100 Best Companies to Work for in Oregon
This Oregon Business Magazine recognition celebrates Oregon companies where employees report exceptional workplace experiences. Vernier has been named one of the 100 Best Companies to Work for in Oregon more than 25 times, reflecting our long-standing commitment to creating a workplace where people can do meaningful work and thrive.
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016
2015
2014
2012
2011
2010
2009
2008
2007
2006
2005
2004
2003
2002
2001
2000
Best Green Companies in Oregon
Oregon Business Magazine’s Best Green Companies recognition celebrates organizations that make environmental responsibility part of how they operate, from their sustainability goals to everyday practices such as waste reduction, recycling, and support for alternative transportation. Vernier has received this recognition more than 15 times.
2026
Placed 24th
2025
Placed 16th
2024
Placed 5th
2023
Placed 8th
2022
Placed 13th
2021
Placed 5th
2020
Placed 11th
2019
Placed 10th
2018
Placed 8th
2017
Placed 14th
2016
Placed 23rd
2015
Placed 16th
2014
Placed 17th
2013
Placed 26th
2012
Placed 16th
2011
Placed 25th
2010
Placed 10th
2009
Placed 9th
Healthiest Employers
The Portland Business Journal’s Healthiest Employers award recognizes organizations that make employee health and well‑being a priority. Vernier has been named one of the Portland area’s Healthiest Employers more than 15 times, reflecting our commitment to supporting the well-being of our employees.
2025
Placed 5th
2024
Placed 6th
2023
Placed 6th
2022
Placed 5th
2021
Placed 8th
2018
Placed 10th
2015
Placed 4th
2014
Placed 2nd
2013
Placed 2nd
2012
Placed 5th
2011
Placed 6th
2010
Placed 4th
Corporate Philanthropy Award
The Portland Business Journal’s Corporate Philanthropy Award recognizes companies that make meaningful contributions to their communities. Vernier has received this recognition more than 18 times, reflecting our long‑standing commitment to giving back to and supporting the communities where we live and work. Learn more about our philanthropic work.
2025
Placed 11th
2024
Placed 6th
2023
Placed 6th
2022
Placed 8th
2021
Placed 6th
2020
Placed 8th
2018
Placed 5th
2017
Placed 3rd
2016
Placed 39th
2015
Placed 35th
2014
Placed 27th
2013
Placed 32nd
2012
Placed 30th
2011
Placed 31st
2010
Placed 35th
Oregonian Top Workplaces
The Oregonian’s Top Workplaces recognition celebrates organizations in Oregon and Southwest Washington with outstanding workplace cultures, based on employee feedback. Vernier has been named a Top Workplace five times, an honor that reflects the culture our employees help create every day.
2015
Placed 19th
Small Companies Category
2014
Placed 18th
Small Companies Category
2013
Placed 11th
Small Companies Category
2012
Placed 7th
Small Companies Category
Top Workplace Ethics
Additional Awards and Recognitions
Stevie Award Winner for Customer Service Department of the Year
The Stevie Awards recognize excellence in business, including organizations that deliver outstanding customer experiences. Vernier received a 2016 Bronze Stevie Award for Customer Service Department of the Year, recognizing our commitment to providing educators and customers with exceptional service and support.
Award Winner for Best Help Site Portal
Vernier’s Technical Information Library (TIL) was named ‘Best Help Site Portal’ by readers of Tech & Learning, the premier publication for education technology leaders.
Outstanding Contribution in Support of Educational Excellence
This 2009 award from the Business Education Compact recognized Vernier’s contribution to educational excellence. Supporting educators is central to our work, and this recognition reflects our commitment to providing teachers with tools and resources that help students engage in meaningful, hands-on STEM learning.
Association of Fundraising Professionals Philanthropy Award
The Association of Fundraising Professionals honors individuals and organizations that demonstrate exceptional commitment to philanthropy and their communities. Vernier received this award in 2005, recognizing our commitment to giving back and supporting the people and organizations making a difference in our communities.