Company ranks No. 5 in its first national Top Workplaces recognition
Arlington, VA – The Nakupuna Companies have been named a 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplace, ranking fifth among organizations with 1,000–2,499 employees. The national recognition marks a significant milestone in the company’s continued growth from a Hawaiʻi-based organization to a nationally recognized employer.
Unlike many corporate awards, the USA TODAY Top Workplaces honor is based entirely on confidential employee feedback, making it a direct reflection of the day-to-day employee experience across the organization.
“When our employees tell us this is a place where they are trusted, supported, and empowered to do meaningful work, that translates directly into how we serve our customers,” said Jason Greenawalt, CEO of the Nakupuna Companies. “This recognition as a top employer affirms what our partners experience every day—teams that are engaged, accountable, and committed to delivering results that matter.”
As Nakupuna has expanded its footprint across the country, the company has remained intentional about building and sustaining a people-first culture that connects employees to mission and purpose, regardless of location. That alignment has enabled Nakupuna to maintain strong engagement while supporting customers nationwide.
Founded in Hawaiʻi, Nakupuna delivers mission-critical services to federal customers, helping agencies solve complex operational and technical challenges. As a Native Hawaiian Organization-owned company, Nakupuna reinvests its success into the Nakupuna Foundation, supporting initiatives that create sustainable economic opportunities for the Native Hawaiian community.
The USA TODAY Top Workplaces award recognizes organizations that prioritize employee listening and engagement. Winners are selected based solely on employee feedback gathered through a confidential survey administered by Energage, an independent research and technology firm specializing in workplace culture.
Nakupuna remains focused on growing with purpose as it expands its national presence and supports evolving customer missions. This recognition reinforces the company’s commitment to building a workplace where people are equipped to do their best work, strengthening the outcomes delivered to customers and the broader impact made in the communities it serves.
