Deskless, not voiceless: The rise (and benefits) of ongoing frontline employee feedback
The key to a healthier, more engaged workforce lies in establishing a culture of ongoing feedback.
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Sona has been announced as the latest supplier partner for the Leaders In Care Awards 2022.
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We're delighted to be sponsoring the Leader of the Future category, which celebrates the next generation of talent already making a massive contribution to the social care sector.
Organised by Care Home Professional and sister title Home Care Insight, the awards night will take place in Birmingham on Tuesday 11th October - the night before the Care Show kicks off at the NEC.
Many of the Sona team will be there for both events, and we're looking forward to meeting lots of new and familiar faces over the week. Tickets are now on sale!
“We have so much admiration and appreciation for all the amazing people who together represent the true heart of the care sector. It’s what motivates us to build technology that empowers them to do their best work every day,” said our Co-founder Steffen.
“The industry is full of rising stars harnessing the power of tech to create lasting, positive change. We have the pleasure of working with many of them. So we’re proud to be sponsoring the Leader of the Future category and super excited to honour their achievements at the Leaders in Care Awards.”
Care Home Professional Editor Lee Peart added: “As the sector begins to return some normality after two incredibly tough years, Leaders in Care offers the perfect opportunity to celebrate those who have shone and who continue to go above and beyond.”
Last year's winners 🎉
When is it? |
- Tuesday 11th October 2022 from 7pm |
Where is it? |
- The National Conference Centre Birmingham (Google Maps) |
What can I expect? |
- Welcome drinks reception - Three-course dinner - Awards presentations - A performance from the winner of Care Sector's Got Talent! - A lot of fun and 1-2 more surprises |
What are the award categories? |
Full list of categories for the 2022 Leaders in Care awards: Care Home Providers - Innovation in care - Care Provider of the Year - Registered Manager of the Year - Care Home Design of the Year - Leader of the future - Executive of the year Home Care Providers - Innovation in care - Frontline Carer of the Year - Care Provider of the Year - Registered Manager of the Year - Leader of the future - Executive of the year Suppliers - Innovative Solutions – Home Care - Innovative Solutions – Care Homes - Business Services |
How do I get involved? |
- Make an award nomination. Entries close on Friday 26th August - Join us on the night. Tickets are now on sale here |
How do I get there? |
The National Conference Centre isn't very far from the NEC, making it easy to get to by both private and public transport. It's very close to the M42 if you're driving and there's plenty of parking. Birmingham |
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Sona has been shortlisted for the Innovative Solutions, Care Homes, award in the Leaders in Care Awards 2022. The awards ceremony recognises the best providers, leaders and suppliers in care homes and home care at an annual ceremony in October.
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Sona is now an award-winning company after being named Innovative Solution of the Year for Care Homes in the 2022 Leaders In Care Awards in Birmingham.
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Sona has been shortlisted for the Innovative Solutions, Care Homes and Best Care Marketing Team categories, at the Leaders in Care Awards 2023. The awards ceremony annually recognises the best providers, leaders, and suppliers in social care.