Ingredients for a Best Place to Work: At Top 40 distributor Zorch (asi/366078), there are no silos. “Everyone is encouraged to contribute, and their opinions are valued,” says CEO Mike Wolfe.

Such an open-door culture, in which team members always have opportunities to expand roles and responsibilities for greater career success, helps fuel employee happiness.

So does the company’s flexibility: Zorch has a hybrid work schedule that allows for what the firm says is important in-person collaboration and the ability to routinely work from home. “We went to this in 2021, and we’re still operating it, so it appears we made the right decision,” Wolfe notes.

Not be overlooked: Wolfe says Zorch has a successful strategy for sustained growth, focusing primarily on large program business. That’s led to business expansion that’s fostered a sense of stability – and excitement – among employees.

Top Benefits & Perks: “We provide a well-rounded package to attract and retain the best talent in the industry,” states Wolfe. “In addition to having several social events throughout the year (which are determined by team members), we offer paid maternity leave and zero-deductible medical insurance.”

Three Words That Describe Zorch: “I can think of one that really best describes our company: ‘Openness,’” says Wolfe. “Communication between all levels of the company is frequent, candid, and extremely valued by everyone, which makes the overall culture more dynamic and less stressful.”