Major employers from the Philippines have earned strong recognition in the first-ever Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For™ Southeast Asia list, released by Fortune in partnership with Great Place To Work® ASEAN & ANZ.
This marks the regional debut of one of the world’s most respected workplace benchmarks, originally established in the United States in 1998. The list celebrates organizations that have built high-trust, high-performance workplace cultures and demonstrates the growing focus on employee experience across Southeast Asia.
A Regional Benchmark for Workplace Excellence
The Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For has long stood as the gold standard for workplace culture in North America. Its expansion into Southeast Asia highlights a significant step toward recognizing employee trust, fairness, and support in a broader, more diverse business environment.
More than 1.3 million employees across ten Southeast Asian markets were invited to share their insights on workplace culture, resulting in over 550,000 verified survey responses. The data shaped the inaugural list, offering a comprehensive view of how organizations in the region are empowering their people.
Evelyn Kwek, Managing Director of Great Place To Work ASEAN & ANZ, emphasized the significance of this milestone.
“For decades, the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For List defined the gold standard for great workplaces in the US. Following the list’s global expansion – with the launch of the inaugural Europe list in 2024 – Southeast Asia now joins this international standard of excellence. This first-ever list reflects a diverse and dynamic region that is coming into its own by recognizing organizations that have intentionally built environments where people feel trusted and supported to do their best work. The decades of research and millions of employee voices collected in our data has shown that when that trust is strong, businesses grow in ways that lift up people, communities, and entire economies.”
Her statement underscores the connection between trust and sustainable business success, highlighting that strong workplace culture directly supports growth and community impact.
Methodology and Criteria
The Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For Southeast Asia list represents the most comprehensive assessment of employee experience in the region. It is built on the Great Place To Work proprietary Trust Index™ Survey, which captures authentic feedback from employees across all organizational levels.
Rankings are determined primarily by employee survey results, while company-provided data helps verify eligibility and provide context. Only those organizations that consistently achieve high levels of employee trust and satisfaction, regardless of department, role, or seniority, earn a place on the list.
This data-driven approach ensures that recognition is based not on size or reputation but on genuine employee experiences. The survey’s focus on trust, fairness, and respect helps identify organizations that cultivate supportive and inclusive workplaces where employees can thrive.
Philippine Companies Among Southeast Asia’s Best
Four companies headquartered in the Philippines secured positions in the 2025 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For Southeast Asia rankings, reflecting the country’s growing commitment to employee engagement and corporate culture excellence.
- #24 Balibago Waterworks System, Inc.
A privately-owned utility company that provides water services to more than 200,000 households across the Philippines.
- #32 Connext International
A Philippine-based business process outsourcing (BPO) firm serving global clients in healthcare, finance, and information technology.
- #35 Robinsons Hotels and Resorts
The hospitality division of Robinsons Land Corporation, which manages a wide range of hotels from value to luxury brands, including Go Hotels and Summit Hotels.
- #90 Megaworld Corporation
A leading Philippine real estate developer recognized for pioneering large-scale integrated township projects that combine residential, commercial, and hospitality spaces.
These organizations have demonstrated strong leadership in creating environments where employees feel valued, supported, and motivated to perform at their best. Their inclusion in the regional list highlights the Philippines’ progress in aligning with international workplace standards.
Setting a New Standard for the Region
The inclusion of Philippine companies in the inaugural Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For Southeast Asia list signals a shift in how organizations across the region view employee engagement and workplace culture. It reinforces that competitive advantage increasingly depends on trust, inclusivity, and employee well-being.
As the Southeast Asian workforce continues to evolve, this recognition serves as both an achievement and a challenge for other organizations to invest more deeply in their people. Building a strong culture of trust and fairness not only benefits employees but also drives innovation and business growth.
The full list of honorees can be viewed at greatplacetowork.com.ph/best-companies-to-work-for-southeast-asia-2025.
