North East HR&D Awards return to celebrate region’s stars

North East HR&D Awards

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The North East HR&D Awards are back!

Celebrating the outstanding organisations and people professionals across our region, the showpiece ceremony will take place at The Fed, in Gateshead, on Thursday, June 11.

With a diverse range of award categories, the event – now in its 18th year – will again shine a spotlight on the stars of the HR and learning and development community.

Following 2025’s out of this world space-themed spectacle, the stage is set for another unforgettable evening.

Pete Mallon, creative and managing director of N magazine publisher NET, which delivers the North East HR&D Awards alongside the North East Work & Talent advisory board, says: “We can’t wait for this year’s event.

“As an independent media organisation committed to highlighting the inspiring stories of those shaping change in our region, the ceremony is a perfect match for us and a real highlight in our calendar.

“The 2025 event was a very enjoyable occasion, and we’re working hard behind the scenes to create another memorable event.”

The 2026 North East HR&D Awards will be judged by members of the North East Work & Talent advisory board, who represent a cross-section of expertise and experience from organisations across the region.

As this edition of N magazine went to print, judges were poring over scores of award nominations.

Elouise Leonard-Cross and Sarah Carnegie, North East Work & Talent advisory board joint chairs, say: “We are delighted to renew our partnership with leading multi-platform publisher NET to deliver the 2026 North East HR&D Awards.

“Last year’s event was a truly unforgettable occasion, with many incredible tales of skill and success on show, and the 2026 celebration promises to be just as memorable.

“With 12 categories recognising the breadth and variety of the contribution of the people profession, we encourage organisations to share their excellent practices, to celebrate their people and showcase our fantastic region.”

The 2026 North East HR&D Awards are proudly supported by a number of partners, which include NPH Group, Northumbrian Water, TDR Training, Motivait, Hill Dickinson, Jackson Hogg, Esh Group, Castle Peak Group and Recovery4Life.

For more information about tickets and how to reserve a table for the evening, contact Lesley Hampson by emailing [email protected] or call 07748 908058.

Alternatively, email Dawn Owens at [email protected] or call 07789 666437.