2012-11-28 18:22:12 - Midland Information Resources, a global provider of media management solutions, has been awarded the Best Workplace in the Americas designation, Best of the Best 2012, for their exemplary human resources practices.

Davenport, Iowa – November 28, 2012 – PIA looks to specifically honor printing companies that provide a superior work environment. This year marks the thirteenth year of the Best Workplace in the Americas program and the twelfth year Midland has been awarded a Best Workplace recognition.

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.

“Being named The Best of the Best Workplace in America is quite the recognition,” said Laura Soderstrom, Midland’s Human Resources Manager. “Receiving this award for the twelfth straight year is a true sign that we continue to evolve our workplace for all Midland employees and refuse to rest on our laurels. We are very proud of the work we do, and are constantly looking for ways to improve the time employees spend both at the office and outside of the office. We are honored to have received this award and look forward to continuing our pursuit of The Best Workplace in America for years to come.”


Michael Makin, president and CEO of Printing Industries of America, agrees. “Best of the Best winners routinely exhibit the highest commitment to success in many ways, but particularly through their employees. Congratulations to Midland Information Resources.”

About Midland Information Resources: Midland Information Resources is a leading provider of content management, just-in-time digital printing, and fulfillment & distribution solutions to global manufacturers and organizations around the world. Its unique partnership through the International Printers Network (IPN) provides its clients with access to printing facilities around the globe. Midland Information Resources is headquartered in Davenport, IA, with offices in Chicago, IL. For more information, visit www.midlandcorp.com or call 800.232.3696.


About Printing Industries of America: Printing Industries of America is the world's largest graphic arts trade association, representing an industry with approximately one million employees. It serves the interests of more than 10,000 member companies. Together with its nationwide affiliate network, Printing Industries delivers products and services that enhance the growth, efficiency, and profitability of its members and the graphic communications industry through advocacy, education, research, and technical information.

For more information about the Best Workplace in the Americas Awards, contact Jim Kyger at
202-730-7968 or jkyger@printing.org. For more information about Midland Information Resources, contact Jon Blanc at JBlanc@MidlandCorp.com