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Associated Press
2 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Griffith Foods Recognized as a 2025 Best Managed Company
ALSIP, Ill., June 4, 2025 /3BL/ - Griffith Foods is proud to announce it has been selected as a 2025 Best Managed Company, making it the fourth year in a row to earn this designation. Now in its sixth year, the award, sponsored by Deloitte* Private and The Wall Street Journal, recognizes outstanding U.S. private companies. The 2025 designees are U.S. private companies that have demonstrated excellence in strategic planning and execution, a commitment to their people, as well as maintaining financial performance and governance. Designees drove their businesses forward while remaining dedicated to their people and focusing on their customers. Advanced technology including AI took a center role for most of these companies, to create efficiencies and enhance the quality of products and experiences. Applicants are evaluated and selected by a panel of external judges focused on assessing hallmarks of excellence in four key areas: strategy, ability to execute, corporate culture and governance/financial performance. They join a global ecosystem of honorees from more than 44 countries recognized by the Best Managed Companies program. About the Best Managed Companies Program The Best Managed Companies program is a mark of excellence for private companies. U.S. designees have revenues of at least $250 million. Hundreds of private companies around the world have competed for this designation in their respective countries through a rigorous and independent process that evaluates four key criteria in their management skills and practices — strategy, execution, culture and governance/financials. U.S. program sponsors are Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal For more information, visit About Griffith Foods Griffith Foods is the caring, creative product development partner helping food companies meet the evolving needs of consumers while sustaining the planet. As a family business founded in 1919 and headquartered in Alsip, Illinois USA, Griffith Foods is known for true, collaborative innovation guided by their Purpose of 'We Blend Care and Creativity to Nourish the World'. The company's product capabilities range from seasonings and marinades to coating systems and sauces that are better for people and better for the planet. For more information, visit View original content here. Visit 3BL Media to see more multimedia and stories from Griffith Foods
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
VHB Recognized as a U.S. Best Managed Company
Leading AEC firm is one of only two companies in the industry honored WATERTOWN, Mass., May 19, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--VHB announced today it has been selected as a 2025 U.S. Best Managed Company. Sponsored by Deloitte Private* and The Wall Street Journal, the program recognizes outstanding U.S. private companies demonstrating excellence in four key areas: strategy, ability to execute, corporate culture and governance/financial performance. This year, 61 companies across the U.S. have been recognized, with VHB being one of only two Architecture, Engineering, Construction (AEC) firms honored. VHB's success is driven by a diverse team of 2,200 professionals, including engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who are committed to excellence and innovation and have been the driving forces behind a transformative period of strategic growth, geographic expansion, and technological advancement. By embracing new technologies and developing innovative solutions, VHB effectively addresses complex client challenges to create a more sustainable future. This approach has led to significant financial growth, with firm revenues doubling over the past eight years, accompanied by continuous increases in profitability. The Best Managed Companies program judges commended VHB's future-focused vision and strategy, exceptional financial performance, and a culture centered around its people, which has led to industry-low turnover rates and 94 percent of employees stating they would recommend VHB as a great place to work. Additionally, VHB's commitment to integrating sustainability, technology, and innovation throughout all that they do was highlighted as noteworthy. "VHB is immensely proud of this recognition, which reflects our remarkable leadership team and talented, dedicated employees," stated VHB President and CEO Mike Carragher. "Our business model and culture are deeply rooted in the vision of our founders, who developed our Generational Company philosophy. This emphasizes stewardship, shared responsibility, community, and the balance between people and business performance. These principles—and our stewardship mindset— continue to guide our growth and success as we partner with clients and communities to create a sustainable future." Best Managed Companies program applicants are rigorously evaluated and selected by a panel of external judges focused on assessing hallmarks of excellence in four key areas: strategy, ability to execute, corporate culture and governance/financial performance. VHB joins a global ecosystem of honorees from more than 44 countries