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The American Chamber of Commerce in Myanmar (AMCHAM Myanmar) honored Myanmar Distillery Company Limited

We’re proud to share with you that on November 22nd, The American Chamber of Commerce in Myanmar (AMCHAM Myanmar) honored Myanmar Distillery Company Limited, the member of Grand Royal Group, among the Top Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Programs in 2017.

We, Grand Royal Group was achieved this AMCHAM CSR Excellence recognized in 2016 as well and their award is recognized among 18 companies for their sustainable and meritorious CSR programs in Myanmar. This is truly an honor for our team and we hope to continue to work hard to create a brighter future for the country as our corporate motto “Be A Good Corporate Citizen”.

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Grand Royal Group is proud to be awarded the best employer of the year 2017 by World HRD Congress

Grand Royal Group received the two following awards: “Best Employer of the Year 2017” and “Dream Employer of the Year-Asia Edition” given by World HRD Congress, The Employer Branding Institute, Asian Confederation of Business and Malaysia Institute of Human Resources. For the first time, these were awarded to a Myanmar-owned company. Furthermore, Grand Royal Group ranked No. 43 in the Top 100 International Alcohol Beverage Brands on the annual IWSR list (International Wine & Spirit Research). Thus, a press conference to announce the achievement of these awards was held on the 7th September at 10:30 am at the Pathein Ballroom of the Novotel Hotel.

During the press conference, Grand Royal Group Chairman, U Aung Moe Kyaw gave a welcoming speech and explained the awards received this year. Then, U Zaw Myo Win, National Sales Manager, who has 20-year experience at Grand Royal Group shared his career experience of at the company throughout his work life. He started as a salesman at the IBTC Group, established in 1997. He is also a selection of MBA Scholarship Program by Grand Royal Group and was part of the International Training and Overseas scholarship Program. U Zaw Myo Win also talked about how Grand Royal Group contributes in the education of its employees’ as well as their safety and comfort at work. Later, Group Chairman – U Aung Moe Kyaw, Chief People Office – Mr. Vivek Bhargava, Marketing Manager – Mr. Cavan, National Sales Manager – U Zaw Myo Win and Plant Manager – U Soe Moe answered media questions before ending the conference at 12:30 pm.

Grand Royal Group stands proud as a responsible corporation in the Myanmar Alcohol Beverage Industry. According to its motto of “Be A Good Corporate Citizenship”, Grand Royal Group never avoids paying taxes to government entities. Every year, it makes it to the list of 1 to 10 of the responsible corporation declared by the state government. Furthermore, Grand Royal Group is not only doing continuously CSR Programs strategically for raising the standard of people’s lifestyle in Myanmar but also programs to improve the welfare of its employees. Some of these programs include the “Eye Treatment Donation” carried out from 2008 to 2017 and from 2016 till now, the “Clean Water Project” implemented to get access to water for villages across the country.

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World HRD Congress recognizes Grand Royal Group as Dream Employer of the Year in 2017

Now in their eighth year, the awards honor employers at the forefront of promoting best practices in various spheres related to Human Capital.
Awardees were selected based on the quality of Human Resource practices mainly in the areas of :
a) Phenomenal development and growth opportunity

b) Policies practicing work – life balance and

c) Fair reward and recognition practices
Grand Royal has been at the forefront in terms of working pro actively on the the Human Capital aspect of the business and the award is a recognition of the same.
“Grand Royal Group’s inclusive culture ensures that every one of our people has the opportunity to succeed and achieve their full potential, and we’re honored to be recognized by the World HRD Congress to work and build a career We believe we are the best firm when we utilize the collective talents, perspectives and insights of all our people as we work together and provide customer delight to all our stakeholders,”

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The Real 100 Spirits Brands Worldwide

We’re proud to announce that our brand, Grand Royal, has ranked 43 amount on the Real 100 Spirits Brands Worldwide 2016th Edition. Grand Royal’s ranking went up from 2015’s ranking 48 and it was also included in categories to watch and even outranked Irish Whisky, Jameson (48) in the list. The 2016 edition of the IWSR’s annual Real 100 rankings was published in every July. It lists the world’s top 100 spirits brands by volume, pitting famous international brands against local spirits titans that dominate in their home markets.

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Eye Treatment Project – 2017

To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Laputta Township, Grand Royal Group carried out its free eye treatment program at the township’s Ayarwaddy Division from May 8th-12th. The program was operated by the Union Ministry of Planning and Finance administration, in co-operation with the Union Ministry of Health and supervised by the Ayarwaddy Division.
The program treated 5464 patients that need eye treatments and eye surgeries.
Laputta Township Organization, the Red Cross, local authorities and other social welfare organizations all joined the eye treatment program. Grand Royal Group also donated the cost of transportation, room and board, medications, glasses and any surgical products needed by patients that came to receive treatments. The program has already eyes wears and medical treated about 4164 patients and major and minors operation patients were 311 people.
On 12th May of 2017, U Kyaw Win, The Union Minister of Planning and Finance and other authorities visited the Grand Royal Group Eye Treatment Donation Program at Laputta Township which celebrated from May 8th to May 12th 2017. The Minister gave a speech to support the program and encourage patients that came to get treatment. He also met with local businessmen and Laputta District authorities to discuss the development of the township.
At the meeting, U Aung Moe Kyaw, Chairman of Grand Royal Group gave a thankful speech and shared Grand Royal Group’s commitment and the motto they follow “Be A Good Corporate Citizen” and contribute to support to society.

