The Best Credit Unions to Work For
September 18, 2017 8:45 AM
Being a top employer isn't just about bragging rights
Credit unions pride themselves on service, and while technology is important, it’s often the human touch that makes the biggest difference—making it all the more important to attract and retain the best talent. And that’s what Credit Union Journal’s annual Best Credit Unions to Work For program is all about.
Credit Union Journal partnered with Best Companies Group, a third-party research firm, to put together the Best Credit Unions to Work For rankings. How did these top credit unions make the grade? Participating credit unions had to have at least 25 employees and agree to participate in a free, two-part assessment administered by Best Companies Group.
The first part of the assessment, worth 25 percent of the score, gathered information about benefits, policies and human resources practices. The second part, which accounted for 75 percent of the score, involved a confidential, 78-question employee survey that looked at everything from what employees love about working there, unique benefits offered, and special recognition and appreciation programs, to ways to relieve stress and promote fun in the workplace.
From quirky perks to serious talent development, learn what some of the best credit unions are doing to lure and keep the top talent.
Credit Union Journal partnered with Best Companies Group, a third-party research firm, to put together the Best Credit Unions to Work For rankings. How did these top credit unions make the grade? Participating credit unions had to have at least 25 employees and agree to participate in a free, two-part assessment administered by Best Companies Group.
The first part of the assessment, worth 25 percent of the score, gathered information about benefits, policies and human resources practices. The second part, which accounted for 75 percent of the score, involved a confidential, 78-question employee survey that looked at everything from what employees love about working there, unique benefits offered, and special recognition and appreciation programs, to ways to relieve stress and promote fun in the workplace.
From quirky perks to serious talent development, learn what some of the best credit unions are doing to lure and keep the top talent.
1) Consumers CU
Consumers Credit Union
Kalamazoo, Mich.
Assets: $900 million
Overall Rank: 1
Asset Category Rank: 1
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• After one year, employees are reimbursed for 50 percent of their annual gym membership.
• Employees are offered a 20 percent loan rate discount for non-real estate loans.
• Employees are offered free safety deposit boxes.
Pictured above: CEO Kit Snyder participates in the Ice Bucket Challenge with help from assistant Heather Koprolces, while (left to right) CFO Steve Howard, CMO Lynne Jarman-Johnson and CHRO Shawn Premer look on.
Kalamazoo, Mich.
Assets: $900 million
Overall Rank: 1
Asset Category Rank: 1
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• After one year, employees are reimbursed for 50 percent of their annual gym membership.
• Employees are offered a 20 percent loan rate discount for non-real estate loans.
• Employees are offered free safety deposit boxes.
Pictured above: CEO Kit Snyder participates in the Ice Bucket Challenge with help from assistant Heather Koprolces, while (left to right) CFO Steve Howard, CMO Lynne Jarman-Johnson and CHRO Shawn Premer look on.
2) Texas Tech FCU
Texas Tech Federal Credit Union
Lubbock, Texas
Assets: $156 million
Overall Rank: 2
Asset Category Rank: 1
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• The credit union compensates employees for internal referrals.
• If the credit union achieves predetermined financial and strategic goals during the calendar year, members of the management team receive a bonus.
• Employees look forward to the annual Christmas party.
Pictured above: Texas Tech FCU’s management team, alongside Raider Red (center) the Texas Tech University mascot.
Lubbock, Texas
Assets: $156 million
Overall Rank: 2
Asset Category Rank: 1
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• The credit union compensates employees for internal referrals.
• If the credit union achieves predetermined financial and strategic goals during the calendar year, members of the management team receive a bonus.
• Employees look forward to the annual Christmas party.
Pictured above: Texas Tech FCU’s management team, alongside Raider Red (center) the Texas Tech University mascot.
4) One Nevada CU
One Nevada Credit Union
Las Vegas, Nev.
Assets: $874 million
Overall Rank: 4
Asset Category Rank: 3
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• The annual “TOPS” program and ceremony formally recognizes employees for outstanding performance.
• Every year the credit union has a different “fair” theme. In 2016, employees participated in the “Health & Holistic Fair” to promote the importance of well-being.
• The credit union’s management incentive program grants annual monetary incentives based on the successful completion of established company and individual goals.
Pictured above: Ribbon-cutting ceremony at One Nevada CU’s Decatur branch opening.
Las Vegas, Nev.
Assets: $874 million
Overall Rank: 4
Asset Category Rank: 3
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• The annual “TOPS” program and ceremony formally recognizes employees for outstanding performance.
• Every year the credit union has a different “fair” theme. In 2016, employees participated in the “Health & Holistic Fair” to promote the importance of well-being.
• The credit union’s management incentive program grants annual monetary incentives based on the successful completion of established company and individual goals.
Pictured above: Ribbon-cutting ceremony at One Nevada CU’s Decatur branch opening.
