APR. 20, 2020 – BOSTON – The Boston Business Journal has named LABUR, a holistic workforce solution provider that specializes in digital transformation through advisory services, niche staff augmentation and executive search, to its exclusive 2020 Fast 50 list, which represents the 50 fastest-growing private companies in Massachusetts.
“At a time when positive business news is hard to come by, the privately held companies included among this year's Fast 50 have something to celebrate indeed,” said Carolyn M. Jones, market president and publisher of the Boston Business Journal. “The COVID-19 crisis has changed the way we work and live; and like many others, we have reimagined our event and content to ensure the health and safety of all. Our celebration, originally scheduled to be held on May 20, is now expected to be held in November.”
A Fast 50 special section in the BBJ will run in the May 22 print edition and online. A second publication, complete with rankings by revenue, will be published in conjunction with the Fast 50 event at the Aloft Hotel Seaport in South Boston, where the BBJ plans to announce the actual rankings.
Companies on the Fast 50 must have their headquarters in Massachusetts and have reported revenue growth from 2018 to 2019, with minimum sales totaling $1 million for 2019, to be included. The numbers were compiled and analyzed by the Business Journal’s research department and by the media company’s Fast 50 partner, Withum.
“This recognition is a testament to the entire LABUR team and network. We are a resilient, specialized group of individuals all committed to quality and service – no matter the market conditions,” said Darrin Lang, CEO of LABUR. “As a company, we got our start in the 2007-2008 recession, so we are no stranger to adversity and hard work. I have faith that, like the rest of the Boston business community, we will be stronger because of our experiences and the challenges we are facing today.”
For the complete list of 2020 Fast 50 companies, visit the BBJ’s website here.
About LABUR
LABUR is a holistic workforce solutions provider that specializes in digital transformation through advisory services, niche staff augmentation and executive search. Through one body of work and relationship at a time, LABUR has proven to be the partner of choice to today’s top technologists and Fortune 500 firms, helping to solve complex enterprise-wide challenges through vision, execution and strategy. Proudly, LABUR’s level of care, attention and expertise has been acknowledged by several listings and awards, including Inc. magazine’s Inc. 5000 list, Boston Business Journal’s “Pacesetters” list, and Staffing Industry Analysts’ “Best Staffing Firm to Temp For” and “Best Staffing Firm to Work For” lists. To learn more, go to www.LABUR.com.
Media Contact:
Jack Lawhorn
jlawhorn@labur.com
(617) 553-4541 ext. 2516
MAR. 23, 2020 – BOSTON – Staffing Industry Analysts, the global advisor on staffing and workforce solutions, announced LABUR as a 2020 Best Staffing Firm to Temp For winner.
The award, which is given annually by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA), recognizes employers for their top performance in the support and opportunity they provide to their consultants.
“With their strong commitment to employee engagement and building a high-performance culture, the companies on this year’s Best Staffing Firms list are setting the bar high. From newer and niche players to veteran businesses, from traditional offerings to innovation in action, from local organizations to entities with global reach, these firms are demonstrating that a highly engaged workforce is one of the few sustainable sources of competitive advantage in staffing,” said Barry Asin, SIA President. “Congratulations to the winners for this important recognition.”
This is the third year in a row LABUR has been named a Best Staffing Firm to Temp For winner.
“The relationships we have with our internal staff, consultants and clients are at the heart of everything we do. To us, there is no greater award than one that acknowledges those relationships,” said Darrin Lang, CEO and co-founder of LABUR. “The expertise, emotional intelligence and passion our consultants bring to their work is what makes what we do possible. We will continue to work hard to engage, retain and to delight them as one of our key audiences and stakeholders.”
Over 250 firms sought participation in the program this year, which was conducted by SIA in conjunction with Quantum Workplace.
In order to gather statistically sound results, participating companies must have reached a minimum level of consultant participation, based on their total number of those who temp for the organization. Companies were ranked in size categories according to their overall score. Winners were chosen based entirely on the survey results.
