

We encourage other companies to share their best practices with us next year”.
#HELIOS VS APOLLO PROFESSIONAL#
The winners this year are just a sample of the outstanding work that is being done in the area of professional development.

“We are continuingly amazed at the philosophies and best practices local companies, large and small, are implementing throughout the region. “We were thoroughly impressed with the caliber of nominations we received this year”, said Kathy Albarado, president & CEO of Helios HR. The winners of the 2008 Apollo Awards are: Nominees were judged on the following criteria: professional development opportunities made available to employees, how those opportunities are communicated, their performance management process, individual goal setting and holding employees and managers accountable for performance, and the quantifiable impact of their employee development initiatives on the organization. The nomination process was a stringent one. This year’s winners exemplify excellence in promoting employee development. This includes creating development opportunities for employees, as well as providing the resources for managers and employees to participate in a robust performance management program.

The Apollo Awards recognize organizations that invest in an intentional culture of continuous learning. Reston, VA – J– Helios HR announced today the winners for the 2008 Helios Apollo Awards TM. Awards Recognize Companies Emphasizing Employee Development
