Welsh Ambulance Service leader among winners at 2025 Culture Pioneer Awards

24.10.2025

A Welsh Ambulance Service leader has been recognised with the People Leader Award at this year’s Culture Pioneer Awards.

Angie Lewis, the Trust’s Director of Culture Change, received the accolade for her leadership in helping the organisation strengthen its culture through a focus on openness, compassion and continuous learning across the service.

The Culture Pioneer Awards celebrate leaders who are shaping sustainable, people-centred workplaces that benefit both colleagues and the communities they serve.

In announcing the winner, organisers praised Angie for her compassionate and values-led approach in an environment where teamwork, trust and wellbeing are critical to the delivery of safe, high-quality care.

Through her work, Angie has encouraged a culture where colleagues feel empowered to speak up, share ideas and shape positive change.

This includes initiatives such as the Voices Network, building a thriving culture champion community, as well as ongoing work to embed the principles of psychological safety, effective change management, inclusion and learning.

Reflecting on the award, Angie said: “It’s an honour to receive this recognition but it truly belongs to everyone at WAST who contributes to making our organisation a great place to work.

“Culture change is an ongoing journey.

“We’re proud of the progress we’ve made in listening, learning and strengthening trust and we’ll continue to nurture that, so every colleague feels able to be their authentic self and deliver the best possible care for our communities.”

Emma Wood, Chief Executive of the Welsh Ambulance Service, said: “Angie has been pivotal in helping us evolve our culture.

“Her passion, empathy and commitment to our people are clear for all to see and she has been a driving force in supporting colleagues to feel heard, valued and respected.

“It’s wonderful to see Angie recognised for the great work she has done, and I know I am not alone in saying that this was well deserved

“This award also reflects the collective effort of many across the Service who are committed to building a supportive, open and compassionate workplace.”