Delkia’s Apprentice, Ashlee, Wins Two Awards at Lakes College Awards Ceremony
Delkia is delighted to announce the exceptional success of our Business Administration Apprentice Ashlee, who was honoured with not one, but two awards by Lakes College, Cumbria: Business Apprentice of the Year and the overall Apprentice of the Year. This is a remarkable achievement that reflects her dedication, professionalism and positive influence across the business.
“Winning both Apprentice of the year and Business Apprentice of the year has been a huge milestone in my journey. Getting the recognition has made me realise how much I have gained and learnt over the last 17 months. It’s been a rewarding experience, and it’s motivated me to continue pushing myself to achieve even more.”
Ashlee, Business Administration Apprentice
Ashlee joined Delkia when she was just sixteen and immediately demonstrated a level of maturity, confidence and initiative well beyond her years. Over the past year, she has contributed to multiple functions within the business, consistently delivering high‑quality work, supporting colleagues and embracing every new challenge with enthusiasm.
A driving force behind Delkia’s charity and community engagement initiatives, Ashlee is Secretary of the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Committee. She has coordinated foodbank collections, supported visits to the North Cumbria Foodbank and helped distribute fundraising proceeds. She has also tracked and recorded social value activities throughout the year.
In addition, she has organised and delivered a wide range of fundraising events, from Halloween activities to Wear It Green Day and Christmas Jumper Day. Ashlee has coordinated quizzes, bake sales and an end‑of‑year Christmas raffle, raising funds for charities including Help for Heroes, the Mental Health Foundation and the North Lakes Foodbank. These efforts highlight her creativity, her organisational ability and her commitment to making a meaningful difference in the community.
Alongside her core studies, Ashlee has taken the initiative to complete additional training in Health & Safety, Cyber Security and Effective Minute Taking, demonstrating a genuine drive for continuous improvement.
“Ashlee has been a fantastic addition to our growing company. She plays an integral role communicating with both internal and external stakeholders.”
Rebecca, Executive Assistant and Company Secretary & Ashlee’s Line Manager
Ashlee’s achievements extend far beyond her role title. She has become an integral part of Delkia’s culture, consistently demonstrating initiative, leadership, teamwork and a passion for learning. Her double award win is a testament to her outstanding contribution and the significant impact she has made in such a short period of time. Delkia is incredibly proud of her success and looks forward to supporting her continued growth and future accomplishments.