In a significant recognition for the country's corporate sector, four Philippine-headquartered organizations have secured coveted positions on the prestigious inaugural Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For™ Southeast Asia list. The list, published on December 22, 2025, marks the expansion of a globally recognized workplace benchmark into the dynamic Southeast Asian region.
A New Regional Benchmark for Workplace Excellence
The Fortune list, first established in the United States in 1998, is one of the most authoritative measures of employee experience and workplace culture. This year's inaugural Southeast Asia edition represents a major milestone, evaluating companies across ten diverse markets. The rankings are the result of an extensive survey process, with over 1.3 million employees invited to participate and more than 550,000 verified responses collected. Employees assessed critical factors like trust, fairness, and the level of support they receive in their roles.
Evelyn Kwek, the Managing Director of Great Place To Work ASEAN & ANZ, which collaborated with Fortune on the list, emphasized its importance. She stated that the list reflects a region-wide commitment to intentionally building environments where people feel trusted and empowered to do their best work. Kwek highlighted that decades of research prove that strong workplace trust leads to business growth that benefits people, communities, and entire economies.
The Philippine Companies That Made the Cut
The selection process was rigorous, relying primarily on confidential employee feedback through Great Place To Work's proprietary Trust Index™ Survey. Companies had to demonstrate consistently high survey scores across all employee levels and departments to qualify. The four Philippine companies that met this gold standard are:
Balibago Waterworks System, Inc. ranked at an impressive #24. This privately-owned utility company provides essential water services to more than 200,000 households across the Philippines.
Connext International claimed the #32 spot. Headquartered in the Philippines, this business-process outsourcing firm supports global clients in the healthcare, finance, and information technology sectors.
Robinsons Hotels and Resorts, the hospitality arm of Robinsons Land Corporation, landed at #35. The group operates a diverse portfolio of hotels, ranging from value-oriented Go Hotels to upscale Summit properties.
Megaworld Corporation, a giant in Philippine real estate development, rounded out the Philippine representation at #90. The company is renowned for its pioneering large-scale township projects that integrate residential, commercial, and leisure components.
What This Means for the Philippine Business Landscape
The inclusion of these four diverse companies—spanning utilities, outsourcing, hospitality, and real estate—showcases the growing emphasis on employee-centric culture within the Philippine corporate world. Their recognition on a prestigious international platform like Fortune signals to investors, clients, and potential talent that the Philippines is home to world-class employers.
This achievement sets a new benchmark for other local organizations, demonstrating that investing in a positive, trusting, and supportive work environment is not just good for employees but is also a key driver of business success and reputation on the regional stage. The full rankings can be explored on the Great Place To Work Philippines website.
