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Al Bawaba
10-06-2025
- Business
- Al Bawaba
Ooredoo Kuwait Wins "Most Inspiring Workplace" Award in MENA for 2025
In a new achievement added to its rich record in human resources, the 2025 "Inspiring Workplaces Awards" announced the selection of Ooredoo Kuwait among the top five most inspiring workplaces in the Middle East and North Africa recognition acknowledges its deep commitment to establishing a corporate culture centered around the employee as a fundamental element in every development and innovation recognition is the culmination of a long journey of efforts made by Ooredoo Kuwait in building a distinguished work environment based on empowering individuals, fostering a sense of belonging, and solidifying a culture of creativity, making it a role model in investing in human capital."Every advancement starts with individuals."In his speech during the virtual ceremony held to announce the awards, Omar Al-Bassam, Chief Human Resources and Administration Services Officer at Ooredoo Kuwait, expressed his pride in this achievement, stating: "On behalf of Ooredoo Kuwait, I extend my sincere thanks and appreciation to the management of the Inspiring Workplaces Awards for this esteemed recognition. It is a great honor to be classified among the elite institutions that place the human element at the heart of their strategies and priorities.""At Ooredoo, we believe that every true development begins with individuals. Our employees are not just a part of the company; they are its essence and spirit. They are our most valuable asset, and their passion, talent, and commitment are the primary drivers behind every achievement we make, and this is our true investment in the company."Al-Bassam added: "This recognition reflects our steadfast commitment to being an employee-centric organization that listens to their opinions, supports them, and provides them with the tools and opportunities that enable them to succeed and progress. We strive daily to be the first choice for our employees, just as they are our top priority."He concluded: "Once again, we thank Inspiring Workplaces for this inspiring recognition, which reinforces our determination to continue building a stimulating work environment where every individual feels their true worth and contributes effectively to the journey of development and growth."A Corporate Culture Built on Well-being and EmpowermentOoredoo Kuwait's selection among the top five inspiring workplaces in the region is due to several pivotal factors, foremost among them its commitment to creating a work environment that supports well-being, happiness, and participation, considering that a positive culture leads to stronger and more sustainable institutional this context, Al-Bassam emphasized that the team is "the core of everything we do," adding that Ooredoo works to build a culture where every employee feels valued and belongs, which directly reflects on the quality of services provided to customers and on the company's image as an attractive Happiness Is Not an Initiative... But a CultureOmar Al-Bassam also added that "employee happiness and well-being are not just incidental initiatives, but an integral part of the company's corporate culture." He explained that investing in the personal and professional well-being of employees has a multiplied effect on the institution's overall performance, and also contributes to solidifying the company's position as one of the leading digital service providers in Kuwait and the Achievements in Human ResourcesThis recognition from Inspiring Workplaces comes just a few months after Ooredoo Kuwait won the "Best Human Resources in the Telecom Sector in Asia for 2025" award at the Asian Telecom Awards, reflecting the company's upward trajectory in empowering individuals and developing the work are the Inspiring Workplaces Awards?The Inspiring Workplaces Awards are among the most prominent global awards specialized in honoring institutions that make a real difference in the lives of their employees, celebrating positive work culture, influential leadership, and empowerment and well-being awards cover multiple regions around the world, including Europe, Africa, Asia, and North America, and are granted based on a meticulous evaluation of institutional policies and practices, by an independent judging panel that includes global experts in human resources and corporate a More Inspiring Work EnvironmentOoredoo Kuwait believes that employees are the foundation of every achievement and continuously strives to develop an integrated system of programs and initiatives that enhance their loyalty and happiness, starting from training and development, all the way to recognition and psychological and social support. In this context, the company intends to launch a number of new initiatives during 2025, including advanced transformative leadership programs, platforms to enhance internal interaction and communication, in addition to innovative health and well-being initiatives.
