MAYFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio – Mars Electric is proud to announce that it has been named the 2026 Generation NEXT Company of the Year (Mid-Size Company Category) by Engage! Cleveland, a leading organization dedicated to attracting, engaging, and retaining emerging talent in Northeast Ohio. The award was announced on September 1, 2026, as part of Engage! Cleveland’s 5th Annual Generation NEXT Awards. The Generation NEXT Awards recognize organizations and individuals who are making a meaningful impact on talent attraction, development, engagement, and retention throughout Greater Cleveland.
According to Engage! Cleveland, winners are nominated by their peers and selected for their commitment to fostering cultures of belonging, engagement, and personal fulfillment while helping attract and retain top talent in the region.
For Mars Electric, the honor reflects the company’s long-standing commitment to investing in people and creating opportunities for the next generation of professionals. As Mars Electric looks to celebrate its 75th anniversary in 2027, the company continues to focus on employee development, career growth, mentorship, and creating an environment where team members can build meaningful and rewarding careers.
“Receiving this recognition is an incredible honor for our entire organization,” said Michael Doris, President of Mars Electric. “For nearly 75 years, Mars Electric has believed that our success begins and ends with our people. We are committed to creating opportunities for employees to learn, grow, and build rewarding careers while making a positive impact in the communities we serve. Being recognized by Engage! Cleveland is a testament to the culture our team has built together and our continued investment in the next generation of leaders at Mars Electric.”
Mars Electric has been recognized throughout the region for its efforts to attract emerging talent, support professional development, and provide employees with opportunities to learn, grow, and advance. The company believes that investing in its people not only strengthens its workforce but also contributes to the vitality and long-term success of the communities it serves.
“This award reflects the intentional effort we have made to create a workplace where employees feel supported, valued, and empowered to succeed,” said Melissa Neiberlein, Vice President of Human Resources. “From onboarding and training to leadership development and career advancement, we are focused on helping our team members reach their full potential. We are honored to be recognized alongside so many outstanding organizations that are helping shape the future workforce of Northeast Ohio.”
Mars Electric joins an exceptional group of organizations recognized by Engage! Cleveland for their impact on workforce engagement and talent development across the region. Winners will be honored at the Generation NEXT Awards Ceremony on September 23, 2026.
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