WTOP News Selects I-66 EMP as One of Greater Washington’s Top Workplaces of 2026
Confidential Survey of Employees Puts66 Express Operator on Prestigious List
Manassas, Virginia June 22, 2026– I-66 Express Mobility Partners (I-66 EMP), the builder and operator of the 22.5-mile multi-modal 66 Express Outside the Beltway managed-lane facility in Northern Virginia, has been recognized among the Top Workplaces of 2026 by WTOP News.
The announcement was made June 18 at a ceremony held at Capital One Hall in Tysons, Virginia.
The illustrious listing of 342 local workplaces is based solely upon a confidential survey administered to employees by Energage LLC, a third-party engagement technology provider. The survey uniquely measures the employee experience and its component themes, including employees feeling Respected & Supported, Enabled to Grow, and Empowered to Execute, to name a few
“We’re proud to have earned a spot on WTOP News’ Top Workplaces for the first time,” said Ruben Roman, CEO of I-66 EMP. “As a company, we strongly believe in making sure our entire team knows their value and feels supported, so receiving this prestigious award demonstrates the cohesiveness and teamwork we strive for. We thank WTOP and Energage for conducting the survey and selecting us as a Top Workplace for 2026.”
To qualify for Top Workplaces recognition, employers must have at least 50 workers in the region. In the entire DMV region, only 117 organizations with fewer than 150 employees – such as I-66 EMP – have earned recognition as a top employer.
“Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor for companies, especially because it comes authentically from their employees,” said Eric Rubino, CEO of Energage LLC. “That’s something to be proud of. In today’s market, leaders must ensure they’re allowing employees to have a voice and be heard. That’s paramount. Top Workplaces do this, and it pays dividends.”
About the 66 Express Outside the Beltway:
Part of VDOT’s Transform 66 Outside the Beltway program, the lanes of the 66 Express are a transformative 22.5-mile multi-modal mega-project with advanced dynamic-tolling systems to keep traffic flowing at all times. Featuring seamless pavement, dedicated access ramps, 11 miles of shared-use path paralleling I-66, and sufficient median space for constructing future transit infrastructure, the lanes of the 66 Express provide Northern Virginia commuters, businesses, and mass transit with a reliable option to move people, goods, and services throughout the I-66 corridor, allowing drivers to Sit Less, Live More. Visit www.Ride66Express.com to learn more, and keep up with the 66 Express on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
About I-66 Express Mobility Partners:
I-66 Express Mobility Partners (EMP) is a consortium of leading infrastructure companies including Cintra, Meridiam, and APG. In public-private partnership (P3) with VDOT, I-66 EMP is contracted to operate the 66 Express Outside the Beltway through 2066, in a public-private partnership with the Virginia Department of Transportation. Connect with I-66 EMP on LinkedIn.
About Energage (Making the world a better place to work together.™):
Energage is a purpose-driven company that helps organizations turn employee feedback into useful business intelligence and credible employer recognition through Top Workplaces. Built on 20 years of culture research and the results from 30 million employees surveyed across more than 80,000 organizations, Energage delivers the most accurate competitive benchmark available. With access to a unique combination of patented analytic tools and expert guidance, Energage customers lead the competition with an engaged workforce and an opportunity to gain recognition for their people-first approach to culture. For more information or to nominate your organization, visit Energage.com or TopWorkplaces.com.
