Information Experts

Information Experts Honored for its Culture of Care

Recognizing Information Experts’ dedication to and support of its employees, Helios HR names Information Experts as a finalist for the 2009 Apollo Awards.

RESTON, VIRGINIA, April 13, 2009—When Marissa Levin first founded Information Experts, she committed herself to building a company that valued its employees as much as its clients. That commitment is still espoused in Information Experts’ values: Competence, Innovation, Value-Creation, Teamwork, Clarity & Precision, Accountability and Quality—Quality of Life Inside the Company, Quality of Life Outside the Company, and Quality of Products and Services.

Long recognized for its quality of products and services, Information Experts is today being recognized for the quality of life its employees enjoy by being named as a finalist in the 2009 Helios HR Apollo Awards. The Apollo Awards, presented by Helios HR, recognize Washington-area organizations that promote employee development.

“This recognition is such an honor for Information Experts,” said Marissa Levin, Information Experts CEO. “We are very proud and protective of our unique corporate culture.” “At Information Experts, we have always been committed to nurturing and re-investing in our employees financially, emotionally, intellectually, and professionally,” continued Levin. “We are committed to giving them the tools and opportunities to create their career paths, stretch their goals, and reach their potential. This ultimately improves the entire organization, drives exceptional customer service, and enables us to exceed customer expectations.”

The Apollo Award honors organizations of all sizes that show marked success in developing an ongoing culture of employee support and development. This includes creating development opportunities for employees, providing the resources for managers and employees to participate in a robust performance management program, as well as the quantifiable affect the employee development initiatives have on the organization.

“We had a tremendous increase in nominations this year, ” said Kathy Albarado, president & CEO of Helios HR. “This growth illustrates that even during these tough economic times companies remain dedicated to creating an environment where employees are given the opportunity to learn and develop. We congratulate all of the finalists on their achievement.” “Too often, companies see reducing benefits and employee development opportunities as a means of increasing profits,” added Ms. Levin. “The biggest returns come from investing in your employees and their future.”

Award finalists and winners will be recognized at a breakfast ceremony on June 5, 2009, from 7:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. at the Fairview Park Marriott in Falls Church. Best practices in employee development will also be shared at the event. Program sponsors include Jackson Lewis, The Potomac Companies, Foster, Soltoff & Love, Albo & Oblon, the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG), Market Connections, Hinge, CSI, SpeakerBox, the Washington chapter of the American Society of Training and Development (ASTD), NOVA SHRM, Dulles SHRM and Human Resource Association of the National Capital Area.

A complete list of finalists and registration information is available at www.helioshr.com/Apollo-Awards.php.

About Information Experts
Information Experts is an award-winning strategic consulting firm offering integrated communication solutions to commercial, public sector and not-for-profit organizations. Our services help clients bridge the gap between vision and mission fulfillment through all facets of internal and external communications including branding, messaging, education, Websites and outreach materials. Clients look to Information Experts for help defining their position in the marketplace, maximizing their human capital potential, and reaching new and potential customers in forward facing and relevant ways. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in the metropolitan Washington, D.C. area, Information Experts is an 8(a) certified, woman-owned business serving the needs of clients across the United States, in Europe and the Middle East.

About Helios HR
Helios HR provides outsourced HR services that optimize your workforce and HR operations. With Helios, you’ll gain a strategic business partner focused on your company’s culture, growth, strategy and budget. For more information visit us at www.helioshr.com.