On Thursday, March 7th, Black Diamond team members from across Canada, the U.S. and Australia tuned in to our Annual Employee Recognition Awards – the GEMs. This uniquely Black Diamond, peer-nominated, employee recognition program celebrates our high-performing team members for Going the Extra Mile (GEM).
“The GEM Awards are a longstanding tradition at our Company in recognition of those who exemplify the best of what it means to be a Black Diamond team member. The sheer volume of nominations we receive every year underscores what we already know – how incredible our teams from across Canada, the U.S. and Australia really are!” remarked Trevor Haynes, Chairman & CEO. “I am very proud of each of our Black Diamond team members’ dedication to excellence and commitment to Creating a Better Way.”
Nominations for the awards, which recognize employees’ efforts across various categories, are open all year long, with a marquee awards ceremony taking place within the first quarter the following year. The categories include Creating a Better Way, HSE Excellence (Health, Safety and Environment), Team Spirit, Operational Excellence, Internal Customer Service Excellence, External Customer Service Excellence and The Max Patel Community Giving Award.
Additionally, each year we recognize and reward a Friend of Black Diamond, to commemorate a long-time business partner, friend, and steadfast supporter of the Company.
Long Service Recognition
Annually, we also celebrate long-service work anniversaries of team members who have been part of the Black Diamond story for a meaningful amount of time. This year we recognized nearly 60 employees, who in 2023 celebrated five, 10, 15, 20 and even 25-year tenures with the Company! These long-service employees are a testament to the commitment of our best-in-industry team.
“Each one of our long service employees’ dedication to the Company is a true accomplishment,” said Trevor Haynes. “I am honoured to celebrate and recognize this group of individuals every year.”
