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Yahoo
26-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Certus Earns Great Place To Work® Certification for Third Consecutive Year
Recognition based on employee feedback highlights a strong culture of autonomy, trust and inclusion ORLANDO, Fla., June 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Certus, a leading provider of digital training and certification solutions, is proud to announce that it has been Certified™ by Great Place To Work® for the third consecutive year. This prestigious recognition is based entirely on feedback from current employees about their experience working at Certus. According to the 2025 Great Place To Work® Trust Index™ survey, 83% of Certus employees stated that the company is a great place to work – compared to the 57% average for typical U.S.-based companies. The survey reflects strong ratings in key areas such as autonomy, flexibility and support – hallmarks of Certus' people-first culture. Notably, 94% of employees said they are able to take time off from work when necessary, and 92% agreed that people at Certus care about each other. "Being certified as a Great Place To Work® for the third year in a row is more than just an honor – it's a reflection of the culture we've built together, and a signal that we're moving in the right direction," said John Comly, CEO of Certus. "Workplaces don't improve by chance. They get better by embracing a shared vision and sense of ownership, sharing and listening to diverse perspectives and having a willingness to evolve. Each year, we treat the survey feedback as an opportunity to learn and then make changes that reflect what our colleagues say they need. It's not perfect, and it's never finished – but it's progress, and we're committed to that. Congrats to the team on this well-deserved recognition." Employee feedback emphasized a sense of engagement and trust across the organization. One employee shared anonymously: "Certus is amazing. New hires take a DISC assessment to understand unique personalities and working styles... Leadership is open, honest and approachable. We have monthly All Hands Calls where the CEO answers employee questions… Praise is frequent and constructive. Personally, I feel very seen and like I have a voice. I love the company and everything it stands for." Survey results are collected and reported by an independent third-party provider to ensure confidentiality. To become Great Place To Work® certified, Certus meets strict survey criteria, including a minimum response rate and threshold scores that represent feedback from the company's broad population. "Great Place To Work Certification is a highly coveted achievement that requires consistent and intentional dedication to the overall employee experience," says Sarah Lewis-Kulin, the Vice President of Global Recognition at Great Place To Work. She emphasizes that Certification is the sole official recognition earned by the real-time feedback of employees regarding their company culture. "By successfully earning this recognition, it is evident that Certus stands out as one of the top companies to work for, providing a great workplace environment for its employees." To learn more about Certus' Great Place To Work® Certification and employee experience, visit: About CertusCertus is a leading provider of professional training and certification solutions, serving over 3.4 million learners annually. With a comprehensive suite of content, simulations and compliance offerings, Certus supports lifelong learners at every level, from trusted industry brands to individuals seeking to enter, sustain or advance their careers. Its best-in-class technology platform and extensive portfolio of brands empower learners to unleash potential and achieve new possibilities. Learn more at About Great Place to Work Certification™Great Place To Work® Certification™ is the most definitive "employer-of-choice" recognition that companies aspire to achieve. It is the only recognition based entirely on what employees report about their workplace experience – specifically, how consistently they experience a high-trust workplace. Great Place to Work Certification is recognized worldwide by employees and employers alike and is the global benchmark for identifying and recognizing outstanding employee experience. Every year, more than 10,000 companies across 60 countries apply to get Great Place To Work-Certified. About Great Place To Work®As the global authority on workplace culture, Great Place To Work® brings 30 years of groundbreaking research and data to help every place become a great place to work for all. Their proprietary platform and For All™ Model helps companies evaluate the experience of every employee, with exemplary workplaces becoming Great Place To Work Certified™ or receiving recognition on a coveted Best Workplaces™ List. Learn more at and follow Great Place To Work on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Contact:Jordan McKnightDirector of Corporate View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Certus Holdco, Inc
Yahoo
23-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Plymouth Rock Named a 2025 Top Workplace in New Jersey
WOOLBRIDGE, N.J., June 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Plymouth Rock Assurance, a leading auto and home insurance provider in the Northeast, has been recognized as a 2025 Top Workplace in New Jersey by NJ Advance Media. This list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party workplace survey administered by Energage. Plymouth Rock is one of only 18 companies with 500+ employees in New Jersey which made this year's list. Organizations named a 2025 New Jersey Top Workplace were selected based on their employees' confidential survey responses that focus on core areas of a company's workplace culture, such as appreciation, direction, values, innovation, and leadership. 'Being named a Top Workplace in New Jersey is an exciting honor,' said Greg Kalinsky, President and Chief Executive Officer of Plymouth Rock Management Company of New Jersey. 