ANCA has honoured Erin Cooper with the prestigious CEO Award for Safety 2025, celebrating her exceptional leadership and commitment to safety in the workplace. As a Group HR Partner and acting Safety Officer, Cooper’s approach has made a significant impact on the company’s safety culture, focusing on inclusive and people-centred leadership during transformative periods.
Cooper’s strategies are grounded in collaboration and the fostering of trusted relationships within the organisation. Her leadership is marked by empathy, consistency, and accountability. Particularly noteworthy is her awareness of increased risks under pressure, both physically and psychologically. Through providing calm and clear guidance, she has ensured that decisions are fair, transparent, and respectful, thereby enhancing trust and engagement among employees across various work environments.
A core component of Cooper’s achievement is the implementation of practical improvements in safety culture. This includes strengthening systems, governance, visibility, and ensuring diligent follow-through. Her dedication to psychological safety has cultivated an environment where employees feel secure to voice concerns and seek assistance, thereby maintaining a safe and supportive workplace.
This award reflects ANCA’s commitment to excellence in safety and acknowledges Cooper’s role in embedding safety ownership throughout the business. Her efforts ensure that employees leave work each day safe, healthy, and supported.
ANCA, an industry leader known for innovation in CNC machinery, continues to emphasise the importance of safety in fostering a productive and positive work environment. The recognition of Erin Cooper highlights the company’s dedication to leadership that prioritises the wellbeing of its workforce.
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