As the year winds down and the festive season kicks in, it’s time to shine a spotlight on our November MVP.
Every month, our MVP nominations give us the chance to sit down and reflect, appreciate and celebrate the amazing work our team continues to deliver. It’s also our chance to recognise someone who has gone above and beyond, rewarding them with a well-earned duvet day and dinner on us.
Before we focus on this month’s winner, let’s take a moment to highlight some of the incredible nominations, starting off strong with a ‘star player’, CTO, James Bavington:
“This month, I’m giving my vote to the real ‘MVP’ – JB. Week in, week out James is at the front of everything, keeping on top of client accounts, new business and is always there to chat to about challenges and opportunities. I don’t know how he does it, but he’s constantly ‘dribbling’ from meeting to meeting and performing ‘assists’ to help us with clients of all sizes, like Custom Heat and FDF, all while circumnavigating our global business with trips to Chicago and Munich. Let’s give this guy a ‘timeout’ so he can carry on giving ‘nothing but net’ in everything he does.”
Our Sales and Marketing Strategist Melissa Wiggins got an honourable mention:
“Stepping into a role with a new and evolving brand is no small feat, but Melissa, you’ve taken the challenge head-on and absolutely owned it. From the very beginning, your commitment to getting the job done has been unwavering. You’ve dived in with both feet, proactively seeking opportunities, taking initiative without waiting for direction, and most importantly—caring deeply about the brand and its success from day one. Your drive, dedication, and “let’s get it done” attitude are exactly what StrategiQ needs, and we’re so excited to have you in the team.”
And our ‘total asset’, Marketing Executive, Shannon Coutanche, who is absolutely ‘killing it’:
“Shannon is quite simply ‘the dogs’. The full package, this girl is a true triple threat – brilliantly organised, inspirationally creative with a mentality that sees any problem as a solution waiting to happen. She has enabled us to really gain some ground and progress internal marketing since joining the team, both taking direction and running with it, and taking initiative and killing it. She’s a total asset and I’m loving working with her. Dream team.”
But, taking the top spot with an impressive 8 nominations is none other than our data wizard and Head of Performance, Josh Crawford:
“It was really hard for me to choose this month… it was between Louise and Josh. Louise for obvious reasons following the Developher Award! However ultimately, I HAD to vote for Josh. He needs a break! The level of QBR and renewal involvement has been insane. Yes – as Roy Keane would say “He’s just doing his job!”. BUT – he has had to work early and late due to the way the QBRs have fallen in order to provide the team with the data they need to nail the meetings. On top of everything else he’s been involved with, this has been an amazing effort. Great work Josh.””He is so focused and has been putting some mega shifts in. He definitely deserves the recognition.”
“Consistent focus on client results and improving processes.”
“It has to be the data legend that is Josh C. Rarely a week has gone by this month where I haven’t heard a client testimonial praising Josh and his expertise. Time and time again Josh does what mere mortals can’t, solves challenges and provides strategic insights that directly impact our client’s businesses. What a guy! Good work Josh.”
“Josh is an amazing person with an extraordinary skill set. Over the past couple of months, he has worked tirelessly on the QBR, all while seamlessly managing his regular responsibilities. His dedication and hard work have been truly remarkable and he absolutely deserves this recognition.”
“Legend! QBR season is almost over, but this man never takes breaks. Continuing to drive the performance team forward, despite being in a ridiculous amount of meetings. He makes time for R&D and is consistently looking for the 20.10 extras we can pull off as a company. It’s a miracle he’s so calm and collected, a day off couldn’t do too much harm.”
“I honestly don’t know what we would do without Josh. No matter the problem, he is always there to offer a helping hand and find a solution. He has been working tirelessly in the last few weeks helping out with QBRs for OTM, Hughes and Jacada as well as supporting with RFPs. He’s cool and collected and goes above and beyond to make sure that we can continue to delight customers. Well done Josh, take a day off to continue with the DIY!”
“From GOREWEAR to Hughes, Josh has been a powerhouse of data this month with the volume of renewals and QBRs he’s been involved in. His support to the rest of the team has been invaluable and hasn’t gone unnoticed.”
Josh has truly gone above and beyond this November, and every nomination is a testament to his hard work and dedication. A huge congratulations Josh – this recognition is so well-deserved!
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