6th Year As One of Atlanta’s Best And Brightest Companies
Every year companies throughout Atlanta compete to be named one of “Atlanta’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® .” Only companies that distinguish themselves as having the most innovative and thoughtful human resources approach can be bestowed this honor. These select companies will be honored by the National Association for Business Resources (NABR) on Tuesday, June 21, 2016 at the Atlanta Marriott Perimeter Center.
The winning companies also compete for 12 elite awards, one granted for each category. Also, an overall winner that has excelled in all categories will be honored with a “Best of the Best Overall” award. The elite award winners will be revealed during the breakfast program.
An independent research firm evaluates each company’s entry based on key measures in various categories. They include Compensation, Benefits and Employee Solutions; Employee Enrichment, Engagement and Retention; Employee Education and Development; Recruitment, Selection and Orientation; Employee Achievement and Recognition; Communication and Shared Vision; Diversity and Inclusion; Work-Life Balance; Community Initiatives; Strategic Company Performance and the Best of the Best Small Business.
The annual symposium and awards program will begin with a celebratory breakfast, registration, networking and an exhibit gallery at 7:00 a.m. Educational programs will follow at 8:00 a.m. The speaker series will include Brandon Smith, The Workplace Therapist, Cheryl Kortemeier, CVC Atlanta and Wayne Kurzen, EOS Implementer. The Winners’ Award Reception along with photo opportunities will take place at 10:30 a.m. that will also include the Elite Awards Presentation featuring Dana Barrett, biz 1190 AM WAFS. This year the event will also include a community project for a non-profit organization. Attendees will be asked to put together activity kits for the patients of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.
“Profitability and stability is essential for businesses in today’s economic climate. Companies that recognize that their employees are the key to their success achieve staying power. Our 2016 winners create their human resource standards to ensure employee satisfaction and they set standards for every business to aspire toward,” said Jennifer Kluge, President and CEO of MBPA. “We are proud to honor this year’s winners.”
“We are incredibly honored that 3C Software has made this list for the sixth year in a row and it’s all because of our amazing team,” shared 3C Software CEO Matthew Smith. “We continue to grow and expand our company in different directions and industries, and would not be able to do it without our awesome employees!”
Atlanta’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® is sponsored WSB TV 2, biz1190 AM – WAFS, Corp! Magazine, T-Mobile, Baudville, Basic, Crane Worldwide Logistics, The Orsus Group and The Executive Group.
Admission for the awards luncheon and symposium is $195. Tables for 10 are also available for $1,900. Tables of 10 include recognition as a table sponsor. If you are interested in attending the conference, contact the NABR at 866-321-1822 or visit www.101bestandbrightest.com.
The Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® is a program of the National Association for Business Resources that provides the business community with the opportunity to gain recognition, showcase their best practices and demonstrate why they are an ideal place for employees to work. This national program celebrates those companies that are making better business, creating richer lives and building a stronger community as a whole. It is presented annually in several markets including Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Detroit, Houston, Milwaukee, San Diego, San Francisco Bay Area, and Nationally. Nominations are now being accepted for 2016. Visit www.101bestandbrightest.com to obtain an application.
About the Best and Brightest Programs
The Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® is a program of the National Association for Business Resources that provides the business community with the opportunity to gain recognition, showcase their best practices and demonstrate why they are an ideal place for employees to work. This national program celebrates those companies that are making better business, creating richer lives and building a stronger community as a whole. There are numerous regional celebrations throughout the country.