DCR is one of the best places to work in Washington
Dillanos is one of Washington’s Best Workplaces
Hosted by the Puget Sound Business Journal, Washington’s Best Workplaces honors local employers.
The contest is designed to recognize companies that do an exceptional job of cultivating an engaged staff where their value is known and celebrated.
Companies are assessed in six key areas:
- Communication & Resources
- Individual Needs
- Manager Effectiveness
- Personal Engagement
- Team Dynamics
- Trust in Leadership
Nominated companies are provided with an independently managed survey for each staff member to complete. Responses are tallied by Quantum Workplace. Quantum hosts Best Workplace contests for publications and business communities across the nation.
The results are in… DCR is among the best!
What this recognition means to our team
Washington’s Best Places to Work
Sponsored by the Puget Sound Business Journal, this is the first appearance by Dillanos Coffee Roasters.
“Receiving this award was a thrilling surprise. It’s an incredible honor to be recognized as one of Washington’s best places to work, especially ranking #5 in the large business category.
Walking the bases at T-Mobile Park and celebrating with my long-time colleague Enrique felt surreal, but it was also a proud moment for all of us at Dillanos Coffee Roasters. After 23 years here, I can confidently say this award reflects the genuine dedication our Co-CEOs have put into fostering a positive culture and making Dillanos a great place to work for everyone.”
– Carissa H., Chief of Staff
“I love that they allowed us to round the bases on the field at T-Mobile Park when Dillanos and our #5 ranking was announced!!
As I got to 1st base, walking with Carissa, and thinking about our friendship and all the “family members” I have gained through Dillanos.
As we got to 2nd base, I thought about how Dillanos has cared for my own family at home as well as provided a life we enjoy.
Getting to 3rd base, I thought about how grateful I am to work for a company that provides amazing opportunities for us, while helping our customers and business owners from all over fulfill their dreams and futures they can celebrate!
Then… as we arrived at home plate, I thought about the pride that David, Chris, & Howie all had and still have in the creation, growth, and most importantly in us that they all consider family. That pride is what brought us here tonight!
Today my heart was full, and my cup was overflowing with gratefulness, gratitude, and pride to be part of something that is so much more than a Best Places To Work.”
– Enrique G., Delivery Supervisor
Dillanos has deep roots in the Puget Sound area
Co-CEOs David J. Morris and Chris Heyer celebrated 30 years in 2022
A passion for entrepreneurship and a drive for success, David J. Morris set out on a venture and founded Dillanos Coffee Roasters. Dillanos, named after his oldest son Dillon, opened as an espresso cart in 1992 in front of the well-known Sunshine Mart, a convenience store located in Buckley, Washington.
The Sunshine Mart, which still stands today, was owned, and operated by Howard Heyer, David’s stepfather. Howard, or Howie as many called him, took a chance with David and his coffee cart and the two developed a business partnership.
The cart was fueled by David’s enthusiasm, Howard’s business background, and a sincere desire to offer great coffee and great service. The following year they set out and opened two more retail locations and would begin to make decisions that would shape the business for years to come.
In 1994, David’s brother, Chris Heyer, joined the family business at the age of 19 and bought into the company as a third owner. Chris had worked as an experienced barista at a coffee cart outside of a local grocery store. Together, they kicked off Dillanos Coffee Roasters as a wholesale coffee roasting operation. It wasn’t long before the brothers were soaking up information from coffee professionals throughout the country. They learned from the ground up what it takes to source high-quality green coffee, perfect nuanced roast profiles, and create balanced, smooth-tasting blends.
They were passionate about the artistry of bringing out a coffee’s inherent character with just a small nudge of time and temperature. They soon sold the retail stores and put all their energy into wholesale roasting at a new location in Sumner, Washington. As the family business continued to expand, Dillanos Coffee Roasters grew from a tiny three-person outfit to a nationally recognized roaster with more than 1,500 wholesale locations serving Dillanos Coffee across the country.
Today, Dillanos Coffee Roasters employs more than 100 enthusiastic staff members and roasts for some of the country’s most recognized specialty coffee brands.
