This list is based on employee feedback gathered by a third-party survey administered by employee engagement technology partner Energage, LLC. The confidential survey measures 15 culture drivers that are critical to the success of any organization including alignment, execution, connection, and more.

All Top Workplaces awards are based solely on employee feedback. There are no subjective elements to the process, making Top Workplaces the most credible, authentic employer recognition program. Top Workplaces are determined on quantitative employee feedback, as well as the statements and demographic information that Energage collects within the Workplace Survey.

“Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor for companies 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 of and be heard.”

About S-One Holdings Corporation

S-One Holdings Corporation is a pioneer in the digital imaging industry and has emblazoned innovation since 1994. Designed from its inception, S-One was structured to partner with major brands and manufacturers who need advanced marketing, an integrated and flexible supply chain, and technical sales capabilities to directly reach the end user and bypass the traditional distributor/dealer methodology. The company is headquartered in Sarasota, Florida. For more information, please visit sone.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. 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, visit energage.com.

From recognizing challenges as an opportunity to pioneer solutions to embracing change by embarking on the evolution of technology to recruiting team members who are not only passionate about their jobs but also compassionate towards individuals in the communities we serve, it is our honor to share our story– unlike any other. Experience S-One by reading the full article here.

“We are honored to be able to give community organizations a platform to share their immediate needs and inform our team members on volunteer opportunities to make a positive impact,” stated Art Lambert, S-One Holdings Corporation Co-Founder.

One of the featured nonprofits at our event included Selah Freedom. This organization confronts the issue of sex trafficking and assists victims of exploitation.

According to a 2022 report, Migration Data Portal estimates 50 million people around the globe were victims of modern slavery. Selah Freedom’s programs focus on awareness, prevention, outreach, residential, and consulting. Team members had the opportunity to learn how to help with programs, as well as make donations such as clothing, linens, and personal hygiene items. Volunteer opportunities in the U.S. are available in the Southeast and the Midwest.

An educational organization at our gathering was Take Stock in Children. The nonprofit offers resources to underserved students in Florida to aid them in graduating from high school, achieving the opportunity to earn a college scholarship, succeeding in college, and earning a degree.

Team members learned how to participate as student mentors to high school students.

“We’re excited to be included in the Big Book of Business and thank our team members for our continued growth,” stated S-One Co-Founder, Art Lambert. “I’m proud of the hard work and innovation of our teams to help our customers meet their needs.”

Business Observer’s research reveals data among nine counties in our region published in Big Book of Business this month. Statistics include those provided by the Florida Legislature, Office of Economic and Demographic Research, which lists Florida’s population as 22,276,132 and also provides data by county.

Here is a snapshot of other data included in the publication. Top County Population is as follows: Hillsborough 1,520,529; Pinellas 972,852; Lee 802,178; Polk 770,019; Pasco 592,669; Sarasota 452,378; Manatee 421,768; Collier 390, 912; and Charlotte 196,742. Population of Largest Cities in the Region* is listed as follows: Tampa 401,152; St. Petersburg 264,220; Cape Coral 208,053; Lakeland 120,279; Clearwater 119,208; Fort Meyers 96,755; Largo 84,286; North Port 81,823; Bradenton 56,957; Sarasota 56,494; Bonita Springs 55,502; Pinellas Park 55,092; and Winer Haven 55,311.

*Source:Florida TaxWatch, Florida’s 70 largest cities; Florida Legislature, Office of Economic and Demographic Research

“We are humbled to be named by the Herald-Tribune as a Top Workplaces winner in Sarasota where our roots run deep,” stated S-One Co-Founder, Art Lambert. “For 30 years, our team members have kept us going strong and make S-One a top place to work. Getting their feedback on why they enjoy being part of our S-One family and what we can do better is vital to our success now and in the future.”

“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.”

