Boehringer Ingelheim named Top Employer in Vietnam, across Southeast Asia, and South Korea for 2021

HO CHI MINH CITY,Vietnam,Jan. 25,2021 --Boehringer Ingelheim has been recognized as a Top Employer for 2021 in Vietnam and six other countries across Asia - Indonesia,Malaysia,Philippines,Singapore,South Korea and Thailand - by Top Employers Institute,the global authority on excellence in people practices. This is the second consecutive year that the healthcare company has received the certification in Vietnam,and the second time they are awarded across the region.

Besides being certified at the local and regional level,Boehringer Ingelheim was also named a Global Top Employer for the first time. They are one of only 16 companies recognized worldwide for this title.

The certification is a strong recognition of Boehringer Ingelheim's proactive and holistic approach in building an inclusive and nurturing culture across its dynamic workforce of 2,000 employees across 24 different nationalities in the region. In response to COVID-19,Boehringer Ingelheim introduced various initiatives to inform,engage,and connect with employees including: implementing salary and employment protection for roles that were impacted by pandemic measures,ensuring an easy transition into remote working,and ensuring physical,mental and emotional well-being.

Some examples include paid time off during year end to relax,recover and re-energize,flexible working arrangements for work-life balance,stipends for employees' home offices,wellness educational talks,virtual exercise sessions and distribution of health kits comprising of masks and sanitizers.

"It is an honor to be recognized by Top Employers Institute another year for our people-centric practices across the region,especially against the backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic. The certification is a testament to our strong culture that prioritizes employees' well-being,safety and growth. As we navigate these uncertain times together,we remain committed to supporting our people so we can continue to make a positive impact on local communities – by improving the lives of humans and animals," said Dr Armin Wiesler,Regional Managing Director,Boehringer Ingelheim,Southeast Asia and South Korea.

Added David Serés,Human Resources Director,Southeast Asia and South Korea,"Boehringer Ingelheim takes pride in nurturing a diverse,vibrant and agile workforce that can adapt quickly to the changing healthcare needs in the region for humans and animals. COVID-19 has posed various challenges,but our people have risen to the occasion and continue to serve the needs of our patients. The recognition by Top Employers Institute reflects the great employee experience we have cultivated and continue to improve on. We ensure that our people feel empowered to bring out their best potential."

"Receiving this certification is a positive affirmation of our unwavering focus on talent development and on elevating the employee experience. We are proud to be one of the few Top Employers in Vietnam and this recognition is very meaningful,given how challenging the past year was. 2020 certainly demonstrated our adaptability and underscored our commitment to our employees' health and wellbeing during these uncertain times," said Bjoern Rambags,General Manager of Boehringer Ingelheim Vietnam.

The Top Employers Institute program certifies organizations based on the participation and results of their HR Best Practices Survey. This survey covers 6 HR domains consisting of 20 topics such as People Strategy,Work Environment,Talent Acquisition,Learning,Well-being,and Diversity & Inclusion,and more. The program has certified and recognized more than 1,600 companies in 120 countries/regions.

About Boehringer Ingelheim

Making new and better medicines for humans and animals is at the heart of what we do. Our mission is to create breakthrough therapies that change lives. Since its founding in 1885,Boehringer Ingelheim has remained an independent,family-owned company. We have the freedom to pursue our long-term vision,looking ahead to identify the health challenges of the future and targeting those areas of need in which we can make a real difference.

As a world-leading,research-driven pharmaceutical company,more than 51,000 employees create value through innovation daily for our three business areas: Human Pharma,Animal Health,and Biopharmaceutical Contract Manufacturing.

We realize more scientific opportunities by embracing the power of partnership and diversity of experts across the life-science community. By working together,we accelerate the delivery of future next medical breakthroughs that will transform the lives of patients now,and in generations to come.

For more information,visit www.boehringer-ingelheim.com.