Nominations sought for area’s Top Workplaces

For the 8th year, The Sun invites employees to say what firms work best

Americans spend on average half of their waking lives at work, but how many are working for the weekend as opposed to being able to say this:

“The people I work with are awesome. We are all dedicated to doing the best we can and support each other to succeed. Everyone is a team player and goes out of their way to help others. We all want to make everyone be successful. My group is super nice, our boss is all around great, and it's a fun place to work. Everyone has a really great attitude and everyone really cares about the work we are doing.” Or this: “I feel as though I am a part of a place with job applicants and experience reduced employee turnover.

Anyone can suggest a company — employees, customers, executives. It doesn't matter whether the workplace is profit or nonprofit, privately owned or publicly held. Companies must employ at least 35 people to qualify.

Employees of nominated firms that choose to participate will be asked to respond to a short survey this summer by WorkplaceDynamics. The surveys will be used to rank the top companies. Winners will be announced at an event and featured in a special magazine in early December.

To nominate a company, go to baltimoresun.com/nominate or call 410-7799337.

Nominations are due July 13. Does your company have what it takes to make the list or even top it this year?