At Genesis, we value people as our most important asset, that’s why we proudly celebrate those who go the extra mile through our Employee of the Quarter programme.
Each quarter, team members nominate colleagues who exemplify dedication, innovation, and excellence. These are individuals who consistently exceed expectations, support their peers, and help uphold the high standards that define Genesis.
After reviewing nominations from across the company, our leadership team selects two winners, one representing the UK/Europe, and one from the US. It’s our way of saying thank you and shining a spotlight on those who make a real difference.
US Employee of the Quarter
Laura Hicks
We’re proud to recognize Laura Hicks as our US Employee of the Quarter for Q3 2025!
Laura exemplifies the spirit of Genesis through her unwavering dedication, leadership, and team-first attitude. This quarter, she played a pivotal role in our Open Enrollment process, stepping up to lead logistics, coordinate schedules, and ensure a seamless experience for our staff.
Beyond her core responsibilities, Laura has been a tremendous support to our HR team, handling sensitive communications and documentation with professionalism and care. She even brought in cupcakes to celebrate team birthdays, just one of the many ways she fosters a positive workplace culture.
Laura also went the extra mile in our recruitment efforts, personally assisting with travel arrangements and interview coordination for a key candidate, ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience.
Her initiative, reliability, and warmth make her a true asset to Genesis. Congratulations, Laura, and thank you for setting such a high standard!
UK/Europe Employee of the Quarter
Sophie Akers
Sophie has made an exceptional impact over the past few months, delivering high-quality results across multiple key projects while consistently demonstrating initiative, professionalism, and collaboration.
A standout achievement this quarter was her leadership in developing and validating new genomic methodologies to confirm the safety and functionality of our Bacillus strains. The new analytical techniques she has developed further strengthens our lab’s technical capabilities and ensures compliance with future industry regulatory standards.
Sophie plays a pivital role in our microbiology team,contributing to whole genome sequencing and morphological investigations with outstanding attention to detail. During a particularly busy period, she took on additional responsibilities to maintain productivity and uplift team morale with her supportive and positive approach.
In addition, Sophie is actively developing our bioinformatics expertise, further enhancing our genomic toolkit and embodying Genesis’ values of continuous improvement and scientific excellence.
Congratulations, Sophie, and thank you for your remarkable contributions!