In an era where employee turnover is commonplace and corporate culture often takes a backseat to rapid expansion, QFloors, a flooring software company based in South Jordan, Utah, is bucking the trend. The company recently celebrated its 25th anniversary, bringing together its 45-person workforce to highlight its growth and its dedication to maintaining a close-knit workplace environment.
"QFloors is family; It just feels like a warm hug being here, from the top person to the bottom," said Talyn Simpson, QFloors client services consultant, one of the employees who gathered at the corporate office on November 22 for the anniversary celebration. Remote workers traveled to attend in person or joined via Zoom, underscoring the company's commitment to inclusion across its workforce.
The celebration, organized by the administrative team, featured a creative mix of activities, including a photo scavenger hunt, employee bingo, and QFloors trivia. A banner timeline displayed photos of current employees alongside their start dates, serving as a visual testament to the company's growth and loyalty of its workforce.
For co-founders and brothers Chad and Trent Ogden, the celebration sparked reflection on their quarter-century journey. "We've always wanted to provide a place where people like to come to work, and somewhere where we could help people support their families at the same time," Chad Ogden shared in his address to the gathering. "I think we've been able to accomplish that."
The company's ability to maintain its cultural values while expanding has not gone unnoticed by its employees. QFloors Marketing Director Aerin Packard, who witnessed the company's evolution firsthand, notes, "It's cool to see that we are growing so much as a company but not losing that personal touch. QFloors has a unique culture where people have each other's back. There aren't any politics, and people check their egos at the door."
This culture extends beyond employee relations to customer service, according to QFloors client services consultant Josh Nelson, who emphasizes the company's approach to customer relationships: "The customers are seen for who they are, instead of just a sale or a number or a spec. And as employees, we invest in their lives and try to help them out."
Looking ahead, the company appears poised for continued growth. Jim Love, a veteran employee who is director of client success, suggests the anniversary marks just the beginning: "It took us 25 years to prepare for all that's ahead in 2025. And this is where things really begin, with all of the new features and products and people that we have. It's going to be an exciting year!"
As the company looks toward its next quarter-century, co-founder Trent Ogden reflects on the milestone with humility: "As I looked around the room and looked at all of the people who were depending on QFloors for their livelihood, I was a little emotional about the thought of being part of providing that well-being. We've come a long way."
