The STAT Group is proud to celebrate the recognition of Jessica Hird, Principal Planner at STAT Planning, who has been named in The Planner’s Women of Influence 2026 list.
The annual list highlights women who are making a significant impact across the planning profession, recognising leadership, dedication and contributions that help shape better places and stronger communities.
Jessica’s recognition comes during the same week as International Women’s Day, providing a timely reminder of the important role women play across the planning industry and the influence they have in creating more inclusive, sustainable and well-designed environments.
Jessica expressed her gratitude to those who nominated her and to the judging panel for recognising the work being done to support communities, colleagues and the wider ambitions of the planning profession.
We would like to congratulate Jessica on this fantastic and well-deserved achievement, and to celebrate all of the inspiring women recognised in this year’s Women of Influence list.