Award applications are available for the 2007 Minnesota Work-Life Champions Awards, Minnesota's statewide awards program spotlighting the efforts of employers to implement programs and practices that create flexible and supportive workplaces.
Award applications are available at www.worklifechampions.org . Applications are due Oct. 20.
There are five categories based on the number of employees. Applications will be evaluated on organizational culture and leadership; work practices and flexibility; health, wellness and benefits; leave options; help with personal and family issues; community involvement; and a brief survey of a small number of employees.
The judging panel will consist of delegates from Minnesota businesses of varying sizes and industries. They will identify and honor up to 10 employers in each category as Minnesota Work-Life Champions. One employer in each category will receive the top honor of Outstanding Minnesota Work-Life Champion.
Employers who have demonstrated their commitment and efforts to implement work-life policies and practices but have not yet achieved the champion level will be recognized with Advocate Awards.
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Award winners will be announced and recognized at a luncheon ceremony on
Jan. 25.
A special award will be presented to one or more employers who have implemented the "Most Innovative Work-Life Initiative" -- a practice or initiative that is particularly creative or innovative in meeting the dual agenda of generating positive results for both the organization and its employees.
In addition, through a separate application, employers have the opportunity to participate in the Minnesota Child-Friendly Employer of the Year Award, offered by Minnesota Business for Early Learning, a 200-member organization of CEOs, senior executives and business leaders focused on the role of business in school readiness for pre-kindergarten children.
Twelve companies were recognized in 2006 as Minnesota Work-Life Champions. They included American Solutions for Business of Glenwood.
