Sandy, Utah – December 11, 2025 – Stratus HR is proud to announce that it has once again been honored as a “Best Company to Work For” by Utah Business Magazine. This marks the latest in a long history of recognition after Stratus HR first earned the award in 2019 and has since been acknowledged as a Best Company to Work For in 2020, 2021, 2023, 2024, and now, 2025.
“Receiving this recognition is not just a win for Stratus, it’s a win for every person who shows up to do meaningful work each day,” said John Farnsworth, CEO of Stratus HR. “Our people – their dedication, professionalism, and heart – are why we stand out. We don’t just preach workplace excellence; we live it.”
The award process for Best Companies to Work For started with a survey where employees provided anonymous feedback. The company was evaluated on factors such as flexibility, pay equity, benefits, work-life balance, vacation time, community engagement, management quality, and overall work environment, and then compared to similar-sized organizations throughout the state. Due to the size of Stratus, 100% participation in the survey was required.
“This is an achievement that highlights both the dedication of our people and honest employee engagement,” said Chase Heywood, President and COO of Stratus. “We have a collective commitment to culture, growth, and mutual respect. It reminds us that when you prioritize people, success naturally follows – for employees and clients alike.”
Stratus HR emphasizes the belief that employees are their greatest asset. They invest in a variety of employee recognition, development, and well-being platforms to enhance the employee experience. These include monthly wellness incentives, Teams engagement contests, company parties, monthly “Winning Wednesday” meetings where employees share their “wins” by acknowledging coworkers who have gone above and beyond, and “Employee-of-the-Month” awards that lead to an annual “Employee-of-the-Year” prize where the winner receives an all-expense-paid vacation for two to anywhere in the world!
“Working at Stratus really is a daily boost of positive energy,” added Heywood. “Our leadership remains deeply committed to maintaining a workplace where individuals feel valued, empowered, and inspired to do their best work. It’s a philosophy that guides everything we do, from client service to internal operations.”
The company emphasizes its “Stratus DNA” as a culture of collaboration, support, and excellence. Repeated recognitions from multiple sources that name Stratus HR as both a Utah Best Company and Top Workplace, where input is derived solely from employee feedback, underscore that Stratus’ commitment to its DNA is alive and thriving.
About Stratus HR
Stratus HR® is a leading PEO focused on delivering comprehensive HR outsourcing solutions that solve problems in human resources, workers’ comp, benefits administration, payroll, and HR software.
By partnering with Stratus, organizations gain access to scalable, efficient HR solutions that improve profitability, support compliance, and reduce employment-related risk – all while ensuring a strong employee experience.