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The 50+ person healthcare management consulting firm beat out thousands of U.S. companies to win the honor in both 2018 and 2019.  

PITTSBURGH, PA., May 16, 2019 – ProspHire has been named one of Inc. Magazine’s Best Workplaces for the second year in a row. This year, the Pittsburgh-based healthcare management consulting firm was one of 346 companies recognized (among thousands of applicants) for creating an exceptional workplace through a vibrant culture, deep employee engagement and exceptional benefits. 

Inc. Magazine’s 2019 Best Workplaces list is the publication’s fourth annual ranking of fast-growing, private sector American companies. Built in partnership with employee engagement experts Quantum Workplace, the Best Workplaces list places a spotlight on innovative companies that hire and retain the best talent. 

“We are thrilled to be recognized, on a national level – for the second year in a row – for our outstanding company culture,” said Lauren Miladinovich, ProspHire’s Managing Principal and CEO. “Nothing means more to us than our people, and this ranking is confirmation that we’re creating the kind of Firm our practitioners want to come to work for every day.” 

Christopher Miladinovich, Principal and SVP of Consulting, said, “In consulting, our people are our product. So, our Firm invests heavily in hiring and retaining the best. I’m especially proud of ProspHire University (PHU), the unique learning program we created to develop the industry leaders of tomorrow. PHU provides ProspHire practitioners and clients with a forum to achieve valued industry accreditations, hear from industry thought leaders and attain professional growth.”  

ProspHire’s very generous benefits package includes paid parental leave, a flexible time off policy, 100% paid medical coverage for employees and an annual fitness subsidy. Taking time off to recharge is not only encouraged at ProspHire, it’s mandatory.  

The Firm’s headquarters in downtown Pittsburgh spans three floors of the Power Building and the open loft office space includes a PGA-style putting green. At headquarters, you’ll regularly find the ProspHire team assembled for monthly employee socials, informal Facetime Fridays and PHU Lunch & Learns. 

“With today’s tight labor market, building a great corporate culture is more important than ever,” says Inc. magazine editor in chief James Ledbetter. “The companies on Inc.’s Best Workplaces list are setting an example that the whole country can learn from.” 

Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf visited ProspHire headquarters to celebrate the Firm as a small diverse business and discuss some of the most pressing issues in healthcare.

Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf arrived at ProspHire’s downtown Pittsburgh headquarters on Friday, Aug. 10 to cheers and applause. He was greeted by Firm co-founders, Lauren and Chris Miladinovich and walked the penthouse loft space shaking hands with every single event attendee.

Then the Governor settled in (to a high stool on ProspHire’s putting green) for a conversation about his views on healthcare, his administration’s accomplishments and his support for small businesses.

Speaking about Pittsburgh’s metamorphosis in the last several decades, the Governor said the city was, “one of the best in the world.” He specifically commended Pittsburgh for its diversity, accessible cost of living, appeal to youth and emphasis on equality.

Governor Wolf briefly touched on the accomplishments of his administration. Chief among them was creating the first statewide LGBTQ Affairs Commission in the U.S. He also took credit for making the education system more relevant and creating a budget surplus for the first time in decades. Governor Wolf also made it clear he believed in, “fairness for everybody, regardless of gender, color and who you love.”

Chris then led the Governor through a more in-depth discussion of healthcare and small diverse business. After sharing that ProspHire works with many of Pennsylvania’s Managed Care Organizations (MCOs), Chris asked the Governor to please speak to his view on the importance of managed care and why what we do every day is so important.

Governor Wolf said, “There is a real mistrust from people about what we as a society can give each other.” He stressed that cost-effectiveness in healthcare is paramount and insisted that trust in government needs to be rebuilt so individuals can get the care they need.

When asked what MCOs can do better, the Governor admitted he didn’t have a definitive answer. But he said we all have to adopt a, “continuous improvement mindset.” The key, he stressed, is to have, “open and honest dialogue.” Aligning with that belief, Governor Wolf discussed Community Health Choices in Southwestern Pennsylvania and how it positively impacts the lives of senior citizens. Through Health Choices, his administration is committed to increasing opportunities for older Pennsylvanians and individuals with physical disabilities to receive the services they need to remain in their home.

To close, Governor Wolf was asked about his passion for small business, to which he said, “small businesses are where big businesses come from.” Speaking from his experience as a business owner, he referred to small businesses as, “the breeding grounds for fairness and ethical behavior” and said there is more we can all do to build trust with our employees that will lead to better outcomes and results.

The ProspHire team then presented the Governor with a “Re-elect Tom Wolf” golf flag and the Governor posed for pictures with event attendees.

ProspHire was one of the highest scoring businesses with standout employee engagement.

PITTSBURGH, PA., May 23, 2018 – ProspHire has been named one of Inc. Magazine’s Best Workplaces for 2018. The woman-owned and rapidly growing healthcare management consulting firm was one of 285 companies recognized (among thousands of applicants) for creating an exceptional workplace through a vibrant culture, deep employee engagement and stellar benefits.

