I thought the whole day was inspirational.–Wendy Lloyd, Head of Community Investment, Barclays
The conference was full of great ideas, but what made it truly inspirational was the way the ideas had been turned into actions with fantastic results. It was inspiring to meet so many people showing incredible drive and determination to take their ideas forward, and maximise the potential of their people.–Andy Crossey, Group Talent Management Director, CapGemini
The Peer Awards Conference is a fantastic arena for networking and learning from other organisations and individuals in a different way, more informal and yet very professional.–Ruxandra Ratiu, International Projects Manager, Citizenship Foundation
I thought the Awards Ceremony was both inspirational and enjoyable. And what a great venue!–Tiina Paju-Pomfret, Training Manager, Bupa Business Technology Training
Thank you for a great opportunity to find out what others are doing. This has left me energised to go away and do something different.–Ann De Cruz, Talent Manager, Ramada Jarvis Hotels
Enjoyed it, learnt loads, see mountains to climb! Started out at 5:15am and so the fact that I am still awake is testimony to the interest. Thanks for the coaching. Thank you to all who organised it.–Annette Cairns, Organisational Development Manager, Ramsay Health Care UK
A well planned and enjoyable day. I met interesting people and took away practical learnings. They were a warm and receptive audience during my presentation. Excellent.–Carol Wilson, Managing Director and Author, Performance Coach Training
Great intimate venue and event. Relaxed atmosphere that encourages true sharing of ideas and learning.–Catherine Dalziel, Learning and Development Manager, Pizza Express
Great event, really love the style and informal approach.–Fleur Newton-Edwards, Learning and Development Manager, Legal & General
Excellent networking. Loved the peer circles. Really benefitted from the support provided prior to the conference.–Georgina Havers, Principal Training Specialist, PPD
Great people, great contacts, great ideas.–Henry Stewart, Founder and CEO, Happy
Conference was most enjoyable and different from most conferences.–Jane Boswell, Corporate Responsibility Manager, IPC Media
Great day with excellent people.–Jonathan Brookes, CSR Manager, Lakehouse
Fantastic case study material, relaxed and interactive environment, great people
–Kate Graham, Head of Marketing, Red Tray
Good organisation and very good finalists.–Luis Rios, Head of Sustainability and CSR, Rackspace
Good event - good mix/variety of case studies. Like the fact that the winners are voted for by the audience - makes you feel like you have made a genuine contribution by voting.–Rachel Sparrow, Research & Development Consultant, EDF Energy
Excellent day. Great to talk with people who have been through similar experiences.–Roxanne Lorimer, Head of Capability Building, RBS
I have enjoyed the conference, especially from raising awareness on some topics and now having the opportunity to continue to connect with peers.–Sylvain Friedman, Global Cross Service Line Learning Leader, Ernst & Young Global Ltd.
Exposure and recognition for everyone shortlisted, and not just for winners.
Influence others with your interesting ideas by presenting at conference. Possibly win a coveted Peer Award and even be featured in the national press.
In a special supplement published annually in the centre of The Independent newspaper we celebrate the initiatives of the Peer Award winners and feature all the upcoming year's Peer Awards finalists.
All the finalists explain how their companies assist the community and preserve the environment, attract and retain customers, and nurture and develop staff.
Three distinct days on 26 to 28 June 2013, at Bank of America Merrill Lynch in Central London.
