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work with the team to solve them .”
“ As McLain says ,” Ben continues , “ we want to stay true to our entrepreneurial spirit and look for people who can think creatively . As leaders , we try to be direct and honest with
our communication and really believe in the importance of genuine connection within the team . Above all else , we look for people who care and have pride in their work .”
Community commitment
Continual growth and development are a vital part of Highland Venture ’ s mission . Staying close to the family values upon which the company was founded , each Highland Ventures brand creates exciting and challenging careers for its employees . Despite going through numerous evolutions , the company ’ s mission has remained the same : Strive to grow . Whether that ’ s growing its staff , helping build up local communities , or furthering the reach of its brands , Highland Ventures is dedicated to ongoing improvement .
Building and sustaining a profitable portfolio of brands and real estate over 75 years is no easy feat . To ensure the longevity of Highland Ventures ’ success , the leadership team established four core values : problem solving , adaptability , dedication and communication . Not only do these values keep Highland Ventures at the top of its game , but they support the company ’ s community ventures – which has always been an important part of Highland Ventures ’ DNA . The Hoogland Restaurant Group works with surrounding towns and cities and employs dedicated community outreach teams to manage and sponsor citywide events , host ‘ School Box Nights ’, and donate free food to local charities . What ’ s more , Marco ’ s Pizza openly invites partnerships with nonprofit organizations to further support the wider community .
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