42013079 - Alumni Newsletter_Summer 2021_v10

NEWS FROM THE TOP

VALUES You never know the real strength of your company until it meets a stern test; the last 18 months has most certainly been challenging! We are not perfect. But our updated values – being responsible; being genuine; being collaborative; being bold – have really been in evidence this past year. When we reviewed and re-launched our new set of values last November, I remember discussing them within the company. “When tough time comes, your values guide your actions instinctively”. I had no idea those words were going to be so relevant, so soon.

COVID-19 has been stressful for lots of people – in the business and outside. I feel our company values have been really important. Being respectful of others’ personal

– and commitment to our common cause and to the business have been hugely beneficial during this difficult time. I know many colleagues have gone above and beyond to help the business and each other succeed.

circumstances, pulling together to help each

other – especially in dealing with increased workloads

RESILIENCE COVID-19 has proved that once we are all unified by both the need and the action plan, we have the people, skills and energy to steer us on the right course. I’m incredibly proud of the resilience, adaptability and positivity demonstrated by our people. My thanks go to all of them. After a year when we have had to rethink our industries and our lives, we look forward to a year full of purpose, adaptability, inclusion and innovation.

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