recognized by the Best Managed Companies program. About the Best Managed Companies Program The Best Managed Companies program is a mark of excellence for private companies. U.S. designees have revenues of at least $250 million. Hundreds of private companies around the world have competed for this designation in their respective countries through a rigorous and independent process that evaluates four key criteria in their management skills and practices — strategy, execution, culture and governance/financials. U.S. program sponsors are Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal. For more information, visit About VHB VHB's 2,200 inspired and innovative professionals include engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with public and private clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy markets, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Together, they work to improve mobility, enhance communities and economic vitality, and balance development and infrastructure needs with environmental stewardship. For more information, visit *Please see for a detailed description of their legal structure. View source version on Contacts Media Vanessa Ryder, VHB Communications Director, vryder@ 617.607.2728 Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Wire
19-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
VHB Recognized as a U.S. Best Managed Company
WATERTOWN, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--VHB announced today it has been selected as a 2025 U.S. Best Managed Company. Sponsored by Deloitte Private* and The Wall Street Journal, the program recognizes outstanding U.S. private companies demonstrating excellence in four key areas: strategy, ability to execute, corporate culture and governance/financial performance. This year, 61 companies across the U.S. have been recognized, with VHB being one of only two Architecture, Engineering, Construction (AEC) firms honored. "[Our] Generational Company philosophy ... emphasizes stewardship, shared responsibility, community, and the balance between people and business performance,'' says VHB President and CEO Mike Carragher. Share VHB's success is driven by a diverse team of 2,200 professionals, including engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who are committed to excellence and innovation and have been the driving forces behind a transformative period of strategic growth, geographic expansion, and technological advancement. By embracing new technologies and developing innovative solutions, VHB effectively addresses complex client challenges to create a more sustainable future. This approach has led to significant financial growth, with firm revenues doubling over the past eight years, accompanied by continuous increases in profitability. The Best Managed Companies program judges commended VHB's future-focused vision and strategy, exceptional financial performance, and a culture centered around its people, which has led to industry-low turnover rates and 94 percent of employees stating they would recommend VHB as a great place to work. Additionally, VHB's commitment to integrating sustainability, technology, and innovation throughout all that they do was highlighted as noteworthy. "VHB is immensely proud of this recognition, which reflects our remarkable leadership team and talented, dedicated employees," stated VHB President and CEO Mike Carragher. "Our business model and culture are deeply rooted in the vision of our founders, who developed our Generational Company philosophy. This emphasizes stewardship, shared responsibility, community, and the balance between people and business performance. These principles—and our stewardship mindset— continue to guide our growth and success as we partner with clients and communities to create a sustainable future." Best Managed Companies program applicants are rigorously evaluated and selected by a panel of external judges focused on assessing hallmarks of excellence in four key areas: strategy, ability to execute, corporate culture and governance/financial performance. VHB joins a global ecosystem of honorees from more than 44 countries recognized by the Best Managed Companies program. About the Best Managed Companies Program The Best Managed Companies program is a mark of excellence for private companies. U.S. designees have revenues of at least $250 million. Hundreds of private companies around the world have competed for this designation in their respective countries through a rigorous and independent process that evaluates four key criteria in their management skills and practices — strategy, execution, culture and governance/financials. U.S. program sponsors are Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal. For more information, visit About VHB VHB's 2,200 inspired and innovative professionals include engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with public and private clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy markets, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Together, they work to improve mobility, enhance communities and economic vitality, and balance development and infrastructure needs with environmental stewardship. For more information, visit *Please see for a detailed description of their legal structure.
