Aboitiz Foods, through Pilmico Foods Corporation, was recognized as the Best Employer Brand at the LinkedIn Talent Awards 2026,  affirming the company’s people-first, values-driven approach to building a high-performance culture.

The LinkedIn Talent Awards is an annual, data-driven recognition program that honors organizations demonstrating excellence in employer branding, talent engagement, and workforce development. Winners in the Best Employer Brand category are selected based on performance indicators such as significant follower growth, above-category benchmarks, and sustained employee engagement on LinkedIn.

Aboitiz Foods received the award in the category of companies with below 1,000 employees active on LinkedIn in the Philippines. This highlights the company’s efforts to cultivate a strong community of employee brand ambassadors and to authentically communicate its culture and values through engaging content.

“Being named Best Employer Brand reflects our dedication to building a values-driven, high-performance culture,” said Joeben Gamatero, Aboitiz Foods Vice President for Brand & Reputation Management and Agribusiness Marketing. 

“Through our ‘Feed Your Future’ campaign, we aim to demonstrate how the food and agribusiness industry offers a dynamic career path, with every role contributing to a larger mission. This recognition motivates us to continue empowering our employees and sharing their inspiring stories,” he added. 

In 2025, the company launched its first employer branding campaign, “Feed Your Future,” following its corporate rebranding. The campaign brings the company’s culture to life by spotlighting real employee stories across the organization. Key initiatives included employee testimonials, day-in-the-life features, and “My Role, My Impact,” a five-part video series showcasing how every role contributes to nourishing communities across Asia. 

Joel Lim, Aboitiz Foods Regional Employer Branding and Talent Acquisition Manager, stated, “This recognition reflects the journey the team has built together. I’m proud to be part of Aboitiz Foods, where our people-first and values-driven culture truly comes to life through the way we work and grow together. Excited for the journey ahead!”

The recognition underscores Aboitiz Foods’ continued efforts to build a future-ready workplace where employees are empowered to grow, do meaningful work, and help nourish communities. With this achievement, the company joins a community of organizations shaping meaningful careers and driving positive impact in the talent ecosystem. 

Frequently Asked Questions

1: What is this article about?
This article announces that Aboitiz Foods, through its subsidiary Pilmico Foods Corporation, received the Best Employer Brand award at the LinkedIn Talent Awards 2026. It details the criteria behind the recognition, the company’s employer branding campaign, and what the award signifies for its broader people-first culture and talent strategy in the Philippines.

2: What is the LinkedIn Talent Awards and how are winners selected?
The LinkedIn Talent Awards is an annual recognition program that honors organizations excelling in employer branding, talent engagement, and workforce development. Winners in the Best Employer Brand category are chosen using data-driven performance indicators, including significant follower growth, sustained employee engagement, and performance above category benchmarks on the LinkedIn platform.

3: In which category did Aboitiz Foods receive this award?
Aboitiz Foods was recognized in the category for companies with fewer than 1,000 employees active on LinkedIn in the Philippines. This highlights the company’s success in building a strong community of employee brand ambassadors and communicating its workplace culture and values authentically through engaging content on the platform.

4: What is the “Feed Your Future” employer branding campaign?
Launched in 2025 following the company’s corporate rebranding, “Feed Your Future” is an employer branding campaign that brings Aboitiz Foods’ workplace culture to life through real employee stories. Key elements include employee testimonials, day-in-the-life features, and a five-part video series called “My Role, My Impact,” which illustrates how every role contributes to nourishing communities across Asia.

5: What does this recognition mean for Aboitiz Foods as an employer?
The award affirms the company’s commitment to building a values-driven, high-performance workplace. It underscores efforts to position the food and agribusiness industry as a dynamic career destination, empower employees to do meaningful work, and attract talent by authentically sharing stories of purpose and impact. The recognition places Aboitiz Foods among organizations shaping impactful careers in the talent ecosystem.