Nominations now open for 2024 CHRO Awards

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Share your HR trailblazers for the upcoming 2024 CHRO Awards!

It’s time to shine a light on those embodying excellence in HR leadership. Nominations for the 2024 CHRO Awards are officially open! This is your chance to spotlight exceptional individuals whose dedication and accomplishments in the past year deserve recognition.

In a world where CHROs shoulder diverse responsibilities and adapt swiftly to evolving work landscapes, the CHRO Awards stand as the pinnacle of HR acknowledgment – a platform to honour these pioneers.

The nomination process couldn’t be simpler: Click here to nominate your standout HR executive, celebrating their remarkable contributions within their organisations.

The closing date for nominations is Friday, 29 March 2024.

Nominees will undergo an intensive interview and judging process, and the winners will be announced at a glittering gala dinner.

The award categories are:

CHRO of the Year;
Young CHRO of the Year;
Strategy & Leadership Award;
Transformation & Empowerment Award;
HR & Technology Award;
Learning & Development Award;
Talent Management Award; and
Employee Value Proposition Award.


This year’s winner, Standard Bank’s Sharon Taylor walked away with the title of CHRO of the Year for her outstanding contribution in Standard Bank’s transition from a traditional financial institution to a versatile platform business, including the acquisition of Liberty Holdings. Will your nominee be this year’s CHRO of the Year?

The annual CHRO Awards honour outstanding CHROs across listed companies, large corporations, state-owned entities, and government institutions for their exceptional performance and leadership. The event gathers top CHROs, esteemed VIPs, and business partners for an evening filled with networking, entertainment, and a delectable dinner.

Experience the glitz and glamour of the 2023 CHRO Awards on the CHRO Awards website, where the event welcomed South Africa’s HR profession elite.

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