Campbell Soup Co. was honored by the National Business Group on Health, a nonprofit association of large U.S. employers focused on innovative health care solutions, for its ongoing commitment and dedication to promoting a healthy workplace and encouraging employees and their families to support and maintain healthy lifestyles.
Campbell was among 48 U.S. employers that received the 2011 Best Employers for Healthy Lifestyles award at the Leadership Summit. Campbell received a gold award for its comprehensive approach to promoting healthy lifestyles. This marks the sixth year Campbell has received an award.
"Nourishing the health of our employees is an essential component of Campbell’s commitment to wellness in the workplace," said Nancy Reardon, chief human resources and communications officer, Campbell Soup Co., in a prepared statement. "Campbell’s innovative health programs and benefits offer our employees and their families a variety of ways to achieve and sustain a healthy lifestyle. We work to create a culture that exemplifies healthy living, and the outcomes are good for the Company and our employees."
Campbell takes a comprehensive approach to promoting healthy lifestyles by integrating its healthcare benefit programs with worksite wellness. The company offers a variety of worksite wellness programs, such as: Medical Decision Support,TM a program that offers employees in-depth, personalized and current information on medical conditions, as well as concierge services, health assessments, lifestyle management coaching, smoking cessation, and preventive care coverage, among other programs. Campbell also started an annual award program to recognize employees who have made and/or sustained healthy lifestyle choices.
Helen Darling, president and CEO of the National Business Group on Health, said, "We are very pleased to honor Campbell for its ongoing commitment to providing lifestyle improvement programs that encourage healthier lifestyles for their employees. Campbell and its management team should take pride in understanding the importance of promoting and maintaining a healthy workforce. We congratulate them on receiving this award."
