Malco one of just 1,500 U.S.-based Top Workplaces determined solely by employee feedback
ANNANDALE, MINN. (March 21, 2025) — Malco Tools, one of the nation’s leading solution developers and manufacturers of high-quality tools for the HVAC and building construction trades, announces it has earned the 2025 Top Workplaces USA award, making it just one of 1,500 companies across the country to earn this top recognition.
Top Workplaces USA celebrates organizations with 150 or more employees that have built great cultures. Results are calculated by comparing the survey’s research-based statements, including 15 Culture Drivers that predict high performance against industry benchmarks.
“At Malco, we believe that a strong workplace culture is the foundation of our success. This recognition is especially meaningful because it reflects the voices of our employees—the people who make Malco a great place to work every day. We are proud to foster an environment where our team feels valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work,” said Kirk Langbehn, vice president of people operations at The Malco Group.
Malco’s culture is focused on the company’s core values, which are at the center of every decision. This people- and values-centric approach has created a high level of trust, transparency, accountability, and engagement among the team. Through programs like the company’s “Look Good, Feel Good, Do Good” campaign, Malco has made significant investments in workspaces, safety and training, internal awards, and recognitions. The implementation of several company-wide events and activities focused on strengthening the team and celebrating successes. Additionally, Malco places a high value on doing good in their local communities and has given back thousands of dollars and countless hours of volunteer time to organizations that are meaningful to the team.
“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.”
The Top Workplaces program has a 15-year history of surveying over 20 million employees and recognizing the top organizations across 60 markets for regional Top Workplaces awards.
Published by USA TODAY, over 42,000 organizations were invited to participate in the Top Workplaces USA survey, with just 1,500 earning the achievement. Winners of the Top Workplaces USA list were chosen based solely on employee feedback gathered through a survey issued by Energage.
For more information about Malco Tools, visit www.malcotools.com.
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About Malco Tools, Inc.
Malco Tools, Inc., based in Annandale, Minnesota, is one of the nation’s leading solution developers and manufacturers of a variety of high-quality specialty hand tools for the HVAC and building construction trades. Backed by 75 years of history, these specialized tools are built to last, rigorously tested, and backed by a limited lifetime warranty. Malco earned a Manufacturing Excellence Award from Twin Cities Business Magazine in 2022 and was named the Medium Manufacturer of the Year in 2018 and 2024 by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal. Malco has also been recognized as a Top Workplace by Star Tribune in 2018, 2019, and 2024.
Malco Tools is part of The Malco Group — a leading manufacturer and distributor of high-quality HVACR and building construction products that power the success of businesses, trade pro end users, and homes across North America. For more information about Malco, visit www.malcotools.com.
About Energage
Energage is a purpose-driven company that helps organizations turn employee feedback into useful business intelligence and credible employer recognition through Top Workplaces. Built on 18 years of culture research and the results from 27 million employees surveyed across more than 70,000 organizations, Energage delivers the most accurate competitive benchmark available. With access to a unique combination of patented analytic tools and expert guidance, Energage customers lead the competition with an engaged workforce and an opportunity to gain recognition for their people-first approach to culture. For more information or to nominate your organization, visit energage.com or topworkplaces.com.