The Audley Spirit Awards were created to recognise people from all across the business, from team members to team leaders, who keep our villages running smoothly and help our owners to live better for longer. This year the event took place on 15th November in the West Midlands. And wow, what an event that was.
This year, over 100 guests were in attendance - General Managers, the senior leadership team, award finalists and, of course, the winners!
Hosted by Sian Hammer and Ross Mounsey (they're booked for The Oscars next year!), the event was bolder, louder, more upbeat, and more energetic than ever. And with more sparkle than has every been seen before. Sequins are apparently this season's must-have!
Team members celebrated in style, with delicious food and drink, immersed in music through the decades (credit to the remarkable band!), and there was no shortage of audience participation. A highlight was undoubtedly Kevin Airs showcasing his hidden talents as a compère - a truly dazzling performance (and that was just his suit), Kevin Hudson donning a ski-jumping suit to make the point that our exceptional team really have gone "above and beyond", and the flash-mob-style performance by GMs and the senior team.
A genuinely outrageously fun event, recognising the amazing individuals and teams who have made such a difference this year. The culmination of hard work and an incredible year.
Keep scrolling to read the winners, or skip ahead to the photo gallery or video.
The Audley Spirit Awards were created to recognise people from all across the business, from team members to team leaders, who keep our villages running smoothly and help our owners to live better for longer. This year the event took place on 15th November in the West Midlands. And wow, what an event that was.
This year, over 100 guests were in attendance - General Managers, the senior leadership team, award finalists and, of course, the winners!
Hosted by Sian Hammer and Ross Mounsey (they're booked for The Oscars next year!), the event was bolder, louder, more upbeat, and more energetic than ever. And with more sparkle than has every been seen before. Sequins are apparently this season's must-have!
Team members celebrated in style, with delicious food and drink, immersed in music through the decades (credit to the remarkable band!), and there was no shortage of audience participation. A highlight was undoubtedly Kevin Airs showcasing his hidden talents as a compère - a truly dazzling performance (and that was just his suit), Kevin Hudson donning a ski-jumping suit to make the point that our exceptional team really have gone "above and beyond", and the flash-mob-style performance by GMs and the senior team.
A genuinely outrageously fun event, recognising the amazing individuals and teams who have made such a difference this year. The culmination of hard work and an incredible year.
Keep scrolling to read the winners, or skip ahead to the photo gallery or video.
Presented by our Regional Operations Directors, Sue McClean and Rob Diaper, this award was won by the incredible team at our Malvern village. Well done Team Ellerslie.
Congratulations also, to the two finalists:
Audley Chalfont Dene, Buckinghamshire
Audley Binswood, Royal Leamington Spa
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Village of the Year
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Village of the Year
Audley Ellerslie, Malvern
Presented by our Regional Operations Directors, Sue McClean and Rob Diaper, this award was won by the incredible team at our Malvern village. Well done Team Ellerslie.
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Congratulations also, to the two finalists:
Audley Chalfont Dene, Buckinghamshire
Audley Binswood, Royal Leamington Spa
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General Manager of the Year
Anja Kozerski
Audley Binswood
Award presented by Regional Operations Directors, Robert Diaper and Sue McClean
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Congratulations also, to the two finalists
Garry Cruise, Audley Willicombe Park
Wilma Gallagher, Audley St Elphin's Park
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This year’s winner is well respected and valued by their peers. They have supported on leading some key initiatives over the last 12 months which have been instrumental in the future growth of our business. At the same time, leading a solid and stable team and delivering exception financial results across each area of our complex business.
Care Branch Manager of the Year
Claire Lavis
Care Branch Manager at Audley Inglewood
Award presented by: Michelle Forbes, Head Of Care, Audley Group
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Congratulations also, to the two finalists
Laura Selby at Audley St George's Place Samantha Woodward at Audley St Elphin's Park
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This award is to recognise those who have demonstrated a high level of expertise together with exceptional skill in a complex world of social care. These leaders have shown the ability to change and adapt to continuously improve their branches to meet essential priorities, always leading by example. The winner of this award has gone above and beyond providing support to many.
