2024 Best Places to Work: Medium Business
Meet the 2024 Best Places to Work Medium Business recipients!
Brown Beattie O’Donovan LLP
Industry: Law Firm
Employees: 40
Year Founded: 1950
www.bbo.on.ca
Score:
Interest: 8.21
Dedication: 8.21
Effort: 8.14
Atmosphere: 8.31
Leadership: 8.41
Net Promoter: 62.07
Brown Beattie O’Donovan LLP is a full-service law firm serving individuals and businesses in London and Southwestern Ontario.
What makes our business click: Brown Beattie O’Donovan has developed a culture of care within the workplace. Both staff and lawyers demonstrate a commitment to clients and to each other. Informal mentorship is prevalent, and the staff are aware that they can approach anyone in the firm with questions, guidance or encouragement.
Why our organization is a great place to work: Our organization genuinely cares about the well-being of all staff members and encourages professional development. We treat our staff as professionals and foster a friendly and collegial atmosphere. Our active social committee organizes fun activities both inside and outside the office. While the majority of our staff work in the office, we have adapted to accommodate those whose personal situations require more creative solutions. Our hybrid model is tailored to meet each employee’s individual needs.
Here’s something we do a little differently: We value our employees’ input and are committed to implementing changes based on their valuable suggestions. Our strategic hiring practices ensure that our firm culture is not only maintained but continuously improved. Additionally, we actively foster employee interaction to create a collaborative and engaging work environment ― and we provide chocolate.
What our employees are saying: “BBO has allowed me to grow and supported my journey to develop new skills and they have provided me the resources to help me do so. I have never found anyone in the office that isn’t willing to answer questions or lend a helping hand. The collaborative environment is crucial to everyone working as a team. I also greatly appreciate the work-life balance that BBO offers.” ―Tiffany Lindberg, Corporate Law Clerk
NAL Insurance Inc.
Industry: Insurance
Employees: 28
Year Founded: 1955
www.nalinsurance.com
Score:
Interest: 8.36
Dedication: 8.67
Effort: 8.72
Atmosphere: 8.64
Leadership: 8.67
Net Promoter: 88.89
NAL Insurance is the largest provider of WSIB-alternative disability coverage for owner operator truck drivers in the Canadian trucking industry. NAL protects over 400 Fleets and over 20,000 owner operators across all Canadian provinces.
What makes our business click: NAL offers a broad range of services similar to a full insurance company. NAL adjudicates claims internally and has an in-house software development team to build and maintain its proprietary administration and client portals. These core features, made possible by our strong and agile team, create a greatly enhanced and well-controlled client experience, ensuring no issue is left unresolved.
Why our organization is a great place to work: We maintain an open line of communication between employees and every member of the executive team, and as a result we’ve seen a high level of career growth and longevity among staff, low employee turnover and lifelong friendships made along the way. This year, we invested in our team by purchasing a beautiful new office in the Bostwick neighbourhood.
Here’s something we do a little differently: Work-life balance and wellness are a crucial part of our culture. Our employees have access to a subsidized gym membership at the Damian Warner Fitness Centre, allowing them to prioritize health within steps of the office. Additionally, our hybrid work model allows employees to maintain personal commitments, while fostering a workplace that focuses on career growth so they can continue to provide for themselves and their families.
What our employees are saying: “During my 15 years at NAL Insurance, the company has empowered me to reach my full potential, both professionally and personally. NAL celebrates its achievements with its employees, consistently valuing and supporting us. I am privileged to be part of a company that is committed to the well-being and development of its employees.” ―Michelle Boudreau, Bilingual Claims Manager
Blue Jay Irrigation
Industry: Landscape Services and Supply
Employees: 60
Year Founded: 1982
www.bluejayirrigation.com
Score:
Interest: 8.00
Dedication: 8.44
Effort: 8.06
Atmosphere: 8.31
Leadership: 8.69
Net Promoter: 75.00
Blue Jay Irrigation is a full-service irrigation company providing residential, commercial and golf industry customers with planning, installation and maintenance irrigation and landscape lighting solutions.
Ontario West Insurance Brokers | Bill Blaney Insurance Brokers Ltd.
Industry: Insurance
Employees: 35
Year Founded: 1987
www.ontariowest.ca
Score:
Interest: 8.23
Dedication: 8.29
Effort: 7.89
Atmosphere: 8.41
Leadership: 8.18
Net Promoter: 94.12
Ontario West Insurance Brokers | Bill Blaney Insurance Brokers Ltd. is a full-service insurance brokerage specializing in auto, home, commercial and business insurance.
Orca Intelligence, Inc.
Industry: Freight Audit & Payment Solutions
Employees: 23
Year Founded: 2016
www.orcaaudit.com
Score:
Interest: 8.56
Dedication: 8.59
Effort: 8.53
Atmosphere: 8.91
Leadership: 8.71
Net Promoter: 50.00
Supplying AI-powered interactive analytics technology, Orca Intelligence provides clients with supply chain insights that help create efficiencies and reduce costs.