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Vision Critical Group Named One of BC’s Top Employers

Vision Critical Group, global leader in interactive online research, has been recognized as one of BC's Top 50 Employers. This special tribute recognizes the British Columbia employers that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work.

"Vision Critical is a Canadian success story in the market research industry. Our employees are the key to our success - they contribute to our high level online research products and services," said Angus Reid, CEO of Vision Critical. "Our growth is being fueled by increased global demand, and supporting our staff of the best and brightest is the only way we can continue to be successful."

"We are dedicated to finding smart, driven and dynamic people to join our team here at Vision Critical. In order to maintain the strength of our culture as we grow and evolve, it's essential that we recruit employees that embody our entrepreneurial culture," notes Erin Hirsch, Talent Acquisition Manager.

Recently, Vision Critical was ranked as number 5 in the Deloitte Technology Fast 50, a ranking of the 50 fastest growing technology companies in Canada. Vision Critical is the highest BC technology company on the Fast 50 list.

"We continue to have a family feel within the organization and hold on to that as we continue to grow," said Kathy Enros, SVP of Human Resources. "We believe that even the little things, such as providing onsite gym access, pop and coffee, and a foosball table are part of the bigger picture when it comes to creating a comfortable working environment."

While it's not unusual for attractive companies to offer a balanced environment for its employees, Vision Critical Group places a strong focus on functional fun. We value contributing to the society we operate in, for instance how our running team recently raised over $5,000 for the Race for Cure event. The fun part? Our senior male management staff agreed to dress fully in drag for the event to celebrate the accomplishment; talk about an incentive to contribute to a great cause! Additionally, we show our employees that we value them and their contributions with benefits that include summer BBQs on our patio overlooking BC Place, transit passes to our central Vancouver location and a family friendly atmosphere. Every employee is also granted stock options when they join the team, incenting our teams to gel on a common goal of organic growth by providing exceptional results for our clients.  

When we survey our employees to dig into why they joined the team here at Vision Critical, the unanimous response is for the opportunity that lies ahead. Our employees are limited only by themselves when it comes to career growth. Case in point?  It's been rare for one our receptionists to be in his/her role for more than six months before being promoted to another role in the organization.

About BC's Top 50 Employers
Now entering its fifth year, BC's Top Employers is an annual competition organized by the editors of Canada's Top 100 Employers. This special designation recognizes the British Columbia employers that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work. http://www.canadastop100.com/bc/

Posted on October 20, 2008
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