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Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.

“Eat Well. Live Well.” has guided us for over 100 years in crafting nutritious, delicious foods. As a leader in frozen foods, we offer diverse ethnic cuisines across foodservice, grocery, and more. With nine factories, 3,000 employees, and nationwide reach, we make everyday eating a happy experience.

Organisation size: Large (500 – 4999)
Sector: Food & Beverage
Website: www.ajinomotofoods.com

2025 Accolades

  • 2025 North America Winner (1)
  • Special Recognition Badge CULTURE 2025 - NOAM

Submission highlights

This year’s strongest elements as indicated by our independent judges.

  • Culture & Purpose

  • Comment from the judges

    AFNA. demonstrates a strong commitment to its purpose, “Making Everyday Eating a Happy Experience,” which is deeply embedded in its culture and operations. The organization excels in fostering employee engagement through initiatives like My Purpose workshops, bi-monthly Purpose and Values activities, and cross-departmental collaboration, which have resulted in a 92% employee connection to company values.