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Yahoo
14-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
LIGHTSTONE RECOGNIZED YEAR-OVER-YEAR AS A BEST PLACE TO WORK
Company Culture is the Foundational Building Block for the Award-Winning Firm NEW YORK, July 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lightstone is proving that real estate isn't just about buildings—it's about building people. Crain's New York Business most recently ranked Lightstone in the Top 40 on the publication's 2024 list of Best Places to Work in New York City. Its property management division, Beacon Management, was also recognized on a national level, ranking in the top 50 on Glassdoor's 2025 Best Places to Work: U.S. Small and Medium Business (SMB) list, with an impressive 4.3-star employee rating in the first quarter of 2025. "We don't see culture as a perk—it's our foundation," said Mitchell Hochberg, President of Lightstone. "These honors reflect the passion and purpose our team brings to the office every day, and to every building and project in the Lightstone portfolio. We are intentional in our efforts—it's about building something meaningful, together." Employees enjoy daily free meals, spontaneous social events, summer Fridays, and yes—even company-provided Fitbits to fuel a little friendly wellness competition. But the real investment is in people's growth. Lightstone offers mentorship programs, tuition reimbursement, leadership development, and certification support for team members at every level. Health and well-being are also a top priority at Lightstone. Employees get more than the usual benefits, with 24/7 nurse support, medical concierge services, fertility and mental health resources, gym reimbursements, CPR training, and more. "Our incredible staff are the reason we are recognized on these highly-acclaimed lists annually—because we're investing in our people," said Kara Morett, EVP of Human Resources. "We're not here to be average. We're here to be exceptional—together." This year's honors add to a growing list of industry and workplace recognitions Lightstone has received over the past few years, including Commercial Observer's Power 100, ALIS Development of the Year, and Conde Nast Traveler's Readers' Choice Awards. About Lightstone Lightstone, founded by David Lichtenstein, is one of the most diversified privately held real estate companies in the United States. Headquartered in New York City, Lightstone is active in 26 states across the country, developing, managing, and investing in all sectors of the real estate market, including residential, hospitality, commercial, and retail. With 210 existing properties, Lightstone's over $12 billion portfolio currently includes over 12 million square feet of industrial, life sciences, and commercial properties, over 30,000 residential units, and over 5,100 hotel keys. Lightstone's development portfolio includes over $3.5 billion currently under development in the residential and hospitality sectors spread across New York City, Los Angeles, and Miami. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Lightstone Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data
Times
11-07-2025
- Business
- Times
Best places to work in Ireland 2025 revealed
A fter finishing a science degree four years ago, Sarah Kenny joined the graduate programme of the fledgling but fast-growing Tipperary-based school meals provider the Lunch Bag. She was aiming to get some experience in nutrition but discovered her talents lay elsewhere. Now head of HR, the 26-year-old says: 'I got to go out on the road and get a feel for the culture and the impact that our company was having, and I realised that my biggest strength was with talking to people and trying to drive people to be their best.' The Lunch Bag, which has earned a place on our Sunday Times Ireland Best Places to Work 2025 list, started in just one school in 2019 and now has 750 staff providing hot lunches to 100,000 primary school children across Ireland.
