Every year, the Linfox Chairman’s and CEO’s Awards shine a spotlight on Linfox’s most exceptional team leaders – those who go above and beyond in performance, demonstrate outstanding leadership and truly embody our LIFT values: loyalty, integrity, fairness and trust.
“These awards aren’t just recognition. Winners are given a unique opportunity to broaden their horizons through study at some of the world’s most prestigious learning institutions, deepening their skills and bringing fresh insights back to Linfox,” said Executive Chairman Linfox Pty Ltd, Peter Fox AM.
Linfox Chairman’s Award 2025
Linfox General Manager, Comcare and Workers Compensation, Surash Ramachandran has been awarded this year’s Chairman’s Award.
Surash is a quiet achiever and is highly regarded by leaders in the business, consistently delivering exceptional outcomes during his 17 years at Linfox.
His ability to build strong, meaningful relationships with operational teams and provision of Linfox’s medical and rehabilitation services ensure that our people are supported to return to work safely, and our business remains strong.
“Surash is committed to understanding the unique challenges faced by our team members across Australia and New Zealand when it comes to injury and rehabilitation risks, using this insight to mitigate challenges in managing claims and rehabilitation. Surash’s dedication and tenacity ensures the best outcomes for Linfox team members and the wider business,” said Peter.
“Surash aligns with Linfox’s “Be Safer”, “Work Smarter” and “Achieve Together” strategic commitments, leading by example and encouraging his team to achieve high levels of workforce engagement and Comcare compliance.”
Linfox CEO’s Award 2025
The 2025 CEO’s Award was presented to Linfox General Manager Commercial Finance – Retail, Richard Alweyn.
As a leader in the commercial and finance function within the Retail team, Richard is adept at problem-solving, taking an enterprise approach to commercial negotiations and maintaining strong connections. His collaboration across business units has helped Richard deliver favourable outcomes for Linfox, including his contribution in securing several recent customer contracts.
“Richard actively models the LIFT values through his comprehensive approach to resolving commercial negotiations between business units and has fostered strong relationships with his peers and operational general managers, helping deliver a ‘Together Stronger’ approach,” said CEO Linfox Australia and New Zealand, Mark Mazurek.
“Richard is a valued mentor to many in his team and consistently shows his commitment to developing others by leading the Commercial and Finance modules within our Linfox Leader program.”
Surash and Richard now have the exciting opportunity to undertake further studies at some of the world’s most respected learning institutions, where they will broaden and diversify their leadership experience, gaining unique perspectives that will enhance their role at Linfox.
Congratulations to Surash and Richard on their well-deserved awards.