Carlsberg Vietnam Builds High-Performance Teams on Foundation of Trust

Andrew Khan, General Director of Carlsberg Vietnam, shared insights into the company's strategy for building high-performing teams by cultivating a "Growth Culture" rooted in trust and empowerment. In a business environment marked by constant change and evolving workforce expectations, Carlsberg Vietnam believes long-term growth hinges not just on strategy, but on creating an environment where employees feel trusted and can reach their full potential.

At a recent conference, business leaders discussed how Nordic leadership values, such as trust, empowerment, collaboration, and flat organizational structures, are being adapted for the Vietnamese workplace. Carlsberg Vietnam, represented by Khan and Senior HR & Culture Director Dang Tran Ngoc Ngan, outlined its approach to building this "Growth Culture." This culture is integral to the company's DNA, fostering agility, consumer connection, and positive energy within its teams.

Khan stressed that "Growth Culture" is not merely a slogan but a daily practice. "When people feel trusted and empowered, they will proactively make faster decisions and jointly solve problems early on," he stated. This philosophy extends to the company's commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I). Carlsberg aims to achieve 42% women in senior leadership positions by 2032. To support this goal, Carlsberg Vietnam signed the Women's Empowerment Principles (WEPs) in early 2026 and launched SHELeads, a community designed to enhance the confidence, capabilities, and connections of future female leaders.

Dang Tran Ngoc Ngan highlighted the shifting expectations of today's workforce, who seek more than just a good job. They desire flexible work environments, a focus on holistic well-being (physical, mental, financial), ample development opportunities, and a clear sense of purpose in their daily work. "Growth Culture" at Carlsberg Vietnam translates to an environment where employees feel empowered and supported. In 2025, the company focused on initiatives to ensure employees could develop comprehensively, reflecting a commitment to nurturing talent and fostering a positive, productive workplace.

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Growth Culture is not just slogans on presentation slides, but how we work every day. When people feel trusted and empowered, they will proactively make faster decisions and jointly solve problems early on.