As we celebrate this recognition, we’re reminded of the hard work and dedication of our incredible team members. Our commitment to empowering them with the tools, resources, and opportunities they need to grow both personally and professionally has led to an impressive 85 Employee Net Promoter Score (eNPS), placing us in the top 10% of companies worldwide.

At NWN, fostering a growth-mindset is at the heart of everything we do. From our leadership team to our new hires, we are dedicated to prioritizing the growth and development of our team members, creating an environment of teamworks, innovation, and integrity.

What Sets Us Apart in 2024

We stand out from the rest by focusing on:

• A commitment to investing in our employees’ professional growth with world-class training programs and mentorship programs.
• Empowering our leadership to support all employees through continuous upskilling for all company leaders.
• Creating a culture of collaboration and innovation.

The Awards Go to Our Amazing Team-Members

This year, we ranked 38^th Globally for the Best Leadership, acknowledging our exceptional leadership team, who prioritize the well-being and growth of our team members. This commitment is demonstrated in the extensive hands-on involvement of our leadership teams in our talent development programs. In our Empower program, our executives sponsor teams of cross-functional high potential employees to research and solution for a current business challenge. This collaboration between senior leadership and high potential employees is at the heart of creating an environment where all employees are encouraged to innovate, think differently, and provide the best outcomes for internal and external customers. 

The 2024 Best Company for Career Growth award highlights our company’s commitment to investing in our employees’ professional development, providing a range of opportunities for learning and growth. This year we ranked 45^th Globally for Large Organizations. To us, this is about addressing all talent needs of the organization across the employee lifecycle, from early career to senior leadership. In the last two years, we have graduated 26 employees from across the organization from our Empower program aimed at developing our next generation of leaders with extensive leadership and business-centric training. All managers at the company have participated in a foundational leadership training program aimed at ensuring all leaders have the skills and resources to support their teams and functions. With the launch of our employee resource groups, including Stronger TogetHER and Veterans United, we have elevated several team members into Executive Chair and Director roles supporting these communities. The Professional Development Director role specifically looks to meet the unique needs of the communities in creating a space for continuous growth. This Fall, we are excited to launch Unite, our premier development program focused on aspiring executives. Looking to the future, NWN is excited to continue to expand our training and development efforts to fully address the entire span of the employee lifecycle. This includes more targeted efforts towards early talent, supporting management in a growth-oriented environment, and more.

Our Internal eNPS Scorecard & Methodology

Our NPS score of 85 puts us in the top 10% of companies worldwide, outperforming many industry leaders. This scorecard demonstrates our commitment to creating a positive work environment, supporting our team members’ growth, and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.

What This All Really Means

This recognition solidifies our commitment to investing in our team members’ development, providing them with the resources they need to succeed and grow within the company. This means more opportunities for leadership, learning, and professional development. We aspire to have tailor-made development programs that match the talent needs of NWN with the unique talents of our employees.

As we look to the future, we’re excited to continue fostering a culture that values our people and enables them to thrive. We’re committed to staying ahead of the curve, innovating, and adapting to meet the evolving needs of our clients and partners. With this recognition, we’re proud to reaffirm our commitment to providing a world-class experience for our team members, clients, and partners alike.

By emphasizing our values of teamwork, innovation, and growth, we’re confident that our company will continue to be a place where employees can grow, learn, and thrive.