About LABUR
LABUR is a holistic workforce solutions provider that specializes in digital transformation through advisory services, niche staff augmentation and executive search. Through one body of work and relationship at a time, LABUR has proven to be the partner of choice to today’s top technologists and Fortune 500 firms, helping to solve complex enterprise-wide challenges through vision, execution and strategy. Proudly, LABUR’s level of care, attention and expertise has been acknowledged by several listings and awards, including Inc. magazine’s Inc. 5000 list, Boston Business Journal’s “Pacesetters” list, and Staffing Industry Analysts’ “Best Staffing Firm to Temp For” and “Best Staffing Firm to Work For” lists. To learn more, go to www.LABUR.com.
Media Contact:
Jack Lawhorn
jlawhorn@labur.com
(617) 553-4541 ext. 2516
FEB. 12, 2020 – BOSTON – LABUR, a holistic workforce solution provider that specializes in digital transformation through advisory services, niche staff augmentation and executive search, has been recognized as one of the nation’s 2019 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® by the National Association for Business Resources (NABR).
Of the 5,000 nominations from across the country, the Best and Brightest Program honored 540 national winning organizations this year.
“With the war on talent hitting the door steps of the Best and Brightest, this achievement means even more than it did a year ago. As we continue to raise the bar, these companies rise to the challenge through cultural innovation, maximizing their workforce potential,” said Jennifer Kluge, President and CEO, Best and Brightest Programs.
The 2019 national winning companies were assessed by an independent research firm which reviewed a number of key measures, including compensation, benefits, employee engagement and retention, employee education and development, orientation, and employee achievement and recognition, to name a few.
“People are every organization’s greatest asset and prioritizing their wants and needs as a key stakeholder is imperative,” said Darrin Lang, CEO and co-founder of LABUR. “We continue to take an active stance in assessing what internal programs we need in place to stay motivated, competitive and inspired, and to have those efforts recognized nationally as a Best and Brightest Company to Work For is humbling. Invest in people and they will invest in you.”
The Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® is a national program with awards recognizing top employers in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Detroit, Grand Rapids, Houston, Milwaukee, San Diego and San Francisco. In 2019, LABUR was named one of Boston’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For®.
About LABUR
LABUR is a performance-driven IT advisory services and strategy delivery firm headquartered in Boston. Founded in 2008, LABUR was established to be a trusted advisor to senior leaders in need of consultative IT services and solutions, niche staff augmentation and executive search. Through one body of work and relationship at a time, LABUR has proven to be the partner of choice to today’s top technologists and Fortune 500 firms, helping to solve complex enterprise-wide challenges through vision, execution and strategy. Proudly, LABUR’s level of care, attention and expertise has been acknowledged by several listings and awards, including Inc. magazine’s Inc. 5000 list, Boston Business Journal’s “Pacesetters” list, and Staffing Industry Analysts’ “Best Staffing Firm to Temp For” and “Best Staffing Firm to Work For” lists. To learn more, go to www.LABUR.com.
Media Contact:
Jack Lawhorn
jlawhorn@labur.com
(617) 553-4541 ext. 2516
September 23, 2019 – BOSTON – LABUR, a holistic workforce solution provider that specializes in digital transformation through advisory services, niche staff augmentation and executive search, has been recognized as one of Boston’s 2019 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® by the National Association for Business Resources (NABR).
In addition to feedback gathered through employee questionnaires, this year’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For were evaluated by an independent research firm. Areas of measurement included compensation, benefits, engagement and retention, employee education and development, diversity and inclusion, work-life balance, community initiatives, and strategic company performance. LABUR ranked exceptionally high in recruitment, selection and orientation, employee achievement and recognition, and for community initiatives.
“Employee satisfaction will always be the ultimate source of measurement of our success,” said Darrin Lang, CEO, LABUR. “As a company, we are motivated by the ability to influence the success of others and we share the common values to ‘be of service,’ ‘put people first,’ and ‘take responsibility.’ I’m thrilled to have the commitment of the team and our efforts to be an employer of choice recognized.”
