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Ergo Celebrates Excellence: April Kickoff Event & Awards Night

Ergo, a leading IT solutions provider, marked the beginning of the financial year with a spectacular April Kickoff event and Awards Night on the 26th of April. The event was a vibrant celebration of the past year’s triumphs, recognising the dedication and achievements of the teams at Ergo, Micromail, and BoatyardX.

The night was not just about reflection but also about honoring those who have shown exceptional commitment and excellence. The Recognition Awards were the highlight of the evening, shining a spotlight on the individuals who have gone above and beyond in their roles.

 

The Go-Getter Award

Walter Ferreira, VMware Presales Lead, was honored with The Go-Getter Award for embodying the value of ‘ownership.’ His proactive approach and relentless pursuit of excellence set a high standard for his peers.

The Trail-Blazer Award

Aoife Reynolds, People & Culture Business Partner, received The Trail-Blazer Award. Aligned with the value of ‘entrepreneurship,’ Aoife has been a leader in innovation, challenging the status quo and driving value.

The Customer Champion Award

Seán Deasy, Licensing Sales Specialist, recieved The Customer Champion Award. Aligned with Ergo’s new value ‘respect’ this award recognises a team member that is completely customer centric. Sean’s customer-centric approach and dedication to meeting client needs with integrity have significantly contributed to Ergo’s success.

The Bright Spark Award

Karolina Coates, Head of Design at BoatyardX, was the recipient of The Bright Spark Award. The Bright Spark award is aligned with Ergo’s new value ‘energy.’ Karolina’s infectious energy and enthusiasm have not only led to positive outcomes but also inspired her colleagues.

The Allyship Award

Deirdre Roche, Head of Business Management, was recognised with The Allyship Award for her efforts in fostering an inclusive work environment, empowering everyone to be their authentic selves.

Emerging Talent

Paul Margelino, Graduate Service Desk Analyst, stood out as the Emerging Talent, showing remarkable dedication and promise as a rising star within the company.

Emerging Leader

Daniel Flynn, Finance Business Partner, received the Emerging Leader Award for his exemplary work ethic and leadership qualities that serve as an inspiration to all.

The Unseen Hero

Levina White, Client Services and Resourcing Director, was celebrated as The Unseen Hero, whose quiet yet impactful contributions are vital to Ergo’s ecosystem.

CEO Choice

John Murphy, Head of Hybrid Cloud, was the proud recipient of the CEO Choice Award, recognised for his adaptability and skill in driving new initiatives.

Project of the Year

The An Garda Síochána ICT Technical Support Project was named Project of the Year, exemplifying outstanding project execution and customer satisfaction.

George Dowling Salesperson of the Year

Richard Birchall, Account Director, was honored as the George Dowling Salesperson of the Year for his significant impact on Ergo’s sales performance.

The Ian Ryan Memorial Award

In memory of a dear friend and colleague Ian, who sadly passed away in 2012. Ian embodied each of the Ergo values every day in his professional life and strived to make Ergo as successful as it could be, both for his colleagues and for customers. This honorary award was received by Mary Donnelly, Security Consultant, who, like Ian, demonstrates the Ergo values, day in and day out, in her professional life.

The Tim Sheehy Leadership Award

In memory of Ergo’s dear Chairman & Co-Founder of Ergo with John Purdy, who sadly passed away in 2015. Tim embodied the characteristics of what it meant to be a true and credible leader. The Tim Sheehy Leadership award was presented to Sorin Sergiu Bob, General Manager-BoatyardX, for his credible leadership and vision.

Technical Person of the Year

Keith McAvinue, Technical Account Manager Team Lead, was recognized as the Technical Person of the Year for his technical expertise and innovation.

The April Kickoff event and Awards Night was a testament to Ergo’s culture of excellence and the remarkable individuals who contribute to its success. Congratulations to all the winners and nominees for setting the bar high and driving Ergo forward.

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