Two Charlesbank Portfolio Companies Named to Newsweek's 'America's Greatest Workplaces 2025'
"We're proud to see our portfolio companies recognized for creating workplaces where people feel supported, motivated and valued. Building a strong culture isn't just the right thing to do – it's a smart investment." -Brandon White, Charlesbank MD
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In another Newsweek recognition, Tecomet was again honored on the magazine's list of ' America's Greatest Workplaces for Mental Wellbeing, ' further demonstrating its dedication to employee wellness and creating environments where employees can thrive.
Brandon White, a Charlesbank Managing Director who serves on the boards of Action Behavior Centers and Tecomet, said, 'We're proud to see our portfolio companies recognized for creating workplaces where people feel supported, motivated and valued. Building a strong culture isn't just the right thing to do – it's a smart investment that drives performance, engagement and long-term success.'
Newsweek partners with Plant-A Insights Group to compile the annual rankings, soliciting input from more than 400,000 employees across the U.S., contributing over 4.9 million company reviews. For the Greatest Workplaces 2025 rankings, companies were evaluated across key pillars such as compensation, work-life balance, professional growth and integrity. The awarded companies demonstrated consistent excellence in building supportive, high-performing workplaces. For the Mental Wellbeing rankings, analysis included factors such as leadership, integrity, career advancement, corporate culture and work-life balance.
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