The Wales HR Awards spotlighted the outstanding contributions of HR professionals across Wales.
- Ogi emerged as a key winner, securing the title of HR Team of the Year.
- Sarah King from Gower College Swansea stood out by winning the prestigious HR Star award.
- Several organizations, including Freshwater and Adra, were recognized for innovative HR strategies.
- The awards underscored the vital role HR plays in the evolving business landscape.
Ogi highlighted the list of winners at the fifth annual Wales HR Awards by securing the prestigious HR Team of the Year title, underlining their significant contributions to human resources. This accolade was complemented by Lisa Hand, Ogi’s HR Director, receiving the HR Director of the Year award, celebrating her exemplary leadership and strategic vision.
The event, hosted by Sian Lloyd at Cardiff’s Parkgate Hotel, was a testament to the diverse talents within the HR sector. Gower College Swansea also emerged with notable accolades; Sarah King, their HR Director, was honored with the coveted HR Star award, acknowledging her exceptional contributions. Additionally, Gower College claimed awards for Best Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy, and Best HR Initiative, further cementing their innovative approach.
Freshwater was recognized as the Employer of Choice and for the Best Response to Covid-19, illustrating their commitment to adaptability and resilience. Social housing provider Adra, alongside Grŵp Cynefin, achieved recognition for the Best Use of the Welsh Language in HR, a crucial acknowledgment of cultural integration within business practices.
The awards also celebrated individual excellence. Angela Overment from development agency Cwmpas was named Outstanding HR Professional of the Year. Choose to Grow, recognized as the HR Consultancy of the Year, exemplifies the importance of specialized HR consultancy in driving business success.
The awards ceremony, backed by sponsors such as Acorn, Darwin Gray, and Quantum Advisory, highlighted the exceptional standards within Welsh HR practices. Remarks by Bernard Ward from Acorn and Fflur Jones from Darwin Gray, emphasized the crucial role HR plays in modern business, especially in post-pandemic recovery and development.
These awards highlight the pivotal role HR professionals play in fostering organizational success and resilience.
