In his first public event, the Minister for Defence People and Veterans, Johnny Mercer MP, attended the Soldiering On Awards launch, adding his support to the call for nominations for the tenth Awards.
Hosted by The Royal British Legion, a packed audience heard from the Minister, Soldiering On Awards Co-chairs Ren Kapur MBE and Tal Lambert MBE and previous nominators, winners and finalists.
We’re grateful to these Soldiering On Award supporters for their encouraging and inspirational words. See some of their key messages below.
Our keynote speaker
Johnny Mercer MP, Minister for Defence People and Veterans
The importance of nominating role models for the 10th Anniversary Awards
Lt Col Ren Kapur MBE, CEO X-Forces Enterprise, Co-chair Soldiering On Awards
Why we chose our nominee
Mark Collins, Assistant Director, The Royal British Legion
The impact on morale, credibility and finances as a result of winning
Nikki Markham, Founding Director, Battling On CIC; Soldiering On Award Winner, Innovation Award, 2016
The positive impact of a nomination
Justin Walker, Capita, Sponsor of the Education, Training and Development Award
Conversation surrounding diversity and inclusion
Karen Porter, Landmarc Support Services, Sponsor of the Defence Inclusivity Award
It’s a way of saying thank you…
Luke Delahunty, Soldiering On Award Winner, People’s Choice Award 2018
The thrill of being nominated
Being worthy of a nomination
Simon Brown, Soldiering On Award Winner, People’s Choice Award 2017
How the Awards have developed over the past ten years
Wg Commander Tal Lambert MBE – Co-Chair Soldiering On Awards
A year-long support programme for Soldiering On Award winners
Lt Col Ren Kapur MBE, CEO X-Forces Enterprise, Co-chair Soldiering On Awards
If you know someone who deserves recognition…
Nominations close soon so don’t delay!