Global leadership program: Unilever and Tack TMI win Gold at the 2025 Brandon Hall Group™ HCM Excellence Awards®. global leadership program: Unilever and Tack TMI win Gold

London, 18 August 2025.

Unilever, a global FMCG leader, together with Tack TMI, international L&D experts, celebrate their Gold award.

In the Leadership Development Award category at the 2025 Brandon Hall Group™ HCM Excellence Awards®.

Notably, the recognition highlights the success of their collaboration on the global frontline leadership program and validates the initiative’s measurable outcomes. Specifically, the “Leadership for Future Manufacturing” initiative:

First, equips managers to lead with confidence,
Next, inspires high-performing teams,
Further, fosters collaboration, and
Ultimately, drives productivity in today’s complex manufacturing environments.

Moreover, this award-winning global leadership development program combines cutting-edge design with strong local relevance, ensuring scalability and practical impact. It was delivered across key global regions, including Europe, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East. As a result, it has built consistent global manufacturing leadership capability and delivered measurable business outcomes.

Unilever and Tack TMI — global leadership development program delivered worldwide

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

“In our industry, which is focused on achieving results through behavior 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. So, we are truly grateful to Unilever for trusting us with this global leadership development program and for their collaboration and commitment throughout our longstanding partnership. This recognition reflects not only the strength of the global leadership development program, 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 program 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.”

Furthermore, the Tack TMI’s global consulting team led the program design, with regional delivery partners ensuring impact across diverse markets. This collaborative approach, in turn, has ensured global consistency while also addressing the needs of local contexts.

Notably, Rachel Cooke, Chief Operating Officer of Brandon Hall Group™ and HCM Excellence Awards® Program Leader, said:

“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.”

Thus, a panel of Brandon Hall Group™ analysts, executives, and independent experts reviewed the award submissions against key criteria, including:

Firstly, alignment to business need and context
Next, program design, functionality, and delivery
Furthermore, adoption, integration, user experience, innovation, and creativity
Ultimately, overall effectiveness, impact, and measurable benefits

Looking ahead, Excellence Award winners will be recognized at the Brandon Hall Group™ HCM Excellence Conference, 9–12 February 2026 at the Hilton West Palm Beach, Florida. Select winners will also share best practices during breakout sessions at the event.

Finally, Mike Cooke, Chief Executive Officer of Brandon Hall Group™, said:

“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.”

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 organizations worldwide to deliver meaningful learning experiences that build the skills, mindsets, and behaviors 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 organizations of all sizes strengthen culture, develop talent, and drive performance.
www.tacktmiglobal.com

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® program has recognized outstanding organizations 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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