Relocate Awards break ground again in its 2020 virtual ceremony
The annual – and newly remodelled – Relocate Awards reflect today’s huge changes in global mobility and HR. The pioneering award ceremony celebrated those at the forefront of supporting people’s global careers.
Awards with relevance and purpose
Global mobility’s’ first-ever accolades, the Relocate Awards' heritage and relevance for 2020 and beyond are assured after Relocate Global managing editor Fiona Murchie and head judge Dr Sue Shortland remodelled the awards for this year. “As we all know, change is a constant in today’s globalised world,’ said Dr Sue Shortland. “The Relocate Awards have served the global mobility community well for 12 years. “To prepare for new working practices, and to widen their relevance to all those involved in international management, the 2020 awards emphasise leadership in managing change efficiently and effectively. They also recognise the importance of value-adding activities for excellent organisational, employee and family outcomes.”“Fortunately, we were ahead of the game,” continued Dr Shortland. The Relocate Global team had to respond to the current COVID crisis and deliver another first for 2020; global mobility’s first successful virtual awards ceremony.Read Dr Sue Shortland's latest article:
Adapting to uncertainty with agility and leadership
Relocate Global translated the magic of the much-anticipated, annual celebration into a virtual digital experience that captured all the energy and excitement of Relocate Awards of years past, and retained the brilliant sense of community in the global mobility supply chain. Close to 300 guests attended the live transmission, with almost 500 registering and nearly 1000 people having now viewed on YouTube. They witnessed sponsors, supporters and judges presenting 15 Relocate Awards to winning entrants from all over the world.The awards during lockdown - technology and innovation:
“One of the best things about the show was the fact that people had taken part from all corners of the world,” says host Jayne Constantinis. “It gave it a global feel and yet, because we were in their homes, there was an intimacy about it. And I think that was a real strength. I’ve hosted many live events, but never one from my office. I was very happy to be part of it.
A truly global community
One of the trickiest aspects of any virtual ceremony was always going to be around how to make people feel included and part of the action. Yet, the 2020 Relocate Awards delivered. “I think the real challenge was to recreate the live event for the audience that shared viewing experience,” says video producer Leigh Emmerson, of production company Persistence of Vision.“I think we managed that, and it was lovely to see the comments rolling past and people were clearly engaged. It really is an international community.”He went on to say "I do feel we have been trail blazers with this project. No one has done anything quite like this before because before the pandemic no one needed to".A truly global impact
“Relocate Global is known for our innovation, collaborative outlook and how we help to drive change,” Fiona continues. “The Relocate Awards were the first virtual awards in global mobility. It’s natural for us to keep driving forward and take our annual celebration to another level.” Holly Creed, co-founder of NextGen GM, says, “It’s amazing that Relocate Global has put together a virtual awards ceremony to bring global mobility professionals together for an opportunity to celebrate during these unprecedented times. “It is important that we all work together to help one another with the many different requests that are required of us all at present. It’s not just about the employees we send abroad, but showing that kindness and support to each other.”Speaking on behalf of the judges, Sue Shortland says, “This year’s awards attracted a wide range of firms from across the world, some operating locally, others regionally, yet others globally, but all showcasing brilliant achievements. Selecting the winners for each category was an inspiring undertaking for the panel of judges.”Fiona concludes, “As well as being hugely proud of the global mobility sector and the newest crop of Relocate Award winners, we are so grateful to our sponsors, supporters and judges, guests and everyone involved for making the new virtual awards ceremony happen so brilliantly. We look forward to 2021!”Find out more about the winners on the Relocate Awards 2020 homepage!
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