Best Companies to Work For in Colorado 2010: Small
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EffectiveUI
www.effectiveui.com
Founded: 2005
Location: Denver
CEO: Rebecca Flavin
2009 revenue: $15.8 million
Colorado workers: 77
IN A NUTSHELL: EffectiveUI specializes in the creation and implementation of custom Web, mobile, desktop and touch-enabled applications.
WHAT'S SPECIAL: The company has a kitchen stocked with snacks to help employees get through the day. Breakfast is also frequently provided, and the company brings in lunch for all employees every other week during a staff meeting. Pets are allowed to join the employees for their workdays. There is no dress code at the company, as employees are encouraged to dress how they wish.
VALUES: The company offers its employees a flexible schedule, and each employee is set up to work remotely from wherever he or she needs to work.
New to the list
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Administaff
www.administaff.com
Founded: 1986
Location: Kingwood, Texas
CEO: Paul J. Sarvadi
Colorado workers: 23
IN A NUTSHELL: Administaff serves as a full-service human resources department for thousands of small- and medium-sized businesses throughout the United States.
WHAT'S SPECIAL: Monthly company-wide meetings are held at the corporate headquarters, and a streaming video of the meeting is posted for those employees who missed the meeting or want to refer to it later. Every year, a fall campaign kickoff event is held at the corporate headquarters and at three of the service centers across the nation. All employees are flown in to attend this event.
VALUES: Administaff's brand campaign, "I Am the Brand ... Every Person Counts" highlights the value of each and every position and person within the company. The company's goal is to have a corporate culture that encourages a balance between family, work and community.
2009 ranking: No. 10
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Adperio
www.adperio.com
Founded: 1994
Location: Denver
CEO: David Asseoff
2009 revenue: $36.8 million
Colorado workers: 50
IN A NUTSHELL: Adperio is an interactive marketing and advertising agency based in Denver. The company has a global reach.
WHAT'S SPECIAL: The company created and participated in a 10-week team-building exercise. The Adperio Office Olympics began as a survey distributed to all employees, asking for feedback about favorite activities, games and willingness to participate. Goals for the Office Olympics included positive competition, "teamsmanship," creativity and making new friends.
VALUES: During company-wide meetings, service awards are handed out and an employee of the month is recognized. At the end of the meeting, all employees are given the opportunity to share good news about events both professional and personal.
New to the list
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Aztek Networks Inc.
www.azteknetworks.com
Founded: 1982
Location: Boulder
CEO: Steven M. Bruny
2009 revenue: $259,000
Colorado workers: 26
IN A NUTSHELL: Aztek Networks builds and supports switch consolidation and network migration solutions for telecommunication providers. The company's products help ensure public safety by maintaining local calling capabilities and access to emergency 911 services in the event of an accidental cut to network service lines or natural disaster.
WHAT'S SPECIAL: Azteck provides onsite showers and lockers. During monthly company meetings, lunch is provided and employees have the opportunity to mingle and hear updates from the CEO, as well as the sales, marketing, finance, engineering and other teams.
VALUES: Aztek embraces a liberal flex-time policy. Employees are responsible for managing their own schedules. Aztek empowers staff and encourages growth and exploration of new technology.
2009 ranking: No. 12
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Blizzard Internet
Marketing Inc.
www.blizzardinternet.com
Founded: 1997
Location: Glenwood Springs
CEO: Susan Blizzard
2009 revenue: $3.5 million
Colorado workers: 21
IN A NUTSHELL: Blizzard delivers a blend of Internet marketing services to the hospitality industry.
WHAT'S SPECIAL: The company offers a pet-friendly work environment. All dogs know exactly where the doggie treat bowl is! Employees enjoy a casual office environment.
VALUES: The company's standard of behavior is determined by core values, such as fairness, teamwork, good communication skills, accountability and a good balance between work and personal life. The company's philosophy is that work should not have a negative impact on an employee's personal or family life.
Not a finalist in 2009.
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SOS Staffing Services Inc.
www.sosstaffing.com
Founded: 1973
Location: Salt Lake City
CEO: JoAnn W. Wagner
Colorado workers: 64
IN A NUTSHELL: SOS Staffing provides for clients' hiring needs, offering a comprehensive line of personnel solutions, including temporary, temporary-to-hire, and direct hire options.
WHAT'S SPECIAL: The annual Blueprint for Wellness program is available to all employees and their spouses. This screening includes a complete blood count, diabetes and cholesterol screenings, and more.
VALUES: An education assistance program reimburses employees 75 percent for courses and 100 percent for books, based on successful completion. Company-sponsored workshops and training seminars are paid by the company.
Did not participate in 2009. No. 14 in 2008 in small to
medium category.
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Crestone Capital Advisors LLC
www.crestonecap.com
Founded: 2001
Location: Boulder
CEO: Eric Kramer
Colorado workers: 32
IN A NUTSHELL: Crestone Capital Advisors is a wealth management firm for high net-worth entrepreneurs, their families and their foundations.
WHAT'S SPECIAL: Associates at the company participate in an intensive communication and public speaking seminar through an executive trainer.
VALUES: Many executives have found inspiration in being able to escape the typical office setting and prepare speeches, iron out the wrinkles and carry out high-level, strategic business discussions.
Did not participate in 2009. No. 18 in 2008 in small to medium category.
Lisa Ryckman is the online editor at cobizmag.com.
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