It’s that time again!
Join us to celebrate the second round of this initiative, our Quarter 3 Learner Champions!
These incredible apprentice and commercial learners have been recognised, nominated and voted for by the WELL Team for standing out through their learning showing us growth mindset, resilience, leadership, consistency, professionalism, and career progression.
Every single nominee is a winner in our eyes because their hard work, improvement, and engagement is inspirational.
Keep reading to see our six category winners and the runners-up (all winners in our eyes!)
Most Improved
Winner – Macey Pearce
Runner up – Chris Hemming
Celebrating Macey Pearce, completing her Business Administration Apprenticeship with a GP Surgery.
Macey, named our Most Improved Learner, nominated by her Senior Learning Coach, Sal Khan.
When Macey began her apprenticeship, she lacked confidence and preferred one-to-one sessions. But over time, she’s grown remarkably, and now actively joins the group training sessions and contributes with confidence and enthusiasm. Her progress has been inspiring to watch!
A huge WELL done, Macey.
Most Engaged
Winner – Antonella Orlacchio
Runners-up
Ethan Stokes
Jamie Grubb
Antonella Orlacchio, completing her Operations Manager Apprenticeship with Caffè Nero, and voted our Most Engaged Learner!
Nominated by Senior Learning Coach nicola baxter, Antonella stood out for her energy and curiosity, whether in face-to-face or virtual sessions, she’s always the first to contribute, ask thoughtful questions, and go above and beyond expectations. She even brings insights from her HiPer programme into her apprenticeship learning, demonstrating incredible initiative and commitment to her growth.
Fantastic work, Antonella, your passion for learning lifts everyone around you!
Growth Mindset & Resilience
Winner – Richard Crowe
Runners-up
Holly Card
Kieran Jacques
Parha Mohammad
Richard Crowe, who recently completed his Level 7 CMI Diploma in Strategic Leadership Practice.
Richard is recognised for his Growth Mindset and Resilience, nominated by Lianne (Li) Russell, Head of Commercial and Facilitator.
Richard began strong but faced a major challenge when he was made redundant partway through his qualification. Instead of giving up, he kept going, continuing his studies, applying feedback, and completing all units just as he secured a new role with PDSA.
Richard’s perseverance and professionalism is an outstanding example of what true leadership looks like. Well done from the WELL Team!
Leadership & Collaboration
Winner – Connor Jordan Jarvis
Runners-up
Carl Baker & Richard Deakin
Celebrating Leadership in Action with Connor Jordan Jarvis, completing his Operations Manager Apprenticeship with Caffè Nero.
Connor has been recognised for Leadership and Collaboration, nominated by Senior Learning Coach nicola baxter.
Connor consistently supports his peers, encourages quieter voices in group sessions, and brings an inclusive, team-focused energy to everything he does. His willingness to share experiences and lead by example makes him a true role model.
Congratulations, Connor. Your leadership and collaborative spirit are exactly what great management is built on!
Career Progression / Real-World Impact
Winner – Kane Cates
Runners-up
Luz Aida Morton
Tony Turner
Kane Cates, completing his Team Leader Apprenticeship with Coffee#1, nominated for Career Progression and Real-World Impact by Senior Learning Coach Ben Wakefield.
Kane’s journey is one of transformation, focus and determination, producing exceptional work and earning a well-deserved promotion to Store Manager.
Even more inspiring? He volunteered to take on a challenging store to prove himself and he’s already making progress!
Kane, your courage, work ethic, and drive for improvement are incredible. Congratulations!
Consistency & Professionalism
Winner – Will Granfield
Runners-up
Luz Aida Morton
Kim Youll
Will Granfield, Store Manager at Coffee#1, recently completing his Operations Manager Apprenticeship.
Will was nominated for Consistency and Professionalism by Senior Learning Coach nicola baxter.
Will achieved Distinction in both elements of his EPA, all while balancing multiple responsibilities, from managing a Centre of Excellence store to supporting peers and even supporting his Area Manager. His professionalism, high standards, and encouragement of others make him a true standout.
Well done, Will! Setting the bar high for excellence and consistency in everything you do.
We hope you’ve enjoyed celebrating our learners as much as we have!
We don’t see these as just awards, they’re stories of hard work, persistence, and personal growth.
Every nominee represents the very best of continual learning and what it means to be a lifelong learner.
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