Fleishman-Hillard Named to Advertising Age's 2012 'Best Places to Work'
Only Top Five Global Public Relations Firm to Rank Among Top 25 Marketing and Media Companies
ST. LOUIS, March 26, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Fleishman-Hillard International Communications announced today that the firm has been named to Advertising Age's 2012 "Best Places to Work." This third annual report ranks Fleishman-Hillard number 25 out of 40 top marketing and media companies. Fleishman-Hillard was recognized for a collaborative culture that leverages its collective knowledge to ensure all client needs are met, from anywhere in the world.
To be considered by Advertising Age, competing firms with more than 50 full-time employees were required to participate in a dual-component survey. Each company completed a survey detailing hiring practices, benefits and pay. This accounted for 40 percent of a company's score. In addition, all full-time U.S. employees were asked to complete a separate independent survey. This survey accounted for 60 percent of a company's score and was conducted in November 2011 by Buck Consultants, Advertising Age's research partner. For 2012 honors, more than 185 firms applied and more than 100 completed both rounds.
"I speak for our global management team when I say how gratified we are to have this prestigious third-party validation of our very special culture," said Dave Senay, Fleishman-Hillard president and CEO. "We have long been focused on hiring exceptional talent and providing them with the best professional experience of their career. This was also reinforced in the results of our annual Employee Engagement Survey, as well as our being named for the third straight year to the National Association of Female Executives' (NAFE) 'Top 50 Companies for Executive Women.'"
Employee Engagement Survey
Each year, Fleishman-Hillard conducts an independent global Employee Engagement Survey, asking for anonymous feedback on professional satisfaction at the firm. The survey was last conducted in the fourth quarter of 2011. Highlights include:
- 98% say they work for a company they can be proud of.
- 97% believe Fleishman-Hillard is committed to the highest ethical standards.
- 97% also believe they have the opportunity to perform meaningful work that contributes to the firm's success.
- 98% recognize their colleagues as passionate about providing exceptional client service.
- 91% recommend the agency as a great place to work.
"Our business is only as successful as the people we hire and retain," said Senay. "Nurturing an enviable work environment that fosters collaboration and loyalty is equally beneficial for employees, the firm and our clients."
About Fleishman-Hillard
Fleishman-Hillard Inc., one of the world's leading strategic communications firms, has built its reputation on creating integrated solutions that deliver what its clients value most: meaningful, positive and measurable impact on the performance of their organizations. The firm is widely recognized for excellent client service and a strong company culture founded on teamwork, integrity and personal commitment. Based in St. Louis, the firm operates throughout North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East, Africa and Latin America through its 80 owned offices. For more information, visit the Fleishman-Hillard website at www.fleishmanhillard.com
Fleishman-Hillard is a part of Omnicom Group Inc. (NYSE: OMC) (www.omnicomgroup.com). Omnicom is a leading global advertising, marketing and corporate communications company. Omnicom's branded networks and numerous specialty firms provide advertising, strategic media planning and buying, interactive, direct and promotional marketing, public relations and other specialty communications services to more than 5,000 clients in more than 100 countries.
SOURCE Fleishman-Hillard International Communications
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