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Jawa's Employee Perks Featured on Local News ChannelsFriday, September 3rd, 2010
SCOTTSDALE, AZ - Imagine being able to take a nap at work. It's happening at JAWA, a Scottsdale-based software developer.
Company executives know the hours in front of a computer can be long and tiring. So JAWA CEO Jason Hope approached his executives with the idea of napping at work.
"I thought it was a little crazy when people said 'hey, we want to sleep at work,' it just doesn't seem reasonable. But we did a little research and thought 'hey there's something to this, let’s give it a shot.'" said Director of Content Brad Owen.
JAWA installed two nap rooms. One has a traditional cot-like bed with feng shui decor in soothing blue and earth tones. The other is tropical with a state of the art sleeping pod.
"It comes from England and has a James Bond, Dr. Evil feel," said Owen who says he's tried the sleeping pod himself and likes it.
"I gave it a few weird glances, but when no one was looking I came in here and gave it a try and found out that I loved it," said Content Writer Danny Shoffman.
Shoffman says after several hours in front of the computer he starts finding the simple tasks can take longer than they should and focusing becomes difficult.
"I come in here and get my 15 minutes in and I come back and I'm re-energized, I come back and I feel good," Shoffman said.
But it doesn't stop at the nap room.
JAWA also has a game room, fully equipped with ping pong tables, a pool table and several other games.
And if that isn't enough, they serve a catered breakfast, lunch and dinner.
"It saves time because our workers don't have to go out and eat. If we can save 20 percent on productivity, that pays for it," said Human Resource Director Jason Dupree.
Shoffman agrees, "They care, they care about us and happy people work harder so productivity has a lot of play in this."
If it boosts productivity, JAWA executives say it's well worth the shut eye.
http://www.abc15.com/dpp/news/region_northeast_valley/scottsdale/scottsdale-company-promotes-work-time-naps
Company executives know the hours in front of a computer can be long and tiring. So JAWA CEO Jason Hope approached his executives with the idea of napping at work.
"I thought it was a little crazy when people said 'hey, we want to sleep at work,' it just doesn't seem reasonable. But we did a little research and thought 'hey there's something to this, let’s give it a shot.'" said Director of Content Brad Owen.
JAWA installed two nap rooms. One has a traditional cot-like bed with feng shui decor in soothing blue and earth tones. The other is tropical with a state of the art sleeping pod.
"It comes from England and has a James Bond, Dr. Evil feel," said Owen who says he's tried the sleeping pod himself and likes it.
"I gave it a few weird glances, but when no one was looking I came in here and gave it a try and found out that I loved it," said Content Writer Danny Shoffman.
Shoffman says after several hours in front of the computer he starts finding the simple tasks can take longer than they should and focusing becomes difficult.
"I come in here and get my 15 minutes in and I come back and I'm re-energized, I come back and I feel good," Shoffman said.
But it doesn't stop at the nap room.
JAWA also has a game room, fully equipped with ping pong tables, a pool table and several other games.
And if that isn't enough, they serve a catered breakfast, lunch and dinner.
"It saves time because our workers don't have to go out and eat. If we can save 20 percent on productivity, that pays for it," said Human Resource Director Jason Dupree.
Shoffman agrees, "They care, they care about us and happy people work harder so productivity has a lot of play in this."
If it boosts productivity, JAWA executives say it's well worth the shut eye.
http://www.abc15.com/dpp/news/region_northeast_valley/scottsdale/scottsdale-company-promotes-work-time-naps
Jawa Announces its Corporate Partnership with Ronald McDonald House Charities of PhoenixMonday, August 30th, 2010
SCOTTSDALE, AZ, August 30, 2010 – As part of its employee-driven philanthropy program, ‘Jawa Gives,’ Scottsdale-based software and interactive media firm, Jawa, has selected the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Phoenix as this month’s charity recipient. Jawa’s donation will assist RMHC in providing a home-away-from-home for children and their families who travel to Phoenix to receive treatment for serious and often life-threatening illnesses and injuries. The organization was nominated by a Jawa employee who has volunteered for RMHC of Phoenix for many years after his extended family received much-needed support from the Ronald McDonald House during a difficult time.
