OKLAHOMA CITY, March 17, 2015 – Carolyn Diaz, Managing Director for Express Employment Professionals South African offices, recently received the company’s top honour for extraordinary enthusiasm, positive attitude and integrity.
Diaz was presented the 2015 Gordon Blair Heritage Award at the staffing company’s annual International Leadership Conference, recently held in Nashville, Tennessee, United States.
First presented in 1994 and named after a mentor of Express leadership, the Gordon Blair Heritage Award is the most prestigious honor the staffing company bestows to an individual for significantly contributing to the overall development and success of Express. In order to be recognized, award recipients must demonstrate an unwavering passion for the power of service, generosity and humility.
“We are honored to present the Gordon Blair Heritage Award to such an outstanding leader, motivator and driver,” said Bob Funk, CEO and chairman of the board for Express Employment Professionals. “Not only is Carolyn a great leader and a great ambassador for Express, she is also a great ambassador for her country. What she has done for our South African franchise locations and job seekers is nothing short of spectacular.”
Since Express began operating in South Africa 16 years ago, Express offices have helped more than 82,000 people find meaningful work.
Diaz is the first person from South Africa to receive the company’s international award.
“Carolyn is doing a fabulous job leading our Express offices in that country. Through her efforts she has helped establish Express as a reputable staffing company in South Africa,” Funk said. “She is the perfect example of enthusiasm and integrity, constantly caring for others and motivating them to succeed.”
Express is committed to the vision of helping as many people as possible find good jobs by helping as many clients as possible find good people. With its international headquarters based in Oklahoma City, Express has 725 franchises in South Africa, the U.S. and Canada.
Offices offer a full range of employment solutions, including evaluation hire, temporary staffing, professional search and human resources. Express focuses on a wide range of positions, including professional, commercial and administrative.