- Tracy Garrad, CEO at AXA Health, has been awarded the Freedom of the City of London
- The award acknowledges Tracy’s work to improve diversity and inclusion in the financial services sector
- The Freedom of the City of London is one of the oldest surviving traditional ceremonies and dates back to the thirteenth century
Tracy was nominated by Lord Mayor of the City of London Vincent Keaveny and Lady Mayoress Amanda Keaveny in recognition of her efforts to create more diverse and inclusive workplaces, particularly in terms of social mobility. The award acknowledges Tracy’s dedication and passion for creating opportunities for all, irrespective of background.
She was presented with a certificate during a ceremony at Chamberlain’s Court, Guildhall on Tuesday 30 August.
One of the City of London’s ancient traditions, the Freedom is believed to have begun in 1237 and enabled recipients, who were also required to join a Livery Company, to carry out their trade.
As well as being nominated for, or applying for, the Freedom, it is also offered by the City of London Corporation to individuals as a way of paying tribute to their outstanding contribution to London or public life, or to celebrate a very significant achievement.