Ingredients for a Best Place to Work: Building an empowering team culture means that support must come from all angles, says TCAG (asi/170136) CEO Jim Harker. On the employee side, a backup system for every team member and department allows for a true sense of work-life balance, especially when it comes to taking time off without worrying about the work left behind. Equally crucial, though, he adds is easy access to a leadership team that prioritizes respect, communication and listening to feedback. “Our strength comes from our people, our processes and the trust we place in both,” he says. “When people feel trusted and supported, they do their best work, and that is what ultimately makes TCAG a great place to be.”

The TCAG (asi/170136) team enjoys a trip to Las Vegas.

Top Benefits & Perks: The magic word when it comes to TCAG perks is flexibility, Harker says. That’s true across the board, whether investing in employee personal development, prioritizing work environments where employees are most productive or offering a vacation policy focused on trust, rather than tracking specific days off. “Our goal is to give team members the tools, opportunities and support they need to grow with TCAG,” he adds.

Parting Tip: “Culture isn’t created through perks,” Harker says. “It’s built through consistent behavior, accountability and leadership that genuinely cares about the people on the team. We’re intentional about communication, stay people-focused and build trust by doing what we say we will. It took many years for the company to get this right, and we still work on it each day.”

If TCAG Were a TV Show, It Would Be Ted Lasso. “We believe in supporting people, helping them unlock their potential and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and motivated to contribute,” Harker says.