SLITAD recognises Hayleys Fentons with Gold award for exceptional dedication to people development

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Hayleys Fentons Team wins Gold at People Development Awards of SLITAD

Hayleys Fentons was honoured with Gold award at the recent People Development Awards (PDA) organised by the Sri Lanka Institute of Training and Development (SLITAD). This award is a platform to recognise and honour companies that have demonstrated an exceptional dedication to people development across Sri Lankan business enterprises.

SLITAD aims to draw attention to organisations that prioritise all-encompassing Human Talent Development programs, in accordance with both international and local best practices.

Hayleys Fentons has achieved the highest recognition in its Construction sector, with companies awarded across 14 diverse sectors also including telecommunications, FMCG, IT, garment industry and manufacturing.

Commenting on this event, Hayleys Fentons Managing Director Hasith Prematillake said, “As a service organisation with a diversified workforce, Hayleys Fentons has directed significant efforts towards training and development initiatives. This commitment is showcased through our best-in-class practices in performance and talent management, learning and development programmes, employee recognition initiatives, and other innovative HR initiatives implemented by our skilled Human Resources team.”

Hayleys Fentons General Manager – Human Resources division Lalani Weeraarachchi, expressed her gratitude saying, “We commend SLITAD for organising the PDA to recognise companies that make significant contributions to the development of their people, stakeholders, and the nation. Our leadership team at Hayleys Fentons continually encourages us to strive for excellence, realise our potential, identify talents and skill gaps, and focus on continuous improvement in our talent development initiatives and we are grateful for this support.”