MINNEAPOLIS (April 19, 2013) –- Minnesota Business magazine is pleased to announce the companies selected for the second annual 100 Best Companies to Work For awards, saluting Minnesota organizations setting the standard for employee well-being. Visit http://minnesotabusiness.com/100best2013 for the full list.

The 100 Best are chosen using data gathered from an anonymous employee satisfaction survey administered by an independent research group. Only the top Minnesotan companies, as judged in areas such as work environment, employee benefits, employee happiness, and leadership, are selected for inclusion in the list.

All honorees are invited to attend the awards event, hosted by Minnesota Business on June 6 at The Depot in Minneapolis. The event will feature an evening of cocktails, conversation, and keynote speaker David Horsager, author of The Trust Edge and an expert on trust in the business community. The top three companies in each of four categories – small, midsize, large, and nonprofit — will also be announced at the event.

For ticket and table sponsorship information, contact advertising director Sara Ferden at [email protected].

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Minnesota Business inspires and informs small and midsize companies based in the state with events, media, and resources. Launched in 1994 as a newsprint directory, it's evolved into an award-winning glossy monthly, recognized for its dedication to the growth and success of small businesses.