'We strive to deliver excellence to our customers, and this recognition reinforces the vital role our people play—working together every day to provide exceptional service. Simply put, it's our great people who make Plymouth Rock a top place to work.' More than 40 years ago, Plymouth Rock Assurance was founded on the vision to set a higher standard for customer service and to be more than just an insurance company for its customers, agents and employees. Since then, Plymouth Rock has grown to be one of the leading insurance carriers in the Northeast, operating in Connecticut, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania. To learn more about Plymouth Rock or to find out how to join the Plymouth Rock Team, please visit: About Plymouth RockPlymouth Rock was established to offer its customers a higher level of service and a more innovative set of products and features than they would expect from an insurance company. Plymouth Rock's innovative approach puts customers' convenience and satisfaction first, giving them the choice to do business the way they want—online, with a mobile app, by phone, or by contacting their Plymouth Rock agent. Customers can chat, text, or email to get answers quickly and easily. Plymouth Rock Assurance® and Plymouth Rock® are brand names and service marks used by separate underwriting, managed insurance, and management companies that offer property and casualty insurance in multiple states. Taken together, the companies write and manage more than $2.3 billion in auto and home insurance premiums across Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. Each underwriting and managed insurance company is a separate legal entity that is financially responsible only for its own insurance products. You can learn more about us by visiting Media Contact:Kevin LongPlymouth Rockmediarelations@ in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
19-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
THE WASHINGTON POST NAMES THUNDERCAT TECHNOLOGY A 2025 TOP WASHINGTON-AREA WORKPLACE
RESTON, Va., June 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- ThunderCat Technology has been named one of The Washington Post's 2025 Top Workplaces in the Washington, D.C. area. Selection is based solely on employee feedback gathered through an anonymous third-party survey administered by research partner Energage, LLC, which measured several aspects of workplace culture, including alignment, execution, and connection. This year's honorees include technology companies, real estate firms and financial service providers among them. This is ThunderCat's 9th consecutive year on the list. "For 12 years, The Washington Post's Top Workplaces list has served as an essential resource for D.C.-area professionals, equipping them with unparalleled insight into the best local companies to work for, as heard directly from their employees," said Bronwen Latimer, the editor for Special Initiatives at the Washington Post. "This year we have highlighted 250 companies who are making a difference in business and in our communities." "Top Workplaces are only tops because people trust, respect, and want to work with their teammates. Here at ThunderCat we take pride in hiring incredible people who buy into our desire to be excellent partners, expert advisors to our customers, and genuine friends with one another. We ensure folks feel valued, supported, acknowledged for their efforts, and rewarded for their performance. A culture isn't defined by HR, the CEO or even the managers and leaders of the company. Leaders can set goals and provide challenges and certainly help set the tone, but to have a truly fun and exciting place to work – it is the combination of everyone, every single person, and the little things we each do each day to build strong bonds." said Tom Deierlein, CEO of ThunderCat Technology. The Washington Post hosted an awards ceremony on Wednesday, June 18 to recognize the top-ranked companies. For more about The Washington Post's Top Workplaces and to see the full list of this year's honorees, visit About ThunderCat TechnologyCurrently ranked #48 on the Solution Provider 500, the award winning ThunderCat Technology is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that delivers technology products and services to government organizations, educational institutions, and commercial companies. Led by a combat-wounded CEO, ThunderCat is a systems integrator that brings an innovative approach to solving customer problems in and around the datacenter by providing strategies for Data Storage, Networking, Cyber Security, and Cloud Transformations. A proven leader, ThunderCat Technology provides and optimizes technologies from best of breed manufacturers. Clients include DOD, DHS, VA, Treasury, FBI, State of Virginia, State of NY, Sony, VISA, and CareFirst. About The Washington PostThe Washington Post is an award-winning media publisher dedicated to holding truth to power through impactful and consequential journalism. With the mission to connect, inform and enlighten, its trustworthy reporting, in-depth analysis and engaging opinions are consumed daily by millions of readers around the world. About EnergageMaking the world a better place to work together.™Energage is an HR technology company committed to building and promoting award-winning, people-first cultures. As the research firm powering the Top Workplaces employer recognition program, Energage leverages employee survey insights to identify and celebrate exceptional organizations at regional, national, and industry levels. Our all-in-one platform equips companies to attract top talent, unlock potential, and keep employees engaged — driving culture, growth, and performance. Learn more at and View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE ThunderCat Technology
South China Morning Post
12-06-2025
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Jack Ma replies to Alibaba employee's letter lamenting ‘big company disease'
Jack Ma, founder of Alibaba Group Holding, responded to the resignation letter of a long-term employee on Tuesday, a rare move for the tech veteran who stepped back from all corporate roles in 2019. In a response published on Alibaba's internal website, Ma addressed the concerns raised by a 15-year employee, who criticised the 'big company disease' afflicting the Chinese e-commerce giant in an extensive internal letter. The employee, a product development leader on the team responsible for enterprise collaboration tool DingTalk, reflected fondly on his early years at Alibaba and praised the company's core values, but sharply critiqued what he saw as various internal issues. They included unsuccessful acquisitions, unclear strategies, undesirable hiring practices, as well as unfair performance assessments and promotion mechanisms. Still, the letter, posted on Monday, concluded on an optimistic note: 'Artificial intelligence is coming, embrace this era … After spending 15 years with you, I hope you thrive for centuries. Alibaba, stay strong!' Expressing gratitude for the employee's feedback, Ma wrote on Tuesday: 'Just as a person grows, Alibaba's development inevitably involves many paths and processes. The company is undergoing changes, and I wish you the best. I hope you visit us often.' Jack Ma, founder of Alibaba, visits the company's campus in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, on May 9, 2025. Photo: Handout The original letter and Ma's response have sparked widespread discussion in China's tech circles. Alibaba, owner of the South China Morning Post, did not respond to a request for comment on Wednesday.
