Credit Union Staff to be Recognised at Second Unsung Heroes Awards

Friday 26 January 2024

Nominations are now being taken for the annual Engage ‘Unsung Hero Awards’. The awards are open to all credit unions in the UK and Northern Ireland and are a opportunity to recognise the efforts of those behind the scenes; the front of house staff, the admin teams, the volunteers etc., all of whom work tirelessly for their credit union and its members. Winners will receive an Unsung Hero Award and a prize of up to £150 worth of vouchers.

Geoff Leech, Managing Director of Engage says: “It is the second year for the Unsung Hero Awards and it’s great to see so many nominations for staff and volunteers, all of which demonstrate an extraordinary level of commitment to their credit union, members and wider communities. Everyone at Engage is extremely pleased we can continue to help credit unions recognise the true heroes of this fantastic movement”.

Commenting on the awards, ABCUL CEO, Robert Kelly said: “I’m delighted to see people who work tirelessly in the credit union sector in providing a vital day-to-day service are being recognised for their dedicated and valued service to members.”

“I’d like to thank Engage for creating the awards and for shining a light on the sector’s unsung heroes, those who dedicate a great deal of time and energy to their communities across the country.”

Closing date for nominations is 14/10/2022. Entries will be judged by a panel with the winner announced on International Credit Union Day, 20/10/2022. For further details about the awards and to submit nominations, please visit engageaccount.com/unsung-hero-awards.