Title Source Inc. Receives Award at Detroit Free Press''Top Places to Work' Breakfast

TROY, Mich., Nov. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Title Source Inc., one of the nation's largest independent title agencies, has been named one of the "Top Places to Work" in Detroit by the Detroit Free Press. Title Source, with more than 300 employees, ranked No. 8 in the survey among medium-sized companies (150-449 employees).

The 2009 Detroit Free Press "Top Workplaces" were chosen based on an employee survey conducted by Workplace Dynamics of Exton, Pa. The survey drew more than 32,000 responses from more than 173 companies throughout Southeast Michigan. The "top" companies were recognized at an awards breakfast at Laurel Manor in Livonia, Mich., on Oct. 28.

"We take great pride in our daily achievements and it's a privilege to be recognized as one of the very best. This award is truly a mark of our success and we are honored to be in the company of other businesses that are committed to excellence in the work place," said Title Source President and CEO Jeff Eisenshtadt. "One of our strengths is our culture, which reflects an 'Every Client, Every Time, No Exceptions, No Excuses' attitude that extends from our external clients to our internal team members as well."

Survey respondents rated their organizations' performance according to 23 distinct statements, such as "This organization demonstrates its values to employees during difficult times." Each company was placed into one of three size bands: up to 149 employees, 150-499 employees, and more than 500 workers, and ranked.

Title Source is committed to a well-rounded environment that fosters ongoing development and training, and rewards innovation, teamwork and community involvement.

"The people of Title Source are really the secret behind our success. They are a great testament to what happens when you encourage and reward innovation and good client service," said Title Source Chief Operating Officer Brian Hughes. "Our 300 team members continuously study our business, finding ways to streamline and improve the client experience. It is that singular focus that not only makes Title Source one of the best places to work, but also the best title company in the industry."

In 2008 alone, Title Source facilitated more than 200,000 residential real estate appraisals, produced 150,000 title searches and conducted approximately 100,000 real estate and finance closings.

Title Source has more than 30 years of experience providing settlement services nationwide, and is a recognized choice for title insurance, property valuations and closing services. The company is the largest title insurance and settlement service provider in Michigan and one of the largest nationwide. Title Source has offices in Michigan, California, Texas and South Carolina. To read more about Title Source and its award-winning culture, visit www.TitleSourceInc.com.