5) Michigan State University FCU
Michigan State University Federal Credit Union
East Lansing, Mich.
Assets: $3.65 billion
No. of employees: 795
Overall Rank: 5
Asset Category Rank: 1
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees look forward to the annual summer picnic, which includes games, inflatable toys and music.
• Employees can receive $800 for referring someone they think would be an asset to the credit union. They receive $400 after the referred employee is hired and $400 after the completion of the referred employee's sixth month trial period.
• Every employee is eligible to receive an incentive bonus through the credit union’s “CU Healthy” program.
Pictured above: MSUFCU’s 2017 annual summer picnic held at the CU’s first headquarters building in East Lansing.
East Lansing, Mich.
Assets: $3.65 billion
No. of employees: 795
Overall Rank: 5
Asset Category Rank: 1
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees look forward to the annual summer picnic, which includes games, inflatable toys and music.
• Employees can receive $800 for referring someone they think would be an asset to the credit union. They receive $400 after the referred employee is hired and $400 after the completion of the referred employee's sixth month trial period.
• Every employee is eligible to receive an incentive bonus through the credit union’s “CU Healthy” program.
Pictured above: MSUFCU’s 2017 annual summer picnic held at the CU’s first headquarters building in East Lansing.
6) Atomic FCU
Atomic Credit Union
Piketon, Ohio
Assets: $287 million
Overall Rank: 6
Asset Category Rank: 1
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Upon management recommendation, employees may receive a cash bonus based on achievements, including project completion, contributions to efficiency and outstanding teamwork efforts.
• The board of directors personally delivers Christmas bonuses to staff.
• Employees pay to wear jeans on dress down days. The money is donated to charities.
Pictured above: The grand opening of Atomic Credit Union’s Chillicothe Branch.
Piketon, Ohio
Assets: $287 million
Overall Rank: 6
Asset Category Rank: 1
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Upon management recommendation, employees may receive a cash bonus based on achievements, including project completion, contributions to efficiency and outstanding teamwork efforts.
• The board of directors personally delivers Christmas bonuses to staff.
• Employees pay to wear jeans on dress down days. The money is donated to charities.
Pictured above: The grand opening of Atomic Credit Union’s Chillicothe Branch.
7) South Carolina FCU
South Carolina Federal Credit Union
North Charleston, SC
Assets: $1.65 billion
Overall Rank: 7
Asset Category Rank: 2
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• During “Wellness Week” employees are offered onsite physicals and flu shots.
• The credit union hosts food trucks every Thursday and sushi every Friday.
• The annual "Years of Service Awards” are given to employees based on their years of service with the credit union. The award is up to $500 upon a milestone anniversary.
Pictured above: SVP Leslie Norris and CEO Scott Woods celebrate South Carolina Federal Credit Union “Best Places to Work” with a high five!
North Charleston, SC
Assets: $1.65 billion
Overall Rank: 7
Asset Category Rank: 2
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• During “Wellness Week” employees are offered onsite physicals and flu shots.
• The credit union hosts food trucks every Thursday and sushi every Friday.
• The annual "Years of Service Awards” are given to employees based on their years of service with the credit union. The award is up to $500 upon a milestone anniversary.
Pictured above: SVP Leslie Norris and CEO Scott Woods celebrate South Carolina Federal Credit Union “Best Places to Work” with a high five!
8) TruChoice FCU
TruChoice Federal Credit Union
Portland, Maine
Assets: $119 million
Overall Rank: 8
Asset Category Rank: 2
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• The credit union has internal currency called “Ken Kash,” which is given to employees throughout the year as rewards and incentives. Employees can redeem Ken Kash for prizes.
• All employees are eligible for annual “gain” sharing. The calculation is 50 percent based on meeting organizational goals and 50 percent based on meeting individual goals.
• To emphasize a work-life balance, the credit union offers flexible work schedules.
Pictured above: TruChoice Federal Credit Union employees join in a pirate-themed team building event.
Portland, Maine
Assets: $119 million
Overall Rank: 8
Asset Category Rank: 2
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• The credit union has internal currency called “Ken Kash,” which is given to employees throughout the year as rewards and incentives. Employees can redeem Ken Kash for prizes.
• All employees are eligible for annual “gain” sharing. The calculation is 50 percent based on meeting organizational goals and 50 percent based on meeting individual goals.
• To emphasize a work-life balance, the credit union offers flexible work schedules.
Pictured above: TruChoice Federal Credit Union employees join in a pirate-themed team building event.
9) Veridian CU
Veridian Credit Union
Waterloo, Iowa
Assets: $3 billion
Overall Rank: 9
Asset Category Rank: 3
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees enjoy participating in the “National Ugly Sweater Day” contest.
• When the credit union’s 30th branch opened in 2017, employees were treated to gourmet cupcakes.
• Every fall, employees are allowed to wear their favorite college team jerseys on “College Color Day.”
