AIA Lay Member Ranjana Bell MBE has been announced as a finalist for the prestigious Lifetime Achievement award at the 2023 National Diversity Awards. The accolade, renowned for celebrating individuals who have made exceptional and enduring contributions to their respective fields, recognises Ranjana’s outstanding dedication and impact within the field of equality and diversity.
Ranjana has consistently demonstrated an unwavering commitment to her craft throughout her illustrious career. Her exceptional contributions have not only shaped the industry but have also motivated countless professionals to aspire to greatness.
She expressed her gratitude for the recognition, saying, “I am truly humbled to be considered for the Lifetime Achievement award. My journey in the realm of accounting has been immensely rewarding, and I remain appreciative of the opportunities to learn, evolve, and contribute.”
This prestigious acknowledgment comes on the heels of Ranjana’s noteworthy involvement as Chair of the Board for The Road to Recovery Trust, Newcastle upon Tyne, which is a charity that supports people on their journey of recovery from addiction. The Trust was the winner of the 2021 3rd Sector Award given by Asian Business Connexions. She has also been named as The Volunteer of the Year by the National British Association of Women in Policing (BAWP), and was added to the 2022 Northern Power Women List by Northern Power Women.
Philip Turnbull, AIA Chief Executive, “AIA is immensely proud of Ranjana’s well-deserved recognition as a finalist for the Lifetime Achievement award at the 2023 National Diversity Awards. Her dedication to the field of equality and diversity, as well as her instrumental role as a council member at AIA showcase her as a true luminary. Ranjana’s contributions have not only enriched the accounting profession but have also furthered AIA’s commitment to diversity and excellence.”
An astonishing 90,000 people were nominated and voted this year and the results are finally in for the 12th National Diversity Awards with 120 nominees recognised for their various achievements nationwide. The announcement of Ranjana’s status as a finalist for the Lifetime Achievement award underscores her remarkable accomplishments and profound influence in the industry. It emphasises the enduring impact she has made on both the profession and the individuals she has collaborated with over the years.
The winner of the Lifetime Achievement award will be unveiled by Clare Balding, CBE at the 2023 National Diversity Awards ceremony on September 15th. As Ranjana could potentially add another remarkable achievement to her already illustrious career, AIA extends its heartfelt well-wishes to her. We are excited to see her continue to inspire and make a difference in the promotion of EDI.
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