
IDEAL Industries, Inc. is Certified a 2025 Most Loved Workplace®
IDEAL Industries, Inc., a leader in the electrical and power industries, has been recertified as a Most Loved Workplace for 2025 by the Best Practice Institute. The company, based in Sycamore, Illinois, achieved this recognition due to exceptional employment satisfaction rates across four primary categories: CEO, Young Professionals, Career Advancement, and Wellness.
The Most Loved Workplace certifications are awarded to companies that demonstrate competitive compensation, robust employee satisfaction, and a positive workplace culture. According to the Best Practice Institute, organizations recognized as Most Loved Workplaces foster environments where employees feel valued and engaged. This engagement translates into higher productivity and loyalty, ultimately driving the company’s success.
A company-wide survey conducted at IDEAL Industries revealed an impressive 82% participation rate. Employees reported high levels of satisfaction, crediting the company’s flexible work options, commitment to inclusion, and extensive learning and development opportunities. Notably, 76% of respondents expressed engagement with their workplace, surpassing industry benchmarks of 70% for global manufacturers and 73% for family-owned businesses.
Employee sentiment was overwhelmingly positive, with 82% affirming that IDEAL is upholding its core values of kindness, integrity, respect, accountability, growth, and sustainability. Furthermore, 73% of employees indicated their intention to remain with the company, a significant contrast to a 2024 study that found nearly 46% of U.S. employees were contemplating leaving their jobs. An outstanding 88% of participants stated that IDEAL meets or exceeds their expectations.
IDEAL Industries, a family-owned business since its founding in 1916, has built a legacy of innovation and excellence over its 109 years of operation. The company has maintained strong relationships with customers, partners, and stakeholders. It provides a diverse range of products and solutions for the electrical, data communications, industrial, aerospace, and construction markets, with well-known brands such as IDEAL ElectricalTM, Anderson PowerTM, and Enatel®.
In 2024, IDEAL Industries was recognized as one of the Global Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces, achieving honors in categories such as parents and caregivers, LGBTQ+ support, career advancement, and young professionals. The company’s continued recognition as a Most Loved Workplace in 2025 reflects its commitment to maintaining high employee satisfaction and engagement.
For further details about IDEAL Industries, visit their official website at https://www.idealindustries.com/us/en.html.
The Best Practice Institute, based in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, is the certifying body for the Most Loved Workplace designation. It conducts the research necessary to establish the criteria for this recognition. Research indicates that organizations identified as Most Loved Workplaces experience significantly better customer service, employee performance, and retention compared to their counterparts.
As IDEAL Industries continues to prioritize employee well-being and satisfaction, it sets a benchmark for companies across industries, highlighting the importance of a positive workplace culture in today’s competitive landscape.