Pictured above: Veridian staff, including the University Hy-Vee branch team seen here, recently celebrated an upgrade to the credit union’s online and mobile banking platform.
Waterloo, Iowa
Assets: $3 billion
Overall Rank: 9
Asset Category Rank: 3
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees enjoy participating in the “National Ugly Sweater Day” contest.
• When the credit union’s 30th branch opened in 2017, employees were treated to gourmet cupcakes.
• Every fall, employees are allowed to wear their favorite college team jerseys on “College Color Day.”
Pictured above: Veridian staff, including the University Hy-Vee branch team seen here, recently celebrated an upgrade to the credit union’s online and mobile banking platform.
10) OMNI Community CU
OMNI Credit Union
Battle Creek, Mich.
Assets: $385 million
Overall Rank: 10
Asset Category Rank: 2
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• In 2017, all full-time employees received a $3,000 bonus.
• Employees look forward to “Team Enrichment Day,” which includes events geared toward bonding and collective betterment.
• The credit union offers an eight percent 401k match to full-time and part-time employees.
Pictured above: OMNI Community CU staffers celebrate the 2016 Team Enrichment Day.
Battle Creek, Mich.
Assets: $385 million
Overall Rank: 10
Asset Category Rank: 2
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• In 2017, all full-time employees received a $3,000 bonus.
• Employees look forward to “Team Enrichment Day,” which includes events geared toward bonding and collective betterment.
• The credit union offers an eight percent 401k match to full-time and part-time employees.
Pictured above: OMNI Community CU staffers celebrate the 2016 Team Enrichment Day.
11) Rogue CU
Rogue Credit Union
Medford, Ore.
Assets: $1.37 billion
Overall Rank: 11
Asset Category Rank: 4
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Every employee receives an end of the year gift card.
• All employees who refer potential members to the credit union for financial services are eligible for bonus ranging from $15 to $100.
• Employees look forward to the annual awards banquet.
Pictured above: Rogue CU's leadership team.
Medford, Ore.
Assets: $1.37 billion
Overall Rank: 11
Asset Category Rank: 4
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Every employee receives an end of the year gift card.
• All employees who refer potential members to the credit union for financial services are eligible for bonus ranging from $15 to $100.
• Employees look forward to the annual awards banquet.
Pictured above: Rogue CU's leadership team.
12) URW Community FCU
URW Community Federal Credit Union
Danville, Va.
Assets: $172 million
Overall Rank: 12
Asset Category Rank: 3
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• The credit union closes on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
• Employees are entitled to a free membership to the YMCA.
• Employees enjoy going to the CEO’s house on Memorial Day for a cookout.
Pictured above: URW Community FCU senior leadership and staff outside the credit union's headquarters.
Danville, Va.
Assets: $172 million
Overall Rank: 12
Asset Category Rank: 3
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• The credit union closes on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
• Employees are entitled to a free membership to the YMCA.
• Employees enjoy going to the CEO’s house on Memorial Day for a cookout.
Pictured above: URW Community FCU senior leadership and staff outside the credit union's headquarters.
13) Idaho State University CU
Idaho State University Credit Union
Pocatello, Idaho
Overall Rank: 13
Asset Category Rank: 4
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• The credit union supports a community involvement program, Teal Team VI, which encourages and rewards employees who volunteer for community-based activities.
• The credit union offers a wellness program that provides $300 annually to employees for a gym membership or fitness equipment.
• Upper management receives up to a five percent annual bonus based on strategic goals.
Pictured above: From left to right, Robert Taylor-President/CEO; Cory Omanson-Senior Vice President/CFO; and Doug Chambers-Senior Vice President/COO.
Pocatello, Idaho
Overall Rank: 13
Asset Category Rank: 4
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• The credit union supports a community involvement program, Teal Team VI, which encourages and rewards employees who volunteer for community-based activities.
• The credit union offers a wellness program that provides $300 annually to employees for a gym membership or fitness equipment.
• Upper management receives up to a five percent annual bonus based on strategic goals.
Pictured above: From left to right, Robert Taylor-President/CEO; Cory Omanson-Senior Vice President/CFO; and Doug Chambers-Senior Vice President/COO.
14) Mountain America CU
Mountain America Credit Union
West Jordan, Utah
Assets: $6.8 billion
Overall Rank: 14
Asset Category Rank: 5
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• The credit union supports employee-sponsored charity events, such as cooking for families at the Ronald McDonald house, Breast Cancer Awareness Walks and Leukemia Foundation fundraising.
• Employees enjoy participating in company sponsored events, including attending Cirque du Soleil performances.
• During “Casual for a Cause day,” employees contribute to selected charities in exchange for wearing jeans to work. During major sports events, employees can wear their favorite team’s jerseys.
Pictured above: Board members and Sandy City, Utah, Mayor Tom Dolan joined Mountain America Credit Union CEO Sterling Nielsen in a ground breaking ceremony for the CU’s new corporate headquarters.
