LAKE FOREST, IL — The National Association for Business Resources (NABR) has named Handtmann, a leading provider of mixing, emulsifying, portioning, filling and more bakery equipment solutions, as one of the “100 Best and Brightest” companies to work for in the nation.
The selected companies were assessed from employee surveys by an independent research firm, which reviewed key measures that contribute to “exceptional innovative human resource practices and setting high standards for all businesses.”
Some of the specific areas of evaluation included compensation, benefits, employee enrichment, employee engagement and retention, employee education, and development. In addition, the quality and clarity of communication, the strength and sharing of the company’s vision, and the diversity and inclusiveness of the organizations were also judged, especially as they contributed to community initiatives, work-life balance and the company’s strategic performance.
Tom Kittle, president of Handtmann, said the company was very pleased to be recognized by NABR and praised his dedicated team for their hard work.
“This honor really belongs to our close-knit team members who work for our customers every day – and many nights and weekends – from their locations throughout the country and here at Lake Forest,” Kittle said. “They bring our strategic vision to life with their commitment to customer success and unselfish support of each other. Those efforts make our business better, help create richer lives, and let us all participate in building better communities here at work and where we live.”
“This honor really belongs to our close-knit team members who work for our customers every day – and many nights and weekends - from their locations throughout the country and here at Lake Forest.” – Tom Kittle | president | Handtmann
The NABR has also identified numerous best human resource practices and provided benchmarking for companies that continue to be leaders in employment standards such as Handtmann.
“The Best and Brightest is a powerful community of elite leaders who share ideas and practices that prove they are employers of choice,” said Jennifer Kluge, president and CEO of the Best and Brightest Programs. “Best and Brightest winning companies have also been a voice for important actions in creating a sustainable culture that works, ensuring that the wellbeing of their employees comes first.”