AWARD-WINNING: COMPREI NAMED ONE OF AUSTRIA'S BEST EMPLOYERS

Major success for comprei: The Villach-based company, located in tpv Technologiepark Villach, has been named Austria's Best Employer in the prestigious Great Place to Work® competition.

On May 15, 2025, the ARIANA event location in Vienna’s Seestadt Aspern transformed into the meeting place of the HR elite. Under the motto "For All Stars Night,"Great Place to Work® (GPTW) celebrated Austria's top employers for the 23rd time — among them, comprei, which took 1st place in the "Medium" category (100–249 employees).

A GALA NIGHT THAT MAKES VALUES VISIBLE

Around 400 guests from business, media, and politics gathered to celebrate the winning companies. Host Barbara Fleißner and GPTW Managing Director Jörg Spreitzer guided attendees through the festive evening, honoring employers known for their outstanding employee-centered culture.

For comprei, the evening was a strong confirmation of its path: flat hierarchies, transparent communication, and continuous development shape the company culture.

MORE THAN A TROPHY: COMPANY CULTURE AS A SUCCESS FACTOR

The gala not only presented awards but also offered inspiring insights. In keynote talks, jury members shared current research on the effects of excellent workplace culture. The conclusion: companies with strong culture can see up to double the revenue growth compared to the average. Successful employers act not out of self-interest, but from deep conviction.

WHY COMPREI WON – THE AWARD IN DETAIL

The "Medium" category (100–249 employees) highlights mid-sized companies — often the backbone of Austria's economy — that combine professional structures with a family-like atmosphere.

What makes comprei stand out:

• Trust as a leadership principle: Decisions are made transparently. Employees are informed about goals, key figures, and context.
• Clear processes, short paths: Agile methods ensure even complex cleanroom projects are handled efficiently.
• Lifelong learning, by default: A set training budget and internal cleanroom education help every employee build expertise.
• Health & safety at the core: Ergonomic workstations, state-of-the-art cleanroom protective gear, and regular health screenings ensure employee well-being.

In the 2025 Trust Index™, comprei achieved a top score of 96% — meaning 9 out of 10 employees would recommend their employer. This is far above Austria’s national average of around 55%.

GREAT PLACE TO WORK® – THE METHOD BEHIND THE SEAL

Great Place to Work® is an international research and consulting firm that recognizes exceptional workplace cultures. The core of the process is the anonymous Trust Index™ employee survey, which measures key aspects like leadership credibility, fairness, mutual respect, employee pride, and team spirit.

The Culture Audit™, which evaluates documented HR and leadership practices, is also part of the assessment. Only those who excel in both areas receive the GPTW certification. Of those certified, only a small number make it onto the annual Best Workplaces™ lists.

A MARK OF QUALITY – FOR EMPLOYEES, CLIENTS, AND PARTNERS

The Great Place to Work® Certified™ seal is an independent quality mark — based on authentic team feedback, not marketing brochures. Studies show: award-winning employers benefit from greater innovation, lower turnover, and better business outcomes.

You can find more information about the methodology on the official GPTW website.

The Best Workplace™ Austria award for comprei is a powerful signal — not just for the company itself, but also for Villach as a business location. tpv Technologiepark Villach congratulates comprei warmly. The award demonstrates the future potential of companies in the region — and that living values are a central success factor.