West Jordan, Utah
Assets: $6.8 billion
Overall Rank: 14
Asset Category Rank: 5
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• The credit union supports employee-sponsored charity events, such as cooking for families at the Ronald McDonald house, Breast Cancer Awareness Walks and Leukemia Foundation fundraising.
• Employees enjoy participating in company sponsored events, including attending Cirque du Soleil performances.
• During “Casual for a Cause day,” employees contribute to selected charities in exchange for wearing jeans to work. During major sports events, employees can wear their favorite team’s jerseys.
Pictured above: Board members and Sandy City, Utah, Mayor Tom Dolan joined Mountain America Credit Union CEO Sterling Nielsen in a ground breaking ceremony for the CU’s new corporate headquarters.
15) Infinity FCU
Infinity Federal Credit Union
Westbrook, Maine
Assets: $320 million
Overall Rank: 15
Asset Category Rank: 3
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees are offered 100 percent tuition reimbursement.
• Employees and family members receive free medical and dental insurance.
• Fulltime employees work 37.5 hours per week and are paid weekly.
Pictured above: Infinity’s FCU’s Arundel team. From left to right: Derek Hawkes, Jennifer Dumas, Sandy Desrochers and Terry Vetrano.
Westbrook, Maine
Assets: $320 million
Overall Rank: 15
Asset Category Rank: 3
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees are offered 100 percent tuition reimbursement.
• Employees and family members receive free medical and dental insurance.
• Fulltime employees work 37.5 hours per week and are paid weekly.
Pictured above: Infinity’s FCU’s Arundel team. From left to right: Derek Hawkes, Jennifer Dumas, Sandy Desrochers and Terry Vetrano.
16) Coastal CU
Coastal Credit Union
Raleigh, NC
Assets: $2.9 billion
Overall Rank: 16
Asset Category Rank: 6
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees enjoy ice cream socials and on-site massage chairs.
• Employees are eligible for free concert tickets to Coastal Music Park.
• Minimum wage was voluntarily raised to $12 per hour.
Pictured above: Coastal employees and senior management celebrating the credit unions 50th anniversary with a 1960s-themed party.
Raleigh, NC
Assets: $2.9 billion
Overall Rank: 16
Asset Category Rank: 6
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees enjoy ice cream socials and on-site massage chairs.
• Employees are eligible for free concert tickets to Coastal Music Park.
• Minimum wage was voluntarily raised to $12 per hour.
Pictured above: Coastal employees and senior management celebrating the credit unions 50th anniversary with a 1960s-themed party.
17) HAPO Community CU
HAPO Community Credit Union
Richland, Wash.
Assets: $1.54 billion
Overall Rank: 17
Asset Category Rank: 7
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees receive year-end bonus.
• The credit union offers a sales incentive program.
• The credit union sponsors an annual employees’ awards banquet.
Pictured above: HAPO employees volunteering during a “Community Service Day” in Pasco, Washington.
Richland, Wash.
Assets: $1.54 billion
Overall Rank: 17
Asset Category Rank: 7
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees receive year-end bonus.
• The credit union offers a sales incentive program.
• The credit union sponsors an annual employees’ awards banquet.
Pictured above: HAPO employees volunteering during a “Community Service Day” in Pasco, Washington.
18) Alabama CU
Alabama Credit Union
Tuscaloosa, Ala.
Assets: $775 million
Overall Rank: 18
Asset Category Rank: 4
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• The annual employee “StafFest” underscores strategic plans that are pushed to all levels of the organization for transparency and “buy-in.”
• Employees participate in wellness events, such as bowling and picnics.
• The credit union offers a year-end incentive program that pays a percentage of year-to-date pay equally to all employees.
Pictured above: Employees from Alabama CU’s Fayette branch delivered gift baskets of goodies to the staff of a local nursing home.
Tuscaloosa, Ala.
Assets: $775 million
Overall Rank: 18
Asset Category Rank: 4
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• The annual employee “StafFest” underscores strategic plans that are pushed to all levels of the organization for transparency and “buy-in.”
• Employees participate in wellness events, such as bowling and picnics.
• The credit union offers a year-end incentive program that pays a percentage of year-to-date pay equally to all employees.
Pictured above: Employees from Alabama CU’s Fayette branch delivered gift baskets of goodies to the staff of a local nursing home.
19) Charlotte Metro FCU
Charlotte Metro Federal Credit Union
Charlotte, NC
Assets: $449 million
Overall Rank: 19
Asset Category Rank: 4
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• All employees are eligible for up to a $1,500 bonus annually based on credit union achieving set goals.
• Retail, front-line, sales and lending employees are offered an incentive programs and can earn up to 25 percent of base pay.
• Employees are offered paid parental leave.
Pictured above: Team members from Charlotte Metro FCU's main office show their credit union spirit.
