Our Story
Officially founded by Ralph Haberfeld in 1989, what started as a bare-bones operation in one employee’s townhome has steadily evolved into the thriving employee-owned firm we are today.
Though we have grown to more than 85 employee-owners, we have steadfastly maintained our startup values: A collaborative and innovative atmosphere, plenty of room for individual development, an open-minded approach to problem-solving, and an emphasis on family and community.
Our company continues to grow due to the caliber of our people. There’s a reason why so many employee-owners stay with us long-term, and why they refer their friends for our open positions. It’s because everyone at Haberfeld is heard, valued, and treated with respect—whether they’ve been with us for one day or 20+ years.
In short, our company culture is based on one simple yet revolutionary idea: What if you truly loved your job?
Haberfeld’s Core Values
These five core values guide everything we do.
Integrity
We stick to our values and our word.
What you see is what you get. Maybe it’s our Midwestern roots. Either way, our word is our bond, and we place the highest value on the transparency of our people. This integrity is always reflected in our work with you and your organization. Count on honest pricing and open communication through every step of the journey.
Excellence
We go above and beyond in all we do.
We strive to bring the best out of every employee. It’s why we have an open-door policy at every level, encourage all team members to share new ideas, and reward innovative thinking. It’s a huge part of why we’re the best in our field, and why we’ve delivered excellence to our clients for nearly 35 years.
Collaboration
The best ideas come from many sources.
As technology continues to make the world smaller and communication easier, we still think personal interactions are the best way to collaborate among our people and with our clients. It starts with strong authentic relationships. These relationships provide an engaged and committed workplace for our people and the best possible results for you.
Curiosity
We believe to learn is to grow.
There is simply so much to learn. From analyzing digital marketing data to developing best practices for motivating frontline employees, we’re always asking questions. Curiosity means growth, and we never want to stop growing.
Joy in the Journey
Love the process and success will follow.
It’s no secret that we’re a success-driven company, but the best and most sustainable results are the product of an enriching and rewarding shared process. We relish our partnerships, the conversations, and the victories we celebrate together. You will grow with Haberfeld, but you’ll also enjoy the journey.
We live out these values every day in our Giving Committee, employee ownership plan, education budgets, department and company social events, respect for work/life balance and family, and more. If Haberfeld sounds like your kind of company, we want to hear from you!