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To our readers and advertisers,

2019 marks the third year of the 91ÊÓƵ Reader Rankings contest, which asks you, our readers, to vote for your favorite companies and products in the local construction, architecture, engineering and related industries. After two years, and more than 6,000 votes, we’ve decided to make some changes to the program to help ensure the validity of the contest and offer more value to the local building industries. The nomination process is rapidly approaching, so please keep in mind the following changes planned in 2019.

1. New logo, improved branding, same honor

2. New in 2019: two rounds of voting

The first round is nominations. This will feel a lot like our voting round in previous years. It will start on Monday, April 15, and run through Sunday, April 28. You will be allowed to vote once per day during that time in each of the 50 categories. Voting will take place online at . Only five companies or products from each category will advance to the ballot and be included in the final voting round. The top five will be based on the number of nominations received. So, please make sure to nominate companies early and often. Plus, we will give out a $250 Visa gift card, at random, to one nominator.

The second round of voting will be multiple choice and include the top five nominated companies in each category from the previous round. The voting round will begin on Monday, June 3, and run through Sunday, June 16. The final voting will take place exclusively online at . Much like the nomination round, you will be allowed to vote once a day and will be entered into an additional contest for a $250 Visa gift card. Following the voting period, votes will be tallied and the top three in each category will be announced at an event at the end of July.

3. In addition to that event, a publication will announce the top three in each category. The event will be a great chance to network with others, have fun and celebrate the best of the industries. Tickets will be included in packages and be available for purchase at a time closer to the event.
4. The official 91ÊÓƵ Reader Rankings magazine will be handed out after the awards event. The magazine will run in the 91ÊÓƵ newspaper the following week and be made available online at www.91ÊÓƵOregon.com.
5. If you’re unfamiliar with the 91ÊÓƵ Reader Rankings program, we’ve included a list of categories below.
6. The purchase of advertising in the 91ÊÓƵ does not influence the outcome of the 91ÊÓƵ Reader Rankings voting process. We do, however, offer packages to promote your company throughout the voting process. A 91ÊÓƵ sales representative will reach out to you with further details in the coming week.

If you have any additional questions, please contact Daily Journal of Commerce Advertising Director Bill Beyer at 503-802-7232 or [email protected].

We look forward to working with you on this revamped contest. Thank you for your interest, continued support and participation.

Nick Bjork

Publisher

Daily Journal of Commerce

Categories for 2019 Reader Rankings

Best General Contractor

Best Architecture Firm

Best Landscape Architecture Firm

Best Interior Design Firm

Best Civil & Structural Engineering Firm

Best Geotechnical/Environmental Engineering Firm

Best Infrastructure Engineering Firm

Best Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing Engineering Firm

Best Private Developer

Best Affordable Housing Developer

Best Public Developer

Best Higher Education Developer

Best Local Built-Industry Union

Best Local Built-Industry Trade Group

Best Subcontractor/Specialty Contractor

Best Mechanical/HVAC Firm

Best Electrical Firm

Best Plumbing Firm

Best Utility Contractor & Excavation Firm

Best COBID-Certified Firm

Best Painting Firm

Best Floor Covering Firm

Best Wall & Ceiling Firm

Best Glass & Glazing Firm

Best Sign Installation Firm

Best Restoration Firm

Best Fabrication Company

Best Trucking Firm

Best Environmental Cleanup & Remediation Firm

Best Waste Removal Firm

Best Commercial Real Estate Firm

Best Law Firm

Best Accounting Firm

Best Bank & Credit Union

Best Insurance, Bonding & Surety Provider

Best Construction Consulting Firm

Best Public Involvement Firm

Best Aerial Photography & 3-D Imaging Firm

Best Equipment Rental Company

Best Crane Rental & Rigging Company

Best Fleet Dealer & Leasing Company

Best Materials Supplier

Best Lumber Supplier

Best Safety Equipment Supplier

Best Printing Services Provider

Best Fencing Provider

Best Construction Security Provider

Best PR & Marketing Firm

Workplace Software You Can’t Live Without

Best Construction-Specific Software

Best Building Industry App

Best CRM Software

Best Work Event Venue

Best Happy Hour

Best Restaurant to ‘wow’ a Client

Best Quick Lunch

Best Brewery

Best Coffee Shop

Best Overall Company to Work For

Best Overall Leadership (Company Name)

Best Employee Recognition Program

Best Training Program (Company Name)

Best Boss (Person’s Name followed by Company Name)

Best Workplace Culture (Company Name)

Best Benefits Program (Company Name)

Best Company Culture (Company Name)

Most Innovative Workplace