PPAI Magazine September 2026

• SEPTEMBER 2026 • 71 Greatest Companies to Work For | Must Read Gold Bond PPAI 113974, Professional Gold Category: Supplier Headquarters: Hixson, Tennessee Top Executive: Mark Godsey Employees: 155 Website: goldbondinc.com Employees’ Favorite Things: Work/life balance, proper training and tools, strong values and ethics What Employees Say: “I have been with Gold Bond for 18 years, started from the bottom, and worked my way up the ladder. Gold Bond has always treated me fairly and worked with me when I had personal things going on that required time off. The company offers great benefits, including 401k contribution matching, as well as health, dental, and vision plans. You have room to grow as your work ethic dictates. Leadership is open to new ideas and is not looking for yes men. If you are willing to work hard and take pride in your work, then this company has a future for you.” HPG PPAI 110772, Professional Platinum Category: Supplier Headquarters: Braintree, Massachusetts Top Executive: Chris Anderson Employees: 519 Website: hpgbrands.com Employees’ Favorite Things: Work/life balance, motivation to succeed, confidence in leadership What Employees Say: “I have been given the opportunity to grow within the company and the flexibility to make work and personal life work. Continuous training and advancement have made it easy to stay focused and involved. With a supportive team I have been able to provide input on ways to better our system and am confident that I have been listened to.” iCoStore PPAI 372689, Professional Gold Category: Distributor Headquarters: Tempe, Arizona Top Executive: Tom Meissner Employees: 77 Website: icostore.com Employees’ Favorite Things: Work/life balance, proper training and tools, growth experience What Employees Say: “Working for this company has been a positive and rewarding experience. The work environment is supportive, the team is collaborative, and I’ve had many opportunities to learn and improve my skills. I feel valued for my contributions, and the company encourages both personal and professional growth. Overall, I would describe it as a great place to work with friendly people and meaningful experiences.” Gold Bond HPG iCoStore

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