ICE Spotlight on Ella's Kitchen

Welcome to the Includability Committed Employer (ICE) Spotlight Series, where we celebrate the outstanding efforts of our ICEs in creating a more sustainable, inclusive, and mentally healthy workplace culture.

In this series, we shine a light on the innovative practices and inspiring commitments of companies dedicated to making a positive impact in their industries and communities.

We explore the brilliant work of Ella’s Kitchen, showcasing this trailblazing organisation and their dedication to fostering environments where everyone can thrive.

Who is Ella’s Kitchen?

Ella's Kitchen, founded in 2006 by Paul Lindley, has a mission that resonates deeply with families worldwide: to help little ones grow up happy, healthy, and never hungry. The company is renowned for its dedication to providing nutritious, convenient, and delicious food for children.

Since its inception, Ella's Kitchen has prioritised health and nutritional value, ensuring that taste and convenience are never compromised. This commitment has made Ella's Kitchen a trusted name in households looking for healthy, fun, and sustainable food options for their children.

What is Ella’s Kitchen’s Vision for a Better World?

Ella's Kitchen's journey is underscored by a commitment to being a force for good. In 2016, the company certified as a B Corporation, joining a global movement of pioneering companies dedicated to using business as a means for positive change.

This certification reflects Ella's Kitchen's relentless pursuit of better business practices, focusing on putting little futures first and ensuring that every child has the opportunity to grow up in a healthy and happy world.

Is Sustainability at the Core?

Sustainability is a cornerstone of Ella's Kitchen's ethos. The company is deeply committed to using the best quality, ethically, and sustainably sourced ingredients.

This commitment goes beyond just the food they produce. Ella's Kitchen strives to minimise its environmental impact, ensuring that their products not only nourish children but also protect the planet they will inherit. By focusing on sustainable practices, Ella's Kitchen is playing a crucial role in safeguarding the environment for future generations.

What is Ella’s Kitchen’s Diversity and Inclusion Commitment?

Ella's Kitchen’s values are not just about creating healthy and fun food; they are also about fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment. The company lives and breathes its inspirational values:

Being childlike

Thinking differently

Being good to each other

Wanting to win

Being business minded

This unique blend of values ensures that the team at Ella's Kitchen is not only innovative and hardworking but also supportive and inclusive.

As part of their commitment to inclusivity, Ella's Kitchen has made significant connections with Includability's Ambassadors, Saski and Amy Polly, and has partnered with Unleashed International, our Verification Partners, to ensure their people’s talents are being fully realised. These relationships underscore Ella's Kitchen's dedication to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

Do Ella’s Kitchen Foster Good Governance and Ethical Leadership?

Ella's Kitchen's governance practices reflect their commitment to ethical leadership and transparency. By certifying as a B Corp, Ella's Kitchen has committed to the highest standards of social and environmental performance, public transparency, and legal accountability.

B Corp certification ensures that the company continues to prioritise the well-being of its employees, customers, and the environment in every decision they make, and securing a purposeful future for the company.

Did Ella’s Kitchen Win an ICE Award?

Ella's Kitchen's dedication to sustainability, diversity, and inclusion has not gone unnoticed. In 2023, the company was honoured with the Includability Committed Employer of the Year Award at the Includability Committed Employer Awards.

Our prestigious award recognises Ella's Kitchen’s outstanding efforts in creating a supportive and inclusive work environment while maintaining a strong commitment to ethical, sustainable and healthy business practices.

Do Ella’s Kitchen Foster a Fun and Supportive Culture?

At Ella's Kitchen, the work environment is as vibrant and dynamic as the products they create. The company prides itself on having a fun and innovative workplace, often described as a hive of activity, fancy dress, and fun.

A lively atmosphere not only makes Ella's Kitchen a great place to work but also fosters creativity and innovation, driving the company forward.

What Does Includability Offer?

At Includability, we connect organisations like Ella's Kitchen with a network of inspiring leaders, innovative thinkers. By joining us, you gain access to invaluable connections with our Ambassadors and Partner Experts.

Together, we can help your organisation drive positive change, foster a more inclusive, sustainable, and mentally healthy workplace culture.

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