22 January 2010

Mutual building society Hanley Economic is celebrating having added another top award to its already distinguished collection. The Midland Excellence Awards held at the end of January are a celebration by Investors in Excellence who through the EFQM Excellence Model recognise businesses who strive for continuous improvement through both its people and its practices. The Hanley has been a finalist at the awards for the past three years, having already won Most Improved Business in 2007.

This year’s only award was presented by Olympic rower, James Cracknell and rewarded The Hanley for its journey of development and continues improvement through the EFQM Excellence Model over the past 3 years.

Speaking about receiving the most prestigious and only award of the evening, David Webster Chief Executive commented

"We’re thrilled to have won, it is absolutely amazing. I think the world of our 60 employees and this award recognises their attitude and achievements. The Award is a platform for us to continue to achieve our vision to become ‘Britain’s best local Building Society’."

Cris Hammond, Human Resources Manager who has overseen The Hanley’s EFQM Model said

"It has been an amazing journey for us over the past 3 years and it means a lot to our staff to see us recognised at national awards ceremonies for our hard work. The model has improved our business in a number of ways and we are very proud to have taken part"

Pictured below are Cris Hammond and David Webster recieveing the award from Olympic rower James Cracknell.