As we approach the end of the financial year, the Useful Simple Trust is delighted to recognise a number of professional milestones achieved by colleagues across Expedition Engineering, Useful Projects, and Useful Studio.

These achievements reflect not only individual commitment and expertise, but also the value we place on creating space for learning and development alongside day-to-day work.

Matteo Attanasio, Senior Structural Engineer

Chartered Engineer – Institution of Structural Engineers

Matteo has achieved Chartered Engineer status (MIStructE), a widely respected professional benchmark within structural engineering. This recognition reflects his technical capability and commitment to the profession, and connects him to a global network of peers, researchers, and practitioners.

John Stirling, Energy Consultant

Certified Passive House Consultant – Passive House Institute

John has qualified as a Certified Passive House Consultant, strengthening his ability to support performance-led design. The certification builds on his expertise in modelling residential energy use and contributes to our wider work in delivering efficient, comfortable, low-energy buildings.

Jaudat Kamran, Commercial Project Manager

Chartered Global Management Accountant – Chartered Institute of Management Accountants

Jaudat has completed his exams on his way to becoming Chartered Global Management Accountant (CIMA), further developing his expertise in financial management and commercial strategy. This qualification supports his role in managing project financials, assessing risk, and contributing to informed, data-led decision-making across projects.

Carolyn Bowman, Senior Sustainability Consultant

Postgraduate Certificate in Interdisciplinary Design for the Built Environment – University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership

Carolyn has completed her Postgraduate Certificate with the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership and is due to graduate later this year. The programme focuses on collaborative, cross-disciplinary approaches to shaping a more sustainable built environment, strengthening both knowledge and leadership skills.

Congratulations to all involved.