Startek® India wins Golden Peacock HR Excellence award 

Feb 19, 2025 | 2 min read

Recognized for outstanding HR practices and commitment to employee experience 

Mumbai, India – February 19, 2025 – Startek®, a digital-first global customer experience (CX) solutions provider, has been honored with the prestigious Golden Peacock HR Excellence Award by the Institute of Directors (IOD). This recognition highlights Startek’s commitment to fostering a people-first culture and driving excellence in human resource management. 

Notably, Startek is the only BPO recognized in this category, alongside industry leaders. This award was conferred to us by Shri Anurag Singh Thakur, Member of Parliament and Former Cabinet Minister, Govt. of India, Hon’ble Justice Uday U. Lalit, Former Chief Justice of India and Lt. Gen. Surinder Nath, President, National Institute of Directors.    

“At Startek, people-first culture is the foundation of our success. Investing in our workforce strengthens employee engagement and delivers direct positive impact on business by fostering innovation and enhancing customer experiences. Winning the Golden Peacock HR Excellence Award reaffirms our commitment to building a high-performance culture that empowers our people and fuels sustainable growth,” said SM Gupta, Global Chief People Officer at Startek. 

The Golden Peacock HR Excellence Award recognizes organizations demonstrating outstanding HR practices and leadership in talent development. Startek remains dedicated to building a culture of innovation, collaboration, and employee engagement.

About Startek®

For over 35 years, Startek has been at the forefront of customer experience management, serving the world’s leading brands. Operating in 13 countries with more than 38,000 associates, Startek delivers personalized experiences across voice and digital channels. Clients span diverse industries, including telecommunications, retail, e-commerce, financial services, and travel.

To learn more visit www.startek.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

About Golden Peacock Awards 

Instituted by the Institute of Directors (IOD), the Golden Peacock Awards recognize organizations that demonstrate excellence in corporate governance, sustainability, and business practices. The Golden Peacock HR Excellence Award specifically honors companies that implement innovative and impactful HR strategies, fostering a culture of continuous growth and engagement. 

Media relations

Twinkle Sood
Startek
Media Relations
twinkle.sood@startek.com

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