Charlotte, NC
Assets: $449 million
Overall Rank: 19
Asset Category Rank: 4
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• All employees are eligible for up to a $1,500 bonus annually based on credit union achieving set goals.
• Retail, front-line, sales and lending employees are offered an incentive programs and can earn up to 25 percent of base pay.
• Employees are offered paid parental leave.
Pictured above: Team members from Charlotte Metro FCU's main office show their credit union spirit.
20) Nusenda CU
Nusenda Credit Union
Albuquerque, NM
Assets: $1.97 billion
Overall Rank: 20
Asset Category Rank: 8
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• The credit union offers a “pay for performance” annual bonus given during a celebratory dinner.
• The credit union offers on-site training classes.
• Employees enjoy an on-site gym.
Pictured above: Nusenda CU’s 2017 Leadership Development Program participants piloting its inaugural Community Day event. The team is supporting the New Mexico Wilderness Alliance by participating in trail clean up to preserve our natural and historic public trails.
Albuquerque, NM
Assets: $1.97 billion
Overall Rank: 20
Asset Category Rank: 8
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• The credit union offers a “pay for performance” annual bonus given during a celebratory dinner.
• The credit union offers on-site training classes.
• Employees enjoy an on-site gym.
Pictured above: Nusenda CU’s 2017 Leadership Development Program participants piloting its inaugural Community Day event. The team is supporting the New Mexico Wilderness Alliance by participating in trail clean up to preserve our natural and historic public trails.
21) America First CU
America First Credit Union
Ogden, Utah
Assets: $8.76 billion
Overall Rank: 21
Asset Category Rank: 9
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• The credit union offers bi-annual bonuses.
• Employees enjoy competing in volleyball, basketball and ping-pong tournaments.
• The credit union offers a year-end incentive program that pays a percentage of year-to-date pay equally to all employees.
Pictured above: America First Credit Union employee Megan McKnight assists with donated backpacks during the Catholic Community Services of Northern Utah Backpack Bonanza on Thursday, August 10 at Catholic Community Services in Ogden, Utah.
Ogden, Utah
Assets: $8.76 billion
Overall Rank: 21
Asset Category Rank: 9
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• The credit union offers bi-annual bonuses.
• Employees enjoy competing in volleyball, basketball and ping-pong tournaments.
• The credit union offers a year-end incentive program that pays a percentage of year-to-date pay equally to all employees.
Pictured above: America First Credit Union employee Megan McKnight assists with donated backpacks during the Catholic Community Services of Northern Utah Backpack Bonanza on Thursday, August 10 at Catholic Community Services in Ogden, Utah.
22) Lake Michigan CU
Lake Michigan Credit Union
Grand Rapids, Mich.
Assets: $5 billion
Overall Rank: 22
Asset Category Rank: 10
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• The credit union offers one personal day per year for employees to volunteer.
• The “I am LMCU” program, created by employees, focuses on deepening relationships with members and each other.
• The credit union started a program to honor and remember deceased staff by planting memorial trees at the home office, complete with name marker of the individual.
Pictured above: Employees playing Jenga during the annual End of Summer Celebration.
Grand Rapids, Mich.
Assets: $5 billion
Overall Rank: 22
Asset Category Rank: 10
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• The credit union offers one personal day per year for employees to volunteer.
• The “I am LMCU” program, created by employees, focuses on deepening relationships with members and each other.
• The credit union started a program to honor and remember deceased staff by planting memorial trees at the home office, complete with name marker of the individual.
Pictured above: Employees playing Jenga during the annual End of Summer Celebration.
23) Granite CU
Granite Credit Union
Salt Lake City, Utah
Assets: $433 million
Overall Rank: 23
Asset Category Rank: 5
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees look forward to the annual “Holiday Recognition Party,” a catered dinner for employees and significant others.
• Employees are reimbursed $100 annually for physical wellness activities.
• Managers are eligible for up to 20 percent of their base pay in the form of a year-end performance bonus.
Pictured above: Granite CU’s Executive Team. From left to right: Mark Young, VP Human Resources; Julie Morgan, VP Risk Management; Lynn Kuehne, CEO/President; Jim Davis, SVP/CLO; Mary Woodard, COO; and Paul Metcalf, CFO.
Salt Lake City, Utah
Assets: $433 million
Overall Rank: 23
Asset Category Rank: 5
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees look forward to the annual “Holiday Recognition Party,” a catered dinner for employees and significant others.
• Employees are reimbursed $100 annually for physical wellness activities.
• Managers are eligible for up to 20 percent of their base pay in the form of a year-end performance bonus.
Pictured above: Granite CU’s Executive Team. From left to right: Mark Young, VP Human Resources; Julie Morgan, VP Risk Management; Lynn Kuehne, CEO/President; Jim Davis, SVP/CLO; Mary Woodard, COO; and Paul Metcalf, CFO.
