LONDON, DECEMBER 7, 2023. Country Navigator, the leading platform for cultural intelligence and inclusion training, won a coveted Brandon Hall Group Gold award for excellence in the Best Advance in Diversity and Inclusion Innovation category. The full list of winners can be found here.

“We are incredibly honored to receive this Gold Award for Excellence in Technological Innovation thanks to our work with our client Lazard, a global leader in financial services. At Country Navigator, our dedication to pushing the boundaries of innovation is at the core of everything we do, and this recognition is a testament to the hard work and creativity of our talented team, who continually strive to pioneer solutions that shape the future. This award fuels our passion to keep innovating and to drive technological advancements that not only transform industries, but also enhance the lives of our customers” said Chris Crosby, CEO and Founder of Country Navigator.

“In our 30th year, the Excellence in Technology Awards continue to showcase the best innovations in learning, talent management, talent acquisition, HR, workforce management, and sales enablement technologies. We are proud to receive applications from a diverse range of organizations globally, reflecting the ever-evolving landscape of technology solutions” said Brandon Hall Group Chief Operating Officer Rachel Cooke, leader of the Excellence Awards program. Entries were evaluated by a panel of veteran, independent senior industry experts, Brandon Hall Group analysts, and executives based upon these criteria: fit the need, program design, functionality, innovation, and overall measurable benefits. “Our awards program is distinguished by the thorough evaluation process led by industry experts. Judges meticulously score each entry, and our executive leadership team at Brandon Hall Group reviews and validates the judging and scoring. The level of the award is solely determined by the number of points, ensuring a fair and unbiased recognition of excellence in technology,” said Brandon Hall Group Chief Executive Officer Mike Cooke.

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