Business Wire
15-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Lil' Drug Store Products, Inc. Recognized as a US Best Managed Company
BUSINESS WIRE)--Lil' Drug Store Products, Inc. is proud to announce it has been selected as a 2025 US Best Managed Company. Sponsored by Deloitte Private* and The Wall Street Journal, the program recognizes outstanding U.S. private companies. The 2025 designees are U.S. private companies that have demonstrated excellence in strategic planning and execution, a commitment to their people, as well as maintaining financial performance and governance. Designees drove their businesses forward while remaining dedicated to their people and focusing on their customers. Advanced technology including AI took a center role for most of these companies, to create efficiencies and enhance the quality of products and experiences. 'It is an incredible honor to be recognized for the second consecutive year as a US Best Managed Company,' says Chris DeWolf, President and CEO of Lil' Drug Store Products. 'This recognition highlights the strength of our company values and culture that we've built over the past 50 years. Not only does it reflect the outstanding contributions of our team, but it inspires us to strive for even greater impact in the future.' Applicants are evaluated and selected by a panel of external judges focused on assessing hallmarks of excellence in four key areas: strategy, ability to execute, corporate culture and governance/financial performance. They join a global ecosystem of honorees from more than 44 countries recognized by the Best Managed Companies program. About the Best Managed Companies Program The Best Managed Companies program is a mark of excellence for private companies. U.S. designees have revenues of at least $250 million. Hundreds of private companies around the world have competed for this designation in their respective countries through a rigorous and independent process that evaluates four key criteria in their management skills and practices — strategy, execution, culture and governance/financials. U.S. program sponsors are Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal. For more information, visit About Lil' Drug Store Products Founded in 1974 to provide convenient relief to travelers, Lil' Drug Store Products (LDSP) today serves approximately 180,000 retail locations including convenience stores, travel and hospitality, and other alternative retail locations. With its growing roster of brand partnerships, LDSP has become the #1 supplier of name-brand and private labeled health and beauty products to retail and wholesale customers. LDSP proudly serves the point-of-need marketplace that includes convenience stores, hotels, airports, cruise lines and others. *Please see for a detailed description of their legal structure.
Business Wire
14-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Coca-Cola Beverages Florida Recognized as a 2025 US Best Managed Company
BUSINESS WIRE)-- Coca-Cola Beverages Florida, LLC (Coke Florida) is proud to announce it has been selected as a 2025 US Best Managed Companies Gold Standard Winner, which honors organizations that have been recognized for four or more years as US Best Managed Companies. Sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, the award recognizes the achievements of US private companies and their management teams. 'Being selected as a US Best Managed Company for the fourth year in a row while celebrating our 10 year anniversary is a tremendous honor,' said Troy Taylor, Chief Executive Officer of Coca-Cola Beverages Florida. 'I am incredibly proud of our over 5,000 associates whose passion for representing our brands, serving our customers, and engaging in our communities has propelled us to achieve Gold Standard recognition.' US Best Managed Companies is part of a global Deloitte Private program. The 2025 designees demonstrated excellence in strategic planning and execution, a commitment to their people, as well as maintaining financial performance and governance. Gold Standard winners have maintained their status and showcased their commitment to the program for four years. Coke Florida is part of an esteemed cohort of more than 1,600 companies from more than 44 countries who have achieved this designation. About the Best Managed Companies Program The Best Managed Companies program is a mark of excellence for private companies. U.S. designees have revenues of at least $250 million. Hundreds of private companies around the world have competed for this designation in their respective countries through a rigorous and independent process that evaluates four key criteria in their management skills and practices — strategy, execution, culture and governance/financials. U.S. program sponsors are Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal. For more information, visit About Coca-Cola Beverages Florida, LLC Coca-Cola Beverages Florida, LLC (Coke Florida) is the sixth largest Coca-Cola bottler in the United States. Coke Florida produces, sells, and distributes products of The Coca-Cola Company in an exclusive territory that covers over 21 million consumers across 47 counties in Florida. The company employs over 5,000 associates and operates four GreenCircle Certified production facilities and eighteen distribution centers. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Tampa, Coke Florida is one of the largest Black-owned businesses in the United States. In 2025, Coke Florida was recognized as a US Best Managed Company Gold Standard Winner by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal. To learn more, visit *Please see for a detailed description of their legal structure.
