Our annual Top Workplaces report spotlights what companies are doing to recruit and retain the best employees while also cultivating loyalty.
Strong leadership, a culture of collaboration and communication, and a commitment to helping employees advance in their careers are fundamental strengths that the companies in our report share. Some go a little further by offering generous perks, including free massages, education reimbursements and access to company-owned vacation condos.
Explore the full list of Chicago-area winners
These are the best small, midsize and large Chicagoland workplaces, according to rankings released by Energage on behalf of the Chicago Tribune.
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Famous for its pizza, employees say family values and teamwork are what really sets Lou Malnati’s apart
Considered by many to be the oldest name in Chicago pizza, Lou Malnati’s is a 50-year-old family-owned company famous for its legendary deep-dish pizza. But executives and employees say it’s the culture, people and commitment to excellence that really sets the company apart.
At DVL Express, a well-maintained fleet and opportunities for employee advancement are key to success
Fed up with bad working conditions and propelled by a desire to create a positive industry example, Oleksandr “Alex” Dovgal launched freight transportation trucking company DVL Express 11 years ago.
At Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago, workplace culture starts at the top
For Christmas, Diane Glass, CEO of residential real estate brokerage company Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago, writes brief notes and hand-signs holiday cards she sends to employees and agents — roughly 1,400 of them. At monthly meetings with staff and agents, company updates are shared as are announcements about new engagements, babies and pets.
Insurance consultant Captive Resources encourages open, transparent culture
When Captive Resources was created over 35 years ago, the company’s founders set out to answer a simple question: How could they reimagine commercial insurance to benefit insureds rather than insurers?
At Magid Glove and Safety, an intentional approach to workplace culture attracts top talent
The manufacturer of personal protective equipment ranks 47th among mid-size companies on the Tribune’s list of Top Workplaces.
How the winners were selected
Our annual Top Workplaces report spotlights what companies are doing to recruit and retain the best employees while also cultivating loyalty.