In addition to a cash donation, Jawa will become a Ronald McDonald House Charities of Phoenix Corporate Partner and an active participant in all RMHC events throughout the year, including “A McNight to Remember,” a November 6 gala celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Ronald McDonald House in Phoenix. Additionally, Jawa will be hosting a speaker from the RMHC at its offices this month so employees can learn more about the organization.
“The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Phoenix plays such a vital role in the well-being of children and families from, and traveling to, our community; I can’t think of a more important organization to give to. I look forward to Jawa’s partnership with the RMHC and continuing to contribute to its cause,” said Jawa CEO Jason Hope.
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Phoenix joins a fantastic group of organizations that have received donations through ‘Jawa Gives,’ a program which allows employees to nominate their favorite charities to receive a donation. Most recently, Jawa has donated to the Sierra Club Grand Canyon Chapter, Phoenix Zoo, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Desert Mountain States Chapter, Donor Network of Arizona and Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Phoenix.
About Ronald McDonald House Charities of Phoenix
For 25 years, Ronald McDonald House of Phoenix has offered a comfortable, welcoming and affordable haven for more than 30,000 family visits from across the state and around the world. The families stay for days, weeks, sometimes months at a time, while their children undergo medical treatment at Valley hospitals. They are asked to pay just $15 a night to stay at the House, but no family is ever turned away because of its inability to pay. The Phoenix Houses can accommodate up to 63 families each night and the organization serves more than 1,500 families a year. Ronald McDonald House Charities of Phoenix is a non-profit organization supported by individual, corporate and foundation donations. For more information, visit www.rmhcphoenix.com.
About Jawa
Founded in 2005, Jawa develops software and media solutions enabling people to stay connected to information, entertainment, and communities while on the go. Jawa is a privately held company headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ. For more information on Jawa, visit http://www.jawa.com.
In addition to a cash donation, Jawa will become a Ronald McDonald House Charities of Phoenix Corporate Partner and an active participant in all RMHC events throughout the year, including “A McNight to Remember,” a November 6 gala celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Ronald McDonald House in Phoenix. Additionally, Jawa will be hosting a speaker from the RMHC at its offices this month so employees can learn more about the organization.
“The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Phoenix plays such a vital role in the well-being of children and families from, and traveling to, our community; I can’t think of a more important organization to give to. I look forward to Jawa’s partnership with the RMHC and continuing to contribute to its cause,” said Jawa CEO Jason Hope.
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Phoenix joins a fantastic group of organizations that have received donations through ‘Jawa Gives,’ a program which allows employees to nominate their favorite charities to receive a donation. Most recently, Jawa has donated to the Sierra Club Grand Canyon Chapter, Phoenix Zoo, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Desert Mountain States Chapter, Donor Network of Arizona and Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Phoenix.
About Ronald McDonald House Charities of Phoenix
For 25 years, Ronald McDonald House of Phoenix has offered a comfortable, welcoming and affordable haven for more than 30,000 family visits from across the state and around the world. The families stay for days, weeks, sometimes months at a time, while their children undergo medical treatment at Valley hospitals. They are asked to pay just $15 a night to stay at the House, but no family is ever turned away because of its inability to pay. The Phoenix Houses can accommodate up to 63 families each night and the organization serves more than 1,500 families a year. Ronald McDonald House Charities of Phoenix is a non-profit organization supported by individual, corporate and foundation donations. For more information, visit www.rmhcphoenix.com.
About Jawa
Founded in 2005, Jawa develops software and media solutions enabling people to stay connected to information, entertainment, and communities while on the go. Jawa is a privately held company headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ. For more information on Jawa, visit http://www.jawa.com.
Jawa Teams Up with the Sierra Club While Pledging Funds and Company-Wide Green InitiativesMonday, July 19th, 2010
SCOTTSDALE, AZ, July 19, 2010 – Leading software and interactive media firm, Jawa, has selected the Sierra Club’s Grand Canyon Chapter as this month’s ‘Jawa Gives’ charity recipient. In addition to cash and in-kind donations that will support the Sierra Club’s mission to practice and promote responsible use of the Earth’s ecosystems and resources, Jawa has committed to launching in-house ‘green’ initiatives including office-wide recycling and cutting back on plastic and Styrofoam use.
