Panasonic Corp. of North America on Tuesday said it received a Great Place to Work Certification for 2022, marking the first time the Newark-based company has achieved this certification, with 76% of employees surveyed saying it’s a great place to work — as opposed to 57% at the average U.S. company.
“Panasonic Corp. of North America is proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work and be recognized for fostering a culture that embraces diversity, collaboration and agility, and builds on our founding principles,” Megan Myungwon Lee, chairwoman and CEO of Panasonic Corp. of North America, said. “As a purpose-driven company, we are committed to the well-being of people and the progress and development of society. Investing in people, supporting entrepreneurial innovation and empowering employees to work together to build a more sustainable future will help us move the world forward.”
Panasonic employees surveyed by Great Place to Work said they feel welcome in the workplace (86%), supported with flexible work arrangements (88%) and empowered by management to take on responsibility (83%). Employees also demonstrated pride in their workplace, with 83% surveyed saying they’re proud to tell others where they work.
Panasonic said a flexible approach to work and a holistic well-being approach have been central to the ways it has supported employees through changes and challenges brought on by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
The company prides itself on offering a dynamic Total Rewards program that provides employees with alternatives and opportunities for whatever life may bring, including flexible work arrangements, parental care time, paid volunteer time-off, access to telehealth and teletherapy, and 24/7 live support to help navigate emotional, professional or even financial challenges.
“Great Place to Work Certification isn’t something that comes easily — it takes ongoing dedication to the employee experience,” said Sarah Lewis-Kulin, vice president of global recognition at Great Place to Work. “It’s the only official recognition determined by employees’ real-time reports of their company culture. Earning this designation means that Panasonic is one of the best companies to work for in the country.”
Great Place to Work is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience and leadership behaviors proven to deliver market-leading revenue, employee retention and increased innovation.
