Workplace wellness excellence
DANIA BEACH, Fla. — Nov. 26, 2024
Some of the company's efforts include:
"This certification demonstrates FirstService Residential's commitment to sustainable solutions, extending beyond the communities we serve to include our own offices," said Kelly Dougherty, president of FirstService Energy, the company's energy advisory subsidiary.
"We hold our workplaces to the same high standards of health and wellness that we champion for residents in the communities we serve, creating environments where our associates can thrive," she added.
CEO David Diestel, celebrated this significant milestone with the team during a ribbon-cutting ceremony and a "day of wellness" at the Manhattan office on Nov. 21. He stated, "We continue to invest in New York City, more optimistic than ever about the growth and importance of this world-class urban market. Our flagship office here serves as a crucial meeting point for our associates, realtors, owners, and clients, bringing the local community and the industry together."
Stephen Dunmore, president of FirstService Residential New York added, "Our associates are at the heart of everything we do, and their well-being is integral to our success. Achieving WELL Certified™ Gold reflects our dedication to creating a workplace that supports their health and wellness, empowering them to continue delivering exceptional service to the property teams and communities we proudly manage across NYC."
This accomplishment builds on FirstService Residential's reputation as a people-first organization. Recently, Indeed named the company a Work Wellbeing 100 Company, further emphasizing FirstService's industry leadership in creating a workplace where their associates feel valued and supported.
Read the full press release here.
FirstService Residential's New York City office achieves WELL Certified™ Gold
FirstService Residential, North America's leading property management company, proudly announced that its New York headquarters in Manhattan is WELL Certified™ Gold. This certification is awarded by the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), and it recognizes companies' commitment to prioritizing health, wellness, and productivity in the workplace.Some of the company's efforts include:
- Advanced air sensors that monitor air quality and notify staff when action must be taken
- Filtered drinking water that exceeds typical benchmarks
- Incorporating plants and greenery through a partnership with local florist QG Floral + Landscape
"This certification demonstrates FirstService Residential's commitment to sustainable solutions, extending beyond the communities we serve to include our own offices," said Kelly Dougherty, president of FirstService Energy, the company's energy advisory subsidiary.
"We hold our workplaces to the same high standards of health and wellness that we champion for residents in the communities we serve, creating environments where our associates can thrive," she added.
CEO David Diestel, celebrated this significant milestone with the team during a ribbon-cutting ceremony and a "day of wellness" at the Manhattan office on Nov. 21. He stated, "We continue to invest in New York City, more optimistic than ever about the growth and importance of this world-class urban market. Our flagship office here serves as a crucial meeting point for our associates, realtors, owners, and clients, bringing the local community and the industry together."
Stephen Dunmore, president of FirstService Residential New York added, "Our associates are at the heart of everything we do, and their well-being is integral to our success. Achieving WELL Certified™ Gold reflects our dedication to creating a workplace that supports their health and wellness, empowering them to continue delivering exceptional service to the property teams and communities we proudly manage across NYC."
This accomplishment builds on FirstService Residential's reputation as a people-first organization. Recently, Indeed named the company a Work Wellbeing 100 Company, further emphasizing FirstService's industry leadership in creating a workplace where their associates feel valued and supported.
Read the full press release here.