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General Manager of the Year
Anja Kozerski
Audley Binswood
Award presented by Regional Operations Directors, Robert Diaper and Sue McClean
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Congratulations also, to the two finalists
Garry Cruise, Audley Willicombe Park
Wilma Gallagher, Audley St Elphin's Park
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This year’s winner is well respected and valued by their peers. They have supported on leading some key initiatives over the last 12 months which have been instrumental in the future growth of our business. At the same time, leading a solid and stable team and delivering exception financial results across each area of our complex business.
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Care Branch Manager of the Year
Claire Lavis
Care Branch Manager at Audley Inglewood
Award presented by: Michelle Forbes, Head Of Care, Audley Group
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Congratulations also, to the two finalists
Laura Selby at Audley St George's Place Samantha Woodward at Audley St Elphin's Park
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This award is to recognise those who have demonstrated a high level of expertise together with exceptional skill in a complex world of social care. These leaders have shown the ability to change and adapt to continuously improve their branches to meet essential priorities, always leading by example. The winner of this award has gone above and beyond providing support to many.
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Sales Consultant of the Year
Gemma Wallace, Audley Stanbridge Earls
Gemma exemplifies company values in behaviour, approach, and motivation.
Award presented by Senior Marketing Managers, Sam Happe and Laura Allen
Ultimate High Achiever - Sales
Oliver Ruggles, Mayfield Watford
Award presented by Sian Hammer, Group Sales & Marketing Director
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Sales Consultant of the Year
Gemma Wallace, Audley Stanbridge Earls
Gemma exemplifies company values in behaviour, approach, and motivation.
Award presented by Senior Marketing Managers, Sam Happe and Laura Allen
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Ultimate High Achiever - Sales
Oliver Ruggles, Mayfield Watford
Award presented by Sian Hammer, Group Sales & Marketing Director
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Ultimate High Achiever - Sales
Karolina Harvey, Audley Fairmile
Award presented by Sian Hammer, Group Sales & Marketing Director
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Ultimate High Achiever - Sales
Karolina Harvey, Audley Fairmile
Award presented by Sian Hammer, Group Sales & Marketing Director
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Ultimate High Achiever - Sales
Jo Meakin, Audley Binswood
Award presented by Sian Hammer, Group Sales & Marketing Director
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Ultimate High Achiever - Sales
Jo Meakin, Audley Binswood
Award presented by Sian Hammer, Group Sales & Marketing Director
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Sales Manager of the Year
Marie Chaulken, Audley Cooper's Hill
Marie is a true leader who is respected and listened to, and who has proven that consistency, tenacity, and creativity is the only way to beat their target. Marie is a true credit to both Audley Group, and to themselves.
Award presented by Gary Langford, Regional Sales Director
Congratulations also to the two Finalists
Tony Gibb at Audley Wycliffe Park, and Karolina Harvey at Audley Fairmile.
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Sales Manager of the Year
Marie Chaulken, Audley Cooper's Hill
Marie is a true leader who is respected and listened to, and who has proven that consistency, tenacity, and creativity is the only way to beat their target. Marie is a true credit to both Audley Group, and to themselves.
Award presented by Gary Langford, Regional Sales Director
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Congratulations also to the two Finalists
Tony Gibb at Audley Wycliffe Park, and Karolina Harvey at Audley Fairmile.
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Ultimate High Performers - Village
All of our team members up and down the country work extremely hard in making a difference to people’s lives and engaging with them to give them the best retirement possible. The following people have been nominated by their fellow team members for going above and beyond in the services they all deliver showcasing the Audley values on a day-to-day basis. This award recognises and celebrates these ultimate high performers as being exceptional in everything that they do.
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Ultimate High Performers - Village
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All of our team members up and down the country work extremely hard in making a difference to people’s lives and engaging with them to give them the best retirement possible. The following people have been nominated by their fellow team members for going above and beyond in the services they all deliver showcasing the Audley values on a day-to-day basis. This award recognises and celebrates these ultimate high performers as being exceptional in everything that they do.
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Steven Truslove Maintenance Operative Audley Binswood
Patrick Letham Operations Manager Audley Sunningdale Park
Thomas Lakins Facilities Assistant Audley St George's Place
Justine Miles Receptionist Audley Willicombe Park
Chris Cozens Facilities Manager Audley Stanbridge Earls
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Ultimate High Performers - Care
This award is to honour the high standards delivered by our care teams up and down the country. These individuals have been nominated by their fellow team members for going above and beyond in the services they deliver in line with the Audley values.
