Celebrating Success: Laura Wins Colleague Kudos Award

We are absolutely delighted to share that Laura has been named as one of the winners of this year’s Colleague Kudos Award at our Group Annual Awards Ceremony.

The Colleague Kudos Award is particularly special because it is voted for by colleagues across the entire Group. It recognises the individual who consistently makes a positive difference, someone whose impact is felt not just within their own team, but across the wider business. To be recognised by peers in this way speaks volumes.

Laura has been with us for just over a year, yet in that time she has made an extraordinary impression.

From day one, she has brought an energy and enthusiasm that is both authentic and infectious. Whether she’s collaborating with colleagues, supporting her team, or going the extra mile for clients and candidates, Laura shows up with a positivity that lifts those around her. It’s this consistent approach that has earned her the respect and appreciation of so many across the business.

But what makes this award even more meaningful is that Laura’s impact extends far beyond internal relationships. She has built strong, trusted partnerships with the HR professionals and hiring managers she supports. Her clients value her responsiveness, honesty and ability to truly understand their recruitment challenges. At the same time, candidates consistently praise her for her communication, guidance and genuine care throughout the recruitment process. She doesn’t just fill roles, she builds relationships and creates positive experiences.

Colleague Kudos is about recognising someone who makes a real difference. Laura does exactly that.

She embodies the qualities we strive for as a business: professionalism, collaboration, accountability and a people-first mindset. She is generous with her time, supportive of others’ success and always willing to share knowledge. Her colleagues describe her as dependable, approachable and relentlessly positive, someone who makes work better simply by being part of the team.

Awards like this remind us that success isn’t just measured in numbers. It’s reflected in the way we support one another, the standards we set and the trust we build with our clients and candidates.

Laura, congratulations. It is great to see that this is the second year in a row a team member from Ashley Kate has won a Colleague Kudos award, with Cameron Davies winning last year!

This recognition is richly deserved, and we are incredibly proud of you.

HR professionals across the West Midlands: If you’re looking for a recruitment partner who brings energy, integrity and a genuine commitment to delivering results, Laura would love to connect. Reach out to start a conversation about how she can support your hiring needs.