Backstop and Kim Greuling are Timmy Awards 2018 Finalists

The Timmy Awards on October 24th is fast approaching and we, at Backstop, are very excited to announce that we have been chosen by Tech in Motion as finalists for two categories!

• Backstop Solutions for Best Tech Workplace for Diversity Award - VOTE HERE
• Kim Greuling, VP of Engineering @ Backstop for Best Tech Manager Award - VOTE HERE

The Timmy Awards recognizes the top workplaces for tech professionals in the Chicago area. We are in great company, like last year’s winners, Jellyvision and Dr. Alok Choudhary of 4C Insights. Each award will be given to the finalist who rises to the top, based on judges’ votes and community votes. We are so honored to be acknowledged for these awards, which are especially meaningful to Backstop.

Why vote for Backstop for Best Tech Workplace for Diversity?

Backstop is committed to providing a great employee-centric work environment for everyone and it shows through its diversity and inclusion initiatives. These initiatives include internal groups, such as Women and Gender Minorities in Technology, Backstop’s Culture Club, and Diversity Club, as well as support for external organizations, including YWCA’s TechGYRLS and Women in Computer Science at the University of Illinois. We also have a variety of special interest groups, which communicate through Slack and connect with special events – Arts and Crafts Club, Hot Sauce Club, Rupaul’s Drag Race Fan Group, Game of Thrones Fan Group, Volleyball Team, Book Club, and so many more.

As a Backstopper, I am proud and happy to say that I belong in a very welcoming, diverse, and inclusive community of talented individuals from all over the world. It definitely makes collaboration that much more powerful knowing that I get to work with unique personalities who inspire me to express myself and encourage me to make an impact in my own special way. VOTE FOR BACKSTOP

Why vote for Kim for Best Tech Manager?

Kim is a leader and a mentor who fosters an environment that encourages innovation. With her love of technology and passion for learning and teaching, she has made an impact, not just with her team and the whole company, but also in the Chicago tech community. Kim is currently an Advisory Board Member of Women Influence Chicago, an organization that aims to cultivate women leaders, connect the community and increase female leadership at growth and enterprise tech companies.

               Internally, Kim’s leadership has resulted in upward career movement for 30% of her team in 2017 and 20% so far in 2018. Outside of the Engineering Team, she is also a main contributor to other company initiatives, such as Backstop’s Mentorship Program and Women and Gender Minorities in Technology. VOTE FOR KIM