Zeigler Auto Group Honored with Its 11th
Chicago's Best & Brightest Companies To Work For® Award
Zeigler Automotive Group today announced that it has earned its 11th Best & Brightest Companies To Work For® Award for the highly competitive Chicago market. Presented by the National Association for Business Resources, this coveted accolade is bestowed upon organizations in the Greater Chicago area that not only maintain but also establish stringent standards for exemplary practices in company culture, human resources, and beyond. Notably, Zeigler stands out as the sole dealership group to have consistently received this distinction for 11 years.
CHICAGO (June 13, 2024) - The National Association for Business Resources has awarded Zeigler Auto Group with its 11th Best & Brightest Companies To Work For® Award for Chicago. Considering the ten to one ratio of this program, earning this recognition is a huge accomplishment especially in the competitive Chicago market.
"With every Chicago's Best & Brightest Companies To Work For® award we earn, we re-cement our commitment to excellence in the Greater Chicago area and beyond," remarked Aaron Zeigler, President & CEO of Zeigler Auto Group. "Being able to keep our core values intact while adapting to an ever-evolving automotive landscape is a testament to the dedication of every individual within Zeigler."
The selection process for Chicago's Best and Brightest Companies To Work For® involves rigorous evaluation by an independent research firm across various categories, including: Compensation, Benefits and Employee Solutions; Creative Wellness and Wellbeing Solutions, Employee Enrichment, Engagement and Retention; Employee Education and Development; Recruitment and Selection; Employee Achievement and Recognition; Communication and Shared Vision; Diversity, Equity and Inclusion; Work-Life Blend; Community Initiatives and Corporate Responsibility; and Leadership, Strategy and Company Performance.
With nearly 1,229 employees and 18 franchises across Greater Chicago, Zeigler Auto Group continues to set benchmarks in customer service and employee satisfaction.
"Winning for 11 years in Chicago is an honor! As our business has grown it's been our goal to continue to have a family-feel and world-class culture! We are thankful for our team members and everything they do for our customers and to build their culture daily!" Mike Van Ryn, VP of Talent Development.
The Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® program, organized by the National Association for Business Resources, serves as a platform to recognize and celebrate elite organizations nationwide. Winners are invited to attend the prestigious Best and Brightest National Summit, promoting collaboration and sharing of best practices.
With over 25 years of experience conducting the Best and Brightest competitions, the National Association for Business Resources (NABR) has identified numerous best Human Resource practices and provided benchmarking for companies that continue to be leaders in employment standards.
"These companies have prioritized making a significant impact on their culture. With a focus on their employees as the top priority, this powerful community of the nation's elite leaders have gained a competitive edge," said Jennifer Kluge, President and CEO of NABR and the Best & Brightest Programs.
Chicago's Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® is sponsored by Baudville, CORP! Magazine, isolved, NOW Health Group, Inc., HR Source, Marsh McLennan Agency LLC, uMap, Comcast and QuesTek Innovations.
About the Best and Brightest Programs
About the National Association for Business Resources' Best and Brightest Programs
The National Association for Business Resources offers an array of recognition programs that celebrate excellence in various aspects of business, including workplace culture, wellness initiatives, and leadership. These programs include the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For, Best and Brightest in Wellness, Best and Brightest CEOs and Leadership Teams which are presented in several markets that include Atlanta, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas/Fort Worth, Denver, Detroit, Houston, Milwaukee, Nashville, New England, New York, Northern California, Pacific Northwest, Southern California, South Florida, West Michigan and Nationally. Nominations are now being accepted for all programs.
About Zeigler Auto Group
Zeigler Automotive Group is one of the largest privately-owned dealer groups in the U.S. with 84 franchises across 41 locations in Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan. Vehicle brands represented include all of the domestic and the majority of the imported manufacturers.
Besides its extensive automotive portfolio, the organization owns and operates Zeigler Motorsports, an 85,000-square-foot motorsports dealership and action park, offering 19 different powersports brands, plus its own onsite restaurant: Trak Houz Bar & Grill. Additionally, Zeigler Motorsports houses the Elevate Leadership & Team Building Academy, an executive training company.
The Kalamazoo-based dealer group also owns and operates Zeigler Pre-Owned of Chicago, three Byrider franchises, three finance companies, several insurance firms, and a leasing firm.
Founded in 1975, the organization employs over 2,500 people, ranking among the top 1% of automotive dealers in the nation with estimated annual sales of $2.2 billion for 2023.
The family-owned and operated company is well known for its commitment to both customer service and employee satisfaction. Zeigler is regularly recognized as one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in the Nation, also earning similar accolades in Wisconsin, Chicago, and Michigan. Besides these prestigious accolades, Zeigler is also one of Glassdoor's 100 Best Places to Work in the U.S. for 2024, and among Glassdoor's top 10 U.S. companies for work-life balance.
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