Workplaces will have countless people that are instrumental in facilitating success. They are the constants that provide the glue in many organisations but may not get the spotlight or recognition that they deserve. This category aims to change that and celebrate those that quietly go about making big impacts.

A profession is only as strong as its next generation. This category recognises future stars that are inspiring others to develop and grow as future workplace leaders. They would help those that have gone before them to understand new thinking and approaches and be bold in their ambition for the profession moving forward.

A profession that doesn’t evolve and innovate will quickly go stale. This category recognises those that dared to be different, to go against convention and that believed in better, despite many doubting them. Their experiences will inspire others to follow. They are challengers. Disrupter. Our workplace innovators.

Someone who has made a significant impact in their organisation and can demonstrate that they have improved workplace experience for their workforce. They would showcase exceptional leadership skills which would include clear communication (both within their team and with senior stakeholders), a focus on development of the next generation of leader and sharing of best practice for the benefit of the wider community.

A strong community is a diverse and inclusive one. Those in this category will work hard, either within their organisation or across the profession, to create a professional family that is open to everyone, behaves responsibly and makes a greater contribution to wider society.

Critical thinking and fresh insights are the ingredients that allow professions to develop, evolve and grow. This category recognises people that have developed cutting edge ideas that have helped shape practice and inspire further research. They present ideas in a digestible and engaging way that compels people to think and do different.