Quest Diagnostics
Auburn Hills, Mich.
www.questdiagnostics.com
Their employees play a critical role in health care delivery and enable better health care choices by providing unsurpassed diagnostic insights to customers. Quest Diagnostics employees are dedicated to serving their customers, and their vision, mission and values guide everything that the employees do.
Red Level Networks
Novi, Mich.
www.redlevelnetworks.com
Red Level tries to make their office as comfortable as possible to keep staff both happy and productive. They have ergonomic chairs, “top of the line” software and equipment and a fully stocked kitchen. During the winter, the president will sometimes scrape the ice off employees’ cars or fill up their gas tank randomly as a sign of appreciation and it keeps morale high. Red Level makes it a point to provide employees with the right tools needed to do their jobs and provides employees a clear sense on what is expected of them. Managers have worked in various positions at one point in their careers and are understanding of employees’ jobs and projects. Employees sometimes have to work odd hours in order to serve Red Level customers, but management makes it a point to show appreciation and offers comp time or time off during the day to tend to family matters. They want to offer their employees a good work-life balance and remove any additional stress. “Deep down, people want to be valued and to have their efforts be meaningful. Providing continuous feedback on an employee’s performance is an area that will not change,” says David King, CEO of Red Level Networks.
REDICO LLC
Southfield, Mich.
www.redico.com
REDICO is a diversified, dynamic commercial real estate development, construction and property management leader.
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Rehmann
Troy, MI
www.rehmann.com
A CPA, business consulting and financial services firm.
RelWare
Farmington Hills, Mich.
www.relware.com
RelWare believes if their employees are engaged in the company then they will be happy employees who will want to stay and work hard for the company. With five different incentive programs, management recognizes employees on a daily, monthly and annual basis through recognition programs. Offering a relaxed setting also allows their employees to be more productive and creative. By giving employees the chance to work flex time they can balance their lives better, also giving them the opportunity to work when they feel more energetic. “The number one item that has not changed in regards to employees is employees want to be engaged in assignments that they believe contributes to the company’s bottom line,” says Alicia A. Brown, CEO and president of RelWare. A balanced life is necessary for an employee to be engaged and RelWare helps their employees find this balance.
RESOURCE
Troy, Mich.
www.smartworkforce.com
At RESOURCE, they realize that one thing that truly matters to employees and keeps them satisfied is a company that supports them and helps them reach a good work-life balance. “From our perspective, it means that the people within your organization can ask for help from their ‘work family’ when their own family is in need,” says Aaron Chernow, president of RESOURCE. It’s important to RESOURCE employees that their company understands that they have other responsibilities and do not have to worry about work when taking care of personal concerns. The company supports and encourages employees to continue their education and further their careers by learning new skills and knowledge. RESOURCE offers a reimbursement program that assists any employees going to school. They also want to keep their employees healthy. Twice or more a year, the company has health fairs to help employees to better understand the benefits offered to them, including medical, dental, vision and long and short term disability.
Seco Tools Inc.
Troy, Mich.
www.secotools.com
At Seco Tools, it is important for them to not only hire the right people with top industry talent, but to keep them. Consequently, they have developed numerous programs to reward employees for their work and to encourage new ideas. Some of these programs are the Talent Pool, Peer2Peer recognition, President’s Club, LIFE Awards and Wellness Challenges Awards. The executives at Seco Tools commit to being visible to their employees by attending more meetings, participating in committees and by simply eating in the employee lunch room. Another way they keep their work force engaged is through e-mails, newsletters and video messages that update them on the business and recognize employees’ accomplishments. Seco Tools has three values that shape their company’s culture – passion for their customers, family spirit and personal commitment. “At Seco, these aren’t just buzz-words they are the way we do business. We strive as individuals to uphold these ideals,” says Kurt Nordlund, president at Seco Tools.
Service Express, Inc.
Farmington Hills, Mich.
www.seiservice.com
Service Express treats every employee as an individual. They find out what each employee’s needs and goals are, and then create an environment with training and support to help them achieve their goals. This has resulted in low turnover for the company, high employee engagement, increased revenues and profit margins. At Service Express management likes to have each employee know what the vision is for the company and for them, and each quarter they communicate this to every employee. “Our philosophy is that if we surround ourselves with the right people, find out what their goals are and help them achieve their goals….those accomplishments will far exceed our company goals,” says Ron Alvesteffer, president of Service Express. A formal mentor program allows new hires to have someone dedicated to their development. The program matches a senior member with the newly hired so the person has someone besides their direct manager to assist them.
Shazaaam!/Buzzphoria
Novi, Mich.
www.shazaaam.com
Shazaaam!/Buzzphoria is committed to becoming the trendsetter in the development and implementation of results-driven marketing communications programs. Shazaaam!/Buzzphoria’s success is achieved through a constant desire to anticipate and fulfill evolving client needs while pushing the limits of excellence and delivering exemplary service beyond expectation. In addition, Shazaaam!/Buzzphoria is committed to creating jobs and employment opportunities in the Michigan region.
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Skanska
Southfield, Mich.
www.skanska.com
Skanska is one of the leading construction services providers in the industry and prides itself on being a safe, honest, and ethical company that is committed to its employees and provides clients with the best they have to offer.
Soil and Materials Engineers, Inc.
Plymouth, Mich.
www.sme-usa.com
Soil and Materials Engineers, Inc. (SME) supports clients at every stage of development and ownership; from site acquisition, design and construction, to maintenance, restoration and redevelopment. They are an employee-owned firm with a 46-year history of providing consulting in geosciences materials, and the environment. From land use and brown field redevelopment to green buildings and alternative energy sources, they are committed to helping their clients achieve a sustainable future. With 10 offices in Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio, they assist clients locally and across the world by providing practical solutions to the most challenging site and building related issues.
Stout Risius Ross, Inc.
Southfield, Mich.
www.srr.com
Stout Risius Ross wish to get ideas from their employees and want them to help advance the firm. The firm’s focus on reputation and core values promotes a positive work environment for their employees and clients. Employees are recognized and receive rewards based on individual, group and firm performance, which encourages leadership throughout the company. Management is committed to the development of all of their employees and to let them grow within the firm. “We are also committed to the professional development of our employees and to promoting from within to the greatest extent possible,” says Craige Stout, CEO and managing director. Stout Risius Ross incorporates their five core values in the company and shares them with employees. The five core values are positive team attitude, accountability, commitment, entrepreneurial and relationship focus.
Strategic Staffing Solutions
Detroit, Mich.
www.strategicstaff.com
President and CEO of Strategic Staffing Solutions, Cynthia J. Pasky says that they have a satisfied team because, “we instate innovative approaches throughout our company, which keeps us profitable and able to offer innovative employee benefits, work-life balance and recognitions.” One example of their innovative approaches is the “S3 Club,” which is offered to the entire work force and shows appreciation for their hard work. This club awards employees who have reached their annual goals with an all-expenses paid trip to Hawaii for five days. Employees are also recognized for their anniversaries with the company. Whether it is five, 10 or 15 years at Strategic Staffing Solutions, team members receive a gift in commemoration. The company looks at their employees as individuals. By providing a full workout facility with showers in Strategic Staffing Solution offices and a children’s play room, the company helps their employees find a healthy work-life balance. Spanning throughout the United States and with two locations in Europe, it is important for there to be constant communication with the whole team. With strong communication already put in place and a diverse company – including age – Strategic Staffing Solutions is prepared for any necessary knowledge transfer.