Specsavers in focus after platinum award
A Stirling optician branch has scooped a top award for being a leader in people management.
Specsavers Stirling won the‘Platinum Employer of the year’at the Investors in People Awards.
The awards celebrate the best people management practices among Investors in People accredited businesses and this year winners were announced at an awards ceremony and dinner at The Roundhouse, Camden, on November 28.
The awards were hosted by comedian Russell Kane with winners announced by the voice of Strictly Come Dancing, Alan Dedicoat.
Susanne Akil, of Specsavers Stirling, said:“The standard we have achieved at the highest level reflects our investment in the team, training, ongoing development and focus to provide the very best care and advice to our customers.
“Being an Investor in People encompasses not only our team but equally and just as importantly, our loyal customers.”
Paul Devoy, Head of Investors in People, said:“This year’s Investors in People Awards were an inspirational celebration of best practice across our international community.
“It was fantastic to see so many worthy organisations nominated for outstanding performance in their approach to people management.
“I commend Specsavers for their dedication to improving the quality of work for their employees.
“Congratulations to Specsavers Stirling on becoming 2018’s Platinum Employer of the Year.”