Walker Sands Named a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune, Celebrating Continued Cultural Excellence

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Walker Sands, an integrated B2B growth services agency, has been named a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune, recognizing the agency as one of the best places to work in Chicagoland.

The list is compiled solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by employee engagement technology partner Energage. The confidential survey uniquely measures the employee experience and its component themes, including employees feeling respected, supported, enabled to grow and empowered to execute, among others.

“Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor for companies, especially because it comes authentically from their employees,” said Eric Rubino, Energage CEO. “That's something to be proud of. In today's market, leaders must ensure they’re allowing employees to have a voice and be heard. That's paramount. Top Workplaces do this, and it pays dividends.”

The agency’s people-first culture thrives on diverse perspectives and shared values so employees can bring their authentic selves to the workplace each day. From its outcome-based marketing philosophy to its values of “Learn, Support, Do,” Walker Sands strives to foster an environment where collaboration and curiosity come together to drive real impact.

Walker Sands’ commitment to employees is reflected in policies that promote balance, belonging, and growth. The agency supports its team through flexible PTO, family-friendly benefits, hybrid-first work models, five-year sabbaticals, Employee Resource Groups and robust DEI initiatives. Continuous learning is woven into the culture through mentorship programs and both formal and informal professional development opportunities. Walker Sands fosters connection and fun beyond work through regular events and community-building activities.

“At Walker Sands, our people have always been the heart of our success,” said Allison Ward, Chief People Officer at Walker Sands. “When every team member feels trusted, supported and inspired, they create exceptional work that accelerates growth for our clients and the firm. This honor and recognition from The Chicago Tribune affirms the culture our team works hard to sustain every day.”

To learn more about our award-winning workplace, visit https://www.walkersands.com/careers/.

About Walker Sands

Walker Sands is an integrated B2B growth services agency with expertise in strategy, data, content, creative, strategic communications and digital marketing. The agency’s Outcome-based Marketing approach helps B2B brands grow, build reputation, generate demand, drive engagement and strengthen market position. A 10-time Inc. 5000 honoree, Walker Sands is one of the fastest-growing B2B agencies in the world, proudly serving 100+ clients from offices in Chicago, Seattle and Boston. Learn more at walkersands.com.

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Energage is a purpose-driven company that helps organizations turn employee feedback into useful business intelligence and credible employer recognition through Top Workplaces. Built on 18 years of culture research and the results from 27 million employees surveyed across more than 70,000 organizations, Energage delivers the most accurate competitive benchmark available. With access to a unique combination of patented analytic tools and expert guidance, Energage customers lead the competition with an engaged workforce and an opportunity to gain recognition for their people-first approach to culture. For more information or to nominate your organization, visit energage.com or topworkplaces.com.