Rochester, New York – 11/14/2008 - Label World of Rochester, NY has been awarded the Best Workplace in the Americas designation, Best of the Best 2008, for their exemplary human resources practices by Printing Industries of America/Graphic Arts Technical Foundation.  Begun by PIA/GATF to specifically honor printing companies that provide a superior work environment, this year marks the eighth year of the Best Workplace in the Americas program and seventh year Label World has been recognized for its workplace practices.

A panel of highly respected HR professionals with decades of experience in the graphic arts industry reviewed the submissions. All of the winning companies actively show their employees that they care about their work environment, their personal goals and ambitions, as well as the needs of the company.   

Applicants were judged on eight criteria: Management Practices; Work Environment; Training and Development Opportunities; Financial Security; Workplace Health and Safety; Work-Life Balance; Recognition and Rewards; and Health and Wellness Programs. Label World consistently demonstrates high marks in all categories of human relations best practices.

“Once again, we are incredibly proud of the Best of the Best Workplace in America award from PIA,” says John McDermott, President and CEO of Label World. “As the seventh time that we have won the Best of the Best Award in the past eight years, this shows that it is possible to have great workplace practices even in a small company.  Our associates are the foundation for our continued growth and success.  This award recognizes them all.”

Michael Makin, president and CEO of PIA/GATF, agrees.  “This outstanding achievement is testimony to the exemplary practices of Label World.  Congratulations to everyone at Label World.”  

For more information about Label World go to www.labelworldusa.com or contact Rich Battoglia at:
Label World
29 Jet View Drive
Rochester, NY 14624
585-235-0200 X102