HOUSTON, TEXAS (February 28, 2019) – Murray Resources, a leading Houston-based staffing and recruiting firm, today announced that it has been named to Staffing Industry Analysts’ (SIA) 2019 list of Best Staffing Firms to Work For.

SIA, the global advisor on staffing and workforce solutions, presents the award annually in recognition of employers who stand out for their quality of leadership and as organizations that prioritize culture and employee engagement. Barry Asin, president of SIA, noted, “There is a strong correlation between employee engagement and growth. These firms have made that connection and use it to excel in their business and drive outstanding results.”

Approximately 400 firms participated in the awards this year, which were determined by ten key engagement categories, including teamwork, trust in senior leaders, feeling valued, management effectiveness, compensation and benefits. Internal employees at each firm were asked to complete a 40-question survey covering the key categories, and winners were chosen based entirely on the survey results.

“We’re thrilled to be honored as a Best Staffing Firm to Work For,” Marsha Murray, founder and president of Murray Resources, commented. “We’ve always been deliberate about creating a culture that encourages our employees to bring their best selves to work, while empowering them with the tools and structure they need to achieve their goals. And when they do, we love celebrating their success. I’m honored to accept this award on behalf the Murray Resources team and look forward to fostering an admirable work culture in the years to come.”

Murray Resources places top talent in a variety of industries and functions across Fortune 1000 corporations and growing small to medium-sized businesses. In an industry with traditionally high turnover, Murray Resources’ staff members average of 9+ years of tenure, reflecting a highly-engaged workplace culture that has been cultivated over three decades.

The winners of the ‘Best Staffing Firm to Work For’ awards were recognized at SIA’s 18^th annual Executive Forum North America at the JW Marriott in Austin, TX on February 27^th, 2019.

About Murray Resources

Founded in 1988, Murray Resources is a leading Houston recruiting firm and staffing agency. The company serves a base of over one thousand client companies, including numerous Fortune™ 1000 companies and high-growth small and medium-sized organizations, in the areas of administrative, accounting, customer service, engineering, executive / leadership, finance, human resources, IT / technology, light industrial, manufacturing, marketing, operations, and sales. Murray Resources’ 95% Performance Evaluation Score represents one of the highest placement satisfaction rates in the industry. The company has been named a “Best Places to Work” by the Houston Business Journal and the #1 Fastest Growing Woman Owned Business in the Personnel Category by the Houston Business Journal. For more information, contact Murray Resources at 713.935.0009 or visit murrayresources.com.