At the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, Australians come together to remember those who served in times of war, conflict and peacekeeping; those who never returned home; and the families whose lives have also been shaped by their service and sacrifice.
To mark Remembrance Day, Symal CEO Nabeel Sadaka, Chief People and Culture Officer Alison Laing and National Lead, Defence and Emergency Management Christian George came together at Melbourne’s Shrine of Remembrance to share a message of reflection, respect and gratitude.
For Symal, remembrance is about more than looking back. It’s also about carrying forward the values demonstrated by generations of Australians who served: resilience, teamwork, integrity, perseverance and service to others.
That connection is reflected within our own business. We’re proud to have veterans, reservists and members of Defence families across Symal. Their experience, leadership and commitment strengthen our teams, and we recognise their contribution not only on Remembrance Day, but throughout the year.
As a veteran, Christian George also brings a personal perspective on what remembrance means: remembering mates who came home, those who did not, and those whose battles continued long after their military service ended. His experience reflects the enduring values of trust, resilience, unity and looking out for the people beside you.
We pause to honour all who have served and continue to serve, remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice, and carry their legacy forward.