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WDI Recognized as a Great Place to Work

In a recent announcement, WDI Corporation, headquartered in Minato, Tokyo, and its subsidiary, WDI Japan, were honored with the Great Place to Work® certification from the Great Place to Work® Institute Japan (GPTW Japan). This recognition highlights the exceptional workplace culture at WDI Japan, affirming its commitment to employee satisfaction and well-being.

The Significance of the Certification

The Great Place to Work certification is awarded based on feedback from employee surveys conducted by GPTW Japan. The evaluation considers various factors, including workplace environment, ease of taking vacations, motivation towards work, and pride in the company. To qualify, companies must meet specific criteria that reflect their workplace culture, making this recognition a mark of excellence in employee engagement and satisfaction.

WDI Japan’s Outstanding Evaluation Points

In the recent survey, WDI Japan received commendations in several key areas compared to other companies of similar size. Notably, employees reported:

• - Fair treatment regardless of sexual orientation
• - Equitable treatment based on race
• - High quality of products and services provided by the company, recognized by customers
• - A welcoming atmosphere for new hires
• - Fair treatment irrespective of gender

This positive feedback underlines the company's strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, fostering a respectful and unified work environment.

WDI’s Corporate Philosophy

Founded with the vision of "Connecting the World through Dining Culture," WDI is driven to promote the rich culinary traditions of various countries and regions. The company aims to create numerous tables where happiness meets, continuously improving its “sustainability management” approach. This includes focusing on three core themes: environment, ingredients, and human resources. By prioritizing these themes, WDI enhances the quality of its sustainability efforts.

Emphasizing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

In particular, WDI's efforts within the realm of human resources focus on promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I). The company fosters an environment where diverse individuals receive fair opportunities to excel, ensuring that their unique abilities are recognized and nurtured. This approach has led to a culture of trust and collaboration, evident in the high ratings received in the survey regarding relationships among colleagues and supervisors.

About Great Place to Work® Institute Japan

The Great Place to Work® Institute operates globally, surveying over 10,000 companies each year in approximately 150 countries to determine their workplace engagement levels. Companies that meet specific standards are certified as “Great Places to Work,” and these rankings are shared through reputable media outlets worldwide. In Japan, the research is locally managed by the “Hatarakigai no Aru Kaisha Kenkyusho,” which is licensed by the Great Place to Work® Institute.

For further details, please visit their website: Great Place to Work

Company Overview: WDI Corporation

• - Company Name: WDI Corporation
• - Location: T-LITE 10th Floor, 2-4-7 Toranomon, Minato, Tokyo
• - Representative: Ken Shimizu
• - Business Activities: Restaurant management and operation, wedding planning and management

WDI was established in 1972 and operates various renowned restaurant brands, including Tony Roma's, Hard Rock Cafe, and Capricciosa. The company began its global expansion in 1980 with the opening of Tony Roma's in Waikiki. Over the years, WDI has introduced several international breakfast cultures to Japan and plans to continue growing its portfolio, with over 160 establishments in five countries.

Find out more about WDI here.