When the going gets tough, the tough get going. And in times of adversity, a few exceptional organisations have risen above the rest, creating workplaces that become beacons of inspiration and admiration.

Navigating stormy business climates, these organisations have crafted distinctive and aspirational environments that foster resilience, engagement, and growth. They stand as shining examples of what is possible when leadership, culture, and innovation converge.

Exceptional organisations, unparalleled experiences

Taking challenges head-on and turning them into opportunities, these standout organisations were recognised a Most Preferred Workplace 2023-24 in a celebratory ceremony that lauded them for their remarkable growth journeys. This landmark event delved into the stories of these remarkable organisations, exploring the strategies, practices, and values that enabled them to create workplaces worthy of adulation and emulation.

The 3^rd edition of this unique initiative was shaped by insights gleaned from an industry-wide consumer study conducted by LeadCap Ventures, which appraised brands on the 7 identifiers of culture, namely:

● Employee Centricity

● Organisational Purpose

● Intrapreneurial Culture

● Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion

● Safety & Trust

● Growth, Recognition, & Rewards

● Work-life Balance

The organisations recognised as part of this initiative included:

● NTPC Limited

● Danfoss Industries Pvt. Ltd.

● Andaz Delhi

● Baxter Healthcare (India)

● Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited

● Boston Consulting Group

● Burns & McDonnell Engineering India Private Limited

● BUSINESSNEXT

● Cadila Pharmaceuticals Limited

● Campus Activewear Ltd

● Clear

● Coforge Ltd.

● Cyble

● DryChem India Pvt. Ltd.

● EY Global Delivery Services

● Fleetguard Filters Pvt. Ltd.

● GRT Jewellers (India) Private Limited

● H.K.Designs (India) LLP

● IDFC FIRST Bank Limited

● J.K.Fenner (India) Limited

● JMS Mining Private Limited

● Johnson Controls India

● Kirtilal Kalidas Jewellers Pvt. Ltd.

● Larsen & Toubro

● Lixil India Pvt. Ltd.

● Lumina Datamatics Ltd

● Moglix

● P. D. Hinduja Hospital & Medical Research Center

● Poonawalla Fincorp Limited

● Procter & Gamble India

● Randstad India

● Safexpress Private Limited

● Sanghvi Movers Limited

● Shirdi Sai Electricals Ltd

● SHREE RAMKRISHNA EXPORTS PVT. LTD.

● Sir H.N Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre

● State Bank of India

● Syrma SGS Technology Limited

● Tavant

● Teleperformance

● Tenova Technologies Pvt. Ltd.

● VA TECH WABAG LIMITED

● Vandana Global Ltd

● Vijaya Diagnostic Centre Limited

● Welspun India limited

● Westin Garden City

● Xebia

● Zydus Wellness Limited

Offering his thoughts, Rajesh Khubchandani, Co-Founder and CEO, Team Marksmen Network, said, “At the heart of every successful organisation lies its people, and crafting exceptional workplace experiences is the key to unlocking their full potential. We believe that when employees feel valued, inspired, and empowered, they become catalysts for innovation, collaboration, and growth. The organisations recognised as a Most Preferred Workplace 2023-24 epitomise this philosophy, creating an environment that nurtures talent, fosters well-being, and encourages personal and professional development. Exceptional workplace experiences not only attract and retain top talent but also drive organizational success, fuelling creativity, and building a culture of excellence. By investing in our people, we lay the foundation for a thriving organisation that is future-ready and poised for greatness, and none embody this better than those that form this galaxy of greatness.”

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