Chicago-based app LYLA Named to Fast Co's Most Innovative List

Chicago IL

15 March, 2022

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LYLA has been awarded the #8 spot in the Workplace sector on Fast Company's prestigious annual list of the World's Most Innovative Companies for 2022. This year's list honors businesses that are making the biggest impact on their industries and culture as a whole—ultimately thriving in today's ever-changing world. These companies are creating the future today with some of the most inspiring accomplishments of the 21st century. In addition to the World's 50 Most Innovative Companies, 528 organizations are recognized across 52 categories. LYLA, a virtual personal assistant, emerged during the coronavirus pandemic to get ahead of employee burnout and help with their mental health in a way that traditional Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) have not been able to. "When the pandemic hit, it was one of those 'aha' moments," said Marsha McVicker, Founder and CEO of LYLA. "We found the Employee Assistance Programs our clients had in place were not meeting the needs of their employees, and we were in a position to provide them with real solutions." LYLA now outperforms traditional EAPs by 300%. By combining artificial intelligence with an empathetic human touch, LYLA offers personalized solutions to today's most pressing personal needs. From finding the perfect nanny to getting tires repaired during an emergency and stepping in when tragedy hits, LYLA never leaves the side of those it serves. Fast Company's editors and writers sought out the most groundbreaking businesses across the globe and industries. The World's Most Innovative Companies is their signature franchise and one of its most highly anticipated editorial efforts of the year. It provides both a snapshot and a road map for the future of innovation across the most dynamic sectors of the economy. "The world's most innovative companies play an essential role in addressing the most pressing issues facing society, whether they're fighting climate change by spurring decarbonization efforts, ameliorating the strain on supply chains, or helping us reconnect with one another over shared passions," said Fast Company Deputy Editor David Lidsky. Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies issue (March/April 2022) is available online here, as well as in-app form via iTunes, and on newsstands beginning March 15. The hashtag is #FCMostInnovative. For additional information on LYLA, please reach out to Kate Ahern at 847-370-9027 or [email protected]. ### ABOUT LYLA In today's hybrid and remote workplace landscapes, employees are struggling to maintain a healthy work-life balance causing a vast percentage of the working population to leave their jobs in search of better working conditions. This 'Great Resignation' results from the lack of support and understanding employees feel from their current workplace. LYLA, a woman-owned and operated organization based in Chicago, takes care of employee stressors by assisting with everyday tasks, providing 24/7 confidential assistance and connecting people to the mental health they need in real-time in a manner that is radically changing the EAP industry. More information about LYLA's dedicated mobile assistant can be found online at www.HelpMeLYLA.com. ABOUT FAST COMPANY Fast Company is the only media brand fully dedicated to the vital intersection of business, innovation, and design, engaging the most influential leaders, companies, and thinkers on the future of business. Headquartered in New York City, Fast Company is published by Mansueto Ventures LLC, along with our sister publication Inc., and can be found online at www.fastcompany.com.