Leger Holidays annual Awards & Christmas Party 2018
Our Annual Awards and Christmas Party
On the 18th November, Leger head office staff were joined at the Sitwell Golf Club in Rotherham by our coach crews and battlefield guides to get into the Christmas spirit.
And, yes... we know what you're thinking, Christmas in November?! With many of our coach crews whisking you lovely lot off to the Christmas markets and on your festive escapes throughout December, we had to get in their diaries early!
But, it's all for good reason, as this year, we've combined our Christmas party with our annual Drivers Awards, as well as our Battlefield Guide Award and awards for our Head Office staff.
Our awards recognize the hard work put in from our staff across all operations of the business, and whilst every member of staff is invaluable in providing our customers with the best experiences on a Leger holiday, there could only be a handful of winners. So, without further ado, here are our big winners of the night.
Driver of the Year
Awarded for driving ability, excellent destination knowledge, high levels of customer service, and commitment to their role.
- In third place: Mike Brannan
- Coming in second place: John Doyle
- And our 2018 Driver of the Year is: Nana
Coach Crew of the Year
Awarded to crews who have demonstrated outstanding levels of teamwork, excellent customer rapport, and a positive approach to their tours.
- In third place: Mike & Keiron
- In second place: Pete & Sandra
- And, drum roll please... our Coach Crew of the Year for 2018 is: Nana & Leah
We're always thrilled to hear how our coach crews have such a positive impact on your holidays and the Coach Crew Awards are always very close. There are a number of crews who have also had an excellent year who were also acknowledged with the Coach Crew Special Recognition Award. The following crews were named for this special accolade: Paul & Lisa, Adam & Paul, Steve & Danny, Tony & John, Ivo & Dean.
Driver Newcomer of the Year
This award recognizes an individual who has made an outstanding contribution in their role, demonstrating initiative, enthusiasm, and aptitude in their first season of driving for Leger.
- And the winner is: Danny Wilson
Battlefield Guide Award
Our Battlefield Guides offer such a diverse wealth of knowledge and experience, and each of them shines in their own light. Our Battlefield Guide Award not only focuses on a guide's outstanding knowledge and commitment but also acknowledges an individual who has demonstrated great compassion and empathy, as well as going above and beyond their role, assisting passengers in difficult circumstances.
- The winner of the award is: David Warren
Employee of the Year
It's not very often you get to see the faces behind the operations at Leger HQ, but their work certainly doesn't go unnoticed. From piecing together our intricate itineraries to the minute-by-minute timings of your holiday, from the staff members who answer your phone calls to those who produce the brochures you so eagerly await dropping on your door mat, our head office is a hive of activity, and for the first time, this hard work has been recognized in the award ceremonies. Awarded to the employees who have shown enthusiasm and initiative in tasks over and above their day-to-day roles and responsibilities, here is the rundown for our prestigious Employee of the Year award...
- In third place: Danny Leeming, Operations Executive
- In second place: Caroline Thorpe, Head of Branding and Creative
- And our winner for 2018: Paul Reed, Head Battlefield Guide
Long Service Award
Awarded for loyalty and commitment to the business, this award recognizes the milestone of 25 years of continuous employment with Leger Holidays.
- Susan Porter, Reservations Executive
There are also a number of staff members who hit their milestone of 20 years of continuous employment with Leger this year. Congratulations and thank you to: Lisa Thompson, Customer Relations Executive; Lisa Taylor, Senior Product Executive; Cheryl Hamilton, Product Executive; Caroline Thorpe, Head of Branding and Creative; Tracey Dodds, Pre-Travel Team Executive; Deborah Harris, Reservations Executive; Rachel Steel, Accounts Executive; Ben Hancock, Operations Executive; Danny Leeming, Operations Executive; Julie Richardson, Reservations Manager; Joanne Risdale, Flight Coordinator and Reservations Executive; Craig Rattigan, Senior Developer; Andrew Parkin, Creative Manager.
Newcomer of the Year
And from the long-standing staff members to those making waves in their first year of employment for Leger Holidays. Our winner for 2018 is:
- Katie Weale, Web Design Manager
And, with the formalities over for the evening, it was time for everyone to let their hair down and party the night away!
We'd like to say a huge thank you to PA Entertainments, and the brilliant Undercovered Band who provided the entertainment for the evening.
With another fantastic year almost under our belts, we'd like to say thank you to you all for your continued support, and wish you all a Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year!
