May 2008, Orlando FL: WELBRO Building Corporation for the 4th year in a row placed in the top 5 large companies for the “Best Places to Work” in Central Florida, sponsored by the Orlando Business Journal. In addition, for the 3 time WELBRO took the #1 spot for Best Places to Work in the Large Company Category.
Companies were evaluated by the surveys that were submitted electronically and anonymously. The results were analyzed and scored by assigning points to each question, and weighing them according to emphasis on:
- Creativity
- Flexibility
- Collegiality
Common themes among the top companies focused on:
- Work-life balance
- Respect and caring for employees
- Recognition of accomplishments
- Feeling empowered
- Good teamwork and team spirit
- Commitment to community spirit
“The best places to work are companies that don’t cut back on their commitment to employees, while asking them to work harder and smarter,” said OBJ publisher, Ann Sonntag. “These companies recognize employees are their best asset, instrumental in maintaining the quality and reputation for services and products. It’s a smart and winning business strategy.”
“We are proud to be recognized by our Associates and we appreciate all of their efforts that make WELBRO Building Corporation the company that it is”, stated Steve Davis, President/CEO of WELBRO. “We are very fortunate to have a group of very dedicated people that believe in the vision and mission of our company. This is truly their award”.
WELBRO Building Corporation has been building continuously in the Florida commercial construction market for over 29 years and is consistently ranked among the nation’s top contractors by Engineering News Record (ENR). WELBRO is a dominant force in the hotel/hospitality and education markets. Other major project types include office buildings, retail/commercial and special use facilities.