MARIVELES, BATAAN – In a dazzling display of corporate excellence and human spirit, GNPower Dinginin Ltd. Co. (GNPD) illuminated the recent Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB) 11th Stakeholders’ Night. The event celebrated the collective achievements of AFAB’s partners and stakeholders, highlighting their contributions to the freeport’s growth.

GNPD emerged as a twin beacon of triumph, capturing prestigious awards that underscored its unwavering commitment to employee welfare. GNPD’s Human Resources and Administration (HRA) department bagged the Best HR Practices Award.

The brainchild of their success was the groundbreaking gFlex program, a revolutionary approach that empowers employees to curate their benefit packages, transforming the traditional employer-employee relationship into a collaborative partnership. This program was born from the HRA’s strategic alignment with AboitizPower last 2023. It allows employees to customize their own benefit packages. gFlex works by dividing benefits into three CBs: Core Benefits which will be retained to provide employees a minimum level of economic security; Convertible Benefits which employees can convert or sell to gFlex points, and; Collectible Benefits that employees can collect or buy based on prescribed guidelines and available gFlex points.

Depending on the employee, they have the freedom and authority to convert their benefits. For instance, employees may trade PHP 5,000 from their annual medical reimbursement and use that money as reimbursed fuel expenses or spend it on shopping, travel, self-care sessions at the spa, or gift certificates of their choice. They may also use their gFlex points to give to their chosen charity or beneficiary, invest it into their retirement or burial plans, or utilize it for home repairs, car maintenance, and more.

Ireene Bagtas, the visionary AVP for HR Business Partner, described the gFlex as a “win-win” proposition, emphasizing that it not only enriches the lives of employees but also strengthens the company’s core. “We are deeply grateful for the opportunity to serve our employees,” she expressed, her voice brimming with passion. “This is more than just a job; it’s a calling. Our unwavering commitment to their welfare is the cornerstone of our organization’s success.”

Clarence Luna, TRTC Manager, echoed Bagtas’ sentiment, highlighting the HRA department’s relentless pursuit of employee satisfaction. “We strive to create a workplace where employees feel valued and empowered,” she stated. “By placing ourselves in their shoes, we’ve been able to develop initiatives that truly make a difference.”

The success of gFlex is evident in the program’s rapid expansion. Since its launch in 2023 with 88 employees, gFlex has seen a remarkable 61% increase in participation, with 142 employees enrolled in Cycle 2. This growth is accompanied by a substantial increase in the total amount of employee benefits, rising from Php917,302.40 in 2023 to Php1,848,594.01 in 2024.

While the HRA department’s triumph was a testament to GNPD’s innovative spirit, the company’s dedication to fostering individual excellence was equally evident. Raymond Yambao, a GNPD Systems Administrator, was recognized with the Outstanding Job Performance Award, a recognition that celebrated his exceptional contributions and unwavering dedication. Despite battling personal health challenges, Yambao’s commitment to his role earned him the prestigious title of the first-ever “Pambihero” in 2023.

“I owe this recognition to my incredible team,” Yambao humbly remarked. “Their support has been instrumental to my success. I encourage everyone to approach their work with passion and dedication. Remember, your job is not just a source of income but a platform to make a difference.”

The combined brilliance of the gFlex program and Yambao’s extraordinary achievements serve as a testament to GNPD’s unwavering commitment to its employees and its relentless pursuit of operational excellence. As the company continues to illuminate the path forward, its dual triumph at the AFAB Stakeholders’ Night stands as a radiant beacon of inspiration for the entire GNPD community.

August 21, 2024