This year, Akraya didn’t just win. We set the standard.
We’re honored to share that Akraya, Inc. has been recognized with two of the Bay Area’s highest workplace distinctions for 2025:
- #1 Best Place to Work
- #1 Workplace Wellness Award
Presented by the San Francisco Business Times and the Silicon Valley Business Journal, these awards affirm what we’ve always believed: a truly strong culture is built on support, trust, and empowering people to thrive—both personally and professionally.
These Wins Reflect Our Values in Action
At Akraya, we believe a truly great workplace goes beyond compensation and benefits. It’s about creating an environment where people can grow professionally without sacrificing well-being, balance, or connection.
Being named the #1 Best Place to Work is a meaningful validation of the culture we’ve built together—one that emphasizes respect, flexibility, and genuine teamwork. Receiving the #1 Workplace Wellness Award underscores our long-standing commitment to our team’s health and wellness, not just in words but in action.
Wellness at Akraya: A Shared Commitment
Every year, Akraya dedicates an entire quarter to wellness. It’s not a one-off campaign or a checkbox—it’s a core part of how we take care of each other.
In 2025, our team participated in the “8 Wonders of the World” Steps Challenge, a long-standing, creative, company-wide initiative that encouraged daily movement and team bonding. While the challenge had its fun moments, its impact was deeper—it allowed our team to reconnect, support each other’s goals, and prioritize health in a way that fits into daily life.
Programs like these are grounded in empathy and understanding. We recognize that people bring their full selves to work and that thriving at work starts with feeling well, physically, mentally, and emotionally.
From neighborhood walks to team selfies and plenty of friendly competition, our Steps Challenge brought Akraya’s wellness culture to life.
Watch the highlights that made this year’s challenge more than just a step count.
Akraya Q1 2025 Theme: “8 Wonders of the World” Steps Challenge
A Culture Built to Last
What makes Akraya a workforce people want to be part of isn’t just our programs—it’s the intention behind them. Over the years, we’ve nurtured a culture that:
- Respect personal time and boundaries
- Offers meaningful flexibility, not just remote policies
- Invests in professional growth and personal well-being
- Encourages connection, not just collaboration
“To be recognized in both culture and wellness is a testament to our team’s collective commitment to what matters most—our people. We’re proud of what we’ve built, and even more proud of how we’ve sustained it through every phase of growth.”
— Amar Panchal, CEO, Akraya
“Workplace wellness is not just a program—it’s a culture. It shows up in how we support one another, collaborate across teams, and implement meaningful initiatives that meet real needs. When we prioritize connection, well-being, and visibility, we create an environment where every employee feels seen, empowered, and set up for success. These recognitions reflect the power of that shared commitment.”
— Keshava Kumar, VP of Human Resources, Akraya
For a closer look at why Akraya was named both the #1 Best Place to Work and #1 in Workforce Wellness for 2025, visit our official Winner Profile on the San Francisco Business Times site.
About Akraya
Akraya Inc. is a global staffing and workforce solutions firm that partners with leading enterprises to deliver agile talent through Contingent Workforce, Managed Services, and SOW engagements. Founded in 2001 in San Francisco, we bring a people-first mindset and a global delivery model to every client partnership.
Our commitment to workforce excellence was recognized in 2025 with two of the Bay Area’s most respected honors—#1 in Best Places to Work and #1 in Workplace Wellness by the San Francisco Business Times and Silicon Valley Business Journal. We’ve also been named to SIA’s Best Places to Work 2025, Inc.’s Best Workplaces 2024, and Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work 2023.
Akraya’s mission goes beyond business—we believe in building strong teams, delivering results, and making a meaningful difference in the communities we serve.
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