Baker College announces its recognition as one of the 2024 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® in West Michigan. This accolade highlights Baker College’s commitment to innovative business practices, exemplary human resource strategies, and employee engagement execution. All awardees are featured in the April edition of Crain’s Grand Rapids Business magazine.
With more than 25 years of experience conducting the Best and Brightest competitions, the National Association for Business Resources (NABR) has identified numerous best Human Resource practices and provided benchmarking for companies that continue to be leaders in employment standards. The winning companies were assessed by an independent research firm, which reviewed several key measures relative to other nationally recognized winners. The categories applicants were scored on included: Compensation, Benefits and Employee Solutions; Creative Wellness, Employee Enrichment, Engagement and Retention; Education and Development; Recruitment and Selection; Achievement and Recognition; Work-Life Blend; Community Initiatives and Corporate Responsibility; and Leadership, Strategy and Company Performance.
“Baker College is committed to creating a positive work environment for employees to boost morale, satisfaction, and retention. It’s an honor to be recognized for our efforts in providing the best possible experience for our employees and students,” said Dana Clark, Baker College Chief Human Resources Officer. “This award enhances our employer brand and overall reputation within the higher education industry, showcasing our commitment to excellence in academics and workplace culture to applicants and potential students.”
The Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® is a program of the National Association for Business Resources, is presented annually in several markets: Atlanta, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas/Fort Worth, Denver, Detroit, Houston, Miami, Milwaukee, Nashville, New England, New York, Northern California, Pacific Northwest, Southern California, West Michigan and Nationally. Nominations are now being accepted for all programs.
Baker College is an independent, private, non-profit institution that grants associate, bachelor, master, and doctoral degrees on campuses across Michigan and online. Founded in 1911, the institution’s mission is to provide an inclusive, innovative, and transformative educational experience, driven by a student-first philosophy. Learn more at baker.edu and follow on X, Meta, and Instagram.