The Value Champions program provides the opportunity to recognize and reward colleagues who live Our Core Values every day in the DeGroote School of Business The Value Champions program was introduced in 2024 with the primary focus of celebrating employees who exemplify the values at the heart of DeGroote.
Collaboration. Community. Inclusivity. Innovation. Integrity.
Every individual among us is a potential Value Champion, actively breathing life into these guiding principles. The Value Champion initiative serves as our platform to celebrate one another’s achievements and ensure our employees are acknowledged for wholeheartedly embracing these values.
As we continue to grow and evolve as a learning community, I want to take a moment to reflect on the values that define who we are and guide everything we do: Collaboration, Community, Inclusivity, Innovation, and Integrity.
Collaboration is the cornerstone of our academic and professional excellence. When we bring together diverse perspectives, we create stronger ideas and deeper learning experiences. I encourage each of you to seek out opportunities to partner across disciplines and roles.
We are strongest when we stand together as a Community—supporting one another, celebrating each other’s achievements, and working through challenges with empathy and understanding. Every one of you contributes to the vibrant, dynamic environment that makes our institution unique.
Inclusivity is not just a goal—it’s a commitment. We strive to create spaces where every individual feels welcomed, respected, and empowered to thrive. Our differences enrich us, and our shared purpose unites us.
Through Innovation, we push boundaries and reimagine what is possible. Whether in research, teaching, or service, I urge you to think boldly and act courageously, knowing that progress often begins with a single idea.
And underpinning all of this is our unwavering Integrity. In every decision we make and every action we take, we must uphold the highest standards of honesty, responsibility, and ethical conduct.
These values are not just words—they are the principles that define our culture and shape our future.
Khaled Hassanein,
Dean, DeGroote School of Business
Inspired by a colleague who embodies the values that are at the heart of DeGroote?
Submit your nomination here!
