Channel announced that it has been named a Minnesota Star Tribune Top 200 Workplace for the fifth consecutive year, ranking it among the state’s highest-rated 
organizations for workplace culture and employee experience.

"We’ve got an exceptional group of people here. They work hard, look out for each other, and they care about doing the right thing. Five years is a long time, and a lot has changed but the way our team shows up for each other hasn’t. That’s what this is all about,” said Adam Peterson, Chief Executive Officer.

When you enter Channel’s office, you’re greeted by a plaque that reads, “Doing the right thing is never the wrong thing.” The familiar phrase for fans of the hit show Ted Lasso found a natural home here because it reflects how the team already operates. Beyond a policy or talking point, it’s something each team member inherently embodies, and shows up in how they treat each other, their partners, customers and the work itself, company officials said.

That spirit carries into how Channel builds its culture beyond the work itself. Camaraderie is a core value at the company, and leadership actively creates opportunities for people to come together – from summer bean bag tournaments in the parking lot to volunteering at local dog shelters. These moments aren't just perks; they are part of how the team stays grounded in something bigger than any individual role, according to a statement.

The Star Tribune recognition is based entirely on results from an anonymous employee feedback survey conducted by Energage, an independent firm specializing in employee engagement and retention. In 2026, more than 10,500 organizations were invited to participate, with feedback gathered from over 183,000 employees across the state.

Star Tribune CEO and Publisher Steve Grove said, “The companies in the Minnesota Star Tribune Top 200 Workplaces deserve high praise for creating the very best work environments in the state of Minnesota. My congratulations to each of these exceptional companies."