| At its annual Workplace Excellence Award Event the AWE recognizes employers with three awards. AWE award winners represent approximately one million employees from small, medium and large companies, in the private, nonprofit and public sectors in the greater Washington DC area. Industries include: retail, technology, biotechnology, education, healthcare, hospitality, financial services and many more. |
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| Workplace Excellence Seal of Approval |
Winners show an outstanding commitment to overall workplace quality. They are evaluated on programs in communication, diversity, employee growth, life-work balance and more.
Some areas where applicants are evaluated:
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Corporate culture and management practices |
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Flexibility of work environment |
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Health and wellness programs |
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| Health & Wellness Trailblazer Award |
Employers receiving this award demonstrate an outstanding commitment to employee health and wellness—and have led the way by developing innovative programs.
Some outstanding wellness program features:
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On-site fitness facilities |
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Employee access to nurses and health coaches |
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Incentives for participation in wellness programs |
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| EcoLeadership Award |
This award recognizes employers demonstrating visionary leadership and an outstanding commitment to environmentally sustainable workplaces and efficient use of resources.
Applicants are evaluated according to several environmental best practices:
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Waste minimization |
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Water conservation |
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Energy efficiency |
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