Galway’s Boston Scientific and Merit Medical have both won home awards for promoting wellness in the workplace from Ibec.
Ibec, the group representing Irish businesses, celebrates National Workplace Wellbeing Day today, with up to 1,000 companies participating in events nationwide.
This day presents a unique opportunity for businesses throughout Ireland to engage in a variety of health and wellbeing activities in the workplace.
It also serves as a moment to realign and prioritize the support systems that contribute to employees’ social, mental, and physical wellbeing.
The events commenced yesterday with the annual KeepWell Lunch, hosted by Brendan Courtney, alongside special guest Síle Seoige, a native of Spidéal.
Among the honoured companies were two based in Galway, with Merit Medical receiving recognition for Best in Class Mental Health and Boston Scientific being awarded the title of overall large company of the year.
As part of this year’s activity, Ibec launched the ‘Top 100 Companies Leading in Wellbeing’ index in association with the Business & Finance media group.
The index recognises the top 100 businesses of all sizes for their exceptional contribution to employees’ social, mental, and physical wellbeing.
At a special event yesterday, Ibec recognised the top six companies that have excelled across key areas of their KeepWell accreditations during the last year through their best-in-class awards.
Ibec CEO Danny McCoy said, “As we celebrate the 10th anniversary of National Wellbeing Day, I would like to offer congratulations to the companies included in the top 100 index.”
“These are companies that have consistently demonstrated their strategic approach to and understanding of wellbeing in the workplace.”
“Previously, the focus of workplace wellbeing initiatives revolved primarily around physical health. However, there has been a notable shift in employee expectations towards prioritising a positive and inclusive culture, underpinned by empathetic leadership.”
“This evolution underscores the significance of psychological safety in reshaping workplace dynamics and redefining the criteria for effective leadership.”
“It is crucial for companies to allocate resources towards leadership development initiatives that place emphasis on empathy, active listening, and vulnerability.”
“Recognising the importance of cultivating these cultural cornerstones to foster a supportive environment can yield substantial improvements in performance and overall outcomes.”
The six companies presented with best-in-class KeepWell awards are:
Company of the Year (SME) – Quality and Qualifications Ireland
Company of the Year (Large) – Boston Scientific Galway
Best in Class Mental Health – Merit Medical
Best in Class Leadership – Sanofi Waterford
Best in Class Nutrition – St Vincent Private Hospital
Best in Class Physical Health – Bristol Myers Squibb Cruiserath Biologics
