Hall of Fame - Business Impact Award
Recognises the HR team whose work has had a demonstrable, board-recognised impact on business results.
The Business Impact Award recognises the HR team that has had the greatest impact on business or organisational results, and can demonstrate that this impact is recognised and supported at Executive and Governance level. Nominations for this award must come from, or be explicitly endorsed by, the Chief Executive and/or Chair of the Board People Committee.
Unlike the other organisational categories, submissions are judged against six specific criteria: demonstrated business impact (clear, measurable evidence linked to HR initiatives); Executive and Governance endorsement; strategic alignment with organisational priorities; organisational reputation and credibility; the team's response to significant challenges or disruption; and the sustainability of the impact over the long term.
Ready to share your journey? Best suited to organisations with an established HR team that has navigated significant challenges to achieve business objectives, and is well regarded at both Executive and Governance level. Find out more about the upcoming awards and how to apply.
Business Impact Award
Genesis Energy
Business Impact Award 2026, in association with the University of Auckland
Genesis Energy has been awarded the inaugural Business Impact Award for their role in shaping and delivering the organisation’s long-term strategy. Through a co-created approach, the team developed a new purpose and values, embedding these into the Gen35 strategy to drive both cultural and commercial performance. Their work has strengthened engagement, transformed ways of working and delivered measurable business outcomes, highlighting HR’s role as a strategic partner in organisational success.