Summary: Great Lakes Dental Technologies has earned the Certified Evergreen designation from the Tugboat Institute, recognizing its commitment to long-term sustainability, ethical business practices, and employee ownership. The certification highlights Great Lakes’ dedication to strategic growth, job security, and responsible business practices within the Evergreen framework.
Key Takeaways:
- Great Lakes’ Certified Evergreen status affirms its commitment to sustainability, ethical business practices, and employee ownership.
- The Tugboat Institute provides support and best practices for private businesses that prioritize long-term growth and responsible leadership.
Great Lakes Dental Technologies announced that it has earned the Certified Evergreen designation from the Tugboat Institute after completing a meticulous assessment process.
The Tugboat Institute is a membership organization that brings together Evergreen companies across industry sectors to share best practices and unique insights.
Commitment to Sustainability and Ethical Practices
“As an employee-owned company, becoming Certified Evergreen is a natural progression for Great Lakes,” said John Ende, Great Lakes president and chief executive officer. “Great Lakes embodies principles of long-term sustainability and consistent commitment to social, ethical, and economical practices.”
Evergreen Companies must represent a high standard of business excellence based on seven principles that include: purpose, perseverance, people first, private ownership, profit, paced growth, and pragmatic innovation.
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Employee Ownership and Long-Term Vision
“Great Lakes employee owners believe in a shared vision in which the ESOP unites all of us in our planning, execution, and success,” said Ende. “It encourages strategic long-term decision-making which in turn leads to more job security, more engaged and committed colleagues, and continued sustainability.”
The Tugboat Institute is based in Sun Valley, Idaho, providing Evergreen companies support, expertise, and guidance in building and scaling private, profitable businesses. It shares best practices, develops content, hosts gatherings, and creates in-person and online learning opportunities for Evergreen leaders and their teams.