Unilever and Tack TMI Secure Gold at the 2025 Brandon Hall Group™ Excellence Awards®

London, 18 August 2025 – Unilever, one of the world’s leading consumer goods companies, together with Tack TMI, a global learning and development specialist, has been awarded Gold in the Leadership Development Award category at the 2025 Brandon Hall Group™ HCM Excellence Awards®.

The accolade, announced on 14 August, recognises their joint success in designing and delivering Unilever’s global frontline leadership initiative, Leadership for Future Manufacturing. The programme equips managers with the tools to inspire teams, encourage collaboration, and boost productivity across complex manufacturing operations. By combining innovative learning design with local relevance and international collaboration, the initiative has built consistent leadership capability across Unilever sites worldwide.c

Brandon Hall Group™ HCM Excellence Awards Gold

Sharing his thoughts on the award, Jim O’Brien, CEO of Tack TMI said:

“In our industry, which is focused on achieving results through behaviour change, demonstrating measurable business impact is both rare and challenging. This Gold award from Brandon Hall Group™ is a testament to the extraordinary impact we have created together with Unilever. We are truly grateful to Unilever for trusting us with this programme and for their collaboration and commitment throughout our longstanding partnership. This recognition reflects not only the strength of the programme, but also the dedication of our global teams in delivering meaningful outcomes across regions. Thank you to everyone who has brought this initiative to life and to those who continue to drive positive client impact every day.“

Also commenting on the award, Veronica Luna, Global Supply Chain Learning and Development Lead, Unilever said:

“Frontline leaders are the heartbeat of our factories. They’re not just managing operations – they’re shaping culture, driving performance, and inspiring teams every single day. This award is a powerful recognition of their role and the impact of investing in their growth. The Leadership for Future Manufacturing programme was designed to meet them where they are, with practical tools and real-world relevance. Seeing how it’s empowered our teams globally is deeply rewarding. I’m proud of what we’ve built together and excited for what’s next.”

The Tack TMI consulting team led the design, with delivery supported by regional experts across Europe, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East, ensuring global reach with strong local resonance.

“This year’s Excellence Award winners exemplify the transformative power of strategic human capital management. Through their innovative approaches to talent development and employee engagement, these organizations have not only achieved remarkable business outcomes but have also redefined what it means to create truly people-centric workplaces,” said Rachel Cooke, Brandon Hall Group™ Chief Operating Officer and HCM Excellence Awards® Program Leader.

Award submissions were judged by an expert panel of analysts, executives, and independent industry specialists against criteria such as:

Alignment to business need and context
Programme design and delivery
Adoption, innovation, and creativity
Overall impact and measurable outcomes

Winners will be celebrated at the Brandon Hall Group™ HCM Excellence Conference in Florida, February 2026, where selected organisations will also share best practices.

“The 2025 Excellence Award recipients represent the pinnacle of achievement in human capital management.
What sets this year’s winners apart is their bold embrace of emerging technologies and their commitment to
creating meaningful employee experiences that drive tangible business results,” said
Mike Cooke, Brandon Hall Group™ Chief Executive Officer.

About Unilever

Unilever is among the world’s leading suppliers of Beauty & Wellbeing, Personal Care, Home Care, Nutrition, and Ice Cream products, available in over 190 countries and used daily by 3.4 billion people. In 2024, Unilever reported turnover of €60.8 billion. Its purpose-led business model, The Unilever Compass, drives sustainable growth by improving planetary health, supporting people’s wellbeing, and contributing to a fairer society.
www.unilever.com

About Tack TMI

Tack TMI partners with organisations worldwide to deliver meaningful learning experiences that build the skills, mindsets, and behaviours needed for long-term success. With 110+ years of expertise and presence in more than 55 countries, Tack TMI offers leadership, sales, customer experience, and personal effectiveness solutions that blend global scale with local impact. As part of Gi Group Holding, Tack TMI helps organisations of all sizes strengthen culture, develop talent, and drive performance.
www.tacktmiglobal.com

About Brandon Hall Group™

Brandon Hall Group™ is a leading professional development firm offering research, insights, and certification for HR and learning executives. Its prestigious HCM Excellence Awards® programme has recognised outstanding organisations for over 30 years, earning a reputation as the “Academy Awards of Human Capital Management.”
www.brandonhall.com

Media Contact
Lauren Kidd
Head of Global Marketing, Tack TMI
lauren.kidd@tacktmiglobal.com

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