DDI Celebrates Triple Victory at 2025 Brandon Hall Group HCM Excellence Awards

DDI Celebrates Triple Success at the 2025 Brandon Hall Group HCM Excellence Awards

In a remarkable showcase of leadership excellence, DDI, a prominent global leadership organization, clinched three prestigious awards at the Brandon Hall Group™ HCM Excellence Awards, held on August 14, 2025. This recognition highlights significant achievements in leadership development for key clients: GE HealthCare and AtkinsRéalis.

Prestigious Awards for DDI Clients

DDI and GE HealthCare secured two Gold awards for their outstanding initiatives. The first was for the Aspire Leadership Academy in the Best Leadership Development Program category. Not resting on their laurels, they also took home another Gold for the Empower Leadership Academy, honored in the Best Development Program for Frontline Leaders category. Additionally, DDI collaborated with AtkinsRéalis to earn a Silver award in the Best Senior Manager Development Program category for their Senior Leadership Development Program.

These accolades serve as a testament to the strategic partnerships DDI has forged with its clients, aimed at elevating leadership capabilities within organizations. The work done with GE HealthCare was particularly noteworthy, as it transitioned into an independent entity, necessitating the establishment of a strong leadership culture. DDI worked directly with them to create competency-based developmental frameworks tailored to their unique business drivers. The result? Every participant gained new skills and knowledge, with an impressive 98% expressing their intention to apply this learning directly in their roles.

For AtkinsRéalis, a company emerging from a series of transformative acquisitions, the focus shifted to redefining its leadership culture to align with its new structural realities. DDI facilitated this transition through a comprehensive Senior Leadership Development Program that emphasized immersive simulations, executive coaching, and active engagement. The outcomes are tangible: 49% of the participants achieved promotions, alongside a 30% increase in lateral movement within the organization.

The Importance of Leadership Development

Kevin Tamanini, Vice President of Professional Services and Customer Success at DDI, praised the measurable changes achieved through these programs. He stated, “The leadership development initiatives of GE HealthCare and AtkinsRéalis successfully fostered enhanced organizational leadership culture, directly influencing positive business outcomes.”

Brandon Hall Group’s Chief Operating Officer, Rachel Cooke, adds to this sentiment, recognizing the 2025 Excellence Award winners for exemplifying the transformative potential inherent in strategic human capital management. She remarked, “These organizations are not just achieving remarkable results; they are also redefining what it means to create truly people-centric workplaces.”

The selection process for the Excellence Awards was rigorous, involving independent senior industry experts and Brandon Hall Group analysts evaluating each submission based on criteria such as alignment to business needs, program design and functionality, user experience, and the measurable benefits achieved.

Upcoming Recognition at the Conference

The winners of the Excellence Awards will be further honored during Brandon Hall Group's HCM Excellence Conference, scheduled for February 9-12, 2026, in West Palm Beach, Florida. Selected award winners will also have the opportunity to present their leading practices during breakout sessions, providing valuable insights into their successful initiatives.

About DDI

For over five decades, DDI has been the go-to leadership consulting firm for organizations aiming to hire, promote, and cultivate exceptional leaders at all levels, from new managers to C-suite executives. DDI’s research-backed assessment and development solutions support millions of leaders globally, propelling organizations to achieve their strategic aspirations.

About Brandon Hall Group

Brandon Hall Group™ stands out as the only professional development entity providing data, research, insights, and certification to Learning and Talent executives worldwide. With a heritage of over 30 years, they have significantly shaped the employee development landscape, influencing the careers of millions.

About GE HealthCare

As a leader in healthcare solutions, GE HealthCare specializes in innovative medical technology and data analytics, striving to enhance patient care and improve operational efficiency across healthcare systems.

About AtkinsRéalis

AtkinsRéalis is dedicated to creating sustainable solutions that intertwine data, technology, and engineering to transform infrastructure and energy systems effectively.

In conclusion, DDI’s recent accolades highlight the power of effective leadership development programs, illustrating their impact not just on individuals, but on entire organizations striving for excellence in today’s competitive landscape.