On Friday, 20th September, our Q2 crop of exceptional employees enjoyed lunch on STR at the fantastic Boathouse 4 in Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. Employee of the Month and Quarter winners from the last few months included: Rebecca Scears, Tom Settle, Phil Allen, Matt Wells, Katie-Jane Gray, Emily Bartlett, Emma Murphy, Karen Otton and Ryan Doble. To show STR’s appreciation and to recognise their incredible efforts, STR took them out to celebrate in style!
Along with the restaurant and some splendid views of the harbour, the Boathouse features the SHE_SEES exhibition, which is helping to write women back into maritime history. Built in 1938, Boathouse 4 is a fully operational boathouse, housing the world’s leading collection of 20th-century military powerboats, with a focus on their restoration and maintenance. Its 1930s architectural design and distinctive ‘sawtooth’ roof make it an iconic part of the Portsmouth Harbour landscape.
Our worthy winners, along with HR Director Joanne Smith and Director of Solutions, Ross Sanderson, were greeted by the wonderful staff and stunning surroundings of the maritime themed Boathouse, along with a delicious menu that featured fresh, local ingredients and a fantastic selection of locally brewed beers and wine.
Ryan Doble, Senior Recruitment Consultant for our Architecture and Interior Design brand urban, stated:
“In recognition of the quarter’s top performers, we enjoyed a brilliant lunch on Friday at the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and Boathouse 4, courtesy of STR Group. It’s a unique setting that celebrates Portsmouth’s Maritime history and has some incredible views across Portsmouth Harbour. We were lucky enough to see an aircraft carrier dock while we were there! The food and drinks were excellent, and it was great to catch up with other members of the business and celebrate together.
It’s a meaningful gesture from STR that not only acknowledges our hard work and efforts, but also helps build a sense of unity and appreciation throughout the business.”
Joanne Smith, HR Director, confirmed:
“For the STR Group, employee recognition and reward are not just about celebrating successes; it’s about valuing the individual behind the work. A culture that recognises effort and rewards achievement fosters motivation, loyalty and a sense of belonging, and these lunches are our way of giving a personal ‘thank you’ to our incredible staff.”
Congratulations to all our exceptional employees this quarter! We can’t wait to see who’ll be celebrating together at the next Director’s Lunch in recognition of your incredible efforts and achievements.
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