GERMANTOWN, Md., June 6, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Once again, Hughes
Network Systems, LLC (HUGHES), the global leader in broadband
satellite networks and services, has been honored by the Alliance
for Workplace Excellence (AWE) as one of the Washington, D.C. area's best places to work.
In addition, Hughes was one of 22 Mid-Atlantic regional businesses
to have demonstrated their commitment to environmental
sustainability, receiving the EcoLeadership Award. These awards
will be presented to the 63 winning companies at the AWE Annual
Awards Luncheon being held on June 13,
2011 at the Bethesda North Marriott Hotel and Conference
Center. The Alliance has recognized the best places to work for the
past twelve years, honoring businesses that promote professional
fulfillment and personal wellness—at work, at home, and in the
community, as well as their commitment to environmental
sustainability.
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"Hughes is honored to be recognized again this year as one of
the area's best places to work and to be one of only 15 companies
to be given all three awards," said Pradman
Kaul, chairman and CEO of Hughes. "Our employees are our
most important asset, and we are committed to providing a positive
work environment with a range of wellness resources to ensure they
achieve a healthy work-life balance."
Sandi Kerentoff, senior vice
president of Administration and Human Resources at Hughes, said,
"Hughes offers a variety of exercise programs and facilities, as
well as numerous health and wellness programs. We believe employees
who achieve a healthy work-life balance are more productive and
creative employees. In addition, Hughes is dedicated to the
protection of human health and stewardship of the 'green'
environment."
This is the second year that AWE went beyond the local area into
the Mid-Atlantic region to also honor businesses that have
demonstrated their commitment to environmental sustainability. Of
the 63 employers honored, 57 received the Workplace Excellence
Award, 38 the Health & Wellness Trailblazer Award, and 22
received the EcoLeadership Award.
In order to be considered for the awards, applicants undergo a
rigorous assessment process led by an independent review panel of
professors, PhD professionals, and doctoral candidates in business,
industrial and organizational psychology, and human resources.
Applicants were assessed in the following categories:
- Inclusive and flexible corporate culture and management
practices;
- Family- and employee-friendly policies and programs;
- Strong health and wellness initiatives;
- Growth and learning opportunities; and
- Commitment to corporate, social, and civic responsibility.
The 63 winning companies represent more than one million
employees from organizations of all sizes and in all
sectors—private, public, and nonprofit.
About The Alliance for Workplace Excellence
The Alliance for Workplace Excellence provides a portfolio of
services that allow employers to build excellent places to work.
It created the Workplace Excellence and Health & Wellness
Trailblazer Awards to highlight businesses that promote
professional fulfillment and personal wellness at work, at home,
and in the community. Launched in 2009, the EcoLeadership
Award honors companies that recognize the importance of
environmental sustainability.
The Alliance is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization founded by
Montgomery County, Maryland, and Discovery Communications.
For more information, visit
http://www.excellentworkplace.org.
About Hughes Network Systems
Hughes Network Systems, LLC (HUGHES) is the world's leading
provider of satellite broadband for home and office, delivering
innovative network technologies, managed services, and solutions
for enterprises and governments globally. HughesNet® is the #1
high-speed satellite Internet service in the marketplace, with
offerings to suit every budget. To date, Hughes has shipped more
than 2.5 million systems to customers in over 100 countries,
representing over 50 percent market share. Its products employ
global standards approved by the TIA, ETSI, and ITU organizations,
including IPoS/DVB-S2, RSM-A, and GMR-1.
Headquartered outside Washington,
D.C., in Germantown,
Maryland, USA, Hughes operates sales and support offices
worldwide, and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hughes
Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: HUGH). For more information, please
visit www.hughes.com.
©2011 Hughes Network Systems, LLC. Hughes and HughesNet are
registered trademarks of Hughes Network Systems, LLC.
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