"Work hard", "have fun" and "make a difference" are the values at the heart of Instarmac Group, which makes and distributes cement- and bitumen-based products. The company says the values are "the glue that keeps us together", and it wants "all employees to grow, prosper and achieve their potential".

As part of that commitment, Instarmac, which is based in Tamworth, Staffordshire, instils a strong sense of belonging through its culture and values and ensures that staff contributions are valued. Its 'Make a Difference Awards' recognise exceptional staff members.

It operates an open-performance approach, whereby all contributions are measured in the same way, and all employees are provided with meaningful feedback. The company's open-door approach and honest conversations also make a difference.

The organisation’s commitment to an engaged workforce sees it supporting and rewarding staff with a comprehensive personal growth programme that empowers employees to take ownership of their own learning to propel their careers forward.

A profit- and performance-related pay scheme gives staff the chance to share in the company's success and in 2022 it gave them a cost-of-living bonus.

Instarmac’s drive for high standards and positive impact is not limited to its products and manufacturing processes, but is embedded across all aspects of its business. From decreasing its impact on the environment, thanks to sending zero waste to landfill and initiatives such as reduced emissions from its fleet of vehicles, to supporting local charities, it has demonstrated its commitment to giving something back.