Irving, TX - November 28, 2016 

5 has been named as one of the 2017 Best Companies to Work for in Texas, a repeat honor for the company after earning the 7th best place on the same list in 2016. The awards program was created in 2006 and is a project of Texas Monthly, the Texas Association of Business (TAB), Texas SHRM and Best Companies Group.

This statewide survey and awards program was designed to identify, recognize and honor the best places of employment in Texas, benefiting the state's economy, workforce and businesses. The 2017 Best Companies to Work for in Texas list is made up of 100 companies. “This award is a testament to the people of 5 and their passion for helping each other and our clients. Everyone at 5 is involved in shaping who we are from hiring to strategy and that empowerment and open communication fuel’s our culture”, said Jeff Schiefelbein, partner and Chief Culture Officer.

The list of the 100 Best Companies to Work for in Texas and how they rank will be revealed for the first time at the Texas Association of Business (TAB) Best Companies to Work for in Texas Awards Dinner and Celebration on March 23 in Austin, Texas. For more information visit here. The winners will also be profiled by Texas Monthly in a special publication that will be released in conjunction with the event.

For more information on the Best Companies to Work for in Texas program, visit www.BestCompaniesTX.com.