For the 11th straight year, Southwest Michigan First has been selected as one of The Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® in West Michigan.
Winning companies are assessed by an independent research firm, which reviewed a number of key measures relative to other nationally recognized winners. Some of the categories applicants were scored on include Engagement and Retention, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and Community Initiatives.
“We’re honored to be recognized as one of the Best and Brightest for an 11th straight year. The passion and dedication our team has toward helping Southwest Michigan grow, be competitive, and change with the times is unlike any other,” said Jonas Peterson, CEO of Southwest Michigan First.
“These 2022 winning organizations have stood out during unpredictable times and have proven they are an employer of choice. They continue to keep the needs of their employees first and provide perks that include, development, wellbeing, work-life balance, rewards and recognition. In addition these winning companies offer a fantastic work culture and workplace environment that attracts and retains superior employees,” said Jennifer Kluge, President and CEO of the National Association for Business Resources (NABR) and The Best and Brightest Program.
With over 20 years of experience conducting the Best and Brightest competitions, NABR has identified numerous best Human Resource practices and provided benchmarking for companies that continue to be leaders in employment standards.
About the Best and Brightest Programs
The Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® competition identifies and honors organizations that display a commitment to excellence in operations and employee enrichment that lead to increased productivity and financial performance. This competition scores potential winners based on regional data of company performance and a set standard across the nation. This 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, including Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Detroit, Grand Rapids, Houston, Milwaukee, San Diego, San Francisco, Miami, New York, Charlotte, Denver, Nashville, Pacific Northwest and Nationally. Nominations are now being accepted for all programs. Visit thebestandbrightest.com to nominate your organization.
About Southwest Michigan First
Southwest Michigan First is an organization of privately funded economic development advisors who act as the catalyst for economic success in Southwest Michigan. Founded in 1999 with the mission that The Greatest Force for Change is a Job, our team members work across all industries throughout the seven counties of the Southwest Michigan region. Community-driven, Southwest Michigan First is dedicated to economic growth, government and education alignment, acceleration of its vibrant core communities, talent development, and communication of our region’s advantages.
