St. Louis-based KAI Enterprises is honored to announce its recognition as a Top Workplace by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch for the fourth consecutive year. This prestigious award is based solely on employee feedback collected through a confidential survey conducted by employee engagement technology partner Energage, LLC.
The survey measures various aspects of the employee experience, including themes such as feeling respected and supported, being enabled to grow, and being empowered to execute their roles effectively.
“Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor for companies, especially because it comes authentically from their employees,” said Eric Rubino, Energage CEO. “That’s something to be proud of. In today’s market, leaders must ensure they’re allowing employees to have a voice and be heard. That’s paramount. Top Workplaces do this, and it pays dividends.”
KAI Enterprises, a minority-owned firm specializing in the design and construction of community-focused projects, places a high priority on diverse perspectives and actively fosters a work environment where architects, engineers, interior designers, builders, and support staff feel respected, included, and valued.
“We are incredibly proud to receive this recognition from our employees for the fourth year in a row,” said KAI CEO Michael B. Kennedy. “This honor reflects our commitment to creating a comfortable, diverse, and supportive atmosphere where our employees can excel and shine as individuals. Our team is at the heart of everything we do, and this acknowledgment confirms that our efforts are making a meaningful impact. We deeply appreciate the dedication and passion our employees bring to their work every day, and this award is a testament to their collective contributions.”
Here’s how KAI’s employees responded anonymously on the survey:
“My team is amazing—they are supportive and encouraging. It is a community growing towards a common goal and challenging all members to reach their highest potential. They were able to make what we do every day interesting and engaging.”
“KAI has a work culture where leadership treats employees as valued team members.”
“I get to see direct results on how my job betters the community.”
“I am able to maintain a peaceful work life balance while working on projects that are purposeful.”
“Great people, growth opportunities, training, amazing culture, great team environment, great projects, meaningful projects that transform communities, diversity and inclusion.”