Allianz, Multinational Employer Healthy Workplace Awards Winner Interview

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Interview with Allianz, Germany

What does it mean to Allianz to be a Global Healthy Workplace Awards winner?

Being recognized as a Global Healthy Workplace Awards winner is an honor and a validation of Allianz’s commitment to caring for the health and well-being for all of colleagues globally. It demonstrates that our integrated approach—anchored in our business and sustainability strategies and endorsed by senior leadership has reached a global standard for excellence. .

This award motivates us to continue investing in innovative, evidence-based programs that support our employees’ physical and mental health, and to serve as a role model for other organizations worldwide.

What do you think are the particular strengths of your program and what advice would you give to a multinational employer thinking of developing or advancing a global strategy?

Our strengths are:

  • Integration into our Business Strategy
  • Clear commitment from top management
  • Driving global standards with local flexibility
  • Comprehensive, holistic approach with employee involvement and measurement of impact

Advice: Start with strong leadership commitment, integrate health into your business strategy, set global standards with local adaptation, use data-driven employee feedback, and involve employees at every stage.

How do you handle setbacks or challenges in implementing workplace wellness initiatives, and what advice would you give to others facing similar hurdles?

We address challenges through continuous employee listening to feedback, targeted action plans, and cross-functional collaboration. For example, when our survey results highlighted work-related stress as a challenge, we introduced mandatory resilience trainings for all people leaders and free-of charge for all employees, expanded mental health first aiders resources, and launched practical tips and tricks how to work smarter and not harder.

Advice: View setbacks as opportunities for growth, listen to employees, act quickly on feedback, and collaborate across functions to find effective solutions.

Where do you see the future of workplace health and wellbeing, and how do you plan to stay at the forefront of this field?

The future of workplace health is holistic, data-driven, and deeply integrated into business strategy. Flexible work arrangements, empowerment, digital upskilling, recognition, belonging and inclusion and equal opportunities will remain critical hand in hand with physical and mental health related preventive and care offerings. Furthermore, Allianz will stay at the forefront by further building trust and investing in AI and human collaboration, and continuously improving health related initiatives based on employee feedback and emerging trends.

What are some of the most valuable lessons of taking part in the Global Healthy Workplace Awards and the 2025 Global Summit?

Participating in the Awards and Summit reinforced the value of benchmarking and external feedback, networking and knowledge sharing, and celebrating success and learning from others. Recognition motivates our teams, and open discussion fosters a culture of continuous improvement. The experience strengthened our conviction to “care for employee health and well-being” at the heart of our strategy and to contribute actively to the global healthy workplace movement.

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Global Centre for Healthy Workplaces to Host 13th Global Healthy Workplace Awards & Summit in India

In partnership with Arogya World and hosted by strategic partner Godrej Industries Group at Godrej One, Mumbai

The Global Centre for Healthy Workplaces (GCHW) is delighted to announce that the 13th Global Healthy Workplace Awards & Summit will take place in Mumbai, India, on 20–21 November 2025. Held for the first time in India, the Summit will be delivered in partnership with leading non-profit Arogya World and hosted by strategic partner Godrej Industries Group at their iconic Godrej One campus.

The two-day international event will convene global leaders, health experts, employers, policymakers, and industry stakeholders to explore innovative approaches to advancing employee health and wellbeing.

“This is a unique time for employee wellbeing,” said Barry Crisp, Marketing and Communications Director at the Global Centre for Healthy Workplaces. “Hosting our 13th Global Healthy Workplace Awards & Summit in Mumbai, alongside Arogya World and Godrej Industries Group, is a powerful opportunity to share global best practices and foster a culture of health. We believe that ‘Good Health is Good Business,’ and this Summit reinforces our mission to make workplace wellbeing a global priority across all sectors and regions.”

The Summit builds on over a decade of GCHW’s global leadership in workplace health promotion, including 12 summits held across nine countries and three virtual editions during the pandemic. Known for spotlighting innovation, resilience, and practical solutions, GCHW has consistently set international benchmarks in employee wellbeing. This year’s event in India will extend that legacy – offering a platform to share global best practices, promote cross-sector collaboration, and highlight India’s growing role in embedding health into core business strategy.

Ms Srabani Banerjee, Chief of Programmes at Arogya World, added: “Our work is centred around helping organizations integrate well-being into their business operations. By leveraging data and strategy, we guide companies toward socially responsible practices. We’re thrilled to bring this effort to a global stage with our partners.”

The Summit will also feature case studies and evidence-based programmes, including Arogya World’s MyThali nutrition initiative, Lifestyle Coach training, and Tobacco-Free Workplace strategy, offering delegates insights into high-impact practices adaptable across different regions and sectors.

