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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Ajinomoto Foods North America Named a 2025 Inspiring Workplaces Winner
Awarded 'Best in Class' for Culture and Purpose ONTARIO, Calif., July 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ajinomoto Foods North America (AFNA), a specialty frozen food manufacturer designing products for well-being—bringing happiness, peace of mind, and connection to the everyday moments that matter most—has been recognized by Inspiring Workplaces Group (IW) as a truly People First organization, earning "Best in Class" in the Culture and Purpose category. The Inspiring Workplaces Awards celebrate organizations that put people at the heart of their business and foster engagement through progressive, people-first initiatives. AFNA was selected for its approach to building a values-driven culture rooted in well-being, respect, and shared purpose. Grounded in the belief that food has the power to enhance well-being, AFNA's purpose—to make everyday eating a happy experience—comes to life through small, everyday moments that spark joy, connection, and care. This purpose connects employees to their work, to one another, and to the communities they serve. "We are incredibly proud to be recognized as a 'Best in Class' winner for Culture and Purpose. This award reflects our deep commitment to creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to make a meaningful impact," said Hiroshi Kaho, President and CEO of Ajinomoto Foods North America. "When we lead with purpose and prioritize our people, we create a truly inspiring place to work." AFNA's purpose informs everything from its employee engagement strategies and leadership development programs to its sustainability initiatives and community impact. The company's values—Sharing the Joy of Food, Commitment to Performance, Quality is Our First Ingredient, Pride in Caring for One Another, and One Team, One Spirit—serve as a foundation for a workplace that values collaboration, excellence, and genuine care for both employees and the broader world. The Culture and Purpose category honors organizations that build strong connections between what they do and why they do it—creating environments where employees understand their role in driving broader societal good. For more information about the 2025 North America Inspiring Workplaces winners, visit: About Ajinomoto Foods North America, Foods North America, Inc. is dedicated to delivering high-quality and culturally inspired frozen food products that meet the ever-evolving needs of consumers, with a focus on well-being. Our purpose is to enhance the quality of life through food, making everyday eating a happy experience. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Ajinomoto Group, a global leader in the research, development, manufacture, and sale of amino acid-based products. Leveraging the Ajinomoto Group's history with amino acids via "AminoScience", Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. is pioneering the science of well-being. Our quality and safety standards combined with our culinary expertise inspires our belief in sharing the joy of food. Our diverse range of frozen foods combines premium ingredients with exceptional flavor, making it easier for people to enjoy balanced meals without compromising on taste. Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. consumer brands include: Ajinomoto, Jose Ole, Ling Ling and Tai Pei. Our products can be found at Costco, Kroger, Sam's Club, Walmart and more. For more information, please visit View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Ajinomoto Foods North America
Malaysian Reserve
30-06-2025
- Health
- Malaysian Reserve
Parkview Health named No. 1 nonprofit by Inspiring Workplaces Group
Health system No. 31 overall, with special designations for well-being, inclusion FORT WAYNE, Ind., June 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Parkview Health was named the No. 1 nonprofit in North America and No. 31 overall on The Inspiring Workplaces Group's 2025 Top 100 list at its celebration banquet in Chicago on Tuesday. It's the second time Parkview has made Inspiring Workplaces' Top 100, after finishing No. 18 overall and as the No. 3 nonprofit in North America in 2024. 'Our more than 16,000 co-workers are the daily source of inspiration that makes Parkview's culture great,' said Dena Jacquay, chief administrative officer, Parkview Health. 'Our culture is driven by our people, not only by the positive attitude and compassionate care they provide at our facilities daily, but also through their ideas, suggestions and feedback. Our listening efforts have led directly to numerous new benefits and changes to the programs that serve and support our workforce.' 'At Parkview, we empower our co-workers to take an active role in their job and their workplace,' said Dr. Ray Dusman, president, physician and clinical enterprise, Parkview Health. 