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It can start with a phone call, a meeting invite, or a quiet conversation with a leader—one that signals something more than recognition. Being selected for Kemin’s Winner’s Circle marks a pivotal moment in an employee’s journey, acknowledging not only what they’ve achieved but also what they’re capable of becoming.
As Winner’s Circle continues to grow as a global development experience, its impact is becoming more visible in how participants grow and contribute across the organization. Across Kemin, Winner’s Circle is increasingly recognized as a defining experience for emerging leaders.
For many participants, that moment carries deep meaning. “Being nominated is both an honor and a responsibility,” said Cristina Murcia García, PhD, Senior Technical Service Manager at Kemin Pet Food & Rendering EMEA. “It’s a recognition of the work done so far, but also a motivation to contribute beyond my current role and help drive meaningful impact at a broader, global level.”
At Kemin, developing people is a deliberate investment, one that recognizes performance, nurtures potential, and prepares employees to make an even greater impact. Few programs embody this commitment more clearly than Winner’s Circle, Kemin’s global leadership development experience that challenges, connects, and elevates high-potential team members.
Participants are nominated by leaders who see not only strong results, but also curiosity, collaboration, and a commitment to servant leadership. This experience goes beyond recognition; it represents a strategic investment in the company's future and the people who will help lead it. As Chase Pals, Worldwide IT PMO Manager shared, “Being nominated means someone believed the work I’m doing is worth recognizing, and I don’t take that lightly. I see it as a responsibility to show up, contribute, and lead through example.”
Winner’s Circle Is a Commitment to Career Growth
The Winner’s Circle program continues to bring together colleagues from across regions, functions, and business units to address real, enterprise-wide challenges facing Kemin. Participants develop solutions that support strategic priorities and influence business decisions. Participants are grouped into cross-functional teams and encouraged to think beyond day-to-day responsibilities. They gain visibility into how decisions are made across the organization, where science, business, and strategy intersect.
This approach reflects how Kemin develops leaders by creating opportunities to apply potential in real business contexts. Winner’s Circle builds strategic thinking, influence, collaboration, and executive-ready communication through work that directly impacts the business.
Learning Across Borders, Functions, and Perspectives
A defining feature of Winner’s Circle is the diversity of perspectives it brings together. Participants represent multiple regions and business units, with insights shaped by different markets, customers, and operational realities. Working with colleagues who approach challenges through different lenses broadens their understanding of Kemin and strengthens their ability to lead in a global environment.
Participants consistently highlight how energizing it is to collaborate across functions and geographies. “The opportunity to collaborate beyond my own business unit, working across different functions at a global level, is what truly excites me,” said Kin Ken Chew, Associate Platform Manager, Feed Quality & Technology, Asia Pacific. “Winner’s Circle offers a platform to exchange perspectives, broaden thinking, and collectively address business priorities that matter to all of us at Kemin.”
From adapting strategies across regional markets to aligning global and local teams, the program encourages participants to connect dots that might otherwise remain siloed. In a fast-changing, global environment, the ability to think across functions and lead through complexity is more important than ever.
These experiences help emerging leaders understand that innovation must be not only scientifically sound but also scalable, practical, and economically viable. This cross-functional, global collaboration reflects Kemin’s culture—where diverse perspectives and curiosity drive better outcomes.
Building Leaders Who Can Navigate Complexity
The program also creates visibility, giving participants the opportunity to engage with senior leaders and demonstrate their impact beyond their immediate roles. This visibility not only accelerates development but also helps position participants as emerging leaders across the organization.
Winner’s Circle is designed to help participants build the skills required to lead through complexity and ambiguity, an increasingly important capability in a global organization. Through structured project work, mentorship, and exposure to senior leadership, participants gain hands-on experience navigating real challenges. They practice translating complex ideas into clear, actionable insights and making decisions with incomplete information.
Participants frequently cite growth in strategic influence, collaboration, and storytelling. These skills are essential for bridging science and business, aligning stakeholders, and driving meaningful change across functions and regions. The program creates a supportive yet challenging environment where participants can stretch, learn, and refine their leadership.
A Culture That Invests in People
At its core, Winner’s Circle reflects Kemin’s commitment to its employees. The program reinforces the belief that leadership is not about title, but about service, curiosity, and a commitment to growth—for themselves and for others. Participants are selected not only for what they have achieved, but for how they lead, collaborate, and contribute to Kemin’s culture.
By investing in programs like Winner’s Circle, Kemin sends a clear message: people matter. Developing future leaders is not a side initiative; it is central to the company’s long-term success. For those selected, the experience is both a meaningful recognition of their contributions and a powerful opportunity to shape what comes next.
Winner’s Circle reflects a simple belief that the future of Kemin is shaped by the people we invest in today. As the program continues to evolve, so does its impact in developing leaders who are not only ready to contribute, but ready to shape what comes next.
Key Takeaways
- Winner’s Circle is not just about recognition, it’s a clear signal that the company believes in an employee’s potential and trusts them to lead by example.
- The program helps accelerate growth by putting participants on real, cross-functional projects that build confidence in strategic thinking, influence, and executive-level communication.
- Working across regions and business units gives emerging leaders a broader perspective and helps them connect ideas beyond silos while navigating different markets and ways of working.
- At its core, Winner’s Circle reflects Kemin’s commitment to investing in people and developing servant leaders who lead with curiosity, purpose, and a focus on meaningful impact.