Leadership

Criteria: “I have confidence in the leader of this company.”
Large category: Bruce Alexander, Vectra Bank Colorado
Midsize category: Tom Lally, Bloom Healthcare
Small category: Anthony Lambatos, Footers Catering

Values

“This company operates by strong values.”
Midsize: Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp.

Direction

“I believe this company is going in the right direction.”
Midsize: New American Funding

New Idea

“New ideas are encouraged at this company.”
Large: Slalom

Clued In Senior Management

“Senior managers understand what is really happening at this company.”
Large: Panda Restaurant Group

Doers

“At this company, we do things efficiently and well.”
Small: Brighton Hospice — Denver

Meaningfulness

“My job makes me feel like I am part of something meaningful.”
Midsize: Donor Alliance Inc.

Managers

“My manager cares about my concerns.”
Large: Pinnacol Assurance

Communication

“I feel well-informed about important decisions at this company.”
Small: CoralTree Hospitality Group

Appreciation

“I feel genuinely appreciated at this company.”
Midsize: Home Care RN

Work/life flexibility

“I have the flexibility I need to balance my work and personal life.”
Small: Maptek