June 11, 2008, Warren, Mich. — Companies that are named “Chicago’s 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For” by the National Association for Business Resources (NABR) are distinct and deserving of their recognition. Now in its fourth year, this award has become a designation sought after by hundreds of Chicago area companies.

The NABR will be honoring 101 companies, as well as presenting 11 elite awards, at the annual Chicago’s 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For symposium and awards luncheon on Monday, August 4, 2008 at the Chicago Marriott Oak Brook. Judy Hsu of ABC 7 Chicago News and Pat Cassidy of

WBBM News Radio 780 will emcee the awards ceremony. A series of workshops about leading human resources topics will also be presented.

The event begins at 8 a.m. with registration, networking and continental breakfast. The morning continues with a series of interactive educational sessions on human resource practices starting at 8:30 a.m., followed by the awards luncheon and announcement of the 11 elite winners at 11:45 a.m. This year’s educational sessions include “Recruitment Strategies for the New Human Resources,” “Employee Engagement: Mission Critical,” “The New Operation Role of HR” and “Generations in the Workplace.”

Admission for the awards luncheon and symposium for individuals is $220 for NABR members and $245 for non-members. If you are interested in attending the conference, contact the National Association for Business Resources at 866-321-1822 or visit www.101bestandbrightest.com.

The National Association for Business Resources (NABR) advocates and represents small and mediumsized businesses throughout the United States. NABR specializes in providing businesses the benefits, programs, services, and assistance required to operate as efficiently and successfully as possible. Best practice solutions are available to members in the areas of human resources, healthcare, legal, transaction, compliance, marketing, and office services. For more information about NABR and its offerings, please visit www.nationalbiz.org or call 1-866-321-1822.