Legacy & Remembrance Award Winner: Damien Kelly, Technical Operations Manager
Salesperson of the Year Winner: Arthur Lynch, Account Director
Bright Spark Award Winner: Hannah Buckley, Senior Marketing Executive
Emerging Talent Award Winner: Ben Stephenson, Graduate Support Analyst – Security
Trail Blazer Award Winner: Claudia Ingoldsby, Legal Officer
Go Getter Award Winner: Walter Ferreira, VMware Presales Lead
Culture Champion Award Winner: Anca Sofan, UI/UX Designer
Technical Person of the Year Winner: Andy Murran, Level 4 Engineer & Level 2 Team Lead
Customer Champion Award Winner: Fergal Quinn, Senior Programme Manager
Project of the Year – Project Bedrock recognises the team that played a pivotal role in delivering the Ergo–Presidio acquisition.
Last Friday, we came together for Ergo’s annual April Kick‑Off and Awards Night — a special occasion that marked our final celebration as Ergo as we prepare to begin the next chapter as Presidio.
It was an evening dedicated to recognising the incredible work, commitment, and collaboration of our colleagues across the business, and celebrating a standout year of strong performance in which we delivered results and achieved our ambitious goals together.
While we look ahead with excitement to what’s next, the evening also gave us time to pause and reflect. We took a moment to honour the memory of John Purdy, recognising the lasting impact he had on Ergo and our people — an impact that will not be forgotten.
A key highlight of the evening was our Recognition Awards, where we celebrated individuals and teams who truly went above and beyond this year living our values, supporting one another, and making a meaningful impact as we move forward, stronger together.
Celebrating Our April Kick‑Off 2026 Award Winners
Trail Blazer Award
Winner: Claudia Ingoldsby, Legal Officer
The Trail Blazer Award recognises entrepreneurship and forward thinking — celebrating individuals who challenge the status quo and transform ideas into real value. Claudia’s impact has been felt across the organisation through her professionalism, expertise, and rapid mastery of her role. Her proactive mindset and commitment to continuous learning, including pursuing a Master’s in Data Protection and Privacy, set her apart as a leader in her field.
Emerging Talent Award
Winner: Ben Stephenson, Graduate Support Analyst – Security
This award celebrates rising stars from our Early Talent programmes who demonstrate exceptional promise. Ben has made a remarkable impact in a short space of time, bringing fresh thinking, a strong security mindset, and a collaborative approach to the SOC team. His willingness to support others while continuously learning makes him one to watch.
Bright Spark Award
Winner: Hannah Buckley, Senior Marketing Executive
Recognising energy, creativity, and innovation, the Bright Spark Award celebrates those who bring ideas to life. Hannah consistently delivers fresh thinking across brand, PR, and campaigns, playing a pivotal role in rebrand planning and award submissions. Her ability to energise collaboration and position Ergo competitively makes her a true catalyst for progress.
Customer Champion Award
Winner: Fergal Quinn, Senior Programme Manager
Fergal exemplifies what it means to put the customer first. Through empathetic leadership, approachability, and an unwavering commitment to excellence, he creates an environment where teams feel empowered and customers feel supported. His work continues to build trust and long‑term relationships across the business.
Culture Champion Award
Winner: Anca Sofan, UI/UX Designer
The Culture Champion Award recognises those who help create a workplace where everyone feels valued and included. Anca’s impact extends far beyond UI/UX. Known for her positivity, reliability, and behind‑the‑scenes leadership, she plays an essential role in strengthening connection and belonging across Ergo.
Go Getter Award
Winner: Walter Ferreira, VMware Presales Lead
Walter consistently demonstrates drive, initiative, and a solutions‑focused mindset. His dedication to pushing projects forward, supporting teams, and delivering results makes him an invaluable contributor. Always engaged and proactive, Walter embodies what it means to step up and get things done.
Technical Person of the Year
Winner: Andy Murran, Level 4 Engineer & Level 2 Team Lead
Andy sets the benchmark for engineering excellence at Ergo. Combining deep technical expertise with outstanding leadership, he excels at solving complex challenges while mentoring and supporting junior engineers. His calm, clear approach inspires confidence in colleagues and customers alike.
Salesperson of the Year
Winner: Arthur Lynch, Account Director
Arthur delivered an outstanding sales performance this year, driving significant year‑on‑year growth while expanding accounts across multiple business units. Securing six new logos and closing approximately 200 deals, Arthur’s consistency and ability to create momentum across the pipeline made him a standout contributor to Ergo’s success.
One Team – Project of the Year
Winner: Project Bedrock Team
Paul Kane, Daniel Flynn Fallon, Kate Cunningham, Aoife Reynolds, Claudia Ingoldsby, Oisin McManamon, Eamonn Doyle
Project Bedrock recognises the team that played a pivotal role in delivering the Ergo–Presidio acquisition.
Legacy & Remembrance Award
Winner: Damien Kelly, Technical Operations Manager
This award honours colleagues whose character and contributions leave a lasting legacy. Damien was recognised for his kindness, inclusivity, and unwavering commitment to Ergo and its people. He is someone who makes everyone feel welcome and valued, and his impact on our culture will continue to be felt for years to come.
Congratulations once again to all our nominees and winners, and thank you to everyone who contributed to an exceptional year!
