Officer Lois Dalida (center, holding the trophy) receive the Excellence in Learning and Development
trophy at the 2024 HR Excellence Awards.
EastWest Ageas adds another feather to its cap as it was recently recognized as one of the Excellence in Learning and Development category winners at the HR Excellence Awards. The recognition identifies the best people development programs in the industry as judged by a panel of HR experts.
“We are humbled and honored to receive this recognition from the experts in the industry,” shared EastWest Ageas President and CEO Sjoerd Smeets. “The award showcases our focus on development and helping our employees achieve their full potential. Professional growth is more than just adding skills — it’s a holistic journey that we’re happy to provide here at EastWest Ageas.”
Launched in 2022, the HR Excellence Awards honors the best-in-class HR teams and individuals and provides the platform for teams to showcase their top HR work and strategies. It is currently the only 100% peer-reviewed HR award-giving body in the region.
EastWest Ageas’ winning Elevate employment program is anchored on three core programs: Arise, Attain, and Aspire, through which employees are empowered to build their core and leadership skills and grow their careers. Employees who have participated in the program gave it a high satisfaction rating of 3.83 out of 4.
“EastWest Ageas has always been a place where one can develop in more than one aspect of their life,” said Chief People and Culture Officer Lois Dalida, “And with this recognition, we are truly a great place to grow.”
EastWest Ageas is a joint venture between EastWest Bank and Ageas.
EastWest Bank has 30 years of local banking experience, while Ageas is a leading Belgian insurer with 200 years of global expertise.