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responsibility, ticked off a variety of company
initiatives.
“Employees have access to team-building
resources, a plethora of interactive wellness
activities, and engaging volunteer opportunities throughout the year,” she said. “From
access to premium mental wellness tools,
to financial wellness webinars, and charity
walks, Octo ensures its employees remain
both healthy and engaged.”
Davis is also “proud” that Octo seeks to
recognize its employees, too.
To wit, there’s a “high-five” program for
employees to appreciate their peers, and a
kudos program for managers to acknowledge
outstanding contributions.
“In essence, our unique workplace culture
empowers employees,” she said.
Employees notice.
“Octo has been a great place to work
because of the growth opportunities, the ability to be creative in the technology world and
always finding ways to improve the culture of
the company,” one said.
Another noted the many opportunities
to grow and learn, noting the availability of
classes in-house and the great tuition-reimbursement program.
“Opportunities are endless when it comes
to Octo, and the managers are great in putting
people where their skillset matches the position,” they said. “Octo is very flexible with the
work/life balance and this was even before
COVID-19. I have been here for almost seven
years and have no plan on going anywhere but
UP in Octo!”
Octo employees celebrate
at the Dulles Plane Pull in
September after they beat
their time from 2022. The
Dulles Plane Pull is an annual
event that Octo participates
in to support Special
Olympics Virginia.
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