News Summary
The Florida Times-Union will recognize exemplary organizations in Jacksonville for their workplace culture with the Top Workplaces awards. The recognition aims to honor companies with 35 or more employees and will include a nomination period currently open until August 22, 2025. Nominations can be submitted by anyone associated with an organization, with a brief employee survey required for evaluation. The initiative emphasizes the importance of employee satisfaction and community involvement, showcasing firms dedicated to fostering positive work environments.
Jacksonville – The Florida Times-Union and Jacksonville.com have announced the upcoming recognition of organizations in metro Jacksonville for the prestigious Top Workplaces awards, honoring outstanding workplace culture for the fourth consecutive year. The awards will honor companies with 35 or more employees in the region, celebrating their commitment to creating a positive work environment.
The nomination period is now open and will close on August 22, 2025. This allows anyone, including employees, community members, or stakeholders, to nominate organizations, whether they are public, private, non-profit, schools, or government agencies. Nominations can be submitted easily through the dedicated website or via phone, and there is no cost associated with participating in the awards.
To qualify for consideration as a Top Workplace in Jacksonville, the nominated organizations must have their employees complete a brief, 25-question survey that takes only a few minutes to fill out. These surveys will be conducted through October 2025, and participation from employees is crucial for companies to be evaluated based on their workplace culture.
Survey and Research Partners
The surveys will be conducted by Energage, a research partner based in Pennsylvania, that specializes in workplace assessments. Energage has a strong track record, having surveyed over 2 million employees at more than 8,000 organizations throughout the past year across 65 markets nationwide. In 2025, more than 1,200 organizations in metro Jacksonville were invited to survey their employees, resulting in 34 companies being honored as Top Workplaces based on the feedback received.
Recent Awards and Recognitions
For the previous year, notable organizations such as the Haskell Company and Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Florida received top honors in the large company category, reflecting their impactful workplace cultures and contributions to the community. The Haskell Company, known for its significant presence in the area, places a high emphasis on workplace culture, indicating that employee satisfaction is a priority for them.
Following close behind was Vesta Property Services, emphasizing the importance of treating employees with respect and consideration, which played a key role in their recognition. The Top Workplaces initiative also recognizes special categories, highlighting outstanding leadership with awards such as the one received by the Kelly Franklin, CEO of the Betty Griffin Center, and the Social Responsibility award presented to Read USA Inc., which is dedicated to eliminating illiteracy in Duval County.
Commitment to Employee Satisfaction
Top Workplaces in Jacksonville highlight key principles such as operational smoothness and community involvement among the highly ranked businesses. Other organizations that received accolades include Fifth Third Bank, Veritiv Corporation, Jacksonville Jaguars, and Ameris Bank, demonstrating a broad array of sectors committed to maintaining favorable work environments.
Beeline, recognized as the number one workplace in the mid-size category during the inaugural Jacksonville Top Workplaces awards in 2023, has emerged as a strong contender in the realm of company culture. The organization has established a reputation for promoting work-life balance, offering remote work options, and creating ergonomically designed and enjoyable workspaces based on internal feedback that measured various drivers of employee culture.
Looking Forward to 2026
As the deadline for nominations approaches, organizations across Jacksonville will be preparing to showcase their commitment to fostering an exceptional workplace culture. The anticipated honors will take place in early 2026, providing companies the opportunity to highlight their strengths and contributions to their employees and the broader community.
All firms interested in submitting their nominations are encouraged to do so promptly, ensuring the chance to participate in this esteemed recognition of workplace excellence in the Jacksonville metro area.
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- Jacksonville.com: Nominate a Jacksonville Top Workplace for 2026
- Jacksonville.com: Northeast Florida Companies Honored as Top Workplaces
- First Coast News: Jacksonville-Based Companies in Florida’s Top 100 Places to Work
- PR Newswire: The Florida Times-Union Names Beeline Number One Top Workplace in Jacksonville
- FinanceBuzz: Best Florida Cities for Tech Jobs
- Wikipedia: Workplace
- Google Search: Top Workplaces Jacksonville
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: Employee Satisfaction
- Google News: Workplace Awards
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