From staff reports

The Sioux Empire Society for Human Resource Management is taking nominations for its 2017 Workplace Excellence Awards.

It recognizes businesses that:

• Embody a friendly culture.
• Promote a great work/life balance.
• Use innovative communication techniques.
• Consistently honor those who go “above and beyond.”
• Empower team members with personal and professional development skills.

The awards also acknowledge companies or organizations that have made significant strides in employee practices to establish a highly desirable work environment, recognizing them for their leadership, culture and best practices.

Click here to nominate employers in three size categories.

The deadline to nominate is Sept. 1. Awards will be presented at the fall South Dakota Safety & Health Conference. Direct questions to Miranda Bunde at [email protected].