Once a month or so, the data storage specialist brings all new hires from around the globe to its global headquarters in Sunnyvale, Calif. or European headquarters in Amsterdam. The occasion is an orientation program dubbed Training On All Special Things, or TOAST. The day-long event includes sessions on NetApp’s vision, culture, values and goals, and a chance to have lunch with CEO Tom Georgens and other senior leaders. Employees appreciate the approachable style reflected in the event. “All top executives are accessible and they listen and try to change things when needed,” says a Canadian employee. “They believe that this culture will create more business and it does. Our customers feel this culture through happy employees.” Read the Great Place to Work review.