VWC Recognized as a 2026 Top Workplace in the Richmond Region and USA

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2026 Top Workplace Award

The Virginia Workers’ Compensation Commission (VWC) has been named a Top Workplace in the Richmond region for the sixth consecutive year, and in the United States, marking its fifth consecutive year receiving this prestigious national recognition.

Top Workplaces, Richmond Region

The Commission's recognition as a 2026 Top Workplace in the Richmond region marks six years receiving the honor. Read the article in the Richmond Times-Dispatch (subscription may be required). Click here for a PDF of the article.

The top workplace recognition is based solely on employee feedback collected through a survey administered by Energage, an independent research firm partnered with the Richmond Times-Dispatch. The survey covers a range of topics, including workplace culture, direction and leadership, work-life balance, meaningfulness and appreciation.

Top Workplaces, USA Recognition

This recognition, presented in partnership with USA Today newspaper and the Top Workplaces USA program, highlights organizations that demonstrate exceptional workplace culture, employee engagement, and leadership. Out of more than 240 organizations recognized nationwide, VWC is one of only three government agencies to earn the national distinction for five consecutive years. The Commission ranks in the Midsize Companies category (125-399 employees) for the Top Workplaces.

VWC's Executive Director, Evelyn V. McGill will formally accept the USA award during the USA Today Top Workplaces Conference, to be held April 4–6 in Nashville, Tennessee. During the awards ceremony, Ms. McGill will deliver brief remarks on behalf of the Commission, recognizing the employees whose commitment and collaboration have made this achievement possible.

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These recognitions align very well with the agency's vision: to lead the nation as the most effective and innovative state agency. “These 2026 achievements reflect our excellent workplace culture. They showcase the dedication of our team members to provide the highest level of stewardship in serving the citizens of Virginia,” said VWC Chairman Wesley G. Marshall. “Being honored for consecutive years underscores our commitment to building a workplace based on respect and trust and fostering an environment where our team members contribute, grow, and thrive.”

A complete list of the Commission's Top Workplaces recognitions to-date include:

  • Top Workplace, Richmond Region (2021-2026)
  • Top USA Workplace (2022-2026)
  • Top Award for Midsize Companies Category (2023-2025)
  • Doers Award (2022-2023)
  • Managers Award (2024)
  • Leadership Award, Evelyn V. McGill (2025)