Lantern Festival Celebration: Bringing Ingredion China Together

Ingredion China recently celebrated the annual Lantern Festival, a traditional Chinese event that signifies reunion and happiness. Also known as the Yuan Xiao Festival, this celebration falls on the 15th day of the first lunar month, marking the conclusion of the Chinese New Year festivities and coinciding with the first full moon of the year.

The event was a vibrant showcase of cultural heritage, where traditional games brought colleagues together in a spirit of friendly competition and unity. The lantern riddles challenge, a classic aspect of the festival, created an atmosphere of intellectual excitement as employees engaged in a battle of wits. The camaraderie and laughter that filled the air during the event demonstrated its success in fostering team spirit.

Additionally, the Pinch Ping-Pong Balls game tested hand-eye coordination and celebrated teamwork. Pairs of employees, armed with chopsticks, showcased precision and cooperation as they transferred ping-pong balls between basins, embodying the festival’s values of togetherness and joy.

Steven Yu, Ingredion’s commercial director for Greater China, emphasized the significance of the event in promoting the company’s core values and cultural concepts. He stated, “In this season of togetherness, Ingredion not only provided employees with a variety of activities but also conveyed care and expectations.”

Lai Guo, general manager for Greater China, echoed Yu’s sentiments, highlighting how Ingredion’s commitment to promoting traditional Chinese culture and hosting engaging team-building activities fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment. These celebrations not only enhance employees’ cultural experiences but also contribute to the overall well-being of the organization.

Ingredion’s Lantern Festival event was deemed a great success, leaving a lasting impression of cultural appreciation and collective joy among employees. Through this celebration, the company emphasized unity, collaboration, and shared happiness. As lanterns glowed and riddles were solved, employees felt a sense of belonging to a larger family that values tradition, teamwork, and the pursuit of making life better.