Dubai, UAE – The QI Group, the parent entity of the renowned global lifestyle and wellness company QNET, has once again been crowned “Employer of the Year” for the ninth consecutive year at the prestigious HR Asia Awards 2023 in Hong Kong. This year’s highly anticipated award carries the theme “Celebrate Diversity and Inclusion,” honoring companies for their unwavering commitment to embracing diversity, championing equity, and fostering an inclusive workplace environment.
Rooted in the core philosophy of the company’s founders, “Raise Yourself To Help Mankind” (RYTHM), QNET has consistently demonstrated its dedication to actively cultivating an environment where every individual has an equal opportunity to contribute, grow, and succeed, irrespective of their nationality or demographic background.
Malou Caluza, CEO of QNET, expressed her gratitude and excitement, stating, “We are incredibly honored to win this award for the ninth year in a row. It demonstrates our mission to empower people, who have been integral to our company’s success since we first started in 1998. With over 800 people from over 50 nationalities in the QNET family, we recognize that diversity, equity, and inclusion spark creativity and innovation and create a healthy working culture. When people feel like they belong in the workplace, they can truly thrive. And I’m proud to be recognized for our efforts to support our greatest asset: our people.”
The HR Asia Awards, spanning fifteen markets across the Asian region, evaluate organizations based on criteria such as high employee satisfaction, welfare, development, and an excellent workplace culture. Nominee companies undergo a comprehensive assessment of their HR policies, aligning them with industry and market benchmarks.
Some of the award-winning, people-centric policies implemented by the QI Group include:
Two-way and Omnichannel Employee Communications: This approach includes regular General Assembly sessions where employees can directly interact with senior management. Additionally, the implementation of the WorkVivo intranet platform, one of the world’s best digital employee engagement systems, enhances communication channels.
Equal Opportunity Policy: The company embraces and cultivates a diverse and welcoming workplace, valuing all individuals and developing talents equally.
Employee Development Programme: Employees at all levels are offered learning opportunities for personal and professional growth. QiLearn, an e-learning platform offering more than 30 professional and personal development courses, is a notable feature. Furthermore, regular workshops and seminars conducted by senior management and external professional trainers contribute to employee development.
Team Building and Leadership Training Programmes: Initiatives like “QI Rising,” spearheaded by the company’s founders and C-suite executives, are designed to enhance employees’ capabilities and skills.
Notably, HR Asia recognized QI Group as one of the “Best Companies To Work For In Asia” for the first time in 2015, lauding the organization for its outstanding employee engagement and workplace practices, which enable employees to realize their full potential.
The QI Group’s consistent recognition as “Employer of the Year” underscores its commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, setting a remarkable example for companies worldwide.