WARREN, Mich., June 12 IL-NABR-reveal-best
WARREN, Mich., June 12 /PRNewswire/ -- Companies that are named "Chicago's
101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For" by the National Association for
Business Resources (NABR) are distinct and deserving of their recognition. Now
in its fourth year, this award has become a designation sought after by
hundreds of Chicago area companies.
The NABR will be honoring 101 companies, as well as presenting 11 elite
awards, at the annual Chicago's 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For
symposium and awards luncheon on Monday, August 4, 2008 at the Chicago
Marriott Oak Brook. Judy Hsu of ABC 7 Chicago News and Pat Cassidy of WBBM
News Radio 780 will emcee the awards ceremony. A series of workshops about
leading human resources topics will also be presented.
An independent research firm evaluates each company's entry in the
following categories: communication, community initiatives, compensation and
benefits, diversity and multiculturalism, employee education and development,
employee engagement and commitment, recognition and retention, recruitment and
selection, work-life balance and small business. The 2008 winning companies
have demonstrated exceptional commitment to innovative human resource
initiatives that positively benefit their employees. (See following list for
winners.)
"These companies have a real commitment and dedication to their employees.
The best practices and innovative human resource initiatives that were
demonstrated should inspire others to look for new ways recognize employees as
their greatest assets. The NABR is proud to serve as a catalyst for high
standards in human resources and to recognize companies that achieve success,"
said Jennifer Kluge, NABR president.
The event begins at 8 a.m. with registration, networking and continental
breakfast. The morning continues with a series of interactive educational
sessions on human resource practices starting at 8:30 a.m., followed by the
awards luncheon and announcement of the 11 elite winners at 11:45 a.m. This
year's educational sessions include "Recruitment Strategies for the New Human
Resources," "Employee Engagement: Mission Critical," "The New Operation Role
of HR" and "Generations in the Workplace."
Chicago's 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For is sponsored by ABC
7 Chicago News, Chrysler LLC, America Chartered Bank, Assurance Agency, FONA
International, Inc., Management Association of Illinois, Michael C. Fina,
IIT's Center for Research and Services, Verizon Wireless and Crowe Chizek &
Company.
Admission for the awards luncheon and symposium for individuals is $220
for NABR members and $245 for non-members. If you are interested in attending
the conference, contact the National Association for Business Resources at
866-321-1822 or visit www.101bestandbrightest.com .
Nominations are now open for 2009. The nomination deadline is April 24,
2009. Nominate your company online at www.101bestandbrightest.com .
The National Association for Business Resources (NABR) advocates and
represents small and medium-sized businesses throughout the United States.
NABR specializes in providing businesses the benefits, programs, services, and
assistance required to operate as efficiently and successfully as possible.
Best practice solutions are available to members in the areas of human
resources, healthcare, legal, transaction, compliance, marketing, and office
services. For more information about NABR and its offerings, please visit
www.nationalbiz.org or call 1-866-321-1822.
CHICAGO'S 101 BEST AND BRIGHTEST
COMPANIES TO WORK FOR
Of the hundreds of nominations received,
the companies listed below met the criteria as a
"Best and Brightest Company to Work For"
2008 WINNERS
Affinia Chicago Hotel
Allscripts Healthcare Solutions
Alterian, Inc.
American Academy of Pediatrics
American Unit Inc.
Ampac Flexibles
Assurance Agency Ltd.
ATI Holdings, LLC
Atwell-Hicks
BDO Seidman, LLP
Bison Gear & Engineering Corporation
Blue Plate
Bosch Rexroth Corporation
Burwood Group, Inc.
Care Communications
CCC Information Services Inc.
Centers for New Horizons
CME Group
Chicago Trading Company
Clear!Blue
Cleversafe, Inc.
Comprehensive Therapeutics, Ltd.
Cosi, Inc.
Crowe Chizek and Company LLC
Digitas
Donlen Corporation
Draftfcb
DSM Desotech, Inc.
Duke Realty Corporation
Echo Global Logistics
Emergency Nurses Association
Ernst & Young LLP
Euro RSCG Chicago
Eved Services
Flexco
FONA International Inc.
Geneca
Getty Images
Golin Harris
Greeley and Hansen
Harley Ellis Devereaux
Harrah's Joliet
Hephzibah Children's Association
Hill & Knowlton
Impact Networking, L.L.C.
Incredible Technologies
Infogix, Inc.
Kaleidoscope
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants
KPMG LLP
Leaders Bank
LeasePlan USA, Inc.
M. A. Mortenson Company
Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc.
Millennium Electronics, Inc.
Morningstar, Inc.
Mutual Trust Financial Group
National Futures Association
North Suburban Library System
Now Foods
Office Concepts
OtterBase, Inc.
Paylocity
PEAK 6 Investments, LP
Plexus
PointBridge
Protiviti Inc.
Rabjohns Financial Group
Remedy
RSM McGladrey, Inc.
Rush-Copley Medical Center
Sage Products Inc.
Schawk, Inc.
Service Express, Inc.
Shared Technologies Inc.
Shure Incorporated
Sikich LLP
Skender Construction Company
Slalom Consulting
Slayton Search Partners, Inc.
Sonoma Partners LLC
State Bank of Countryside
Stout Risius Ross, Inc.
Sun Trading LLC
SurePayroll
TAC Transportation
The James Hotel
The Marketing Store
ThoughtWorks, Inc.
Thresholds Psychiatric Rehabilitation Centers
Time Out Chicago Magazine
Transwestern
Turner Construction Company
Two Degrees
Urban Innovations
Vapor Bus International
Verizon Wireless
VW Credit, Inc.
West Monroe Partners
Wine Sergi & Co, LLC
Zipcar Chicago
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:
Contact: Sue Voyles +1-734-667-2005
-- or -- Jennifer Kluge 1-866-321-1822 -- B
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SOURCE National Association for Business Resources
