Cedar Rapids, Iowa – April 10th, 2025 – CCR Technologies has received the Recognized Employer Award in the 2025 VETS Indexes Employer Awards program, through the organization’s strong commitment to recruiting, hiring, retaining, developing, and supporting veterans and the military-connected community, VETS Indexes is excited to announce.
Click this link to see all of the awardees: https://vetsindexes.com/award-results-2025
“CCR Technologies has demonstrated outstanding support for veterans and the military-connected community, earning the Recognized Employer Award as a result,” said George Altman, president of VETS Indexes.
“Even as more organizations than ever before are recognizing the uniquely valuable skills that veterans bring as team members, the efforts of CCR Technologies to recruit, retain, develop, and support those who served, as well as their families, stand out from the pack. Congratulations to CCR for its remarkable progress creating a workplace that welcomes veterans and empowers them to advance their careers,” Altman said.
Heidi Hromidko, Chief People Officer at CCR, said, “Veterans bring leadership, adaptability, and a mission-first mindset that make a real difference in our organization. We’re proud to invest in their growth and create an environment where their strengths continue to shine.”
This year, a record total of 349 organizations completed and submitted surveys for the VETS Indexes Employer Awards, more than ever before! Of those participants, VETS Indexes recognized 294 organizations across the following award levels: 5 Star Employer, 4 Star Employer, 3 Star Employer, and Recognized Employer. Not every responding organization made the cut – only those that demonstrated a strong commitment to veterans, members of the National Guard and Reserves, and military spouses. Participating organizations included companies large and small, government agencies and departments, nonprofit groups, colleges, and universities.
As the most objective and comprehensive evaluation of veteran employers, the VETS Indexes Employer Awards program has set a new standard in veteran employment data. VETS Indexes and its Employer Awards have been featured on CNBC, Fox Business and BNN Bloomberg, as well as military-specific outlets, including Military.com, Military Times and Stars & Stripes. This in-depth survey and recognition program analyzes employers’ policies, practices, and outcomes in detail, across the following 5 categories:
- Veteran job candidate recruiting and hiring
- Veteran employee development and retention
- Veteran-inclusive policies and culture
- Support for members of the National Guard and Reserves
- Military spouse/family support
For more information on the process and methodology behind the VETS Indexes Employer Awards, please click this link: https://vetsindexes.com/employer-awards-methodology. To register and participate in the upcoming 2026 VETS Indexes Employer Awards competition, please click here: https://vetsindexes.com/employer-awards/.
About VETS Indexes
VETS Indexes is a leading voice on veteran employment issues, overseeing the VETS Indexes Employer Awards, hosting the Employing U.S. Vets Conference, unearthing unique and unprecedented data on veteran employment through the Veteran Employment Benchmarking Service, and developing custom indexes, linked to financial products, that track the performance of the publicly traded companies that have established themselves as the best employers for veterans.
The VETSX and VTRNIX indexes were created on the premise that the companies that make the best use of the highly talented, yet under-valued, talent pool that veterans represent will ultimately see a benefit to their bottom lines. The performance of the indexes has emphatically confirmed that thesis, regularly outpacing the S&P 500.
As the world’s first resource for U.S.-veteran-themed indexes, our mission is to provide innovative solutions that recognize the value created by the mission-critical mindset, unique skills, and specialized training that veterans bring to the workplace. Our mission also includes a commitment to always donate a significant portion (target of 20% and no less than 5%) of our net profits to charitable organizations that support veterans and their families.
Learn more about us at VETSIndexes.com and follow us on social media channels via LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter).
Media Contact: Nicholas Antaki | 516-418-3821 | nantaki@vetsindexes.com
About CCR
CCR Technologies was founded in 1986 as Circle Computer Resources, Inc. and is committed to providing business technology services that create lasting solutions for clients both local and across North America. The CCR Family of Companies encompasses broadcast and media monitoring solutions with CCR Media, internet to hard-to-reach locations with BeyondReach, field-first jobsite technology services with ConstructEdge, operational technology support for pork producers with Orbit Farm Technologies, and specialized managed IT services with Sandwire.
At CCR, innovation is not just a word, it’s a way of life. We believe in leveraging technology to deliver exceptional value to our clients, following through on our promises, and providing an excellent experience every step of the way. Among our many distinctions include the HIRE Vets Medallion, Great Place to Work certification, and MSP Mentor 501 Top Managed Service Providers recognition.
To learn more, visit ccr.net and join the community on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram.
Media Contact: Lynette Hemann | 319-362-2384 | lynette.hemann@ccr.net