AXREM is proud to announce that our Future Leaders Council has been awarded the Silver Award for Best Membership Engagement at the prestigious Association Excellence Awards 2025, held at the QEII Centre in Westminster, London.
The AXREM team, joined by member representatives, attended the ceremony as finalists in an impressive five categories. This recognition celebrates the collective energy, creativity, and commitment of our Future Leaders Council, whose work continues to inspire and empower the next generation of MedTech leadership.
The Best Membership Engagement award acknowledges the Council’s innovative approach to fostering collaboration, inclusivity, and professional development across our membership. From dynamic networking initiatives to sector-shaping advocacy, the Council has become a vibrant force within AXREM, championing fresh perspectives and driving meaningful change.
The judges feedback included: "This submission appeals to my interest in harnessing the capabilities and thoughts of more junior colleagues. It’s a great example of engaging future leaders to provide input, create engagement and foster long term loyalty in the association." "AXREM's Future Leaders Council represents membership engagement innovation at its finest, creating a strategic governance enhancement that empowers emerging talent, delivers immediate industry value, generates exceptional member engagement growth, and provides a blueprint for how professional associations can future-proof their industries. This initiative proves that meaningful engagement isn't just about serving current members, it's about empowering the leaders who will shape the sector's future." "A great initiative aimed at the next-generation. Encouraging them to speak up, share their ideas and help shape the future of the industry and association. This is a fantastic initiative, which has proven outcomes and improvements."
“We are absolutely thrilled to receive this Silver Award,” said Sally, CEO of AXREM. “It’s a testament to the passion and dedication of our Future Leaders, and to the wider AXREM community who support and believe in their vision. This recognition reinforces our commitment to nurturing talent and building a more inclusive, forward-thinking sector.”
The Association Excellence Awards celebrate the vital work of professional associations across the UK, highlighting best practice, innovation, and impact. AXREM’s multiple finalist nominations reflect the strength of our member-led initiatives and our ongoing mission to elevate standards across imaging, oncology, and healthcare technology.
Huw Shurmer, AXREM Chair said “This recognition is a testament to AXREM’s commitment to nurturing talent and fostering collaboration across our membership. The Future Leaders Council exemplifies the energy and innovation that will shape the future of our sector. I’m delighted to see their work celebrated on such a prestigious stage.”
Jack Bond, AXREM FLC Vice Chair, who also attended the awards ceremony, said upon winning “Winning Silver for Best Membership Engagement is a huge honour and a reflection of the passion and drive within our Future Leaders Council. We’ve worked hard to create a space where emerging voices in MedTech feel heard, supported, and empowered, this award shows we’re making a real impact. I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve achieved together.”
We extend heartfelt thanks to our members, partners, and supporters, but especially to our Future Leaders for making this achievement possible.
Note:
AXREM members supply the majority of diagnostic medical imaging and radiotherapy equipment installed in UK hospitals. In doing so, our member companies and their employees work side by side with Radiologists, Radiographers, Practitioners, Oncologists and a wide range of healthcare professionals in delivering healthcare to patients using our technologies.
Our members therefore have unique knowledge, experience and insight into the workflow and challenges faced by healthcare professionals on a day-to-day basis, which enables us to develop and offer innovative solutions to improve the speed and quality of diagnostic procedures and treatments with our ultimate aim of improving patient care.
Although our members operate in a highly competitive commercial environment and in strict conformity with UK laws and regulations, certain issues such as this require focus and resolution on an industry-wide basis.
For further information about this press release please contact AXREM Chief Executive Officer – Sally Edgington
AXREM, Rotherwick House, 3 Thomas More Street, London, E1W 1YZ
E sally.edgington@axrem.org.uk
T 07717 058649
