Winners crowned at The Great British Workplace Wellbeing Awards with Wellity

Following the shortlisting of over 150 finalists, the esteemed Great British Workplace Wellbeing Awards with Wellity judging panel chose winners for each of the Awards’ 25 categories.

Winners were announced last night in a glamorous Gala Final ceremony held at the Park Plaza, Riverbank, London.

Two overall winners were announced at the end of the night: Samantha Cartwright was named The Great British Workplace Wellbeing Hero of the Year, and South Western Ambulance NHS were named The Great British Workplace Wellbeing Company of the Year.

Launched by Wellity and Niki Dowdall of GRC World Forums, the Awards programme shines a spotlight on those positively changing the lives of the Great British workforce.

The Gala Final marks a culmination in the Awards’ mission to recognise and champion the incredible steps taken by many employers, service providers and individuals in response to our global wellbeing crisis.

The ceremony was hosted by Sadie Restorick & Simon Scott-Nelson, co-founders of Wellity. The evening also gave guests the opportunity to connect with their fellow attendees.

Wellity co-founder, Sadie Restorick, said:

“It was an honour to be part of such a special and inspiring event, celebrating the hard work and dedication of those passionate about improving wellbeing in the workplace.

“Witnessing such joy and pride, in a room filled with wonderful people making a tangible difference, gives a compelling message of hope and reminds us all that with unwavering commitment, perseverance, and purpose, we can drive change for the better.”

Wellity co-founder, Simon Scott-Nelson, said:

“It was a privilege to co-host the 2024 Great British Workplace Wellbeing Awards and experience the immense power of unity, selflessness, and altruism among such wonderful people. The stories behind the applications were heartwarming, compelling and all highly worthy of praise, with people coming together in the joint pursuit of improving the working lives of their colleagues. 

“These Awards are a special celebration of personal journeys, collaborative teamwork, and impassioned leadership, which make people feel motivated and inspired to help others around them feel better every day.”

Co-founder of The Great British Workplace Wellbeing Awards, Niki Dowdall said:

“I am deeply moved by the dedication and commitment displayed by organisations across our nation towards fostering environments that prioritize the health, happiness and wellbeing of their employees.

“I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all the nominees and winners of the Great British Workplace Wellbeing Awards here tonight. Your dedication and passion serve as a testament to the transformative power of prioritising wellbeing in the workplace.”

 

The Great British Workplace Wellbeing Awards with Wellity winners 2024 are:

The Great British Workplace Wellbeing Hero of the Year:

• Samantha Cartwright

The Great British Workplace Wellbeing Company of the Year:

• South Western Ambulance NHS

 

Male Health Advocate Award Matt Young, Who Needs Instructions	Best Wellbeing Service Provider Award Octopus Money
Female Health Advocate Award Debra Holloway, Guy’s & St. Thomas’ NHS Trust	Best Wellbeing in the Workplace Strategy SME Award: Lancashire Football Association
Female Health Advocate Award Alice Moger, Kelly Gordon & Sarwat Gilani, England Netball	Best Wellbeing in the Workplace Strategy Public Sector Award South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust
Support Network of the Year Award Visiting Angels	Best Wellbeing in the Workplace Strategy Large Company Award Sony Interactive Entertainment
Best Employee Network & Resource Group Award Teamitg	Best Wellbeing in the Workplace Strategy Large Company Award Liaison Group
Best DE&I Initiative Award AtkinsRéalis Allyship Programme	Best Use of Tech Award Maya CARE CIC
Wellbeing Team of the Year Award Experian	Best Wellbeing in the Workplace Strategy Emergency Services Award Sandy Powdrell, Humberside Police
Most Inspiring Senior Leader of the Year Award Richard Stevens, Go South West	Best Physical Wellbeing Initiative Award Legal & General
Most Inspiring HR Leader of the Year Award Georgia Dixon, Access HR Ltd	Best Mental Wellbeing Initiative Award Wincanton
Most Inspiring Employee of the Year Award Samantha Cartwright, London Luton Airport	Best Financial Wellbeing Initiative Award University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB)
Lifetime Commitment to Wellbeing Award Dr. Pamela Gellatly, HCML	Recognition for Excellence and Outstanding Engagement Award Beyondly
Breaking the Silence Award Ruth Pott, BAM UK and Ireland

 

Highly Commended:

 

Most Inspiring Senior Leader of the Year Award Gail Weeks, Nokia	Breaking the Silence Award Kelly Rooks, Northumbria Police
Most Inspiring HR Leader of the Year Award Andrea Lansbury, Benefit Cosmetics	Best Wellbeing in the Workplace Strategy Emergency Services Award: College of Paramedics
Most Inspiring Employee of the Year Award Hayley Stevens, NHS Essex	Best Mental Wellbeing Initiative Award Birmingham Airport Ltd

 

 

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