Minnetonka, MN, June 15, 2026 – Channel is pleased to announce 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.
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.
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.”
Five years on this list showcases something Channel has long believed: a strong culture is built through consistency in how people treat one another, how leadership shows up, and how the organization handles the hard moments alongside the good ones. This recognition proves the team sees it, feels it, and keeps choosing to be part of it.
This honor builds on Channel’s many workplace recognitions based on employee feedback, including a recent spot on the 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplaces list. These awards make clear that the team appreciates and recognizes the company’s ongoing commitment to creating an environment that fosters collaboration and momentum toward shared success.
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About Channel Companies | Founded in 2009, the Channel family of companies is a nationwide leading provider of small business financing utilizing customized technology and business processes. The organization delivers equipment finance and working capital product solutions to small businesses through third-party partnerships, helping them provide their customers with access to capital needed to grow their business. Since its founding, Channel has funded over $3.7 billion to more than 40,000 businesses through over 60,000 transactions. With headquarters in Minnetonka, MN, the company has additional locations and business units operating from Kennesaw, GA, Mount Laurel, NJ, Des Moines, IA, and Marshall, MN.