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Sip & Share - Wellbeing in the JBC workplace.
Katrien Vangrunderbeek, Happiness Officer & Communications Manager at JBC, explains how well-being in the workplace is addressed at their company.
In the Sip & Share series, Colin, co-founder of Dripl, engages with our clients to find out how they approach workplace wellness. We share fun insights and practical tips that will help you build a positive workplace culture.
Hey Katrien 👋
Katrien worked for nine years at JBC, which is part of the Claeys Retail Group. Home to Belgian brands such as Mayerline and CKS. Her role as Happiness Officer came about after a well-being survey of all employees highlighted the strong need for initiatives around well-being.
👉 Making happiness a priority
Katrien looks at it broadly and focuses on complete work-life balance. "For us, well-being in the workplace means that employees can work happily, healthily and safely, but also go home feeling refreshed," she says. "We want to create an environment where employees can relax and be resilient. This is all the more important given the high workload in the fashion industry."
👉 A structured wellness program
In 2021, JBC conducted a well-being survey among its employees. "The results showed that workloads are incredibly high. Unfortunately, there's not much we can do about that—we can't reduce the stress people experience, but we can provide employees with tools to better manage that stress." This led to the MindFuel project, which focuses on four key areas: Move, Balance, Chill, and Connect. It includes a range of activities such as boot camps, yoga sessions, and blind lunches.
👉 Engage leadership
JBC is a family business, and that athletic spirit is deeply ingrained. "Our owners, Bart and Ann Claeys, are both avid athletes," says Katrien. "They strongly believe that a healthy mind in a healthy body leads to happy employees." They practice what they preach! Ann even gives Ashtanga Yoga workshops to her colleagues. Their active involvement motivates employees to participate in the various initiatives, making well-being in the workplace a shared responsibility.
👉Technology is your friend
"We set up a program with FitBits for colleagues who signed up. This helped them better understand when and why they experienced stress, leading to greater control over stressful moments. The project also served as an introduction for colleagues to discover new sports and master breathing techniques. This helped them, for example, to calm down more during peak periods.
👉 Choose all-round sustainable solutions
Implementing Dripl Refill Points was a natural step for JBC, especially with their focus on health and sustainability. "Dripl has now replaced all our previous soda machines. In our fashion environment, sugar and calorie intake are closely monitored, and the Dripl Flavors with no added sugars were a perfect fit. The ginger-lime flavor is especially popular!" says Katrien with a smile.
👉 Build an inclusive work culture
"A major challenge is to create activities that appeal to all 240 employees in Houthalen and the 50 in our satellite office in Vilvoorde," explains Katrien. "We want to ensure that the initiatives are valuable for everyone. We regularly organize after-work drinks, but we also want to reach those who don't always attend."
📝 Key Takeaways for your team or office
- Make wellbeing a priority: Make sure employees can work and leave happy, healthy and safe. Dare to look inside and outside the office walls.
- Conduct regular wellness surveys: This helps understand employee needs and develop targeted initiatives. Feedback, baby!
- Implement structured programs: Provide a variety of activities that promote both mental and physical well-being.
- Leadership plays a big role: Make sure leaders are involved in wellness initiatives and that they lead by example.
- Use technology: Tools such as FitBits can help monitor stress levels and make employees aware of their well-being.
Discover the impact of Dripl at JBC!
"JBC is known for its focus on sustainable business practices and offering opportunities to young startups. With Dripl, we've replaced our soda machines with a healthier and more sustainable alternative. Our employees' enthusiasm for Dripl flavors is a clear indication of our success."
⬇️ Comes with a side of case study
Curious about JBC Dripl? In June 2021, they replaced their traditional soda machines with two Refill Points, setting a healthy and sustainable standard for their offices in Vilvoorde and Houthalen-Helchteren.
Katrien Vangrunderbeek, Happiness Officer & Communications Manager at JBC, explains how well-being in the workplace is addressed at their company.
In the Sip & Share series, Colin, co-founder of Dripl, engages with our clients to find out how they approach workplace wellness. We share fun insights and practical tips that will help you build a positive workplace culture.
Hey Katrien 👋
Katrien worked for nine years at JBC, which is part of the Claeys Retail Group. Home to Belgian brands such as Mayerline and CKS. Her role as Happiness Officer came about after a well-being survey of all employees highlighted the strong need for initiatives around well-being.
👉 Making happiness a priority
Katrien looks at it broadly and focuses on complete work-life balance. "For us, well-being in the workplace means that employees can work happily, healthily and safely, but also go home feeling refreshed," she says. "We want to create an environment where employees can relax and be resilient. This is all the more important given the high workload in the fashion industry."
👉 A structured wellness program
In 2021, JBC conducted a well-being survey among its employees. "The results showed that workloads are incredibly high. Unfortunately, there's not much we can do about that—we can't reduce the stress people experience, but we can provide employees with tools to better manage that stress." This led to the MindFuel project, which focuses on four key areas: Move, Balance, Chill, and Connect. It includes a range of activities such as boot camps, yoga sessions, and blind lunches.
👉 Engage leadership
JBC is a family business, and that athletic spirit is deeply ingrained. "Our owners, Bart and Ann Claeys, are both avid athletes," says Katrien. "They strongly believe that a healthy mind in a healthy body leads to happy employees." They practice what they preach! Ann even gives Ashtanga Yoga workshops to her colleagues. Their active involvement motivates employees to participate in the various initiatives, making well-being in the workplace a shared responsibility.
👉Technology is your friend
"We set up a program with FitBits for colleagues who signed up. This helped them better understand when and why they experienced stress, leading to greater control over stressful moments. The project also served as an introduction for colleagues to discover new sports and master breathing techniques. This helped them, for example, to calm down more during peak periods.
👉 Choose all-round sustainable solutions
Implementing Dripl Refill Points was a natural step for JBC, especially with their focus on health and sustainability. "Dripl has now replaced all our previous soda machines. In our fashion environment, sugar and calorie intake are closely monitored, and the Dripl Flavors with no added sugars were a perfect fit. The ginger-lime flavor is especially popular!" says Katrien with a smile.
👉 Build an inclusive work culture
"A major challenge is to create activities that appeal to all 240 employees in Houthalen and the 50 in our satellite office in Vilvoorde," explains Katrien. "We want to ensure that the initiatives are valuable for everyone. We regularly organize after-work drinks, but we also want to reach those who don't always attend."
📝 Key Takeaways for your team or office
- Make wellbeing a priority: Make sure employees can work and leave happy, healthy and safe. Dare to look inside and outside the office walls.
- Conduct regular wellness surveys: This helps understand employee needs and develop targeted initiatives. Feedback, baby!
- Implement structured programs: Provide a variety of activities that promote both mental and physical well-being.
- Leadership plays a big role: Make sure leaders are involved in wellness initiatives and that they lead by example.
- Use technology: Tools such as FitBits can help monitor stress levels and make employees aware of their well-being.
Discover the impact of Dripl at JBC!
"JBC is known for its focus on sustainable business practices and offering opportunities to young startups. With Dripl, we've replaced our soda machines with a healthier and more sustainable alternative. Our employees' enthusiasm for Dripl flavors is a clear indication of our success."
⬇️ Comes with a side of case study
Curious about JBC Dripl? In June 2021, they replaced their traditional soda machines with two Refill Points, setting a healthy and sustainable standard for their offices in Vilvoorde and Houthalen-Helchteren.
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