Sodexo, world leader in Quality of Life services, was awarded notable recognition at the Asia's Best Employer Brand Awards 2012, held yesterday in Singapore.

July 20, 2012 /India PRwire/ -- Sodexo, world leader in Quality of Life services, was awarded notable recognition at the Asia's Best Employer Brand Awards 2012, held yesterday in Singapore. Awarded in the category of Diversity Impact, Sodexo was acknowledged for its unwavering commitment to Diversity & Inclusion, promoting equal opportunity in the workplace, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity in order to ensure a welcoming work environment that leverages the diverse talents of all its employees.

Commenting on this achievement, Sunil Nayak, CEO, Sodexo India On-site Service Solutions said, "We are happy to win this award. At Sodexo, we believe that diversity is a key competitive advantage. We know that if we get it right we will have a stronger team, a more robust organization and enhanced expertise at every level of our business. Sodexo's vision is to improve the Quality of Life of those that we work with. It is rewarding to see that our belief and commitment towards a diverse and inclusive culture has been recognized."

At Sodexo, Diversity & Inclusion is a long-term journey that touches all areas of our business. Some of the initiatives implemented within Sodexo India include:

• Creation of a diversity scorecard tied to incentive plans, to measure progress within management ranks;
• Setting targets for representation of women and minorities in leadership positions.

Sodexo also implements mandatory diversity training, work-life effectiveness programs, formal and web-based mentoring and employee network groups.

Dr. Rohini Anand, Senior Vice President & Global Chief Diversity Officer, Sodexo said, "Our concerted effort to promote workplace inclusion has garnered well-deserved external recognition across continents, and most recently this Asia's Best Employer Brand Award which speaks highly about the way we promote and implement diversity and inclusion as a key differentiator. We are proud of our business initiatives to advance women and minorities within Sodexo in India. While we have accomplished much, we must remain focused as there is more work to do."

The Asia's Best Employer Brand Awards 2012 are presented to individuals and organizations, who have surpassed several levels of excellence and set an example of being a role model and an exemplary leader.

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About Sodexo

Sodexo in India

Sodexo On-site Service Solutions has a direct link to services in India back to 1966. Recognized as a strategic partner,Sodexo has consolidated its position by providing a range of Quality of Life Services for clients, their employees andvisitors in the corporate, education, healthcare and remote sites segments. Delivering more than 40 different food andfacilities management solutions across 1,100+ sites, Sodexo is a market leader in India in terms of revenue, consumersserved and employees retained.Sodexo Motivation Solutions launched operations in India in 1997 and is this country's market leader, delivering solutionsthrough Employee Benefits and Incentives & Recognition services, including Meal Pass, Electronic Meal Card and GiftPass.

Sodexo, world leader in Quality of Life ServicesQuality of Life plays an important role in the progress of individuals and the performance of organizations. Based on thisconviction, Sodexo acts as the partner of companies and institutions that place a premium on performance andemployee wellbeing, as it has since Pierre Bellon founded the company in 1966. Sharing the same passion for service,Sodexo's 413,000 employees in 80 countries design, manage and deliver an unrivaled array of Quality of Life services.Sodexo has created a new form of service business that contributes to the fulfillment of its employees and the economic,social and environmental development of the communities, regions and countries in which it operates.About SodexoSodexo in IndiaSodexo On-site Service Solutions has a direct link to services in India back to 1966. Recognized as a strategic partner,Sodexo has consolidated its position by providing a range of Quality of Life Services for clients, their employees andvisitors in the corporate, education, healthcare and remote sites segments. Delivering more than 40 different food andfacilities management solutions across 1,100+ sites, Sodexo is a market leader in India in terms of revenue, consumersserved and employees retained.Sodexo Motivation Solutions launched operations in India in 1997 and is this country's market leader, delivering solutionsthrough Employee Benefits and Incentives & Recognition services, including Meal Pass, Electronic Meal Card and GiftPass.Sodexo, world leader in Quality of Life ServicesQuality of Life plays an important role in the progress of individuals and the performance of organizations. Based on thisconviction, Sodexo acts as the partner of companies and institutions that place a premium on performance andemployee wellbeing, as it has since Pierre Bellon founded the company in 1966. Sharing the same passion for service,Sodexo's 413,000 employees in 80 countries design, manage and deliver an unrivaled array of Quality of Life services.Sodexo has created a new form of service business that contributes to the fulfillment of its employees and the economic,social and environmental development of the communities, regions and countries in which it operates.

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