About S-One Holdings Corporation                      

S-One Holdings Corporation provides innovative product research, development, manufacturing, and distribution to digital imaging, design, and print professionals worldwide since 1994. Our progressive focus and leadership on the evolution of B2B commerce have positioned us as a control point in the industry as digital printing expands, and traditional analog printing contracts. We partner with global brands and manufacturers to provide advanced digital marketing, an integrated and flexible supply chain, and comprehensive technical support. For more information, please visit sone.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 16 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.

The event featured S-One founders Ron Simkins and Art Lambert, pictured above, who started their first company, LexJet, in Sarasota in 1994. In 2012, the duo officially combined several other companies, Utopia Digital Technologies, Brand Management Group and ABAQA to form S-One Holdings Corporation. Last year, the S-One team launched its newest company, S-One Labels & Packaging.

S-One kicked off its 25th anniversary year by publishing its 2019 Culture Book, which features customer and employee stories, a look back at how S-One companies have impacted the printing industry, and how S-One has touched its local communities.

In Sarasota, S-One ramped up its fundraising efforts to benefit Sticks for Soldiers and Alex’s Lemonade Stand. The company and its employees have raised $7,500 so far in 2019, with more special events planned throughout the year.

The company was thrilled this year to win two Stevie Awards from the American Business Awards. The winners were determined by the average scores of more than 200 professionals worldwide in the two-month judging process. S-One was honored in two categories:

• Company Book: Silver Stevie Award for the S-One 2019 Culture Book
• Innovation of the Year: Bronze Stevie Award for the launch of HP Recycled Satin Canvas

“To think we’ve made it to 25 years is just astounding,” says Lambert. “It’s been quite a ride, and we couldn’t have done it without all of our dedicated employees who show up every day and give it their all. They’ve not only created a excellent company, but an extended family, as well. Ron and I couldn’t be more proud.”

About S-One: S-One Holdings Corporation is a global holding company headquartered in Sarasota, Fla., that oversees a number of subsidiary companies: ABAQA, Avatrex, Brand Management Group, LexJet, Utopia Digital Technologies and S-One Labels & Packaging. Through its subsidiary companies, S-One has strategic alliances with Michelman, Toray America, Protect-all, Marabu Coatings, Vescom America, Fredrix Canvas, HP and KODAK.

Media Contact: Shellie Terry, shellie.terry@sone.com, 941-256-7915

The theme of the book is the S-One vision: Develop. Connect. Innovate., which are illustrated throughout the 48-page publication. Articles include team passions, strengths- and learning-based initiatives, community involvement projects and a look back at the past 25 years and the innovations S-One has brought to market and forever changed the print industry through its companies: LexJet, Brand Management Group, ABAQA, Utopia Digital Technologies and S-One Labels & Packaging.

“As you read this new edition, you’ll see example after example of just how our culture and core values impact our people and their families, our customers and our commitment to innovations,” says Art Lambert, S-One co-founder, President & CEO. “This book illustrates what makes S-One ‘different’ and how our passion for and commitment to our teammates, partners and customers has driven us for the past 25 Years to be the best!”

Pages of Print Innovations

As pioneers of innovative print technology, we tapped some industry pros to bring cutting-edge elements to this publication. On the cover, we use HP SmartStream Mosaic software to create individually unique covers that were digitally printed on HP Indigo. We also asked our printer, Bennett Graphics, to add Scodix digital embellishment on our “S” logo. The results are eye-catching, to say the least.

We also harnessed the power of augmented reality, creating a new smartphone app, S-OneAR, available on iOS and Android, to bring videos to life right on the pages of the book. See the first page of a print copy for download instructions so you can delve deeper into our stories.

You can access a digital version with videos of the S-One 2019 Culture Book or request a print copy HERE.

About S-One: S-One Holdings Corporation is a global holding company headquartered in Sarasota, Fla., that oversees a number of subsidiary companies: ABAQA, Avatrex, Brand Management Group, LexJet, Utopia Digital Technologies and S-One Labels & Packaging. Through its subsidiary companies, S-One has strategic alliances with Michelman, Toray America, Protect-all, Marabu Coatings, Vescom America, Fredrix Canvas, HP and KODAK.

