July 14, 2008
Contact: Curt Stewart (801) 526-4315
SALT LAKE CITY - The Department of Workforce Services is proud to honor the winners of the 2008 Utah Work/Life Awards at the 10th Annual Work/Life Awards Celebration. The event will be held Wednesday, July 16, 2008, at the Sheraton City Centre Hotel in downtown Salt Lake City. Governor Jon M. Huntsman, Jr., will be our honored guest and speaker. Business leaders from around the state will enjoy four exciting best practice workshops. Doors open at 9:00 a.m., workshops begin at 10:00 a.m., and the Award Celebration and lunch begin at noon. Best Practice workshops include: Coaching - It’s Not Just for CEO’s Anymore; Maximizing Recruiting Resources; Crucial Conversations; and Flexible Scheduling. For the tenth consecutive year, this Award will recognize companies that are creating exceptional workplaces and businesses by effectively addressing employee work/life needs. The Work/Life Awards honor employers that listen to employees and strive to create and maintain a culture of equity and opportunity in the workplace. The Awards Celebration is a great opportunity for winners, finalists, and other businesses to share those best practices and work toward continual improvement. For the first time ever, a few select companies will also receive the Work/Life Legacy status, signaling that they have won the Award five times and are committed to collaborating with other companies striving to create exceptional workplaces. For additional information, please call the Work/Life Award Team at (801) 526-4321.
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