Focus on Oluwanifemi (Nifemi) Idris
BSc Finance, Accounting and Management student Oluwanifemi (Nifemi) Idris has been honoured with a Care Award for exceptional leadership in supporting the Black Employee Network during her placement year.
Druck, a Baker Hughes business, and industry leader in pressure measurement technology and instrumentation, values employees who embody the core principles of growing, leading, caring, and collaborating.
While on her placement during 2022-23, Nifemi was nominated for their Care Award, reflecting her commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace environment.
Nomination and Druck’s core values:
Nifemi was nominated for her active participation in the Black Employee Network (BEN). Nifemi organised and hosted the first on-site event for the Employee Resource Group (ERG) to commemorate Black History Month.
The event was very well received by employees and the Vice President commented on its success.
Nifemi further contributed by delivering a presentation on the significance of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in the workplace, providing historical insights to enlighten and empower the audience. Employees were also treated to a West African buffet, creating an inviting experience to explore the roots and importance of Black History Month.
My placement was one of the best decisions I have ever made. I have been allowed to grow and express my ideas in a supportive environment, with my amazing team and colleagues at Druck. I am constantly learning new things each day and I cannot wait to see what’s to come. Receiving the award has been a very encouraging incentive for me to perform better and do more for the organisation and myself.
Showcasing positive impact
Nifemi's award for supporting the Black Employee Network demonstrates Druck’s commitment to recognising employees who contribute to a culture of care, diversity, and inclusion. Her journey at Druck reflects the company's values and showcases the positive impact that individuals can have when dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace.
Nifemi has brought her dynamism, enthusiasm, open-mindedness, and diligence to Druck, learning her role rapidly and volunteering for other activities too. She has been recognised for her efforts by our Vice President as well as dozens of others at work. She is a great asset, and we hope she'll join us full-time one day.
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