Recognising excellence in action, the event will culminate with the summit highlight, presentations of the 2025 Global Healthy Workplace Awards finalists, honouring leading employers in the categories of Large Enterprises, and Multinationals for their outstanding contributions to employee health.

Speaking on the opportunity to host the Summit, Ajay Bhatt, Group Head of Corporate Services at Godrej Industries Group, said: “Creating healthier work environments goes far beyond routine wellness checks. Our collaboration with GCHW and Arogya World reinforces our long-standing belief that employee well-being is key to long-term success. We hope to motivate Indian businesses to adopt progressive approaches tailored to today’s complex work realities.”

The event promises to serve as a collaborative platform for businesses and institutions committed to advancing a healthier and more resilient global workforce, while also shining a spotlight on Indian innovation and leadership in this space.

To learn more about the global summit and to book your place, click here!

 

Global Healthy Workplace Awards Reveal 2025 Finalists Ahead of Mumbai Summit

Awards Finalists 2025

The Global Centre for Healthy Workplaces is proud to announce the finalists for the 2025 Global Healthy Workplace Awards. This year, we honour six exceptional organisations that have shown extraordinary leadership, innovation, and measurable impact in advancing workplace health, safety, and wellbeing.

Large Enterprise Finalists

  • Bayer India (India)

  • Hamad Medical Corporation (Qatar)

  • Tata Motors (India)

Multinational Enterprise Finalists

  • Allianz (Germany)

  • Sanofi (France)

  • Wipro (India)

These outstanding finalists will showcase their pioneering workplace health programmes at the 13th Global Healthy Workplace Awards and Summit, taking place 20th – 21st November at Godrej One, Mumbai, India, in collaboration with the Arogya World Healthy Workplace conference and hosted by our strategic partner Godrej Industries Group. Each organisation will compete for the distinguished title of the world’s healthiest workplace.

“We are thrilled to welcome this year’s finalists to Mumbai,” said Barry Crisp, Marketing Director of the Global Centre for Healthy Workplaces. “Their achievements reflect a growing global movement to prioritise employee wellbeing as a driver of productivity, sustainability, and organisational success.”

View Awards Finalist profiles, click here.

Learn more about the Global Healthy Workplace Summit, click here!

Insights 2025 Report, Showcasing the World’s Top Ten Healthy Workplaces

Insights Report

The Global Centre for Healthy Workplaces (GCHW) is delighted to announce the launch of Insights 2025 – a report spotlighting global innovations in workplace health, safety, and wellbeing.

Leveraging over a decade of our experience through GCHW’s Global Awards Program, certification, webinars, research, and global summits, the report uncovers emerging trends, addresses key challenges, and maps opportunities for organizations striving to create healthier, more resilient workplaces.

Critically, Insights 2025 celebrates excellence through the recognition of the Top Ten Healthy Workplaces across three categories:

  • Small & Medium Enterprises (SMEs)

  • Large Enterprises

  • Multinational Enterprises

Organizations like Chevron, Tata Consultancy Services, National University of Singapore, and Mars Inc. exemplify the leadership, innovation, and commitment needed to create truly healthy workplaces.

Among the trends and recommendations:

  • The integration of AI and telemedicine in health programs

  • Building mental health support into organizational ESG frameworks

  • Strengthening resilience through education and shared learning

“Good health is good business,” said Barry Crisp, Tommy Hutchinson, and Wolf Kirsten, authors of the report. “By fostering collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity, we can build workplaces that empower individuals and communities alike.”

Explore the report and view best-practice case studies: View and Download!

The Global Healthy Workplace Awards has a new team for 2025

First off, we would like to thank the three outgoing Global Awards judges for their outstanding service and commend their dedication and commitment to evaluating and recognizing excellence: Evelyn Kortum, Alberto Ogata, and Tracy Kolbe-Alexander.

judges

A big welcome to the incoming judges below (left-to-right): Giuseppe Masanotti, Daniele Kallas, and Chin Hui Loh.

2025 Awards Judges W

Europe: Giuseppe Masanotti

Giuseppe is a Medical Doctor and expert in occupational health working for the Department of Prevention of Local Health Agency of Foggia (Puglia Region), Italy, and board member of the European Network for Workplace Health Promotion.

South America: Daniele Kallas

Daniele is an internationally certified Health and Wellness Trainer and Coach by the National Board for Health and Wellness Coaches (NBCHWC) and Professor at the Postgraduate program of Lifestyle medicine and health coaching at Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein, Brazil.

Asia-Pacific: Chin Hui Loh

Loh Chin Hui is currently the Director of the Workplace Health and Outreach Division in the Health Promotion Board (HPB) of Singapore which includes overseeing the Singapore Health Awards which recognizes the efforts and best practices of companies in promotion of workplace health.

Edith Clark for Africa and Joe Leutzinger for North America will continue to serve as judges. We look forward to working with you! This year’s Global Awards program starts in March.