24) Deseret First CU
Deseret First Credit Union
Salt Lake City, Utah
Assets: $601 million
Overall Rank: 24
Asset Category Rank: 5
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Every summer the credit union rents out a local move theater for employees to enjoy.
• Employees receive car rental and cell phone discounts.
• Employees receive free tele-medicine services.
Pictured above: DFCU management and staff posing during the beam signing ceremonies outside the construction of its new Operations Center.
Salt Lake City, Utah
Assets: $601 million
Overall Rank: 24
Asset Category Rank: 5
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Every summer the credit union rents out a local move theater for employees to enjoy.
• Employees receive car rental and cell phone discounts.
• Employees receive free tele-medicine services.
Pictured above: DFCU management and staff posing during the beam signing ceremonies outside the construction of its new Operations Center.
25) Power Financial CU
Power Financial Credit Union
Pembroke, Fla.
Assets: $652 million
Overall Rank: 25
Asset Category Rank: 6
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Every Thursday morning senior leadership calls an employee meeting where work anniversaries and individual and team achievements are celebrated.
• The credit union established an internal “young professionals” group to promote employee engagement.
• The credit union offers a 401k match (up to 4.5 percent), holiday pay (minimum of 10 per year), vacation (minimum of 10 per year) and sick time benefits (minimum of 80 hours per year).
Pictured above: As part of a team-building activity, employees were surprised with an ice cream truck visit and free treats. From left to right: Anery Hernandez, Ernesto Salvati, Gina Tapia and Mariola Morga.
Pembroke, Fla.
Assets: $652 million
Overall Rank: 25
Asset Category Rank: 6
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Every Thursday morning senior leadership calls an employee meeting where work anniversaries and individual and team achievements are celebrated.
• The credit union established an internal “young professionals” group to promote employee engagement.
• The credit union offers a 401k match (up to 4.5 percent), holiday pay (minimum of 10 per year), vacation (minimum of 10 per year) and sick time benefits (minimum of 80 hours per year).
Pictured above: As part of a team-building activity, employees were surprised with an ice cream truck visit and free treats. From left to right: Anery Hernandez, Ernesto Salvati, Gina Tapia and Mariola Morga.
26) Nymeo FCU
Nymeo Federal Credit Union
Frederick, Md.
Assets: $263 million
Overall Rank: 26
Asset Category Rank: 6
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees receive paid time for volunteering in the community.
• Employees receive “Positive Pulse” points/certificates for making healthy lifestyle choices, such as exercising and eating healthy foods.
• Nymeo FCU’s incentive plan allows all full-time employees to earn up 20 percent of their annual salary.
Pictured above: Nymeo FCU employee Jonneita Bowins with her dog, Quincy, and Nymeo FCU employee Chris Presgraves with his dog, Brandy.
Frederick, Md.
Assets: $263 million
Overall Rank: 26
Asset Category Rank: 6
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees receive paid time for volunteering in the community.
• Employees receive “Positive Pulse” points/certificates for making healthy lifestyle choices, such as exercising and eating healthy foods.
• Nymeo FCU’s incentive plan allows all full-time employees to earn up 20 percent of their annual salary.
Pictured above: Nymeo FCU employee Jonneita Bowins with her dog, Quincy, and Nymeo FCU employee Chris Presgraves with his dog, Brandy.
27) Los Angeles Police FCU
Los Angeles Police Federal Credit Union
Van Nuys, Calif.
Assets: $903 million
Overall Rank: 27
Asset Category Rank: 7
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees enjoy monthly themed-breakfast Thursdays.
• The credit union offers voluntary dry cleaning pick-up and drop-off services.
• Employees look forward to attending the annual health and wellness fair.
Pictured above: In 2016, the Los Angeles Police Federal Credit Union celebrated its 80th anniversary. To mark the occasion, a 1980s celebration was held in which staff was encouraged to dress up in their finest 1980s styles.
Van Nuys, Calif.
Assets: $903 million
Overall Rank: 27
Asset Category Rank: 7
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees enjoy monthly themed-breakfast Thursdays.
• The credit union offers voluntary dry cleaning pick-up and drop-off services.
• Employees look forward to attending the annual health and wellness fair.
Pictured above: In 2016, the Los Angeles Police Federal Credit Union celebrated its 80th anniversary. To mark the occasion, a 1980s celebration was held in which staff was encouraged to dress up in their finest 1980s styles.
28) Los Angeles FCU
Los Angeles Federal Credit Union
Glendale, Calif.
Assets: $911 million
Overall Rank: 28
Asset Category Rank: 8
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees receive 12 holiday days off per year.
• Employees enjoy bowling nights and the annual holiday party.
• Employees enjoy “Bring Your Child to Work” day.
Pictured above: November 2016: Los Angeles Federal Credit Union volunteers served lunch to 250 homeless at the Midnight Mission shelter in downtown Los Angeles.
