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IABC International Conference

The IABC International Conference is the leading international forum of its kind. More than 1,400 business communication professionals—decision makers in leading industries around the world—gather annually to learn the latest developments and best practices in communication and make connections that will advance their communication programs and careers.

Conference Session: M11

M11 / “Tell us your story”: Building employee engagement through an awards program

Date: Monday, 23 June
Time: 1:30–2:45 p.m.
Track: Employee Communication

Syngenta’s annual awards program recognizes outstanding achievements of the company’s global teams. Through this program, employees share projects that exemplify Syngenta’s values and purpose. These inspiring stories provide powerful insights into the company’s culture and business, and serve as a platform for ongoing communication and knowledge-sharing activities.

This session will examine how Syngenta’s award program:

• Demonstrates values in action through storytelling
• Implements a global initiative locally
• Links local activities to organizational success

Presenter / Susan Kelly / Switzerland, is responsible for global internal communication and online communication for Syngenta, a global agribusiness company with 21,000 employees across 90 countries. Kelly's previous positions have involved heading internal communication and corporate communication within engineering and agribusiness companies in the U.K. and Australia.