VISTA Eye Specialist receives ESG Positive Impact Award

VISTA Eye Specialist (VISTA) has been honoured with the prestigious ESG Positive Impact Awards in Talent Management (Social Awards Category).

The awards, presented by Star Media Group Berhad, recognize Malaysian companies that have successfully integrated environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into their business operations, aiming to drive the ESG momentum in Malaysia.

VISTA’s commitment to talent management

VISTA Eye Specialist is deeply honoured to receive the ESG Positive Impact Award for its dedication to developing and implementing effective and comprehensive training programs. These programs empower talented individuals to contribute to the long-term success of the company.

Grace Heng, Chief of Growth at VISTA, expressed her gratitude and highlighted the commitment of VISTA’s people to the Gamification Upskilling Program, which aligns with the company’s core values.

The recognition of the ESG award not only boosts staff morale and engagement but also validates their contributions to the company’s sustainability efforts. This acknowledgement fosters a sense of pride and loyalty among employees, leading to increased motivation and retention.

Grace emphasized the positive impact VISTA’s employees are making and how this award highlights their valuable contributions to the company.

Innovative gamification upskilling program at VISTA

Amid the challenges posed by the pandemic, VISTA Eye Specialist introduced a unique Upskilling program that incorporates Gamification principles.

This program focuses on three key priorities: Growth, 10x Fun, Learning and Engagement, and WOW experience. Bernard Chan, Training and Sustainability Manager at VISTA explained that the Gamification program successfully combines competitive and enjoyable elements through challenges and missions.

The Gamification program at VISTA has allowed employees to develop new ideas, acquire new skills, unleash their creativity, and cultivate leadership qualities. Alongside this program, VISTA has implemented meticulously planned projects that provide experiential learning and serve as a training ground for emerging leaders.

These initiatives have contributed to the development of numerous individuals who have spearheaded substantial growth and made a notable impact on both the staff and other stakeholders, including patients.

VISTA Eye Specialist’s commitment to talent management and its innovative Gamification Upskilling Program has yielded impressive results. Over the past two years, the company has experienced a significant increase in its growth rate, expanded its workforce by 32%, and established three new branches, all during the pandemic.

These achievements reflect VISTA’s dedication to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 8, which promotes sustainable, inclusive, and robust economic growth and productive employment.

Winning the ESG Positive Impact Award reinforces VISTA’s determination to further its initiatives and extend its impact beyond the company. VISTA aims to integrate ESG principles into its DNA while motivating its staff to play a greater role in making a difference in issues that affect the community and the environment. Bernard expressed the company’s aspirations to address concerns that impact suppliers, employees, customers, and the world we inhabit.