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For many, the holiday season is filled with traditions, special moments and time well spent together with loved ones. Across different cultures and countries, this season brings people together in unique ways to celebrate this festive season with love and respect for each others’ traditions.     We would love to hear about the variety of traditions and rituals that make this season special to you - whether it's Christmas or other cultural festivities! ✨     What traditions are most important to you and how do you celebrate them? Vote in the poll and share your stories in the comments below. Let's explore and cherish the diversity of festivities together! ❤️💙💛  #LidlInternational #teamlidl

It's wrapped time! Your most loved content of 2024 ❤️💙💛    As we near the end of 2024, it’s time to reflect on what brought us together as a community this year. From celebrating the new headquarters of Lidl France and being recognized as a Top Employer in Europe to honoring our female heroes on International Women’s Day, launching the Lidl Kids Team for UEFA EURO 2024 and building strong partnerships - this year was full of incredible milestones that resonated deeply with our followers. 🤩    "Uniting 31 countries, over 20 languages, and diverse cultures, our international platform brings everyone together. On our global channel, the Lidl International community highlights strong proof points for our commitments to our current and future employees, customers, suppliers, and stakeholders," says Jennifer Maria Cords, Senior Vice President Corporate Affairs at Lidl International.    Together, we shared more than 58,000 reactions. This number reflects the power of our #teamlidl community, united by a shared passion for teamwork, a more sustainable future, and creating meaningful experiences. Thank you for being such an integral part of our journey.     Revisit your favorite posts and moments from 2024 in the assets below! What were your top Lidl moments this year? Let us know in the comments. 👇    #LidlInternational #Wrapped #MostLovedPosts #teamlidl  

“Learning the French way to bring fresh ideas back to Italy!”    Adriana, Product Manager Online Shop at Lidl France, has been with #teamlidl since 2015. Starting her career at Lidl Italia, Adriana managed Non Food categories, including the popular PARKSIDE range. Now, as part of the Lidl International Job Rotation Program, Adriana is experiencing life near Paris and diving into new professional challenges. 🤩    "My goal here is clear: to learn and understand the processes behind the Online Shop project of Lidl France," she says. "Launching an online shop is challenging, and Lidl France has managed it incredibly well. I’m gaining so much from observing their methods, even with the unique hurdles along the way!"    Beyond work, Adriana is fully enjoying French culture. "Being here has been a fantastic experience - I've watched the Olympics, explored the Champagne region, and I’m discovering new sides of Paris every weekend!" 🇫🇷✨     Where would you go to gain fresh perspectives for your work? 👇    #LidlInternational #LidlExpats #LidlFrance #teamlidl 

“Over 500 colleagues came together for a fun and colorful photoshoot!"    A photoshoot isn't just about capturing great pictures - it’s also about creating lasting memories! 📸 ✨ We spoke with our EB team at Lidl Portugal who coordinated an exciting photoshoot week that involved over 500 Lidl colleagues.    "Having a colorful, smiling profile photo online really showcases more of our work environment at Lidl - internally and externally," Caio explains. "That’s why our Employer Branding team at Lidl Portugal came up with this project - to give our colleagues the chance to get colorful and professional profile pictures, reinforcing some aspects of our culture!"    The team initially planned for 600 portraits, and over 500 colleagues participated. "It took 1.5 months to plan, and the photoshoots were spread over 7 days across different locations," Caio adds.    To make everyone feel at ease, the team created a comfortable and private environment and encouraged colleagues to wear the signature colors of Lidl. ❤️💙💛  "We’re excited about the final results! We had music, treats, and plenty of fun - what started as a photoshoot turned into a fantastic team-building event! And that was only possible due to our togetherness and friendly work environment.” 🤩   What are your suggestions for a creative team-building activity? 👇    #LidlInternational #DropOfTheWeek #teamlidl 

Celebrating 25 years of Lidl Greece with Nana    As Lidl Greece celebrates its 25th anniversary, we caught up with Nana, HR Services Supervisor at Lidl Hellas, who has been part of Lidl Greece since the beginning in 1999. 🤩     Nana began her #teamlidl journey as a Regional Management Secretary in Gefyra (now Sindos) and has since taken on a role in Employee Data Administration within the Support Services department. “It’s been a dynamic journey, and I’m still enjoying it,” she says.    For Nana, Lidl Hellas is diverse, unique, and colorful. “The diversity within our team is truly special. For 25 years, it’s never been the same - the environment keeps evolving, and that’s what I love about working at Lidl Greece!”    Thank you, Nana, for your passionate work and dedication! ❤️💙💛    What do you envision for the next 25 years of Lidl Greece? Let us know!👇    #LidlInternational #LidlHellas #Anniversary #teamlidl 

For the second year running, we are the Official Fresh Food Partner of the Women‘s European Handball Federation‘s #EHFEURO2024 🤾♀️    This partnership allows us to renew our long-term commitment to empower our customers to make conscious, healthy and more sustainable purchasing decisions based on a growing range of plant-based protein sources, among other things.   “3 host countries, including Austria, 24 participating countries, including 17 Lidl countries, 384 great players: The Women's EHF EURO 2024 is the biggest European Women's Handball Championship ever. This great tournament unites us in the heart of Europe. We are looking forward to celebrating four weeks of women's handball and European unity - here in Austria and across Europe,” says Natalie Flatz, Senior Vice President HR at Lidl Österreich.   “Lidl is a proud partner of both the women's and men's EHF EUROs. With this commitment we underline our position as a holistic partner of handball. As the Official Fresh Food Partner, we will contribute to making sport and an active lifestyle in connection with conscious nutrition a living experience,” explains Jennifer Maria Cords, Senior Vice President Corporate Affairs at Lidl International. Learn more 👇    #LidlInternational #OnYourTeam #CatchTheSpirit #EHFEURO2024 #teamlidl

