AppRiver, LLC, a leading provider of email messaging and Web security solutions is pleased to announce that it has been named one of Florida's Best Companies To Work For. One hundred companies were recognized in small, medium and large company categories. The rankings - the third annual statewide Best Companies list - appear in the August issue of Florida Trend and on FloridaTrend.com.

The Best Companies To Work For in Florida program was created by Florida Trend magazine and Best Companies Group and endorsed by the HR Florida State Council. To be considered for participation, companies or government entities had to employ at least 15 workers in Florida and be at least a year old.

"Companies that retain the best employees with strong workplace programs typically stand out from the crowd by offering exceptional customer focus from a friendly, upbeat staff," says Florida Trend Publisher Andrew Corty. "It's our pleasure to recognize these great organizations and encourage others to join them in building Florida's competitive advantage."

Companies that chose to participate in the Best Companies To Work For in Florida program underwent a two-part survey process. The first part consisted of evaluating each company's workplace policies, practices, philosophy, systems and demographics. The second part consisted of an employee survey to measure employee satisfaction. The combined scores determined the top companies and the final ranking. Best Companies Group managed the overall registration, survey and analysis process and determined the final rankings. Companies were not required to pay a participation fee to go through the online assessment process.

"One strong theme in this month's Best Companies coverage is how companies keep good employees. We highlight companies that take sophisticated, enlightened approaches to training, communicate the company's values clearly, and listen to employees as they try to improve the workplace and make the company more productive," says Mark Howard, executive editor.

Firms were divided into three groups - large companies of 250 or more employees, medium-sized companies of 50 to 249 employees, and small companies of 15 to 49 employees. This year, AppRiver has been ranked at 7th place among the medium-sized Best Companies to Work For in Florida.

"We are thrilled to be awarded this prestigious honor for the third consecutive year," said Michael Murdoch, president and CEO of AppRiver. "Our talented and highly motivated employees are this company's greatest asset. They provide the Phenomenal Care for our customers that sets us apart from our competitors."

Founded in 2002, AppRiver provides award-winning email and Web security solutions to more than 45,000 businesses around the globe. To sustain high performance and continue superior business results, AppRiver offers employee programs through an internal training program, referred to as "AppRiver University." Incorporating four critical factors of employee engagement -- opportunity, learning, quality of life and work-life balance-- AppRiver provides on-site training and certification opportunities for employees, offering several courses designed to develop both technical and professional skills.

For a complete list of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in Florida, go to www.FloridaTrend.com/BestCompanies.