Danone Specialized Nutrition Cambodia, a subsidiary of the number one nutrition company in Europe, has officially earned two separate awards, HR Asia Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2024 and HR Asia Most Caring Company Awards at an award ceremony in Bangkok, Thailand September 27.

The HR Asia Best Companies to Work for in Asia Awards attracts applications from Fortune 500 companies, as well as multinational corporations and government-linked companies.

The HR Asia Best Companies to Work for in Asia Award recognises organisations identified by their employees as top employers in Asia. This prestigious award targets companies across the region, celebrating those with exemplary HR practices, high levels of employee engagement and excellent workplace cultures. 

Speaking about the award, Danone Specialized Nutrition Cambodia Country Manager Maarten Van Leeuwen said: “We are especially proud of winning the HR Asia Best Companies to Work for in Asia Award because this is a recognition by our internal employees as well as validation from independent judges. The award acknowledges our clear vision and our commitment to long term investment and development of the people via our people-centric culture.”

Danone Cambodia also won the HR Asia Most Caring Company Award 2024. The award celebrates the best companies to work for in Asia, recognising those that implement practices and policies promoting employees’ well-being and prioritizing a great workplace culture and environment.

The Danone Cambodia leadership team proudly show off their two latest prestigious regional HR awards

Country Manager, Maarten Van Leeuwen added: “At Danone, we recognise that our people are our most important assets. The well-being of our team and its members is paramount which is why we promote a culture of care and empathy in everything we do – from our premises to our policies and practices. Our best-in-class BeWell program encompass physical well-being, mental wellness and nutrition and our global DanCares programme expands health insurance beyond staff to their family members. It is satisfying to know that our efforts and culture are being recognised regionally as well as locally.”

The achievement motivates Danone Cambodia to stay dedicated to creating an environment where every team member can thrive. By continually investing in their well-being, Danone ensures that employees feel valued, supported and equipped to excel both professionally and personally.

Danone regional team and Danone Cambodia management showing their HR awards at ceremony in Bangkok. Supplied

Danone Specialized Nutrition Cambodia currently employs over 100 staff, 64% of them women. The company’s employee value preposition (EVP) is built on four pillars – Make an Impact, People-centric Company, Step Out of Your Job Description, and A Great Place to Grow. This EVP empowers employees by encouraging innovation and growth in a collaborative and social workplace.

Earlier this year, Danone Specialized Nutrition Cambodia became the first Cambodia-based FMCG brand to win a B Corp™ certification. By joining more than 2,400 companies in over 50 countries, Danone Specialized Nutrition Cambodia is using its business to contribute positively to society, enhancing the well-being of its employees, the communities where it operates, and the local environment.

Danone Cambodia Group Photo

In July 2024, Danone Specialized Nutrition Cambodia celebrated its five-year anniversary of contributing to the health and nutrition of the Cambodian nation. Since its launch in 2019, the company has been instrumental in efforts to reduce malnutrition and iron-deficiency anaemia among Cambodia’s population.

Danone Cambodia HR Awards

ABOUT DANONE

Danone Cambodia is a member of Danone Group, one of today’s most successful global food companies with products sold in more than 120 markets and with over 96,000 employees.

Dedicated to bringing health through food to as many people as possible, it is a leading global food & beverage company built on three businesses: Essential Dairy and Plant-Based Products, Packaged Waters and Specialised Nutrition. Danone aims to inspire healthier and more sustainable eating and drinking practices, in line with their vision - Danone, One Planet. One Health.

Danone Specialized Nutrition (Cambodia) Co., Ltd has been duly registered with the Ministry of Commerce, General Department of Taxation, ASYCUDA and holds Importer Registration with General Department of Customs and Excises.