Award presented by Michelle Forbes, Audley Group Head of Care and Hayley Scarborough, Regional Quality & Compliance Lead
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Ultimate High Performers - Care
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This award is to honour the high standards delivered by our care teams up and down the country. These individuals have been nominated by their fellow team members for going above and beyond in the services they deliver in line with the Audley values.
Award presented by Michelle Forbes, Audley Group Head of Care and Hayley Scarborough, Regional Quality & Compliance Lead
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Jemma Miller Care Coordinator, Audley Binswood
Roshini Fernando Resource Planner, Audley Chalfont Dene
Hollie Brady Senior Carer, Audley Clevedon
Hana Lakatosova Personal Care Assistant, Audley Cooper's Hill
Heather Brazier Personal Care Assistant, Audley Ellerslie
Cassie Collin Night Carer, Audley Sunningdale Park
Satinder Sikri Senior Carer, Mayfield Watford
Samantha Geal Senior Carer, Audley Willicombe Park
Rosalind Newland Personal Care Assistant, Audley Fairmile
Lorna Foster Deputy Care Branch Manager, Audley Inglewood
Amanda Sunnucks-Chapman Personal Care Assistant, Audley Mote House
Tina Wylder Personal Care Assistant, Audley Nightingale Place
Louise Summers-Player Senior Carer, Audley Redwood
Joanne Nunn Senior Carer, Audley St Elphin's Park
Aneesa Rahnaz Care Coordinator, Audley St George's Place
Paula Rigby Care Coordinator, Audley Stanbridge Earls
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Jemma Miller Care Coordinator, Audley Binswood
Roshini Fernando Resource Planner, Audley Chalfont Dene
Hollie Brady Senior Carer, Audley Clevedon
Hana Lakatosova Personal Care Assistant, Audley Cooper's Hill
Heather Brazier Personal Care Assistant, Audley Ellerslie
Cassie Collin Night Carer, Audley Sunningdale Park
Satinder Sikri Senior Carer, Mayfield Watford
Samantha Geal Senior Carer, Audley Willicombe Park
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Rosalind Newland Personal Care Assistant, Audley Fairmile
Lorna Foster Deputy Care Branch Manager, Audley Inglewood
Amanda Sunnucks-Chapman Personal Care Assistant, Audley Mote House
Tina Wylder Personal Care Assistant, Audley Nightingale Place
Louise Summers-Player Senior Carer, Audley Redwood
Joanne Nunn Senior Carer, Audley St Elphin's Park
Aneesa Rahnaz Care Coordinator, Audley St George's Place
Paula Rigby Care Coordinator, Audley Stanbridge Earls
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Values Awards
This year we introduced Values and Culture Awards, voted for by team members throughout the business. We received over 870 nominations. Congratulations to the winners!
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Values Awards
This year we introduced Values and Culture Awards, voted for by team members throughout the business. We received over 870 nominations. Congratulations to the winners!
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Values Award - Proud
Jack Worthy Facilities Manager, Audley St Elphin's Park Presented by: Gary Burton, Audley Group CFO
Values Award - Enriching
Anne-Marie Taylor Receptionist, Audley Wycliffe Park Presented by: Mark Sadler, Group General Counsel
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Values Award - Proud
Jack Worthy Facilities Manager, Audley St Elphin's Park Presented by: Gary Burton, Audley Group CFO
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Values Award - Enriching
Anne-Marie Taylor Receptionist, Audley Wycliffe Park Presented by: Mark Sadler, Group General Counsel
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Values Award - Caring
Natalie Roberts-Head Customer Services Assistant, Mayfield Watford Presented by: Lynn Vellin, Group HR Director
Values Award - Exceptional
Zoe Earnshaw Food & Beverage Supervisor, Audley St Elphin's Park Presented by: Kevin Hudson, Group Construction Director (aka Eddie the Eagle)
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Values Award - Caring
Natalie Roberts-Head Customer Services Assistant, Mayfield Watford Presented by: Lynn Vellin, Group HR Director
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Values Award - Exceptional
Zoe Earnshaw Food & Beverage Supervisor, Audley St Elphin's Park Presented by: Kevin Hudson, Group Construction Director (aka Eddie the Eagle)
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Culture Awards
This year we introduced Values and Culture Awards, voted for by team members throughout the business. We received over 870 nominations. Congratulations to the winners!
