Key Takeaways
- K-Electric (KE) has won the Gold Stevie® Award in the HR Individual – Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Leader of the Year category.
- Muhammad Rizwan Dalia, KE’s Chief People Officer, received the honor for his leadership in DEI initiatives.
- This is KE's first participation in the Stevie® Awards for Great Employers.
K-Electric (KE) has achieved a significant milestone by winning the Gold Stevie® Award at the 11th Annual Stevie® Awards for Great Employers. The award, which recognizes excellence in human resources and workplace management, was presented to KE’s Chief People Officer, Muhammad Rizwan Dalia, in the HR Individual – Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Leader of the Year category.
Dalia expressed his elation at receiving this recognition, stating that it is a testament to the dedication and perseverance of KE's DEI journey. He emphasized the importance of diversity in fostering innovation and inclusion in enabling employees to perform their best work.
The Stevie® Awards for Great Employers received over 1,000 nominations from organizations across 38 nations this year, highlighting the global significance of the award. This recognition underscores KE’s commitment to creating a positive workplace environment that aligns with international standards of excellence.
Speaking about the achievement, Dalia said: 'Receiving this Gold Stevie® Award is truly meaningful because I know how much dedication, perseverance, and belief have gone into KE’s DEI journey over the years. As a company from Pakistan’s power sector, an industry that has faced its share of challenges both nationally and across our region, this recognition is especially significant.'
KE’s participation in the Stevie® Awards marks its first time entering such prestigious competitions, making this award even more noteworthy. The company aims to continue its efforts towards fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.
This achievement not only highlights KE's commitment to employee welfare but also represents Pakistan on the global stage. It serves as an inspiration for other organizations in the region to prioritize DEI initiatives and strive for excellence in human resources management.
Receiving this Gold Stevie® Award is truly meaningful because I know how much dedication, perseverance, and belief have gone into KE’s DEI journey over the years.
Muhammad Rizwan Dalia, Chief People Officer at K-Electric
