Monday, 11th November – As a business, Fast Technology joins the nation in pausing to honour the sacrifices of those who have served in the armed forces and to reflect on the profound impact of conflict on our communities.
Remembrance Day holds deep significance for many at Fast Technology, and this year, we invited our team members to share their personal connections to the day, fostering a moment of collective gratitude and remembrance.
At 11:00 am, on the 11th day of the 11th month, our staff will observe a two-minute silence, joining together to honour the memory of those lost in service and reflect on the freedoms their sacrifices have afforded us.
Lisa Mawditt, Accreditations Manager, shared her thoughts, “Remembrance Day is a time of reflection for me personally, honouring the bravery, resilience, and courage of those who have served and do still serve in our armed forces. I give gratitude for the peace that we often take for granted and think of others across the world today who aren’t fortunate with peaceful times. We must never forget the sacrifices made by these courageous people, and this day of reflection must inspire us to strive for a more compassionate and just world.” For Lisa, the day carries a family connection as well, “Remembrance Day holds deep personal significance for me, my parents being young children through the years of WWII, losing family members, my father then serving in the Desert Rats, and my nephew currently serving in the Royal Signals. We salute you.”
Jon Prince, Client Care Manager, also shared his perspective on Remembrance Day,
“As someone who hasn’t served in the armed forces or lost someone to conflict, Remembrance Day for me is all about giving thanks to all those who served and lost their lives protecting our nation’s freedom. It’s a time to ensure we never forget the sacrifice given by these people and their families in conflicts past, present, and future. We need to ensure our children and grandchildren never forget.”
Furthermore, Jon Turner, Southern Service Field Engineer, reflects, “My Grandad served in the RAF as a navigator during WW2 he was shot down in France and was rescued by a family who helped get him back home.
He was the rock of our family & was the one who taught us to work hard, be kind, have manners and treat everyone the same as u would want to be treated from top to bottom of life’s ladder.
He passed away in 1987 but we still to this day quote him.”
As we observe Remembrance Day at Fast Technology, we are reminded of our commitment to a peaceful and just world and the importance of remembering those who came before us. Through their sacrifices, we find strength and resilience, values that continue to guide us and our sense of community.
We invite you to join us at 11am on 11th November in a two-minute silence.
Lest we forget.