Jawa’s donation to the Sierra Club’s Grand Canyon Chapter is part of its employee-driven philanthropy program ‘Jawa Gives’ which allows staff members to nominate non-profit organizations that have positively affected their lives. The Sierra Club was nominated for ‘Jawa Gives,’ by an employee who’s been active with the organization for 15 years and shares its passion for environmental sustainability.
“We’re looking forward to working with the Sierra Club and learning about tangible ways that we, as a company and as individuals, can ‘go green.’ The Sierra Club offers great educational programs to encourage eco-consciousness; such as hikes, service outings, presentations and workshops, which Jawa employees will be given the opportunity to participate in throughout the year. I’m hopeful all of us here at Jawa can make a difference,” said Jawa CEO Jason Hope.
The Sierra Club Grand Canyon Chapter joins a group of well-deserving charities and organizations that have received donations as part of Jawa’s ‘Jawa Gives’ program including: the Phoenix Zoo, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Desert Mountain States Chapter, Donor Network of Arizona, and Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Phoenix.
To find out more about the Sierra Club’s Grand Canyon Chapter and what they are doing in Arizona, please go to http://arizona.sierraclub.org.
About Jawa
Founded in 2005, Jawa develops software and media solutions enabling people to stay connected to information, entertainment, and communities while on the go. Jawa is a privately held company headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ. For more information on Jawa, visit http://www.jawa.com.
Jawa’s donation to the Sierra Club’s Grand Canyon Chapter is part of its employee-driven philanthropy program ‘Jawa Gives’ which allows staff members to nominate non-profit organizations that have positively affected their lives. The Sierra Club was nominated for ‘Jawa Gives,’ by an employee who’s been active with the organization for 15 years and shares its passion for environmental sustainability.
“We’re looking forward to working with the Sierra Club and learning about tangible ways that we, as a company and as individuals, can ‘go green.’ The Sierra Club offers great educational programs to encourage eco-consciousness; such as hikes, service outings, presentations and workshops, which Jawa employees will be given the opportunity to participate in throughout the year. I’m hopeful all of us here at Jawa can make a difference,” said Jawa CEO Jason Hope.
The Sierra Club Grand Canyon Chapter joins a group of well-deserving charities and organizations that have received donations as part of Jawa’s ‘Jawa Gives’ program including: the Phoenix Zoo, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Desert Mountain States Chapter, Donor Network of Arizona, and Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Phoenix.
To find out more about the Sierra Club’s Grand Canyon Chapter and what they are doing in Arizona, please go to http://arizona.sierraclub.org.
About Jawa
Founded in 2005, Jawa develops software and media solutions enabling people to stay connected to information, entertainment, and communities while on the go. Jawa is a privately held company headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ. For more information on Jawa, visit http://www.jawa.com.
Jawa Announces Its Corporate Sponsorship of the Phoenix ZooWednesday, June 16th, 2010
SCOTTSDALE, AZ, June 16, 2010 – Jawa, a Scottsdale software and interactive media firm, has joined the Phoenix Zoo’s Corporate Member Program. Jawa’s cash donation will assist the zoo in its efforts to care for the hundreds of endangered and threatened species that are currently part of its collection of 1300 animals, in addition to maintaining the upkeep of the zoo for the more than one million visitors it receives each year.
The sponsorship is part of Jawa’s corporate philanthropy program, ‘Jawa Gives’ which allows employees to nominate non-profit organizations and causes that have positively impacted their lives. This month, the Phoenix Zoo was selected not only for the cultural attraction it provides Phoenix, but also because the partnership allowed Jawa to give back to its employees. As part of the Corporate Membership, every employee at Jawa will receive complimentary zoo tickets to share with their families.
“We had so many nominations for animal-related organizations that we decided to donate to the one closest to our community and also one that allows us to say ‘thank you’ to Jawa staff. The Phoenix Zoo was recently voted one of the Nation’s Top 5 Zoos for Kids and I hope employees and their families will take advantage of their zoo passes,” said Jawa CEO, Jason Hope.