"My advice for job rotation? Stay open and embrace every challenge!" Robin, IT Business Consultant at Lidl Österreich, joined #teamlidl in 2020 and has been focusing on digitalization and business system optimization ever since. Starting his journey at Lidl Sverige KB, Robin works inbetween IT and business departments to ensure seamless collaboration. Since March, he’s taken on a new challenge in Salzburg, Austria, as part of the Lidl International Job Rotation Program. 🤩 "I've been always interested in working in German-speaking countries, so Austria felt like the perfect fit—especially as I was already learning German. Salzburg, with its international vibe, gave me the chance to live abroad while continuing to grow within Lidl." ❤️💙💛 Adapting to a new language was initially challenging in a role that required constant communication. But Robin embraced the challenge: "I kept an open mind and stayed social, which helped me integrate quickly. I never imagined giving presentations in German, but by making mistakes and learning from them, I’ve grown confident and comfortable with it!" 💪 How do you overcome language barriers in a professional setting? Share your tips with us! 👇 #LidlInternational #LidlExpats #LidlÖsterreich #teamlidl 

Lidl has been inducted into the prestigious Laureus Sport for Good Index! 🎉 The Index recognizes Lidl for its efforts to promote healthy living through conscious nutrition and physical activity during the 2023 UCI Cycling World Championship of Union Cycliste Internationale held in Glasgow and across Scotland (Great Britain). It also acknowledges the current engagement of Lidl Ireland for the Ladies Gaelic Football Association.  We are dedicated to making a positive impact on our customers - and this achievement underscores our efforts to support all Lidl Families to live healthier, more active lifestyles, in a sustainable way.  “The inclusion of Lidl in the Laureus Sport for Good Index proves that through our brand presence and our commitment to the world of sports, we promote the crucial societal development towards conscious nutrition and a healthy lifestyle. The global Laureus movement has been supporting special projects at the intersection of sports and children and youth for over 25 years. With the Lidl player mascots at the UEFA EURO 2024, we were able to make a special impact here. As a former Global Trustee of the international Laureus Sports for Good Foundation, I particularly appreciate the honor of this award,” says Jens Thiemer, Chief Customer Officer at Lidl International. Dr. Jennifer Maria Cords, Senior Vice President Corporate Affairs at Lidl International adds: "We take our responsibility as one of the largest food retailers seriously. It is therefore our priority to educate all our stakeholders about conscious nutrition and to inspire them to lead an active lifestyle, characterized by sport and healthy food. In this way, we exert a valuable social influence through the platform of our sport sponsorships. The fact that the Laureus Sport for Good Foundation recognizes this reinforces the value of the path we have taken." Thanks to everyone in #teamlidl who continue to promote conscious nutrition in everything we do - from keeping our prices low and making simple, healthy, fresh food easily available, to inspiring getting active as a key part of a healthy lifestyle. 🍎 🤸    #LidlInternational #OnYourTeam #LaureusSportForGoodIndex #teamlidl 

"Experiencing local insights brings new perspectives to my work!" Julia, Consultant Sales Organization at Lidl España, has been with #teamlidl for five years. She began her career as a trainee at Lidl International and has focused her expertise on communications and digitalization within the Sales department. Now based in Barcelona as part of the Lidl International Job Rotation Program, Julia is leading sales communication and cashier processes at Lidl Spain. ❤️💙💛 "In Germany, my work centered on developing processes. Here in Spain, I see firsthand how these processes scale and impact at a national level. It’s rewarding to engage directly with store employees and gain local insights," she shares. 🛒✨ Julia emphasizes the importance of gathering practical insights from her time in Spain to apply in future process improvements. "The experience has been incredibly enriching, and I'm excited to bring these learnings back with me." Beyond work, Julia is making the most of her time in Barcelona. "Walking by the beach after work is something I’ll always cherish. I'm grateful for living and working in such a vibrant city." 🏝️ Where’s your favorite place to unwind after work? Let us know! 👇 #LidlInternational #LidlExpats #LidlEspana #teamlidl 

Celebrating 25 years of Lidl in Greece 🇬🇷✨    For 25 years, Lidl Hellas has been committed to providing more quality, affordability, and impactful contributions across Greece. This year, Lidl Greece celebrated this milestone with a series of special anniversary events! 🥳    In March, the celebrations began with a unique approach that highlighted the company’s character and the reasons it has become such a favorite among the Greek public. With the slogan "Lidl at its Best", Lidl Greece showcased its 25-year journey in the Greek market, emphasizing its dedication to looking ahead and continually evolving. The culmination of this milestone year was in June, with a symbolic event celebrating 25 years of its presence in the Greek market. During this event, the company celebrated its 25-year journey in Greece alongside long-standing partners and key stakeholders, presenting a memorable experience filled with flavors, unique moments, and entertainment.      In line with our commitment to giving back, Lidl Hellas partnered with Make-A-Wish Greece to fulfill the wishes of 25 children with critical illnesses. Each wish - whether a dream trip to Disneyland or a vibrant, personalized room - was a moment filled with hope, joy, and strength.    A huge thank you to our partners, customers, and #teamlidl who have been part of this journey. Here’s to many more years of supporting communities and making a positive impact!   Discover more about the journey and milestones of Lidl Hellas below. 👇    #LidlInternational #LidlHellas #anniversary #teamlidl