Top Workplaces special awards for leadership, values, flexibility and more May 8, 2026 May 8, 2026 0 Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Four Richmond-area company officials have been recognized for leadership on this year’s Top Workplaces list.In the Largest Companies category, the winner was Webb Estes, president and COO at Estes Express Lines.Khalid Reede Jones, executive director of the Virginia Lottery, earned the title in the Large Companies category.The winner in the Midsize Companies category is I. Lee Chapman IV, president and CEO of Davenport & Company LLC.Robyn Jennings, founder and CEO of Lighthouse Behavioral Health Center, earned the top leadership award for the Small Companies category. People are also reading… Neglected Chesterfield landfill needs $173 million to prevent environmental 'catastrophe' Best Site to Buy Instagram Followers + Free IG Followers Trial Multiple fights at John Marshall HS graduation lead to arrests Iconic Westhampton bakery is moving to Henrico after 74 years Richmond judges refer courthouse dispute to the Virginia Supreme Court ICYMI: Four music venues from Richmond's past that hosted legendary acts Flying Squirrels owner sues Diamond District developer for defamation 'We felt like we were in a death trap': Survivors describe deadly I-95 bus crash Spanberger: Reviving vetoed bills in a budget would be an 'abuse of the process' Update: Police ID victims, driver in deadly I-95 bus crash Gov. Spanberger removes rector from Virginia Tech Board of Visitors Bankrupt Shoosmith landfill accused of illegally dumping wastewater into sewer ‘I will not resign’: Rocovich challenges Spanberger, Republicans push back on dismissal VCU, city strike long-awaited deal to sell Sports Backers Stadium Virginia headed for small recession, Weldon Cooper forecast says Other special award winners are as follows:DIRECTIONCRITERIA: “I believe this company is going in the right direction.”HITT Contracting MANAGERSCRITERIA: “My manager helps me learn and grow. My manager cares about my concerns.”Genworth and CareScout NEW IDEASCRITERIA: “New ideas are encouraged at this company.” RTS Labs DOERS CRITERIA: “At this company, we do things efficiently and well.”A. Morton Thomas and Associates, Inc. MEANINGFULNESSCRITERIA: “My job makes me feel like I am part of something meaningful.”Enhabit Home Health & Hospice VALUES CRITERIA: “This company operates by strong values.”C&F Financial Corporation CLUED IN SENIOR MANAGEMENT CRITERIA: “Senior managers understand what is really happening at this company.”Monument Consulting COMMUNICATIONCRITERIA: “I feel well-informed about important decisions at this company.”Independent Container Line (ICL) APPRECIATIONCRITERIA: “I feel genuinely appreciated at this company.” Mungo Homes WORK/LIFE FLEXIBILITYCRITERIA: “I have the flexibility I need to balance my work and personal life.”EMS Ventures: EMS of VA, MySpectrum Counseling & Coaching WELL-BEINGCRITERIA: “This company does a great job of prioritizing employee well-being.”Alliant Insurance Services (Virginia Region) BENEFITSCRITERIA: “I am very satisfied with my benefits package.”Town of Ashland, VA 0 Comments Love 0 Funny 0 Wow 0 Sad 0 Angry 0 Be the first to know Get local news delivered to your inbox! Sign up! * I understand and agree that registration on or use of this site constitutes agreement to its user agreement and privacy policy. Related to this story Most Popular Mungo Homes wins first place in large company Founded by Steve Mungo, Mungo Homes is a top workplace promoting team well-being through open communication, fun activities, and community eng… Davenport & Company wins first place in midsize company Since 1863, Davenport & Company offers financial advising services with employee ownership, longevity focus, and community engagement in M… DPR Construction wins third place for midsize company DPR Construction, a general contractor in Glen Allen, prioritizes employee recognition, career growth, well-being, and community connections t… Genworth and CareScout win second place for largest company Genworth Financial, Inc. and CareScout prioritize employee well-being, career growth, and flexibility in workplace culture at their Richmond-b… Lighthouse Behavioral Health Center wins third place for small company Lighthouse BH Center offers outpatient therapy for mental health conditions with a people-first approach, emphasizing growth, well-being, and …
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