A recognition that rewards the company’s commitment to creating a positive, inclusive and people-oriented work environment.


An Achievement that Values LATI People

Varese, February 2025LATI, a leading company in the production of technical thermoplastic compounds, is proud to announce that it has obtained Great Place to Work certification.
This recognition confirms the company’s constant commitment to creating a work environment based on trust, respect and well-being.

Founded in 1945 by Cosimo Conterno, LATI is a historic family-run company that continues to grow under the guidance of the Conterno family members.


A Pocket-Sized Multinational with Solid Roots

With two plants in Lombardy and a production capacity of approximately 40,000 tons per year, LATI is among the leading European producers of technical thermoplastics for engineering use.
The company also operates abroad, with a production site in China and commercial subsidiaries in America, Asia and Europe.

Thanks to this international presence and agile size, LATI is often defined as a “pocket-sized multinational”.


Always Attentive to People and the Territory

Since July 2022, LATI has become a Benefit Corporation.
This evolution represents a natural step in the company’s history, which has demonstrated attention to sustainability, people and the territory since its origins.

The transformation into a Benefit Corporation confirms LATI’s commitment to integrate economic and social objectives, placing ethical and environmental values at the center.

“The Great Place to Work certification recognizes our commitment to creating a positive and inclusive work environment, where people can grow and contribute to the company’s success.
We are proud to be recognized as a company that values organizational well-being and the social fabric in which it operates.”
Michela Conterno, CEO LATI


The Survey among LATI People

The Great Place to Work certification is based on the results of a survey conducted among LATI people in Italy and abroad.
The data shows a high level of satisfaction and a strong sense of belonging.

In particular, the majority of people declared feeling:

  • treated in a fair and impartial manner,
  • part of a safe and welcoming environment,
  • proud to work for LATI and to represent its values.

Furthermore, many people expressed the desire to remain with the company for a long time, a sign of a positive and stable climate.


Pride, Respect and Credibility: the Strengths

The best survey results concern the areas of Pride, Respect and Credibility.
LATI people also highlighted the company’s commitment to investing in new technologies, human resources and safety.

They also emphasized the importance of the Code of Ethics, consistently applied by management, and the social responsibility that guides many of the company’s initiatives.

“We are grateful for this recognition and will continue to work to improve the quality of life of our people and the sustainability of our company.”
Laura Riva, Group HR Director LATI


A Model of Responsible Business

LATI considers corporate social responsibility an integral part of its strategy.
For the company, profit is not an end, but a tool to create economic and social value.
Indeed, LATI believes that collective prosperity must precede individual profit.

This vision translates into concrete actions for the well-being of people, environmental protection and sustainable development.