2006 Awards

   
   
Businesses with more than 250 employees
sponsored by Wales Management Council
   
Carol Bogue-Lloyd, Global Contact Centre Manager, LogicaCMG
“Leadership requires purpose to set the goals, the vision to see where the organisation is going and the values to guide the way towards a successful and sustainable future.”
Roger Evans, Plant Director, Schaeffler (UK) Ltd
“Above all leaders must have a strong will and passion to succeed but also have humility to understand.”
Jeremy Masding, Chief Executive Officer, FIRSTPLUS Financial Group PLC
“The qualities of a leader are demonstrated by setting a clear direction for the company and translating that direction into a unifying purpose. It is about inspiring your team and empowering each within clearly defined boundaries.”
Bobby Tolan, Chief Executive Officer, Creative Outsourcing Solutions International Limited
“Leaders listen, learn, and earn the respect of all of their colleagues by setting a high standard of integrity and compassion even when making difficult decisions.”
Businesses with fewer than 250 employees
sponsored by Business in Focus
 
Sam Lloyd, Managing Director, 7Side Limited
“Good leadership is built on a foundation of mutual respect. Setting an example of honesty, integrity and enthusiasm are fundamental elements.”
Allan Meek, Managing Director, Smoke Control Services Ltd
“The leader sets the tone of the organisation or team so it is vital for leaders to live by the organisations values at all times and to lead by example.”
Ted Sangster, Chief Executive Officer, Milford Haven Port Authority
“One of the most important roles of leaders is to create and promote a common understanding and to create a pride in what each team member contributes.”
Caroline Wheeler, Sales and Marketing Director, Pace Telecom
“Communication, motivation, teamwork and constant learning are all key elements in becoming a good leader.”
Voluntary and not for profit organisations with an annual income of less than £250,000
sponsored by Legal and General
Aran Jones, Chief Executive Officer, Cymuned
“Leadership is about having a vision of what you are trying to achieve, being able to communicate that vision to others, and being able to work together to reach your shared goals.”
Tom Price, Chairman, Landsker Community Credit Union Ltd
“A good leader should have enthusiasm, commitment, drive and initiative, with the ability to accept responsibility and make decisions, all times leading by example.”
   
  Tina Stephens, Chair, North Wales Management Development Network
“To be successful, leaders need to show personal commitment and an active attitude towards goals that will enthuse and encourage others.”
 
   
  Voluntary and not for profit organisations with an annual income of more than £250,000
sponsored by The Leading Wales Awards Consortium.
 
  Mark Gardner, Chief Executive Officer, Eastern Valley Housing Association
“What makes a good leader? – vision; enthusiasm and determination.”
 
  Mutale Nyoni, Chief Executive Officer, BAWSO Ltd
“It is essential that all staff members feel a sense of belonging, ownership and feel valued”
 
  Margaret Pritchard, Chief Executive Officer, George Thomas Hospice Care
“Leadership must be based on total commitment, effective teamwork and valuing all staff.”
 
  Gaynor Richards, Director, Neath Port Talbot Council for Voluntary Service
“A good leader needs to be a coach, mentor, facilitator, delegator, initiator, mediator, networker, problem-solver and visionary.”
 
   
  Public Sector Awards Category
sponsored by TSW
   
  Ruth Dineen, Principal Lecturer, University of Wales Institute, Cardiff
“Leadership is centrally about stimulating the imagination and enthusiasm of others.”
 
  Ken Sawyers, Chief Executive Officer, Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council
“Leadership is about getting results through people; lifelong learning and never accepting anything is impossible!”
 
  Allison Williams, Chief Executive, Ceredigion NHS Trust
 
  Barbara Wilding, Chief Constable, South Wales Police
“An impactive leader is a visionary who makes a difference through inspiring and influencing others to maximise their potential.”
 
   
  Team Leader Category Awards
sponsored by INA Bearings
  Siobhan Cole, Director of Business Development, South Wales Police
“Being able to engage and inspire people at all levels whilst continually promoting the team ethos is essential.”
  Elin Cullen, Head of Facilities Management, Carmarthenshire County Council Education and Children's Services Department
“A good leader needs strong vision and commitment and excellent management skills.”
  Joanne Roderick, Controller Motor Funding, Black Horse
“Good leaders identify individual needs within and around their team, and are able to provide support to maximise potential.”
  Dee Jones, Research Fellow, University of Wales Bangor
“A good leader allows her team to shine, is quick to praise and just as quick to help them learn from mistakes.”
   
Many thanks to ELWa for sponsoring the Award Lunch & Ceremony.


The Leading Wales Awards Consortium wishes to thank all the judges:

Businesses with more than 250 employees
Mark Walker (Hilton), John Bath (Brecon Pharmaceuticals Ltd) and Nigel Walker (BBC Wales Television).

Businesses with less than 250 employees
Brian Morgan (Cardiff Business School), Ian Hopkins (Leo Abse & Cohen), Derek Morgan (Business in Focus) and Lynfa Phillips (Import Agencies
Ltd).

Voluntary and not for profit organisations with annual income less than £250,000
Peter Williams (Common Purpose), Neil Southern (Chartered Management Institute), Jacqui Quantock (Legal & General) and Simon Weston (Weston Spirit).

Voluntary and not for profit organisations with annual income more than £250,000
Wyn Mears (ACCA), Lottie Miller (Rhondda Housing Association Ltd) and Graham Benfield (WCVA).

Public Sector
Christopher Ward (Wales Management Council), Alistair Neill (Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council), Charles Middleton (TSW) and Dr Olwen Williams OBE (Wrexham Maelor Hospital).

Team Leader
Joy Phillips (Dolmans Solicitors), Meinir Rees (Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Plasmawr), Helen Phillips (Commonwealth Games Council for Wales) and Robin Morrison (Church in Wales).

 




 
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