Sustainable Workplace Award

MANILA, Philippines — Federal Express Corporation, one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, has been recognized as one of the awardees of the HR Asia Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2025. Organized by HR Asia, a leading publication for HR professionals across the region, the awards program is judged using HR Asia’s proprietary Total Engagement Assessment Model (TEAM), which measures employee engagement, workplace culture, and HR practices. In addition, FedEx also received the Sustainable Workplace Award and the Tech Empowerment Award, reinforcing its achievements in sustainability, innovation, and employee well-being.

The HR Asia Best Companies to Work for in Asia Awards is one of the region’s most prestigious employer recognition programs. It honors organizations with outstanding HR practices, high levels of employee engagement, and strong workplace cultures. The program attracts participation from Fortune 500 companies, multinational corporations, and top employers across Asia, making the triple win of FedEx a significant achievement in the competitive landscape of corporate excellence.

The Sustainable Workplace Award recognizes organizations that champion long-term employee well-being, promote environmental responsibility, and implement sustainable business practices within their workplace culture. The Tech Empowerment Award celebrates companies that leverage technology to enhance the employee experience, drive innovation, and enable a more connected and agile workforce.

“This triple win is a powerful testament to the dedication of our people and the strength of the FedEx People-Service-Profit philosophy,” said Maribeth Espinosa, managing director of FedEx Philippines. “Our Purple Promise is to deliver an outstanding FedEx experience at every touchpoint, starting with how we support and care for our team members. These prestigious recognitions inspire us to foster an inclusive workplace culture, accelerate the adoption of cutting-edge digital technologies that empower our people, and drive sustainable practices that benefit our communities and the environment.”

More than a recognition of workplace excellence, the awards reflect the commitment of FedEx to driving progress for communities and the environment. Its people-first agenda was further recognized at the HR Excellence Awards 2025 Philippines, where FedEx secured Gold in Excellence in Cross-Generational Workforce Management and Leadership Development and Silver in Excellence in Best HR Team (Multinational Company). These distinctions demonstrate the breadth and depth of FedEx’s leadership in human capital development.

MANILA – Manulife Philippines, the local arm of leading international financial services provider Manulife, was named as one of HR Asia’s Best Companies to Work for in Asia, with a special citation on its sustainability practices, having received the Sustainable Workplace Award. The recognitions were given during HR Asia’s awards ceremony held in Pasay City on August 26, 2025.

HR Asia’s Best Companies to Work for in Asia is a recognition program for organizations that have been identified by their employees as one of Asia’s employers of choice, exhibiting high levels of employee engagement and excellent workplace cultures. The winners were chosen based on the results of a survey taken by the company’s employees and benchmarked against overall market scores, and a presentation to the selection panel. The Sustainable Workplace Awards program recognizes organizations, which exemplify unwavering commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainable business practices and have demonstrated exceptional leadership in fostering a culture of sustainability and making a positive impact on the environment and society.

Manulife Philippines, led by Chief People Officer Ardhi Siregar (4th from right), proudly receives the HR Asia Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2025 award, reflecting over a century of expertise backed by a strong people-first culture. The company was also given a special citation on its sustainability practices, having received the Sustainable Workplace Award.

“We are honored to receive this recognition from HR Asia. This is a testament to the efforts of our high-performing teams to build better, together,” said Rahul Hora, President and Chief Executive Officer, Manulife Philippines. “With programs and initiatives that promote our people’s continuous learning and growth, inclusion, wellness, recognition, and engagement, we advance our commitment to making Manulife Philippines an employer of choice.”

Manulife Philippines was recognized for fostering a culture of engagement and inclusion through vibrant employee resource groups and an active engagement council, which champion initiatives that connect, support, and inspire its people. The company has also expanded its colleague volunteering efforts under its Impact Agenda, enabling team members to meaningfully contribute to causes that promote sustained health and well-being, inclusive economic opportunities, and a sustainable future. In support of continuous growth for its employees, Manulife invests in learning through its proprietary online platform, Pursuit, and LinkedIn Learning. Additionally, the company continues to empower its teams by rolling out generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) capabilities, helping teams enhance productivity, collaboration, and innovation in their daily workflows.

The HR Asia Best Companies to Work for in Asia Awards is held annually in the Philippines, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Korea, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam.

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Sustainable Workplace Award

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