Arcus Excellence Awards 2026
At our 2026 Leadership Event, we took time to recognise colleagues and teams who have delivered exceptional results and lived our values through the first-ever Arcus Excellence Awards.
Hosted by Chief Commercial Officer, Theresa Bell, and Chief Operating Officer, Mike Bentman, the evening brought colleagues together to celebrate the people behind our delivery. Not everyone could attend, so a number of awards were accepted by senior leaders on behalf of their teams, reflecting the wider contribution across the business.
Choosing the winners was not easy – the standard across Arcus is high, and these awards were a way to pause, recognise and say ‘thank you’ to those who have made a real difference over the past year. Winners received a trophy along with additional prizes in recognition of their contribution.
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The evening reflected what being people driven means in practice. Expert delivery comes from people who care, and that was clear in every story shared.
The Arcus Excellence Awards will now become an annual event. We look forward to recognising more colleagues in the years ahead.
Delivering for Customers Award – Jordan Ellis, Account Director
Recognised for consistently going above and beyond with passion, enthusiasm and energy. Jordan played a key role in the mobilisation of the Sainsbury’s Building Fabric contract, bringing practical solutions and constructive ideas to every challenge.
Driver of the Year – Billy Moffat, Compliance Testing Technician
Selected through fleet and driving performance data, Billy stood out for representing Arcus on the road with care, attention and a strong safety mindset.
Rising Star Award – Keanan Ebanks, Project Manager
A Project Manager who has grown in confidence and capability, making a strong impact in mobilisation. Keanan is known for being organised, knowledgeable and approachable, helping to keep delivery on track and stakeholders aligned.
Safety Excellence Award – Claire Wheeler, In-store cleaning manager
Recognised for a strong focus on keeping colleagues safe. Claire reported 638 hazard spots in the last financial year, demonstrating a proactive approach to HSQE and day to day vigilance.
Outstanding Leadership Award – Tasha Newman, Business Unit Leader
Recognised for authentic leadership and a clear focus on results. Tasha has strengthened her business area through team development, stronger customer relationships and improved performance.
Outstanding Contribution Award – Iona McLeod, Senior Insights Analyst and Lorna Blackhall, Pricing and Commercial Manager
This award recognises consistent impact over time.
Iona McLeod is known for providing valuable insight and analysis across the business, with multiple nominations highlighting her impact.
Lorna Blackhall is recognised for going beyond her remit in pricing, bringing flexibility, insight and a positive approach that supports teams across Arcus.
Team of the Year Award – Santander Mobilisation Team
Recognised for delivering a mobilisation that set a new benchmark for collaboration and execution across the business.
Productivity Award – Selwyn Thomas, Building Fabric Technician
A data-led winner whose performance placed him at the top of productivity reporting, demonstrating consistent service and efficient delivery.
Arcus Hero Award – Henry Courcha, Drainage Engineer
Recognised for responding quickly to a serious drainage incident at a key store, resolving the issue and supporting the customer with guidance to reduce future risk. The impact was recognised directly by the customer.
Commercial Achievement Award – Steve Gillies, Head of Operations – Resilience
Recognised for driving a strong improvement in commercial performance. Steve has increased refrigeration fabric work orders while improving margins and reducing costs for customers, alongside a significant reduction in water leaks.
Congratulations to all of our 2026 winners and thank you to everyone across Arcus for the commitment and professionalism you bring every day.