'They're the ones who know their roles best and can spot opportunities to make their jobs more efficient, safer and higher quality for the patients they serve. Quality, safety and excellent care are results of our culture that encourages co-workers to speak up and provides opportunity to grow.' Unlike other awards, which rely on completing a survey, entrants to the Inspiring Workplaces Awards were asked to provide proof of their investment in people by completing the entry form consisting of the six key elements – culture and purpose, leadership, well-being, inclusion, employee voice and employee experience – fundamental to creating a 'PeopleFirst' culture. Each of the six key elements was also judged separately for special recognition in each discipline. Organizations of all sizes and industries entered a category defined by how many people are within the business. The Top 100 winners were decided by an independent expert judging panel. Parkview's well-being programs received special recognition for the second consecutive year, while Parkview also received a special accolade for its inclusion efforts. Parkview's in-house MyWell-Being department is tasked with supporting both the physical and mental health of the system's more than 16,000 co-workers. The MyWell-Being team offers numerous programs including physical fitness challenges, intramural sports, and nutrition and weight loss programs to support physical health, while also offering perks including free subscriptions to the Calm mental health app, revitalization seminars to engage and inspire co-workers and the ever-popular Parkview Pups program, which brings certified therapy dogs into facilities to visit co-workers. Parkview's inclusion efforts have focused on ways to improve the experience for both co-workers and patients. Initiatives such as Co-worker Resource Groups for veterans, faith and belief, mental health and working moms give employees opportunities to meet and build relationships with their peers, while health equity initiatives for patients have included efforts such as enhancing translation services for patients or community wellness programs that support underserved populations. Parkview was joined on this year's Top 100 list by companies including fellow Fort Wayne-headquartered Sweetwater, as well as Siemens Energy, Union Pacific Railroad and SurveyMonkey. Parkview will automatically be considered for the Inspiring Workplaces global Top 100 list, where it was ranked No. 19 overall in 2024, releasing later this year. The award is the latest in a series of accolades Parkview has received recognizing its excellent workplace environment and culture. Parkview was named No. 7 on Newsweek's Most Loved Companies list in 2024; recognized as a Forbes Best-in-State employer for three consecutive years; and chosen among Becker's 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare in 2024 and 2025. 'As Inspiring Workplaces marks its 10th anniversary, we're proud to recognize organizations that are setting the gold standard for PeopleFirst cultures,' said Matt Manners, founder, The Inspiring Workplaces Group. 'This isn't just a feel-good approach, it's a fundamental business strategy. With AI reshaping the way we work and live, companies that continue to prioritize profit over people may find themselves facing short-term wins but long-term setbacks. PeopleFirst isn't optional. It's essential.' Click here to view Parkview Health's Inspiring Workplaces profile. For a list of available positions at Parkview, visit
Al Etihad
24-06-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority wins 2025 Inspiring Workplaces Award
24 June 2025 21:45 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)The Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority (ECA) has been named a winner of the 2025 Middle East & Africa Inspiring Workplaces Awards, placing it among the region's most visionary and people-first award, presented by the Inspiring Workplaces Group, recognises organisations that lead the way in fostering inclusive, purpose-driven, and empowering workplace was selected from a competitive pool of organisations across the Middle East and Africa and was celebrated for its commitment to creating a workplace where people thrive. The winners were announced during a virtual ceremony held on June 4, Suhail, Director-General of Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority, said, 'This award is a reflection of the inspiration we draw every day from the children we serve. Their creativity, imagination, and resilience have shaped the way we think about our work and our workplace. "We set out to build a culture that mirrors the wonder, curiosity, and strength we see in young children - and this recognition affirms that vision. It's a proud moment for our team and a reminder that when we design our workplaces with the same care and imagination we bring to early childhood development, extraordinary things happen.'Established in 2019, the Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority promotes optimal child development and wellbeing, from the early stages of pregnancy to the age of eight. Its internal culture, built on trust, inclusion, and shared purpose, plays a pivotal role in driving innovation and lasting change across its programs in health and nutrition, child protection, family support, and early of initiatives that have become part of the workplace culture and which have inspired other entities to adopt the same across Abu Dhabi include Meeting-free Fridays, Discovery Days, and a ban on work-related communications after working hours and on weekends, except if every new joiner receives a Culture Playbook, to help promote the desired behaviors and the employee experience and journey is carefully curated from recruitment stage until their final in its 10th year, the Inspiring Workplaces Awards are the world's leading non-survey-based awards recognising organisations that prioritise people in everything they do. Each organisation is assessed on six key pillars: Culture & Purpose, Leadership, Wellbeing, Inclusion, Employee Voice, and Employee are chosen by an independent panel of regional experts using a rigorous and transparent evaluation process. Source: Aletihad - Abu Dhabi