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Daw Thidar Aung

Head of IT/MIS Department

It has been 16 years that I joined GRGI since February 2005. When I first joined, as a Computer Programmer for Point of Sales System Implementation, MIS Department had not been established yet and therefore third-party IT team was hired to get IT support. We had to rely on  internet emails only back then. Eventually, MIS Department was founded in 2006 and I feel so accomplished every time I reminisce those days I was involved in the setup of the infrastructure of Head Office and then extended to branch offices and factory of GRGI, rolling out intranet settings to connect among the offices.

After having stabilized the infrastructures, under the guidance of Management Team, I started to develop user friendly ERP system application replacing manual operations with new technology for respective departments, followed by the development of DMS System for the joint business partners. I also took charge of the implementation of business intelligence to analyze and prepare Management Dashboard Report, so that we could track our business progress anytime, anywhere with the use of any device. During those times of manual operations, GRGI was trying to keep abreast with the modern technologies and striving for digital transformation encountering several challenges and difficulties. Firstly, the challenge of the change management: resistance of traditional mindsets to change into modern transformation of digital platforms.

And then, we face a lot of struggles when implementing systems/applications and digital platform with limited resources as Myanmar was one of the developing countries. Moreover, we had to customize the system implementation in compliance with the international best practices as well as the localization to harmonize the processes of our country and company. We managed to overcome setbacks, thanks to the guidance and support of our management team along with the cooperation of internal and external stakeholders even during the time of limited resources.

I always stay vigilant for the rapidly changing technology for GRGI and always think of the advanced ways and means as best as I can. Within allocated budget, resources, and timeline, my team and I have made commitments and get the job completed in timely and efficient manners. We have also built a good and long-term relationship with all colleagues, vendors, and business partners regardless of their positions and gender. And I am very proud to be one of the few female leaders in IT field of Myanmar. I, myself do believe and embrace the core values set by management team, as well. The reason why I have been with GRGI so long is that GRGI always tries to focus and stay alert on digital transformation and encourage to implement the updated digitization, with full of challenges leading to learning opportunities.

Digital transformation makes the business smoother than ever, and I have also witnessed it can enhance the self-development, so I have been working with GRGI for quite a long time. Finally, I do appreciate and feel grateful towards the management team for the opportunities provided for my continuous career development.

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Ma Khin Phyu Phyu Tin

“I joined Grand Royal Group as Junior Accountant and try my best to become a Senior Accountant step by step. Now it has been 9 years since I joined this organization. At first, I realized that it seemed different from what I had learned to how it’s applied in real life as an accountant. I work hard, try my best and take my supervisor’s guidance.”

This was my first job and it has become more systematic because I now use the new ERP system. Thanks to the company training and support throughout my career, I now have become an important part in this organization. I complete my tasks and responsibilities regularly, I comply with my supervisors guidance and give my role all my best efforts, that’s why I received Best Employee Award for 2014-2015.

Every year when it’s time for the company to make salary adjustments, I get a raise. Also, I was awarded a gold medal for my long term service. Not only do I keep learning to develop my skills and knowledge, but I also support and contribute what I learned with my colleagues. I will keep trying, choosing and doing the right thing, not only for myself but also for my organization.”

 

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The corporate rebranding ceremony of Grand Royal Group (previously IBTC Group of Company)

The corporate rebranding ceremony of Grand Royal Group (previously IBTC Group of Company) was held on 07 May 2016 at the company headquarter. The event was at Pyay Road, 6.5 Miles from 7:30 am. Group Chairman, U Aung Moe Kyaw and U Thein Win of Group Controller Sale from Grand Royal opened this ceremony.

The corporate rebranding involved a new corporate name, restyling logos, new strategies and positioning to pull the company to the next level.

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Ceremony of successful completion of a tube well at Tharsi, Mandalay from Grand Royal Group

Ministry of Social welfare, Relief and Resettlement and Grand Royal Group celebrated the successful completion of a tube well with a charity group of young artist at Ngar Su Yeik Thar monastery, Kakkyay Inn village, Tharsi Township, Mandalay. U Tint Oo, a director from Grand Royal Group gave a speech and cut the ribbon to open the ceremony. Grand Royal Group will continue provide tube wells and water supply to rural areas as the company’s annual CSR plan. The group also plans to donate clean water to the areas in Yangon and Mandalay division, where there is no access to drinking water, with the government’s guidance.

Grand Royal Group’s CSR mission includes active participation in educating the public on electricity power cable installation, motor pumps, water pumps factory, brick wells construction, water tanks and how to get safe drinking water in rural areas. Furthermore, Grand Royal Group is currently testing an underwater supply system at Kyar Pwar village, Kyar Eaing, Ma Hlaing Township, Mandalay Division. The company aims to participate in active CSR programs to help Myanmar and to improve the living standards of the public according to the Managing Director’s mission to become a Good Corporate Citizen.

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Grand Royal received a Certificate of Recognition for Outstanding Corporate Social Responsibility

On November 21st, Grand Royal received a Certificate of Recognition for Outstanding Corporate Social Responsibility in Myanmar during an event held by The American Chamber of Commerce In Yangon. The ceremony was honored by American Ambassador and other members of American Chamber of Commerce. Grand Royal was rewarded for its transparency, good governance and sustainable business practices which reflects the best business traditions and will serve as a model for others companies to follow. Grand Royal Group executives shared their vision and CSR activities from 2008 to 2015. These experiences included treating over 70,000 patients who suffered the eye injuries and now in 2016, Grand Royal is currently donating wells to several townships in Yangon and Mandalay which suffer water shortages.