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Employee of the Month: The People You Want on Your Team
May's Employee of the Month winners are recognised for the professionalism, reliability and teamwork they demonstrated when their colleagues and teams needed them most.
HallMark Attends U.S. Embassy Event Celebrating 250 Years of American Food, Drink and Agriculture
HallMark attended the U.S. Embassy's celebration of 250 years of American agriculture, connecting with key stakeholders from across government, industry and international trade.
HallMark Joins the VPHA Romania Study Tour 2026
HallMark joined the VPHA Romania Study Tour 2026 for a week of veterinary public health exchange, industry visits, animal welfare discussions, and international networking across Romania.
April 2026: Making Things Better
April’s Employee of the Month winners are recognised for their initiative, teamwork and commitment to improving the experience of colleagues and teams across the Group.
Employee of the Year 2025–26: The Best of the Best
Orҫun Durak has been named the Vorenta Group’s inaugural Employee of the Year for 2025–26, recognised for his outstanding impact, professionalism and contribution across the Group.
New EU Pet Travel Rules for GB Residents from April 2026
New EU rules mean EU pet passports are no longer valid for most GB residents — AHCs are now the required route for travel.
Recognising Impact Across the Group – This Month and Beyond
This month’s recognition brings together Employee of the Month and Teammate of the Quarter, highlighting individuals whose contributions have made a meaningful impact across the Vorenta Group.
Easter, the Vorenta Way
A steady pace, a short pause — Easter at Vorenta is about taking a moment, even when the work continues.
A Catch-Up for the Exports Team
A chance to step back, catch up and spend time together, as colleagues from across regions met in person and wished Alejandra all the best ahead of her maternity leave.
HallMark at the 31st AVESA Congress – Calvià 2026
HallMark attended the 31st AVESA Congress in Calvià, joining veterinary public health professionals to discuss food safety, zoonotic surveillance and collaboration.
Short Month. High Expectations.
February’s Employee of the Month awards recognise colleagues who delivered under pressure, strengthened systems and stepped confidently into new challenges across the Vorenta Group.
FSA and HallMark Conduct Joint Visit to Pilgrim’s Westerleigh Site
HallMark and the FSA conducted a joint visit to Pilgrim’s Westerleigh site, observing official controls on the ground and reinforcing collaboration across regulators, delivery partners and industry.
HallMark at RVC Careers Fair 2026
At the RVC Careers Fair, HallMark spoke about Public Health and Official Veterinary careers. Seventeen students signed up to our pipeline.
Setting the Pace for 2026: Employee of the Month – January
January set the tone for 2026, with colleagues across Official Controls, Head Office and MLC demonstrating leadership and resilience. This month’s winners reflect the standards shaping the year ahead.
Inspiring the Next Generation at Harper & Keele Veterinary School
HallMark met veterinary students at Harper & Keele to discuss public health careers, Official Veterinary roles and future opportunities.
WW3 Team Winter Party 2026 – A Night to Remember
Around 80 colleagues, friends and family joined the WW3 Team Winter Party 2026 in Gloucester, celebrating connection, culture and a great year together.
Teammate of the Quarter: Recognising Silvia Orizio
Silvia Orizio has been named Vorenta Group’s inaugural Teammate of the Quarter for Q3 2025–26, recognised for her professionalism, technical expertise and consistent contribution to team success.
Excellence Maintained at Year End – December 2025
December’s Employee of the Month awards recognise colleagues who maintained high standards and professionalism through the busiest period of the year.
Celebrating Christmas 2025 at the Vorenta Group
A festive message from the Vorenta Group reflecting on an exceptional 2025 across HallMark and MLC, celebrating people, progress, and looking ahead to 2026.
Recognising Remarkable Effort Across the Group – November 2025
As the year draws to a close, three colleagues continued to set the pace with exceptional work in November. Their contributions remind us why our people remain at the heart of everything we do.