Inc. Magazine’s 2018 Best Workplaces list is the publication’s third annual ranking of fast-growing, private sector American companies. Built in partnership with employee engagement experts Quantum Workplace, the Best Workplaces list places a spotlight on innovative companies that hire and retain the best talent.

“We are thrilled to be honored on a national level for our hard work and dedication to our people,” said Lauren Miladinovich, ProspHire’s Co-Founder and CEO. “Our Firm’s Leadership Team have previously worked for companies like Deloitte, Pfizer, Williams, Mylan, Ernst & Young and PNC. We’ve taken the best people practices from those places, shed the bad, and built the kind of Firm we want to come to work for every day.”

Christopher Miladinovich, Co-Founder and SVP of Consulting, said, “We work tirelessly to find and retain the best talent. We reinvest in our people and empower decision making. The result is an electric culture that allows our people to be the best version of themselves.”

ProspHire’s very generous benefits package includes paid parental leave, a flexible time off policy, 100% paid medical coverage and a wellness subsidy. Taking time off to recharge is not only encouraged, it’s mandatory.

The ProspHire team meets regularly for community service events, monthly employee socials and informal Facetime Fridays. And the Firm’s penthouse loft office space in downtown Pittsburgh includes all amenities you would expect, and some you would not (e.g. a PGA-style putting green).    

About ProspHire
ProspHire is a woman-owned and rapidly growing management consulting firm that focuses on healthcare strategy and project delivery. Founded on the core value of relationships, with the goal to “prosper together,” ProspHire partners with clients to identify and solve their most significant people, process and technology challenges. The Pittsburgh-based company has a deep experience in healthcare, and proficiency helping clients define and execute medium to large-scale enterprise initiatives that deliver results. ProspHire specializes in strategy, project delivery and strategic resourcing for healthcare companies. They also create and deliver healthcare-specific mobile applications. www.prosphire.com

About Inc. Media
Founded in 1979 and acquired in 2005 by Mansueto Ventures, Inc. is the only major brand dedicated exclusively to owners and managers of growing private companies, with the aim to deliver real solutions for today’s innovative company builders. Winner of Advertising Age’s “The A-List” in January 2015, and the National Magazine Award for General Excellence in both 2014 and 2012. Total monthly audience reach for the brand has grown significantly from 2,000,000 in 2010 to over 20,000,000 today. For more information, visit http://www.inc.com/

About Quantum Workplace
Quantum Workplace is an HR technology company that serves organizations through employee engagement surveys, action-planning tools, exit surveys, peer-to-peer recognition, performance evaluations, goal tracking, and leadership assessment. For more information, visit https://www.quantumworkplace.com/.

ProspHire also served as the platinum sponsor for the campaign’s fourth annual Great Futures Gala

PITTSBURGH, PA., March. 15, 2018 – ProspHire, a woman-owned and rapidly growing healthcare management consulting firm, exceeded their goal to raise $30k for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Pennsylvania’s annual “Kiss a Pig” campaign.

ProspHire principals, Lauren and Chris Miladinovich raised over $35k for the campaign and took the stage at the Sheraton Station Square last night to victory kiss their own domestic mini pig Nola, who also bestowed kisses on runners up from PNC and the LaRosa Club of McKeesport. ProspHire served as the platinum sponsor of the fourth annual Great Futures Gala, and Lauren and Chris are well on their way to meet their commitment to help the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Pennsylvania raise $1 million (with Nola) through the “Kiss a Pig” campaign. To date, the campaign has raised $306k.  

Lauren and Chris have supported the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Pennsylvania for many years. The two were honored with the organization’s 2017 Commitment to Youth Award and were also recognized at the 2017 Celebration of Champions event for their, “remarkable leadership, inspiring community achievement and extraordinary entrepreneurial spirit” in the healthcare industry.

About ProspHire
ProspHire is a woman-owned and rapidly growing management consulting firm that focuses on healthcare strategy and project delivery. Founded on the core value of relationships, with the goal to “prosper together,” ProspHire partners with clients to identify and solve their most significant people, process and technology challenges. The Pittsburgh-based company has a deep experience in healthcare, and proficiency helping clients define and execute medium to large-scale enterprise initiatives that deliver results. ProspHire specializes in strategy, project delivery and strategic resourcing for healthcare companies. They also create and deliver healthcare-specific mobile applications. www.prosphire.com

About Boys & Girls Club of Western Pennsylvania
Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Pennsylvania is a non-profit organization that is part of a national network of Boys & Girls Clubs united in this mission: “To inspire and enable all young people, especially those from disadvantaged circumstances, to reach their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens of their community, America, and the world.” The agency is governed by an active and engaged Board of Directors with a formal committee structure representing a cross section of community leaders. Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Pennsylvania began their service to the young people of our community in 1888, and currently serves over 7,600 children and young people between the ages of 5-18 years old. The long-standing history of successful service to youth in the community sets the organization apart from others. Staff and volunteers operate year-round programs in eight neighborhoods throughout Pittsburgh and Allegheny County. https://www.bgcwpa.org/

ProspHire University is a unique learning program led by healthcare professionals, for healthcare professionals to develop the industry leaders of tomorrow.

