We are thrilled that our Pathway to Ownership programme has been crowned Professional Services Initiative of the Year at the prestigious British Training Awards!
This national recognition celebrates the very best in learning and development across the UK and we are proud to stand alongside some of the most innovative and impactful organisations in the country. With over 360 entries spanning trailblazing start-ups, public sector leaders, and global giants, this year’s awards were a true showcase of excellence.
Harman Basra, Head of Performance and Organisational Development, said: “Just being shortlisted felt like a huge achievement. I’m in awe of the amazing L&D work happening across industries, and this award is a testament to the dedication we’ve poured into helping people thrive.
“From global companies to start ups, new L&D teams to those more experienced, it was inspiring to see the dedication and commitment to help people across all types of businesses in developing their careers to be the best that they can be.
“This award highlights not only the hard work put in by all involved with our Pathway to Ownership programme, but the dedication and commitment to colleague development across FG.”
Maria Hawley, Director of People, said: “This is such an amazing achievement, from setting the function up, to recruiting and building the team, to putting in place all the mandatory and CPD training, combined with management and leadership development, coaching and mentoring.
“We are delighted that Harman has led and continued to lead our developmental journey. To be shortlisted for an award like this is always humbling and quite surreal, but to win is just another level.”
Richard Benson, Senior Partner added: “It is fantastic to have Pathway to Ownership recognised in this way. These targeted programmes are vital to the strength and ongoing success of Fisher German and the positive effects it has had on our Partnership so far is not to be underestimated.
A massive congratulations to Harman and everyone else who has been involved with Pathway to Ownership. You should all be very proud, as I am.”
Winners were announced at a special ceremony in Covent Garden, London on 8 July 2025.
See full list of finalists