The Phoenix Zoo joins a group of well-deserving charities and organizations to have received donations as part of Jawa’s ‘Jawa Gives’ program including: the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Desert Mountain States Chapter, the Donor Network of Arizona and Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Phoenix.
About the Phoenix Zoo
The Phoenix Zoo is a non-profit zoological park that serves 1.5 million guests annually. Home to more than 1, 300 animals and many endangered and threatened species, the Zoo is dedicated to providing experiences that inspire people and motivate them to care for the natural world.
About Jawa
Founded in 2005, Jawa develops software and media solutions enabling people to stay connected to information, entertainment, and communities while on the go. Jawa is a privately held company headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ. For more information on Jawa, visit http://www.jawa.com.
The sponsorship is part of Jawa’s corporate philanthropy program, ‘Jawa Gives’ which allows employees to nominate non-profit organizations and causes that have positively impacted their lives. This month, the Phoenix Zoo was selected not only for the cultural attraction it provides Phoenix, but also because the partnership allowed Jawa to give back to its employees. As part of the Corporate Membership, every employee at Jawa will receive complimentary zoo tickets to share with their families.
“We had so many nominations for animal-related organizations that we decided to donate to the one closest to our community and also one that allows us to say ‘thank you’ to Jawa staff. The Phoenix Zoo was recently voted one of the Nation’s Top 5 Zoos for Kids and I hope employees and their families will take advantage of their zoo passes,” said Jawa CEO, Jason Hope.
The Phoenix Zoo joins a group of well-deserving charities and organizations to have received donations as part of Jawa’s ‘Jawa Gives’ program including: the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Desert Mountain States Chapter, the Donor Network of Arizona and Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Phoenix.
About the Phoenix Zoo
The Phoenix Zoo is a non-profit zoological park that serves 1.5 million guests annually. Home to more than 1, 300 animals and many endangered and threatened species, the Zoo is dedicated to providing experiences that inspire people and motivate them to care for the natural world.
About Jawa
Founded in 2005, Jawa develops software and media solutions enabling people to stay connected to information, entertainment, and communities while on the go. Jawa is a privately held company headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ. For more information on Jawa, visit http://www.jawa.com.
Jawa to Sponsor "The Big Event" Benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan PhoenixFriday, May 21st, 2010
June 5 Fundraiser Helps Support BGCMP Programs and Services
SCOTTSDALE, AZ, May 21, 2010 – Jawa, a leader in software and interactive media, is a proud sponsor of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Phoenix’s annual fundraiser, ‘The Big Event,’ on Saturday, June 5. The event, hosted by MetroOrg will feature live music and youth entertainment as well as a silent and live auction benefiting the Metropolitan Phoenix area Boys & Girls Clubs.
“It’s important to encourage our youth to reach their full potential in life; the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Phoenix do exactly that through their inspiring programs and life-changing services. Jawa is happy to be part of ‘The Big Event’ and to support the BGCMP,” said Jawa’s CEO.
Jawa’s CEO will attend ‘The Big Event’ along with other senior staffers. For more information on the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Phoenix, visit: http://www.bgcmp.org
About Jawa
Founded in 2005, Jawa develops software and media solutions enabling people to stay connected to information, entertainment, and communities while on the go. Jawa is a privately held company headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ. For more information on Jawa, visit http://www.jawa.com.
SCOTTSDALE, AZ, May 21, 2010 – Jawa, a leader in software and interactive media, is a proud sponsor of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Phoenix’s annual fundraiser, ‘The Big Event,’ on Saturday, June 5. The event, hosted by MetroOrg will feature live music and youth entertainment as well as a silent and live auction benefiting the Metropolitan Phoenix area Boys & Girls Clubs.
“It’s important to encourage our youth to reach their full potential in life; the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Phoenix do exactly that through their inspiring programs and life-changing services. Jawa is happy to be part of ‘The Big Event’ and to support the BGCMP,” said Jawa’s CEO.
Jawa’s CEO will attend ‘The Big Event’ along with other senior staffers. For more information on the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Phoenix, visit: http://www.bgcmp.org
About Jawa
Founded in 2005, Jawa develops software and media solutions enabling people to stay connected to information, entertainment, and communities while on the go. Jawa is a privately held company headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ. For more information on Jawa, visit http://www.jawa.com.