CRS End of Year Conference 2025/26 – A Celebration of Success, Collaboration and Recognition
It was a pleasure to come together and celebrate a successful 2025/26 at the CRS End of Year Conference. The event marked an exciting milestone, welcoming the group’s latest acquisitions — Consult Search and Med Exec, led by Michelle Lally — into the fold.
The conference took place at Southend Barns in Chichester, bringing colleagues from across the group into one place. It provided a valuable opportunity to reflect on the year, share insights, and align on future priorities.
The day featured a series of engaging and thought-provoking sessions from leadership and brand teams across Consult, MedExec, Compass Associates, Compass Carter Osborne and CRS. It was also wonderful to welcome our Chair, Henry Elphick, and our majority shareholder, Brighton-headquartered Cow Corner Investing, represented by Will Cooke.
A key highlight of the day was the recognition of colleagues through our values awards — with over 250 nominations received across the categories. Winners represented teams from across the business, with both individual contributions and wider team achievements acknowledged on the day. We Are Dedicated proved to be our most popular value, reflecting the spirit that defines so much of what we do.
The day concluded with an opportunity to connect more informally, rounding off a well-organised and enjoyable event. Thank you to everyone involved in making the conference such a success.
Values Awards
We Are Dedicated
With dedication at our core, we strive to exceed expectations and make a meaningful impact in the world of recruitment. This award recognises those who are knowledgeable, resilient, inspiring and committed to continuous learning.
| Nominee | Nomination Reason |
| Christian Hannam | Powered a PB year and exceptional US results in year one |
| Jamie Barker 🏆 WINNER | Work ethic, relationship-building, and mastery of the retained process |
| Harry Oakey | 14 years in and still setting the pace |
| Stuart Cousins | ACCA Qualified, drives growth, culture and rolls up his sleeve |
| Jon Mondey | Always one step ahead, driving exclusivity excellence |
| Dominic O’Malley | Standout networker with humour and positivity |
We Build Relationships
We are committed to nurturing and celebrating the relationships we build, ensuring they remain central to our culture. This award recognises those who are responsive, accountable, empathetic and trusted.
| Nominee | Nomination Reason |
| Ky Tsoggerel | Focused, driven and determined with a relentless work ethic |
| Ash Collishaw | Selfless coaching and lifts everyone around him |
| Gareth Guyll 🏆 WINNER | Building trust, winning exclusives, and growing people |
| Beth Elliott | Consistently excelling on every front and a joy to work with |
| Tom Fitch | True team player and a catalyst for future growth |
| Kiley Cox | Turning visits into value, unlocking strong future opportunities |
We Deliver Solutions
It is in our name — we take pride in our ability to provide tailored and effective solutions to our clients, candidates and colleagues. This award recognises those with a customised approach who actively listen, are networked and innovative.
| Nominee | Nomination Reason |
| Simon Codling | Exceptional work ethic and sharp commercial flair |
| Natasha Isaac | Back better than ever on a four-day week |
| Matt Goldrick | Relentless effort, seamless delivery, and consistent success |
| Madeleine Crosley | Market mastery, infectious energy and delivering wins |
| Ross Micklethwaite 🏆 WINNER | Creative, credible, and commercially sharp |
| Charlotte De Villiers | Positive, professional and collaborative |
Other Awards
Business Support Professional of the Year
Recognising the indispensable behind-the-scenes professionals who keep the business running, this award celebrates those who go above and beyond in their support roles.
| Nominee | Nomination Reason |
| Erin Maxwell 🏆 WINNER | Cornerstone of the team, always going the extra mile |
| Katie Jones | Elevating quality, consistency, and client partnerships |
| Sharon Clark | Turns challenges into wins and colleagues into family |
| Millie Blamire | Professionalism, positivity, dedication and trusted go-to |
| Lexxy Sturgess | Versatile, fast, and creatively vital |
| Jess Gower | Process-driven with consistent delivery of top talent |
Best Newcomer
This award celebrates those who have made an outstanding start to their journey with the group, demonstrating drive, adaptability and impact from day one.
| Nominee | Nomination Reason |
| Ed Amaral 🏆 WINNER | Sheer determination and consistency |
| Mitch O’Brien | Impressive and value-adding start |
| Calvin Lee | Fast out of the blocks with a proactive approach |
| Camila Mader | Exceeded target, showcasing outstanding dedication and adaptability |
| Christina Hargreaves 🏆 WINNER | Delivering impact from day one with a fresh perspective |
| Joe Picariello | Flying start to the year, lifting the whole team |
Outstanding Achievement
The Outstanding Achievement award honours those who have delivered exceptional results and demonstrated remarkable performance over the course of the year.
| Nominee | Nomination Reason |
| Natasha Isaac | From strength to strength and a standout third year with CCO |
| Debbie Anderson 🏆 WINNER | Top tier performance, delivering strong results |
| Lynette Robb | A standout year of leadership and delivery |
| Jamie Barker | Compass’s top performer, setting the standard |
| Vahn Burgess 🏆 WINNER | Record breaking and relentless |
Congratulations to all nominees and winners — your contributions make the difference.
We look forward to building on the success of 2025/26 together.