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Culture Awards
This year we introduced Values and Culture Awards, voted for by team members throughout the business. We received over 870 nominations. Congratulations to the winners!
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Central Support
Rebecca Groves Accounts Assistant, Central Egham Office Presented by: Shaun Swanepoel, Group Finance Director
Newcomer
Sam Stevenson Receptionist, Audley Willicombe Park Presented by: Matt Nicholson, Planning Director
The Audley Foundation
Jo Meakin Sales Manager, Audley Binswood Presented by: John Nettleton, Audley Group Land Director
For their consistent help, volunteering their time to support The Audley Foundation on marketing, events, and fundraising efforts, special mentions to;
Lauren Barnes Claire Atkins Liz Hennequin Harshil Shah Sue McClean
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Central Support
Rebecca Groves Accounts Assistant, Central Egham Office Presented by: Shaun Swanepoel, Group Finance Director
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Newcomer
Sam Stevenson Receptionist, Audley Willicombe Park Presented by: Matt Nicholson, Planning Director
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The Audley Foundation
Jo Meakin Sales Manager, Audley Binswood Presented by: John Nettleton, Audley Group Land Director
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For their consistent help, volunteering their time to support The Audley Foundation on marketing, events, and fundraising efforts, special mentions to;
Lauren Barnes Claire Atkins Liz Hennequin Harshil Shah Sue McClean
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Socially Responsible
Charlie Osei Audley Academy Partner, Central Egham Office
Presented by: Phil Rolfe, Group Planning Director
This team member has really demonstrated the very essence of ESG.
ESG underpins everything we do, it guides how we will construct new villages, how we provide our services and care for our owners, it guides the principles of how we interact with our fellow team members to create a positive impact on the lives of everyone we engage with, day in and day out and whilst doing all of this, trying to make the smallest footprint we possibly can on our Environment and importantly, improving it wherever we can!
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Socially Responsible
Charlie Osei Audley Academy Partner, Central Egham Office
Presented by: Phil Rolfe, Group Planning Director
This team member has really demonstrated the very essence of ESG.
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ESG underpins everything we do, it guides how we will construct new villages, how we provide our services and care for our owners, it guides the principles of how we interact with our fellow team members to create a positive impact on the lives of everyone we engage with, day in and day out and whilst doing all of this, trying to make the smallest footprint we possibly can on our Environment and importantly, improving it wherever we can!
Last night was brilliant - well done. Made me very proud of us all!
Nick Sanderson, Audley Group CEO
Thank you so much for such a wonderful night. The band were amazing, Kevin Hudson is a total legend and the entertainment by our very own talent pool was fab. Thank you.
I just wanted to say a huge thank you for everything you did for the Spirit Awards – I think it was hands down the best one we’ve had and one to remember!
Thanks again – it was phenomenal.
Gary Langford, Regional Sales Director
Today was heartwarming, exciting, impressive, and absolutely hilarious (Kevin Airs!). What an incredible evening, I felt extremely proud to present an award. Congratulations to all the winners.
Sam Happe, Senior Marketing Manager - Digital
Just a note to say thanks for all your efforts last night – It was an incredible event, really amazing energy, and brilliantly executed. Great stuff! Loved it.
Mark Sadler, Group General Counsel
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Feedback from the 2023 Audley Spirit Awards
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Last night was brilliant - well done. Made me very proud of us all!
Nick Sanderson, Audley Group CEO
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Thank you so much for such a wonderful night. The band were amazing, Kevin Hudson is a total legend and the entertainment by our very own talent pool was fab. Thank you.
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I just wanted to say a huge thank you for everything you did for the Spirit Awards – I think it was hands down the best one we’ve had and one to remember!
Thanks again – it was phenomenal.
Gary Langford, Regional Sales Director
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Today was heartwarming, exciting, impressive, and absolutely hilarious (Kevin Airs!). What an incredible evening, I felt extremely proud to present an award. Congratulations to all the winners.
Sam Happe, Senior Marketing Manager - Digital
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Just a note to say thanks for all your efforts last night – It was an incredible event, really amazing energy, and brilliantly executed. Great stuff! Loved it.
Mark Sadler, Group General Counsel
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Interested in who won last year?
Read last year's winners, and watch the infamous 'Party Rockers' video.