Malay Mail
02-07-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
Central Europe Technologies recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Romania for 2025
BUCHAREST, ROMANIA Media OutReach Newswire - 2 July 2025 – Central Europe Technologies has been officially recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Romania for 2025. Central Europe Technologies is a Shared Service Center for BNP Paribas Group, providing IT, Operations and Risk expertise to BNP Paribas Personal Finance entities and beyond, reaching millions of users worldwide. This prestigious certification reflects the organization's unwavering commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace on the achievement,, CEO of Central Europe Technologies, said:"We are incredibly proud to receive the Best Places to Work certification. This is a significant milestone for Central Europe Technologies as it reflects our deep commitment to fostering a culture where employees feel engaged, valued, and empowered to grow. This recognition reinforces our position as an employer of choice and directly supports our commitment to delivering meaningful value and consistent excellence to our clients, because engaged teams deliver exceptional results.", HR Director at Central Europe Technologies, added:"At Central Europe Technologies, our greatest strength lies in our people: their passion, creativity, and drive are what shape our culture every day. Being named one of the Best Places to Work is more than a recognition—it's a celebration of the environment we've built together, where individuals are encouraged to grow, contribute meaningfully, and bring their whole selves to work. Our people are the foundation of our success, and we remain deeply committed to creating a workplace where they feel inspired and supported every step of the way."Thecertification is a highly sought-after achievement that recognizes organizations demonstrating excellence in employee experience and workplace culture. By earning this distinction, Central Europe Technologies reinforces its position as an employer of choice within the Romanian more information about Central Europe Technologies, please visit: For more information about the certification program, please visit Hashtag: #BestPlacesToWork The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
Zawya
02-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Central Europe Technologies recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Romania for 2025
BUCHAREST, ROMANIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 2 July 2025 – Central Europe Technologies has been officially recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Romania for 2025. Central Europe Technologies is a Shared Service Center for BNP Paribas Group, providing IT, Operations and Risk expertise to BNP Paribas Personal Finance entities and beyond, reaching millions of users worldwide. This prestigious certification reflects the organization's unwavering commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace environment. Commenting on the achievement, Brigitte Doguet, CEO of Central Europe Technologies, said: "We are incredibly proud to receive the Best Places to Work certification. This is a significant milestone for Central Europe Technologies as it reflects our deep commitment to fostering a culture where employees feel engaged, valued, and empowered to grow. This recognition reinforces our position as an employer of choice and directly supports our commitment to delivering meaningful value and consistent excellence to our clients, because engaged teams deliver exceptional results." Florenta Hamzu, HR Director at Central Europe Technologies, added: "At Central Europe Technologies, our greatest strength lies in our people: their passion, creativity, and drive are what shape our culture every day. Being named one of the Best Places to Work is more than a recognition—it's a celebration of the environment we've built together, where individuals are encouraged to grow, contribute meaningfully, and bring their whole selves to work. Our people are the foundation of our success, and we remain deeply committed to creating a workplace where they feel inspired and supported every step of the way." The Best Places to Work certification is a highly sought-after achievement that recognizes organizations demonstrating excellence in employee experience and workplace culture. By earning this distinction, Central Europe Technologies reinforces its position as an employer of choice within the Romanian market. For more information about Central Europe Technologies, please visit: For more information about the certification program, please visit LinkedIn: Twitter: Facebook: Hashtag: #BestPlacesToWork The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. Best Places to Work
Zawya
25-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Quill Communications certified as one of the Best Places to Work in the UAE
Dubai-UAE: Quill Communications, the integrated marketing and communications agency with a presence across the UAE, KSA, and Lebanon, has been officially certified as one of the Best Places to Work in the UAE for 2025. This prestigious certification comes as a result of an in-depth evaluation that included anonymous employee surveys and a comprehensive assessment of the agency's workplace practices, culture, and people development strategies. While Quill Communications is touted for delivering bold ideas and strategic storytelling across dynamic markets, its defining strength is its people culture—rooted in empathy, inclusion, and empowerment. The agency's approach to building a strong internal community includes regular team-building retreats, celebration of cultural moments, and structured coaching to support both personal and professional growth. Maan Bou Dargham, CEO, Quill Communications, said: 'We've always believed that Quill is more than just an agency. It's a culture, a family, and a collective of people who care. This recognition is a testament to the environment we've built together, through trust, openness, and ambition. It confirms that when you create space for people to be themselves, they're empowered to do their best work.' Lilian Al Kadi, HR Director, Quill MENA, added: 'The certification process gave us a valuable opportunity to reflect, listen, and grow. We see culture not as a benefit but as a business imperative. Embedding people-first thinking into our strategy has allowed us to create an environment where creativity flourishes and individuals are supported in their journey. This recognition strengthens our belief that investing in our people is the most important investment we can make.' As Quill celebrates this milestone, it does so with its eyes on the future—committed to creating a modern workplace where people feel seen, supported, and empowered to do their best work every day. About Quill Communications Quill Communications is an integrated marketing and communications agency known for its regional expertise and innovative approaches, with offices in the UAE, KSA, and Lebanon. With a strong belief that 'ordinary' is not an option, Quill specialises in transforming businesses across various sectors through strategies that engage audiences at every touchpoint. With expertise in social media management, digital marketing, public relations, event and experience management, strategic counsel, production and creative studio as well as brand and consumer research, Quill delivers tailored solutions that drive meaningful results for high-profile clients across GCC.
