Best Companies to Work For

Qualification Questionnaire

Awareness of the award – a trusted beacon for women

Welcome to the game-changing Women’s Choice Award. The prestigious Women’s Choice Award seal, originated by WomenCertified Inc. has been earned by national businesses such as Hertz, Goodyear, Serta, Kenmore, Coldwell Banker, Overhead Door, Princess Cruises and many more, as well as over 250 healthcare systems around the country and hundreds of financial advisors. The Women’s Choice Award™ is the trusted referral source by women, for all, with 96% of women saying they will trust your brand more when they see the Seal.

About the Women’s Choice Award Best Companies to Work Program:

Companies hoping to win top talent and retain their workforce can no longer afford to ignore diversity, equity, and inclusion in their recruiting.

At no cost, you can complete the qualification questionnaire to see if you qualify for the Women’s Choice Award Best Company to Work designation in three categories: Women, Inclusion & Millennials.

Some of the benefits from using the Women’s Choice Award Best Companies to Work For seal include:

  1. Bolster the efforts and results of your HR and marketing teams
  2. Attract and retain more diverse talent
  3. Increase reputation and brand management among women seeking employment
  4. Attract good publicity and gain loyal employees/customers
  5. Establish yourself in your industry as one of the Best Companies to Work For
  6. And much more!
Once I qualify for the Women’s Choice Award, how and where will my information be listed?

All companies that qualify for the Women’s Choice Award will receive a free basic listing on www.WomensChoiceAward.com. This listing will remain on the site until it is time for the company to requalify, which is every 2 years. Job seekers can use those listings to begin their search for a new career at a company that will meet their needs.

What if I want to reap the maximum marketing benefits of my award recognition by leveraging the award in my outreach?

As almost every company that earns the Women’s Choice Award designation wants to truly distinguish themselves in the women’s market by showcasing their recognition, we do offer licensing of seal usage rights and additional turn-key marketing collateral to help engage your employees and prospects with trust and validation via a signed partnership agreement at a very modest cost. The WCA program provides the following benefits:

  1. Usage rights of the Women’s Choice Award seal in marketing [either digital/social use or full use depending on level selected]
  2. Enhanced Profile on WomensChoiceAward.com which is placed towards the top of the page and includes a more detailed overview, including images, videos, quotes/testimonials, contact information, logo, mission statement, links to your website etc.
  3. Customizable Joint Press Release template for your distribution to your local media etc
  4. Opportunity to participate in other marketing efforts: leadership spotlight in USA Today announcement, paid LinkedIn ad campaign, dedicated national press release, dedicated blog, congratulatory banner, crystal trophy
If I still have questions, is there someone that I can contact?

We invite you to join the growing list of Best Companies to Work who are committed to the needs and preferences of women, and receive national recognition as a Women’s Choice Award designee. For more information about the program, please contact Kathi Waldhof at 954-922-0846 x2 or email Kathi.  For specific questions on the qualification questions and data, you can contact Julia Ragland.

COMPANY REPRESENTATION – Corporate Structure

COMPANY REPRESENTATION – Work Life Balance

Does your company offer flexible schedules to employees?
Do you offer onsite childcare?
Is subsidized childcare available to employees?

COMPANY REPRESENTATION – Professional Development

Do you have a formal/structured new hire training program available to new employees (aside from basic onboarding)?
Does your company have Professional Development events and/or On-site or Off-site training to enhance job-related skills?
Do you provide paid memberships to professional associations?
Are there career mentorship programs?
Do you offer tuition reimbursement?
Do you conduct annual performance reviews with employees?

Company Time Off - PTO & Sick Leave

Time Off: FAMILY - Maternity & Paternity

Health and Wellness Benefits

Is there a lactation room on site?
Does the company offer any fertility assistance?
Does your company offer gym reimbursement?
Does the company provide or offer discounts to health support services? (weight loss programs; smoking, etc.)

COMPANY PERKS – Millennial Oriented Perks

Does your company provide any type of entertainment discounts (movie tickets, theme parks)?
Does your company provide catered lunches - or provide any kind of snacks?

COMPANY MORALE – Recognition, Events & ESG's

Do you have celebrations for employees - birthdays, employee recognition, tenure celebrations (1,3,5,10 years of service)?
Has your company implemented any clear and stated ESG policies (environmental, social and governance)?
Do you celebrate aside from holidays? ie: social events; milestones or corporate awards (ie. Women's Choice Award)

Financial Benefits

Are stock options available to employees?
Does your company offer 401K matching (≥3%)?
Does the company offer financial bonuses?
Does your company have a pension plan?

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