Media Contact: Shellie Terry, shellie.terry@sone.com, 941-256-7915

Over the years, competitive S-One canstruction builds included printers, Wrigley Field, a Thanksgiving Day parade, and even working replicas of video games, skee ball and board games. Last year the theme was movies, and the “Wizard of Oz” and “Toy Story” canstructions generated nearly 2,200 pounds of food — for the first time, the 1 ton mark had been reached.

Let’s Take a Trip

This year, S-One’s global offices created an “Around the World” experience for All Faiths. Starting on the fifth floor of S-One’s corporate offices on Main Street, the “journey” starts over the Skyway Bridge, complete with a toll booth, cargo ship and a shark in the water. The trip continues through our stairwell, which represents the airport, along with a board of arrivals and departures.

Next, you see the S-One Barcelona team in their airplane seats aboard “S-One Airlines.” Finally, the trip ends in London where visitors rendezvous with the Meghan and Harry and the Queen at Big Ben and Tower Bridge.

When the trip was over, Art Lambert presented the team from All Faiths a check for $1,000 and more than 1.26 tons of food had been collected.

“Your gift of $1,000 along with 2,522 pounds of food will be used to provide fresh produce, meats and groceries to children, families and seniors in our community who, without your help, might otherwise go hungry,” wrote Denise Cotler, Chief Development officer at All Faiths Food Bank. “Thanks to individuals like you, in 2017, we served 66,000 people 8.5 million meals.”

To see all the action throughout S-One’s offices during the 2018 Food Drive Canstruction project, click through the gallery below.

About S-One: S-One Holdings Corporation is a global holding company headquartered in Sarasota, Fla., that oversees a number of subsidiary companies: ABAQA, Avatrex, Brand Management Group, LexJet, Utopia Digital Technologies and S-One Labels & Packaging. Through its subsidiary companies, S-One has strategic alliances with Michelman, Toray America, Protect-all, Marabu Coatings, Vescom America, Fredrix Canvas, HP and KODAK.

Media Contact: Shellie Terry, shellie.terry@sone.com, 941-256-7915

“As an Inc. 5000 honoree, S-One Holdings now shares a pedigree with Intuit, Zappos, Under Armour, Microsoft, GoPro, Timberland, Clif Bar, Patagonia, Oracle, and other notable alumni,” Inc. Media President and Editor in Chief Eric Schurenberg announced. “You are in good company — which is exactly where you belong.”

S-One’s growth over the past three years, as it expanded from one Florida-based company to five companies with worldwide reach, played a role in S-One’s ranking on the Inc. 5000 list, as well as several other state-wide honors. In these recent years, S-One has become the worldwide business partner for the development, production, distribution and sales of HP Large Format Printing Materials, as well as the global licensee for KODAK Wide-Format Inkjet Media.

“I’m incredibly proud that our little company and wonderful crew made the Inc. 5000 list,” says Art Lambert, President, CEO and co-founder of S-One, who started the company in 1994 with his partner, Ron Simkins, Chairman of the Board for S-One. “We owe a huge thanks to our loyal customers, trusted partners and dedicated team.”

S-One ranked among the top 10 Sarasota-Bradenton business to make the Inc. 5000 list, and the only company in that regional group in the Business Products & Services industry, and the only company among those 10 with more than $100 million in revenue.

ABOUT S-ONE HOLDINGS CORPORATION: S-One is a global holding company headquartered in Sarasota, Fla., that oversees a number of subsidiary companies: ABAQA, Avatrex, Brand Management Group, LexJet and Utopia Digital Technologies. Through its subsidiary companies, S-One is the exclusive distributor of Tara Materials’ Fredrix line of wide-format inkjet canvas, holds the exclusive trademark licensing agreement for KODAK Wide-Format Inkjet Media and KODAK PROFESSIONAL Inkjet Media, and is the exclusive business partner for HP Large Format Printing Media.