In many ways, the success of an organization comes down to creating an open environment that fosters creativity, innovation and employee empowerment. The age-old expression that a company is only as strong as its weakest link is also resoundingly true these days.
With many organizations dealing with budget challenges due to today’s austere government climate, it is imperative that employees are fully motivated to uncover and leverage new opportunities and create the most advanced innovations.
Creating this type of work environment has always been a priority at Thermopylae Sciences & Technology. Simply put: people perform better when they’re happy. So we strive everyday to create a workplace that fosters a sense of creativity and empowers all employees to think like entrepreneurs.
In addition, we also provide a culture of giving where the employees can contribute to the innovative character of the company by volunteering their time and donating to charities of their choice. I believe this plays a major role in helping employees to feel valued, trusted and inspired.
This is why we are excited to be recently named to Washington Business Journal’s 2013 “Best Places to Work in Greater DC” list. What is gratifying about this achievement is that the publication actually gained feedback from our employees. As such, all companies who made the list need favorable responses from more than 70 percent of their DC-based employees.
We have made this list and similar ones in the past, but it’s always great to see that the culture remains focused on positivity and fresh ideas.
It is an honor to have made this list. The success of Thermopylae comes down to the passion and dedication of our employees. While they voted for us to be on the list, it is the employees who really deserve this recognition – they are the ones who have created our culture of innovation and individually contribute to making Thermopylae one of the best places to work in DC!