Glendale, Calif.
Assets: $911 million
Overall Rank: 28
Asset Category Rank: 8
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees receive 12 holiday days off per year.
• Employees enjoy bowling nights and the annual holiday party.
• Employees enjoy “Bring Your Child to Work” day.
Pictured above: November 2016: Los Angeles Federal Credit Union volunteers served lunch to 250 homeless at the Midnight Mission shelter in downtown Los Angeles.
29) St. Paul FCU
St. Paul Federal Credit Union
St. Paul, Minn.
Overall Rank: 29
Asset Category Rank: 5
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Popcorn is provided for free every day in the lobby.
• The credit union supports a “Toys for Tots” collection each year with a $10 match per toy collected.
• The credit union’s “front line staff” receives cash incentives for referring members to products and services.
Pictured above: Talia Jones, mortgage loan servicing coordinator, enjoys St. Paul’s FCU-sponsored “National Night Out.” The CU hosts the event in its parking lot and invites the neighborhood to enjoy hot dogs, hamburgers, shaved ice, bounce houses, karaoke, door prizes and a DJ.
St. Paul, Minn.
Overall Rank: 29
Asset Category Rank: 5
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Popcorn is provided for free every day in the lobby.
• The credit union supports a “Toys for Tots” collection each year with a $10 match per toy collected.
• The credit union’s “front line staff” receives cash incentives for referring members to products and services.
Pictured above: Talia Jones, mortgage loan servicing coordinator, enjoys St. Paul’s FCU-sponsored “National Night Out.” The CU hosts the event in its parking lot and invites the neighborhood to enjoy hot dogs, hamburgers, shaved ice, bounce houses, karaoke, door prizes and a DJ.
30) Red Crown CU
Red Crown Credit Union
Tulsa, Okla.
Assets: $180 million
Overall Rank: 30
Asset Category Rank: 6
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Every employee’s birthday gift is a paid day off.
• Employees receive an annual Christmas bonus.
• Employees are eligible to begin contributing to their 401(k) immediately when hired.
Pictured above: Employees created a culture program called “Let’s Make the Community Smile.” Employees have the opportunity and funding to do a random act of kindness for an individual, family, company or non-profit.
Tulsa, Okla.
Assets: $180 million
Overall Rank: 30
Asset Category Rank: 6
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Every employee’s birthday gift is a paid day off.
• Employees receive an annual Christmas bonus.
• Employees are eligible to begin contributing to their 401(k) immediately when hired.
Pictured above: Employees created a culture program called “Let’s Make the Community Smile.” Employees have the opportunity and funding to do a random act of kindness for an individual, family, company or non-profit.
31) Michigan First CU
Michigan First Credit Union
Lathrup Village, Mich.
Assets: $816 million
Overall Rank: 31
Asset Category Rank: 9
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• The credit union offers in-house concierge services.
• Employees are eligible for free sporting event and concert ticket giveaways.
• The “Flawless Fabs” program is an incentive for tellers to reduce errors and increase retention rates. Leading tellers receive prizes, including a five-day trip for two with spending money and more.
Pictured above: Michigan First Credit Union employees participate in a “Team Learning Day” event.
Lathrup Village, Mich.
Assets: $816 million
Overall Rank: 31
Asset Category Rank: 9
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• The credit union offers in-house concierge services.
• Employees are eligible for free sporting event and concert ticket giveaways.
• The “Flawless Fabs” program is an incentive for tellers to reduce errors and increase retention rates. Leading tellers receive prizes, including a five-day trip for two with spending money and more.
Pictured above: Michigan First Credit Union employees participate in a “Team Learning Day” event.
32) Goldenwest CU
Goldenwest Credit Union
Ogden, Ill.
Assets: $1.37 billion
Overall Rank: 32
Asset Category Rank: 11
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees enjoy “Jeans Fridays.”
• Employees run in 5k marathons to raise money for local schools.
• Managers are eligible for up to 20 percent of their base pay in the form of a year-end performance bonus.
Pictured above: Employees participate in the annual Goldenwest 5K run that raises funds for local public schools and education foundations. Goldenwest covers all costs associated with the event and 100 percent of proceeds are given to the schools.
Ogden, Ill.
Assets: $1.37 billion
Overall Rank: 32
Asset Category Rank: 11
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees enjoy “Jeans Fridays.”
• Employees run in 5k marathons to raise money for local schools.
• Managers are eligible for up to 20 percent of their base pay in the form of a year-end performance bonus.
Pictured above: Employees participate in the annual Goldenwest 5K run that raises funds for local public schools and education foundations. Goldenwest covers all costs associated with the event and 100 percent of proceeds are given to the schools.
33) Landings CU
Landings Credit Union
Tempe, Ariz
Assets: $160 million
Overall Rank: 33
Asset Category Rank: 7
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees look forward to the annual “Spirit Week.”
