As a partner for the military for over 30 years Sodexo continually looks to support and provide employment opportunities to those leaving the military and it is ‘delighted’ to have seven employees recognised at these awards.
The winners will be announced at a gala dinner taking place at The London Intercontinental, The O2 on 2 December 2021. The seven finalists include:
- Military Values in Business Award finalist: Robert Parry, general manager, Army Headquarters
- New Service Leaver of the Year Award finalist: Samantha Prime, logistics service manager, Merville Barracks, Colchester
- Outstanding Achiever of the Year Award finalist: Craig Hill-Lyons, account director (MOJ contract)
- Reservist of the Year Award finalist: Nick Mackey, RAF reservist chef and head chef for the Officers’ Mess at Army headquarters
- Role Model of the Year Award finalist: Mark Fryer, service manager, St Omer Barracks in Aldershot
- Service Leaver of the Year Award finalist: Richard Horsman, soft services operations manager, Colchester Garrison
- Young Leader of the Year finalist: Mike Mercer, catering manager, Ward barracks, Bulford
Paul Anstey, chief executive of Government at Sodexo UK & Ireland said: “As a leading employer of choice for veterans, reservists and forces families, we understand the value and skills people with a military connection can bring to a business. We are extremely proud and delighted to have seven finalists at this year’s British Ex-Forces in Business Awards and we wish them luck for the 2 December.
“This is a phenomenal achievement and fabulous recognition for the talented individuals we have within Sodexo who have made a successful transition from the military into civilian life and help deliver excellence to our clients, customers and colleagues every day.”