Quotes on the nominees

Alarms Security Networks — “We are a small family that excels at helping our customers and the community as a whole.”

Allied Waste — “Allied Waste is not just a company, we are a family.”

AmeriSchools Academy — “Great things continue to happen at our school, and it's because the founders/administration allow teachers to make learning fun, hands-on and creative.”

Bureau of Reclamation — “The Bureau of Reclamation's Yuma employees have numerous opportunities to embrace a healthy work/life balance, including flexible work schedules, family-friendly leave, an onsite fitness center and lunchtime training through Toastmaster meetings.”

Desert Veterinary Clinic — “There really is no other place I would or could work.”

DPE Construction — “The people here are the nicest people to work with. It's like working with your best friend, and it's all because of the owner.”

ERA-Matt Fischer — “It is a positive environment with education and tools provide to succeed, even in today's ‘tough' market.”

Dr. Grace J. Lee, DDS — “Dr. Lee makes us all feel important and valued. She makes going to work worthwhile and pleasant.”

Hospice Compassus — “Everyone works as a team; there is no ‘I' in this company. Management takes time to listen and do teaching.”

JJM Resort/Radisson Hotel Yuma — “This has been the best place to work since Day 1. The respect, kindness and encouragement is extraordinary.”

Lowe's — “We are united, We work together. We rock!!”

PPEP Inc. — “PPEP is a very diligent and focused organization that believes in improving farmworkers' and their dependents' lives by giving them the opportunity to succeed and know their full potential with the job readiness and training programs offered.”

National Bank of Arizona — “National Bank of Arizona is always there for customers and employees.”

RDO Equipment — “We are like family, truthfully, and we sincerely love and care for one another. Like family, we may not always get along or like each other, but we have each other's back when push comes to shove.”

Regional Center for Border Health — “Great place where we work together and act as a family.”

The Barbershop — “I love working at The Barbershop because it's a great place not only to get a great haircut but to hang around and have a good time.”

Yuma Branch Campus of Northern Arizona University — “The faculty and staff work together as a team dedicated to the success of our students in an atmosphere of congeniality and cooperation.”

Western Arizona Council of Governments — “It is a pleasant and friendly environment. I feel at home with my co-workers, being that I spend the majority of my time at work.”

Women's Health Specialists — “It's a great feeling to get up in the morning and not have to say, ‘I hate my job.' The doctors are so awesome. They treat the employees with respect and caring.”

Yuma Community Food Bank — “Between 12 staff personnel, we help out almost 20,000 people a month in the community that are food insecure.”

Yuma Fire Department — “The Yuma Fire Department exists to instill a sense of safety, security and pride in those we serve, and we do this through professional and timely response to Yuma's needs.”

Yuma Private Industry Council — “Even though I am new to the Yuma Private Industry Council, I can already see what a great work environment it has. Every employee here has a smile on their face every morning.”

Yuma Rehabilitation Hospital — “They are most accommodating to all their employees, which, in turn, makes for a pleasant working environment.”