PITTSBURGH, PA., Feb. 28, 2018 – ProspHire, a woman-owned and rapidly growing management consulting firm focused on healthcare strategy and project delivery, is proud to launch ProspHire University (PHU).

PHU is a unique learning program led by healthcare professionals, for healthcare professionals, to develop the industry leaders of tomorrow. PHU provides ProspHire employees and clients with a forum to achieve valued industry accreditations, hear from industry thought leaders and attain professional growth.

The program includes a ProspHire curriculum with custom courses (by level) for the Firm’s practitioners, as well as a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification program and healthcare thought leadership series that are open to clients.

Courses are taught by internal practitioners and external industry leaders and present unprecedented opportunities for relationship building and business development. 

This year, ProspHire will complete renovation on a second floor of their headquarters building dedicated to PHU and the professional development of their practitioners.

Lauren Miladinovich, ProspHire’s Co-Founder and CEO, said, “In 2018, ProspHire created an internal PMP Program that enabled six of our consultants to obtain the highly sought-after accreditation. In 2019, we doubled down on our commitment to professional development and officially launched PHU.“

“In management consulting, our people are our product, and ProspHire has long been committed to the professional development of our employees. This investment, for a firm our size, certainly sets us apart,” said Christopher Miladinovich, Co-Founder and SVP of Consulting.

About ProspHire
ProspHire is a woman-owned and rapidly growing management consulting firm that focuses on healthcare strategy, project delivery and strategic resourcing. Founded on the core value of relationships, with the goal to “prosper together,” ProspHire partners with clients to identify and solve their most significant people, process and technology challenges. The Pittsburgh-based firm has 40+ practitioners and was named one of Inc. Magazine’s 2018 Best Workplaces. The firm has deep healthcare industry experience and proficiency helping clients define and execute medium to large-scale enterprise initiatives that deliver results. www.prosphire.com

The firm receives prestigious Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) Certification.

PITTSBURGH, PA., Jan. 4, 2018 – ProspHire, a woman-owned and rapidly growing healthcare management consulting firm, announced today that it received the prestigious National Women’s Business Enterprise Certification from the Women’s Business Enterprise Council of PA-DE-sNJ, a regional partner organization of the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC).

The WBENC certification for a women-owned business is the most recognizable and sought-after of its kind. WBENC’s meticulous process for certification includes an in-depth review of the business and site inspection to confirm the business is at least 51% owned, operated and controlled by women.

Lauren Miladinovich, ProspHire’s Managing Principal and CEO, said, “We are pleased to be officially certified as a Woman Business Enterprise. The WBENC certification will enable ProspHire to have exposure to WBENC’s Corporate Members and be listed as an approved and qualified woman-owned business for companies committed to supplier diversity.” WBENC’s certification is accepted by more than 1,000 corporations representing America’s most prestigious brands, as well as many states, cities and other government entities.

ProspHire has grown to 30+ practitioners in under three years, and is on track to become Pittsburgh’s largest healthcare consulting firm. The firm also recently relocated their headquarters to a larger, innovative workspace downtown.

With the WBENC certification, the Pennsylvania Department of General Services also recognizes ProspHire as a registered Small Diverse Business.

About WBENC
The Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC), founded in 1997, is the largest third-party certifier of businesses owned, controlled and operated by women. The company has certified more than 13,000 women’s business enterprises. They have 14 national regional partner organizations, and over 300 Corporate Members. https://www.wbenc.org/

Grand opening event to be held at ProspHire headquarters on Thursday, Nov. 16.

PITTSBURGH, PA., Oct.18, 2017 – ProspHire, a woman-owned and rapidly growing healthcare management consulting firm, opens its headquarters on the penthouse floor of the former Pittsburgh Power building (216 Blvd. of the Allies) downtown.

The industrial loft space houses executive offices, conference rooms, and collaboration and touchdown areas for the firm’s 25+ employees. The space will boast the latest in smart technology. There will also be a putting green, communal kitchen and a war room for tactical problem solving.

“ProspHire is a rapidly growing company on track to exceed $3 million in revenue in 2017. Just two years in, we plan to more than double in size by 2020, and we needed a place to gather and put down roots,” said Lauren Miladinovich, ProspHire’s Managing Principal and CEO.

“Solving complex people, process and technology challenges often starts with a simple conversation. Our goal was to create a space that fosters conversation and collaboration – that takes place over a beer from our fridge or putting practice on the office green. ProspHire headquarters will be a gathering place for our people, clients and partners, and we are thrilled to officially open our doors,” said Chris Miladinovich, ProspHire’s Principal and VP of Consulting.

ProspHire’s headquarters are ideally situated in downtown Pittsburgh on the Blvd. of the Allies (between Wood and Market cross streets). This convenient location is near the Point Park University Corridor, PPG Plaza and Market Square. The office has views of the Monongahela River, Station Square and the ever-important Pittsburgh parade routes.

ProspHire’s grand opening will be held on Thursday, Nov. 16 from 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. with executive remarks to take place at 5:00 p.m. Media are asked to RSVP to [email protected].