Chevron felicitates star performers

Chevron Lubricants Lanka PLC honoured the organisations most outstanding achievers for the year 2009 at the Chevron Star Awards held recently.

A total of 23 awards were given at this annual recognition program under different categories to star performers among Chevron's direct employees as well as its business partners and the staff.

'Prioritise employee recognition and you can ensure a positive, productive, innovative organisational climate' commented Kishu Gomes, Managing Director/CEO, Chevron Lubricants Lanka PLC. 'People who feel appreciated are more positive about themselves and their ability to contribute. Which is why at Chevron, fairness, clarity, and consistency are of paramount importance.

People need to see that each person who makes the same or a similar contribution has an equal likelihood of receiving recognition for his/her efforts' he said.

At this ceremony, Jayashantha Thotahewage, Regional Sales Manager, was awarded the coveted award of the event 'The Marketer of the Year 2009' for his outstanding performance during the year. We are indeed proud of our 'stars', added Kishu Gomes. 'Chevron Star Awards is a stage on which such 'stars' are applauded for their effort and the value contributed to our business. After all, when you recognise people effectively, you reinforce the actions and behaviours you most want to see your employees repeat' he continued.

Speaking at the event, chief guest Edward Heartney, who is the Chief of the Economic and Commercial Section in the U.S.Embassy, commended the Company for being a working example of successful recognition where employee contributions are recognized and rewarded as a part of its culture and way of life.

He also applauded the award winners on the noteworthy contributions made by them towards the success of the organization in 2009.