Building a Best Place to Work: Chris Gallagher on Leadership, Culture, and Growth at Green Office Partner

In this episode, host Scott Moran sits down with Chris Gallagher, co-founder of Green Office Partner, a 50-person technology firm recently named the #1 Best Place to Work by both Crain's Chicago Business and the Chicago Sun-Times. Chris shares how he and his brother built Green Office Partner from the ground up — transforming it into a nationwide leader in managed print services, document digitization, and conference room technology serving clients across 49 states and Canada. Chris reflects on his decision to leave corporate America to pursue entrepreneurship, the lessons learned in leadership and delegation, and the importance of building a culture where employees come first — echoing Richard Branson's philosophy that happy employees create happy clients. He explains how EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) helped structure growth, how recruiting top talent has fueled "hockey stick" results, and why learning what not to chase has been key to scaling efficiently. The conversation also touches on the power of nimble decision-making in a saturated industry, navigating family business dynamics, and insights from Green Office Partner's vantage point on shifting workplace trends — from the return to office to AI adoption. Chris also introduces a timely concept: "job hugging" — the tendency for employees to stay put amid economic uncertainty — and how it's affecting recruiting in today's climate. Listen now to hear how Chris and his team at Green Office Partner are redefining leadership, culture, and client service — and what their journey can teach every business leader about growth, focus, and resilience. Connect with Chris Gallagher: 📧 [email protected] 📞 (312) 399-5299 Connect with Scott: 🌐 https://sutkermoran.com/contact-us/ 📍 Presented by Sutker Moran — Chicago's trusted partner for business consulting and CFO services.