a testament to the Essex, Cambridgeshire, and Hampshire Fire Services for the unhindered support they show our local communities, which we are extremely thankful for.
 

Many thanks to Ongar Fire and Rescue services for kindly inviting us for an action-packed visit to meet the crew and gain insights from inside their station (and fire engine!). Though our team may look like naturals in their fireman’s gear, rest assured they will not be quitting their day jobs!   

 

Showcase, Showcase PSR, and Renovo highly anticipate the seasons of triumph that lay ahead. Our teams look forward to attending future matches together and sharing our unwavering support.  

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