Ingredients for a Best Place to Work: Unlike other companies that may just say they have an open-door policy, Pinnacle Designs (asi/78140) actually means it. That’s part of the reason the company is fully in the office. “The open-door policy matters with our leadership and every individual,” says Monique Nigorizawa-Salvatier, Pinnacle’s director of sales and marketing. “The energy, collaboration and support for each other wouldn’t be there without everyone showing up.”

All that collaboration and energy helps employees really value their time at work, giving them an ownership mentality and a focus on the company’s success. Everyone works hard to reach their goals, and then shares in the rewards. But the Pinnacle team also embraces challenges. “Days aren’t meant to be perfect, but it’s a perfect opportunity to learn and grow,” Nigorizawa-Salvatier says. “It’s not a win unless everyone wins and we feel we have done our best. There’s pride in every project and making it our best.”

Top Benefits & Perks: Pinnacle is a pro at company celebrations. Every win comes with an event, which means the team is celebrating between 14 and 16 times throughout the year, Nigorizawa-Salvatier says. “We break bread, play games, have little competitions and celebrate together,” she says. “… We couldn’t celebrate without everyone’s hard work. We feel appreciated!”

And that’s on top of holiday celebrations for every holiday. At Pinnacle, if you’re not working, you’re probably partying with your family of coworkers.