Donlen has been recognized by the National Association for Business Resources (NABR) as one of Chicago's Best and Brightest Companies to Work For for the second year in a row, the fleet management company announced.

The 2016 winning companies were selected by an independent research firm that evaluates each company's entry in the following categories: Compensation, Benefits and Employee Solutions; Employee Enrichment, Engagement and Retention; Employee Education and Development; Recruitment, Selection and Orientation; Employee Achievement and Recognition; Communication and Shared Vision; Diversity and Inclusion; Work-Life Balance; Community Initiatives; Strategic Company Performance, and the Best of the Best Small Business, Medium Business and Large Business.

"At Donlen, employee satisfaction is one of our core values and we work hard to ensure each employee is provided multiple opportunities for development," said Kelly Elliott, Donlen’s human resources business partner. "We have promoted a culture that empowers our employees to grow and be successful. To be recognized by the Chicago's Best and Brightest organization and our employees for our efforts is gratifying and an honor for all of us at Donlen."

“Profitability and stability is essential for businesses in today’s economic climate. Companies that recognize that their employees are the key to their success achieve staying power. Our 2016 winners create their human resource standards to ensure employee satisfaction and they set standards for every business to aspire toward,” said Jennifer Kluge, president and CEO of MBPA. “We are proud to honor this year’s winners.”

Winners will be honored at a symposium and awards celebration on Friday, July 15, 2016, at the Chicago Marriott Southwest at Burr Ridge. For more information, visit the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For website.