Other winners on the 2019 list of Best and Brightest Companies to Work For represent a variety of industries, including healthcare, financial services, and food and beverage. By leveraging innovative strategies and best practices, including creative compensation programs and effectively communicating shared vision and goals, these companies have optimized their employee relations programs and results.
“Profitability and stability is essential for businesses in today’s economic climate. Companies that recognize that their employees are the key to their success achieve staying power. Our 2019 winners create their human resource standards to ensure employee satisfaction and they set standards for every business to aspire toward,” said Jennifer Kluge, President and CEO, NABR. “We are proud to honor this year’s winners.”
The Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® is a national program with awards recognizing top employers in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Detroit, Grand Rapids, Houston, Milwaukee, San Diego and San Francisco. Go to www.thebestandbrightest.com for more information.
About LABUR
LABUR is a performance-driven IT advisory services and strategy delivery firm headquartered in Boston. Founded in 2008, LABUR was established to be a trusted advisor to senior leaders in need of consultative IT services and solutions, niche staff augmentation and executive search. Through one body of work and relationship at a time, LABUR has proven to be the partner of choice to today’s top technologists and Fortune 500 firms, helping to solve complex enterprise-wide challenges through vision, execution and strategy. Proudly, LABUR’s level of care, attention and expertise has been acknowledged by several listings and awards, including Inc. magazine’s Inc. 5000 list, Boston Business Journal’s “Pacesetters” list, and Staffing Industry Analysts’ “Best Staffing Firm to Temp For” and “Best Staffing Firm to Work For” lists. To learn more, go to www.LABUR.com.
Media Contact:
Jack Lawhorn
jlawhorn@labur.com
(617) 553-4541 ext. 2516
May 16, 2019 – BOSTON – LABUR has been named one of Inc. magazine’s Best Workplaces for 2019 for having one of the highest-scoring businesses with standout employee engagement.
Hitting newsstands May 28 in the June 2019 issue, and as part of a prominent Inc.com feature, the list is the result of a wide-ranging and comprehensive measurement of private American companies that have created exceptional workplaces through vibrant cultures, deep employee engagement, and stellar benefits. Collecting data on nearly 2,000 submissions, Inc. singled out 346 finalists.
Each nominated company took part in an employee survey, conducted by Omaha’s Quantum Workplace, on topics including trust, management effectiveness, perks, and confidence in the future. Inc. gathered, analyzed, and audited the data. They then ranked all of the employers using a composite score of survey results. This year, 74.2 percent of surveyed employees were engaged by their work—besting last year’s 72.1 percent.
“We have worked diligently and purposefully over the last 10-plus-years to create a workplace that we believe to be highly genuine, and yet based on very simple principles – work hard and treat people right,” said Seth Burr, COO and co-founder of LABUR. “It’s a huge honor to have our workplace recognized for being one of the best and to be named to such a prestigious list.”
All participating companies had to have a minimum of 10 employees, be based in the U.S., and be privately held and independent—that is, not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies.
Distinct themes of the finalists, as observed by Inc. and Quantum, include:
- 99 percent provide health insurance—and some cover the cost.
- 49 percent allow employees to bring pets to work.
- 65 percent take employees to offsite retreats to relax and recharge.
- 16 percent offer paid sabbaticals to reward length of service.
Inc. and Quantum also observed that the strongest engagement scores came from companies that prioritize the most human elements of work, including employee recognition, performance management, and diversity.
"With today's tight labor market, building a great corporate culture is more important than ever,” says Inc. Editor in Chief James Ledbetter. “The companies on Inc.'s Best Workplaces list are setting an example that the whole country can learn from.”
The complete list of Inc. Best Workplaces 2019 can be viewed here.
