Business Excellence
At RIKO, business excellence is not a slogan—it’s embedded in our DNA, shaped by every action we take and every responsibility we uphold. It drives each initiative from the earliest stages of planning and remains present through every phase of execution.
Our commitment to excellence extends beyond internal processes. It forms the foundation of long-term, sustainable relationships—with our employees, clients, partners, and with the natural and social environments in which we operate.
Entrepreneur of the Year
Janez Škrabec was named Entrepreneur of the Year 2024 by the Chamber of Craft and Small Business of Slovenia.
2024
Jubilee Medal of the Republic of Belarus
To mark the 100th anniversary of the Belarusian diplomatic service, HE Ms. Alena Kupchina, Ambassador of the Republic of Belarus in Slovenia, bestowed the Anniversary Medal on Janez Škrabec.
2019
Honorary title “Management Lecturer in Practice”
Prof. Danica Purg, Director of the IEDC-Bled Business School, Faculty of Graduate Studies in Management, awards Janez Skrabec the honorary title of “Management Lecturer in Practice.”
2018
Riko is named the most respected employer in the construction industry
RIKO earned the distinction of being the most respected employer in Slovenia’s construction sector.
2017
Manager of the Year
Janez Škrabec was honored as Manager of the Year by the Managers’ Association of Slovenia.
2017
En.Odmev Award
Energetika.NET and Bisnode presented RIKO with the En.Odmev Award for responsible and sustainable leadership.
2015
Russian Slava (Glory) Award
Janez Škrabec was honored with the Russian Slava award for fostering strong commercial and cultural links between Slovenia and Russia.
2014
Golden Thread
RIKO received the Golden Thread award, recognizing it as Slovenia’s top employer in 2013.
2013
Top Manager
At the 2011 Capital Financial Fair, Janez Škrabec was selected as Top Manager by a jury of business journalists.
2011
Patron of the Year
The newspaper Finance awarded Janez Škrabec the title of Patron of the Year for his philanthropic contributions.
2010
Friendship Medal
Janez Škrabec received the prestigious Medal of Friendship from the President of the Russian Federation
2009
Pro Universitate Labacensi
In 2008, the University of Ljubljana awards Janez Škrabec the Pro Universitate Labacensi medal for his contribution to the development of the University of Ljubljana.
2008
Award of the Slovene Chamber of Commerce for outstanding achievement in business
The Slovene Chamber of Commerce recognized Janez Škrabec for exceptional achievements in business and entrepreneurship.
2008
Award for Outstanding Achievement in Business
The Finance newspaper named Janez Škrabec as the recipient of its Award for Outstanding Business Achievement.
2007
Among the 23 New Global Philanthropists
Charles Handy’s book The New Philanthropists features Janez Škrabec as one of 23 notable global philanthropists, dedicating a chapter to his cultural and social contributions.