DMV.ORG Recognized for Exceptional Company Culture by Entrepreneur.com and CultureIQ

November 05, 2015 16:10 ET

ENCINITAS, CA--DMV.ORG, the nation's largest independent resource for DMV-related information and services, today announced it was selected for inclusion on Entrepreneur's list of Top Company Cultures for 2015. In partnership with culture management software, CultureIQ®, DMV.ORG is recognized for exceptional culture in the small enterprise category from a comprehensive list of U.S.-based businesses exhibiting high-performance cultures.

DMV.ORG places special emphasis on building a conscious company culture that blends tried and true business practices with a best-in-class approach to its programs and perks. Founded on the belief that taking great care of the team and working to create conditions that foster a vital working environment lifts business performance, DMV.ORG introduced numerous programs and practices that underpins its Top Company Culture. A focus on developing its collective corporate emotional intelligence (EQ) and staple programs such as Mindfulness, Wellness and Fitness, an Impact Program, lunch catered by Whole Foods Market, and excellent benefits are some of the basics.

"We believe that a purpose-driven culture rooted in mutual trust, respect, and accountability is foundational to sustainably high company performance," said Bob Kurilko, president & chief operating officer at DMV.ORG. "It all starts with who we invite to be a part of our team. Whereas many companies hire primarily based on skills, we spend the majority of our recruiting focus on attitude and cultural contribution." Kurilko added, "We strongly believe that our corporate character is the driving force behind our elite overall business performance and something we take great care to nurture and develop."

Shiloh Boss, director of organizational development, points out, "As leaders, our job is to create the vital conditions for a healthy culture so that it sustains itself. We pay special attention to ongoing team building and talent development to ensure these conditions are alive and well."

"Creating an entrepreneurial culture is a key priority for business leaders, yet no one until now has really assessed the role culture plays in success," says Ray Hennessey, editorial director of Entrepreneur.com. "This ranking celebrates the dedication that all teams, from entry-level to the C-suite, have in ensuring they are creating vibrant, healthy and sustainable work environments. That's good for employees, investors and customers."

The full list, presenting a total of 75 companies categorized as small, medium or large enterprises, is available on Entrepreneur.com. Core insights, behaviors and attributes that have helped to shape the high-performing cultures presented by the top companies are shared alongside practices to help other companies work on their own workplace environments.

To view DMV.ORG in the full ranking, visit www.entrepreneur.com/TopCultures.

ABOUT DMV.ORG

With over 170 million annual visitors, DMV.ORG is the nation's largest independent resource for DMV-related information, products, and services. Since 1999, DMV.ORG has organized, simplified, and worked to redefine vehicle drivers' relationship with the complex world of the DMV and motor vehicle compliance. With driver's tests, forms libraries, insurance, registration, office finders, and industry-leading partner services, the company's digital publishing house empowers drivers with what they need to reduce their time in line at their state agency and free up more time in their lives. DMV.ORG is a privately-owned digital publishing house located in Encinitas, California. Learn more: www.dmv.org.

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