About LABUR: LABUR is a performance-driven IT advisory services and strategy delivery firm headquartered in Boston. Founded in 2008, LABUR was established to be a trusted advisor to senior leaders in need of consultative IT services and solutions, niche staff augmentation and executive search. Through one body of work and relationship at a time, LABUR has proven to be the partner of choice to today’s top technologists and Fortune 500 firms, helping to solve complex enterprise-wide challenges through vision, execution and strategy. Proudly, LABUR’s level of care, attention and expertise has been acknowledged by several listings and awards, including: Inc. magazine’s Inc. 5000 list, Boston Business Journal’s “Pacesetters” list, and Staffing Industry Analysts’ “Best Staffing Firm to Temp For” and “Best Staffing Firm to Work For” lists, to name a few. To learn more, go to LABUR.com.
About Inc. Media: Founded in 1979 and acquired in 2005 by Mansueto Ventures, Inc. is the only major brand dedicated exclusively to owners and managers of growing private companies, with the aim to deliver real solutions for today's innovative company builders. Winner of Advertising Age’s “A-List” in January 2015, and a National Magazine Award for General Excellence in both 2014 and 2012, Inc. has a monthly audience reach that’s grown from two million in 2010 to more than 20 million today. For more information, visit Inc.com.
About Quantum Workplace: Quantum Workplace is an HR technology company that serves organizations through employee engagement surveys, action-planning tools, exit surveys, peer-to-peer recognition, performance evaluations, goal tracking, and leadership assessment. For more information, visit QuantumWorkplace.com.
Media Contact:
Jack Lawhorn
jlawhorn@labur.com
(617) 553-4541 ext. 2516
May 2, 2019 – BOSTON – LABUR Associate and Business Analyst Ryan Soucy was named the winner of a Bronze Stevie® Award in the Technical Professional of the Year category in The 17th Annual American Business Awards® today.
Soucy, who manages all analytics supporting the sales and recruiting teams at LABUR, also uses his business analysis skills and aptitude for technology to help report on critical company financials. His support throughout 2018 led to unprecedented reporting capabilities and paved the way for sales and recruiting growth across the firm. This year, LABUR was named North America’s “Best Staffing Firm to Temp For” by Staffing Industry Analysts.
“Ryan embodies LABUR’s definition of the consummate professional. There’s nothing that’s not in his job description, and he’s always willing to go above and beyond for the people around him,” said Seth Burr, COO and co-founder of LABUR. “Ryan’s exceptional technology and business aptitude makes him a critical component to the LABUR back office but also to the functionality of the sales and recruiting teams. He is, without a doubt, our Technical Professional of the Year.”
More than 3,800 nominations from organizations of all sizes and in virtually every industry were submitted this year for consideration in a wide range of categories, including Startup of the Year, Executive of the Year, Best New Product or Service of the Year, Marketing Campaign of the Year, Live Event of the Year, and App of the Year, among others.
More than 200 professionals worldwide participated in the judging process to select this year’s Stevie Award winners.
“The nominations submitted to The 2019 American Business Awards were outstanding. They illustrate the continued vibrancy of innovation and high level of achievement across the American economic landscape,” said Michael Gallagher, president and founder of the Stevie Awards.
Nicknamed the Stevies for the Greek word meaning “crowned,” the awards will be presented to winners at a gala ceremony at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York on Tuesday, June 11. Tickets are now on sale.
Details about The American Business Awards and the list of 2019 Stevie winners are available at www.StevieAwards.com/ABA.
About LABUR
LABUR is a performance-driven IT advisory services and strategy delivery firm headquartered in Boston.
Founded in 2008, LABUR was established to be a trusted advisor to senior leaders in need of consultative IT services and solutions, niche staff augmentation and executive search. Through one body of work and relationship at a time, LABUR has proven to be the partner of choice to today’s top technologists and Fortune 500 firms, helping to solve complex enterprise-wide challenges through vision, execution and strategy.
Proudly, LABUR’s level of care, attention and expertise has been acknowledged by several listings and awards, including: Inc. Magazine’s Inc. 5000 list, Boston Business Journal’s “Pacesetters” list, and Staffing Industry Analysts’ “Best Staffing Firm to Temp For” and “Best Staffing Firm to Work For” lists, to name a few.
Media Contact:
Jack Lawhorn
jlawhorn@labur.com
(617) 553-4541 ext. 2516