Recipients were chosen based on standout scores for employee’s anonymous responses to specific survey statements.

Leadership: Wes Hunt, Homestar

Criteria: I have confidence in the leader of this company.

Comments: “It is my feeling that our leader is approachable, cares about each employee, and strives very hard to include everyone in Homestar’s rise to the top.”

Direction: Brasfield & Gorrie

Criteria: I believe this company is going in the right direction.

Comments: “Strong management focused on a clear plan for growth and development of our people.”

Communication: Panda Restaurant Group

Criteria: I feel well-informed about important decisions at this company.

Comments: “It has a successful system for people to make more money and create a better life.”

Training: Arrow Exterminators Inc.

Criteria: I get the formal training I want for my career.

Comments: “Technical training on real world pest issues. I have nearly 25 years in the industry and still learn things in almost every training meeting.”

READ MORE ABOUT TOP WORKPLACES:

Brasfield & Gorrie thrives on repeat business

The next four large companies

Supreme Lending leaders put people above profits

The next four midsize companies

Motivated, ambitious staff helps Crisp, Inc. grow

The next four small companies

Workers did more soul searching in 2021 than in the previous year

Special awards: top midsize workplaces

Special awards: top small workplaces