Shaw
Learning Academy
was recently named to Training magazine’s “Training Top 125.” The company’s
training and development program came in at 18th on the list, which ranks
organizations worldwide for outstanding human capital development programs and
practices. Shaw is the only floorcovering manufacturer to have made the list
for six consecutive years. The company was formally recognized for its
achievement during the annual Training magazine Awards banquet in San Diego earlier this
month.
“The fact
that Shaw Learning Academy has been included on the list for six consecutive
years –- and has steadily improved its rankings during that time –- is a
reflection of Shaw’s commitment to providing world-class training and development
for our associates and our customers,” said Danny Crutchfield, Shaw director of
corporate training and organizational development.
Originally
a single sales training program, Shaw Learning Academy has evolved over the
past two decades into a group of aligned Centers of Excellence, each dedicated
to partnering with internal and external clients to deliver specific training
and development opportunities. The Academy currently includes eight Centers of
Excellence, including classes on leadership, technology, business management,
operations, retail, ethics & compliance, individual and sales.
Each year, Training
magazine reviews hundreds of applications from organizations worldwide to
assemble the Top 125 list. Companies are assessed in a range of qualitative and
quantitative factors, including financial investment in employee development,
the type and scope of training and education programs provided to employees,
the quality of those programs and how closely such development opportunities
are linked to business goals and objectives.
“Shaw
strives to create an environment where our people can develop and contribute at
their highest level,” said Shaw President Randy Merritt. “Providing the best
possible opportunities for the continued personal and professional development
of each of our associates is one of the most important investments we can make.
We are proud to be recognized for our commitment and that Training ranks Shaw Learning
Academy among the world’s
best training programs.”
Shaw named to 'Training Top 125' for sixth year
February 17, 2010
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