We are thrilled to announce that we have been awarded Gold accredited membership in The 5% Club’s esteemed 2024-25 Employer Audit Scheme for the second consecutive year. This accolade highlights our unwavering commitment to social mobility in the community through “earn and learn” initiatives, including Apprenticeships, Graduate Schemes, and Student Placements.
Achieving Gold status again is a testament to our dedication to nurturing the growth and development of our workforce. It underscores our belief that investment in people is the cornerstone of success. Through programs that offer hands-on learning, we are creating pathways for professional growth and equipping our staff with the skills and confidence they need to thrive.
Blake Richmond, COO, commented: “We are proud to achieve Gold membership in The 5% Club for the second year. This recognition underscores our dedication to developing a skilled and diverse workforce and creating inclusive pathways for professional growth. Our people are central to our success and are committed to continuing these impactful initiatives.”
By being part of The 5% Club, we proudly stand alongside over 1,100 forward-thinking employers dedicated to driving positive change. The 5% Club represents a powerful movement of companies working together to make workplace training more inclusive, diverse, and accessible. Members support 1.9 million employees, with more than 108,000 individuals participating in “earn and learn” schemes. The Employer Audit rigorously assesses our efforts, future ambitions, and commitment to social mobility, diversity, and inclusion, further strengthening our mission.
Steve Rudd, Head of Human Resources, commented: “As a People Team, we passionately believe in the strength and sustainability our early-to-career programmes deliver for our business. Our focus on building industry-leading diversity within our workforce brings new perspectives and ideas that enrich our products and services, how we interact with our customers, and our culture. Being recognised by the 5% Club for our work in this space and how we invest in supporting our early-to-career colleagues is hugely gratifying.”
Among a distinguished list of members, we are honoured to be recognised as one of the elite Gold members of The 5% Club. This achievement places us at the forefront of workplace learning innovation, and we look forward to expanding these opportunities even further.
Mark Cameron OBE, Chief Executive at The 5% Club, commented: “We are incredibly proud of the outstanding employers, like Resonate, who have gone above and beyond to invest in the future of their workforce through a diverse range of ‘earn and learn’ initiatives. Their dedication, especially during these challenging times, deserves to be celebrated. By achieving Gold membership, Resonate has shown an exceptional commitment to shaping the skills of tomorrow, contributing not only to their business but to the wider economy.”
Gill Cronin, Director of Operations at The 5% Club, added: “Witnessing the dedication and passion our members bring to providing meaningful career development opportunities is inspiring. Resonate’s Gold membership highlights its leadership in creating impactful learning environments prioritising inclusion and diversity. As we see 20% of our members reaching these prestigious tiers, it truly reflects how companies like Resonate are laying the groundwork for the future talent pipeline.”
