COLCHESTER, Conn. — InCord has once again been recognized as one of the Hartford Courant’s Top Workplaces, earning the Manufacturing Industry Award along with recognition for Purpose & Values, Employee Well-Being, and Employee Appreciation.
InCord has received this award every year since 2011. The recognition is based on employee feedback about leadership, workplace culture, communication, and the overall employee experience.
The Manufacturing Industry Award recognizes organizations that have built people-first workplace cultures within the manufacturing sector, highlighting employers that create environments where employees can grow, contribute, and thrive.
For InCord, the recognition reflects a culture intentionally built around its people, purpose, and values.
“Thirty years ago, the founders of InCord had a vision: to create an exemplary workplace where employees feel safe, valued, and empowered,” said Meredith Ritz Shay, CEO & Owner of InCord. “We believe in focusing on people and process, delivering quality products, and always doing the right thing. Thank you to our employees for believing in this vision and bringing it to life every day. To our customers, thank you for your trust and partnership. We believe that when employees feel valued and empowered, our customers experience the difference.”
At InCord, employees are at the heart of the organization. The company’s Purpose & Values Award recognizes organizations that successfully bring their mission and values to life through their workplace culture. InCord’s additional Employee Well-Being Award recognizes its commitment to supporting employee well-being, while the Employee Appreciation Award celebrates organizations that demonstrate gratitude for their employees and their contributions.
“These awards are especially meaningful because they come from our employees,” said Shay. “Our culture isn’t something we simply put on paper. It is something we build together every day.”
Why People Love Working at InCord
The Top Workplaces recognition allows employees to share what makes their workplace meaningful. InCord employees describe their experience in their own words:
“I look forward to coming into work and solving problems with my coworkers. They are incredible individuals and I feel honored to work beside them.”
“Every project is meaningful and rewarding. I love to see my work as a building block within a process to support the work of others.”
Located in Colchester, Connecticut, InCord is committed to creating a workplace where people can grow, connect, and make a difference. Employees have opportunities to participate in wellness workshops, community outreach and volunteer activities, professional development, and company events that foster connection within InCord. Through a collaborative and supportive team environment, InCord encourages employees to contribute their ideas, support one another, and take pride in their work. The company strives to create meaningful career opportunities where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best.