Associated Press
04-06-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
2025 Asian Inspiring Workplaces Winners Announced
The Top 10 Inspiring Workplaces include: Concentrix, RELX | Reed Elsevier, Everise, TaskUs, SurveyMonkey, and more SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE, June 4, 2025 / / -- The Top 10 Inspiring Workplaces include: Concentrix, RELX | Reed Elsevier, Everise, TaskUs, SurveyMonkey, and more World's #1 Awards Recognising PeopleFirst Organisations Winners and their rankings were announced at an online ceremony on June 4, 2025 Inspiring Workplaces Group (IW) announced today the Top 10 Inspiring Workplaces winners in Asia – recognising them as truly PeopleFirst organisations. 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 IW believes are fundamental to creating a PeopleFirst culture, and by extension an Inspiring Workplace. They are: Culture and Purpose Leadership Wellbeing Inclusion Employee Voice Employee Experience. The quality of submissions this year has truly elevated the standard, marking it as the strongest ever witnessed by the independent judging panel. This reflects a significant commitment from business leaders to prioritise their people and reap the well-deserved rewards. Furthermore, it demonstrates the tangible, positive change occurring in workplaces worldwide that we have seen in entries to the Awards in other regions. Each of the six key elements were also judged separately for special recognition in each discipline. The Top 10 winners from organisations of all sizes and industries were decided by an independent expert judging panel. Matt Manners, Founder, The Inspiring Workplaces Group, commented: 'As Inspiring Workplaces marks its 10th anniversary, we're proud to recognise organisations that are setting the gold standard for PeopleFirst cultures. This isn't just a feel-good approach, it's a fundamental business strategy. With AI reshaping the way we work, companies that continue to prioritise profit over people may find themselves facing short-term wins but long-term setbacks. PeopleFirst isn't optional. It's essential.' The Asian Top 10 Inspiring Workplaces in 2025, in ranking order: #1 Concentrix #2 BAT Kazakhstan #3 RELX | Reed Elsevier #4 TaskUs (Philippines) #5 TaskUs (India) #6 Devon #7 Everise #8 tkxel #9= PagerDuty #9= SurveyMonkey #10 Foundever Best-in-class special recognition Inspiring Workplaces understands that the efforts made by organisations will naturally be stronger in some areas than others. So, organisations had the opportunity to put themselves forward for special recognition in each of the six key elements of the award entry. Below is the list of organisations that sought special recognition that scored highly enough to be considered best-in-class in these specific areas of creating a PeopleFirst organisation. Listed in alphabetical order: Inspiring Culture and Purpose Concentrix Relx | Reed Elsevier Inspiring Wellbeing Foundever Inspiring Inclusion Concentrix Foundever Inspiring Employee Experience BCD Travel Foundever 2026 Inspiring Workplaces Awards open for entries soon If you would like your organisation to have the chance of being named an Inspiring Workplace in one or across all regions (Asia, Australia & New Zealand, Europe, Latin America Middle East & Africa, North America and The UK & Ireland), visit the Inspiring Workplaces Awards and find out more. The 2026 Inspiring Workplaces Awards deadline is February 19, 2026. Sponsorship There are various opportunities for organisations to partner with Inspiring Workplaces. For more information, please contact [email protected] About The Inspiring Workplaces Group Inspiring Workplaces is a global organisation on a mission to help businesses build, prove, and celebrate truly PeopleFirst cultures. Believing that the greatest force in business is people, Inspiring Workplaces champions cultures where belief, belonging and confidence in the future empower individuals to thrive. Through its core programs: The Inspiring Workplaces Awards, Certified PeopleFirst™ and the free Inspiring Workplaces Community — the organization celebrates, certifies and connects leaders committed to creating environments where people feel seen, valued, and prepared for the future of work. In a world where workplaces shape lives, Inspiring Workplaces exists to spotlight those who lead with purpose, because inspiring cultures don't just transform business, they change the world. 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