• Employees are eligible to receive referral payouts and incentives for referring business to the CU’s business partners.
• Provided that the credit union meets its financial goals, all employees are eligible for an annual bonus. The amount of the payout is dependent upon the employee’s contribution to it profitability during that fiscal year.
Pictured above: At the seventh annual “College Colors Day,” employees are encouraged to dress in their favorite college sports gear, while the credit union hosts a barbecue for staff.
Tempe, Ariz
Assets: $160 million
Overall Rank: 33
Asset Category Rank: 7
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees look forward to the annual “Spirit Week.”
• Employees are eligible to receive referral payouts and incentives for referring business to the CU’s business partners.
• Provided that the credit union meets its financial goals, all employees are eligible for an annual bonus. The amount of the payout is dependent upon the employee’s contribution to it profitability during that fiscal year.
Pictured above: At the seventh annual “College Colors Day,” employees are encouraged to dress in their favorite college sports gear, while the credit union hosts a barbecue for staff.
34) MAC FCU
MAC Federal Credit Union
Fairbanks, Alaska
Assets: $105 million
Overall Rank: 34
Asset Category Rank: 8
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees are offered a wellness program, including workout rooms.
• All employees are eligible for an individual quarterly bonus.
• Financial incentives offered to loan officers based off product performance.
Pictured above: Employees support the U.S. Military with “Flex for USO.” From left to right: Kareston Robinson – Training Director; Bonnie Thompson – Internal Auditor; Brenda Donker – IT Analyst; Jenn Herkstroeter – Marketing Coordinator; and Maria Tesiro – Member Services Supervisor.
Fairbanks, Alaska
Assets: $105 million
Overall Rank: 34
Asset Category Rank: 8
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees are offered a wellness program, including workout rooms.
• All employees are eligible for an individual quarterly bonus.
• Financial incentives offered to loan officers based off product performance.
Pictured above: Employees support the U.S. Military with “Flex for USO.” From left to right: Kareston Robinson – Training Director; Bonnie Thompson – Internal Auditor; Brenda Donker – IT Analyst; Jenn Herkstroeter – Marketing Coordinator; and Maria Tesiro – Member Services Supervisor.
35) Altura CU
Altura Credit Union
Riverside, Calif.
Assets: $1.28 billion
Overall Rank: 35
Asset Category Rank: 12
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees look forward to employee giveaways, including employee “trip of a lifetime” sweepstakes.
• The credit union offers an incentive program that recognizes sales-based employees for exceeding minimum quota expectations within their peer group. Recipients receive monetary rewards, as well as personalized recognition and paid time off.
• Full-time and part-time employees become eligible for an annual sick leave payout, provided their accrued and unused sick time hours exceed the 160-hour cap.
Pictured above: Employees from all departments came together for the unveiling and celebration of Altura’s new mission statement: “Enriching lives & empowering dreams.”
Riverside, Calif.
Assets: $1.28 billion
Overall Rank: 35
Asset Category Rank: 12
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees look forward to employee giveaways, including employee “trip of a lifetime” sweepstakes.
• The credit union offers an incentive program that recognizes sales-based employees for exceeding minimum quota expectations within their peer group. Recipients receive monetary rewards, as well as personalized recognition and paid time off.
• Full-time and part-time employees become eligible for an annual sick leave payout, provided their accrued and unused sick time hours exceed the 160-hour cap.
Pictured above: Employees from all departments came together for the unveiling and celebration of Altura’s new mission statement: “Enriching lives & empowering dreams.”
36) Xceed Financial CU
Xceed Financial Credit Union
El Segundo, Calif.
Assets: $958 million
Overall Rank: 36
Asset Category Rank: 10
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees are offered a two percent discount on consumer and mortgage loans (both first and second) with no waiting period to qualify.
• Employees enjoy the annual Halloween costume contest.
• Employees enjoy raising money for the Children’s Miracle Network through fundraising efforts like pie-eating contests.
Pictured above: Lewisville, Texas branch employee Ross Feldpausch shows his Golden Ticket prize that earned him a free lunch on National Fun Day at Work.
El Segundo, Calif.
Assets: $958 million
Overall Rank: 36
Asset Category Rank: 10
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees are offered a two percent discount on consumer and mortgage loans (both first and second) with no waiting period to qualify.
• Employees enjoy the annual Halloween costume contest.
• Employees enjoy raising money for the Children’s Miracle Network through fundraising efforts like pie-eating contests.
Pictured above: Lewisville, Texas branch employee Ross Feldpausch shows his Golden Ticket prize that earned him a free lunch on National Fun Day at Work.
37) Town & Country FCU
Town & Country Federal Credit Union
South Portland, Maine
Assets: $346 million
Overall Rank: 37
Asset Category Rank: 7
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• The CEO writes personalized appreciation notes to each staff member during Employee Appreciation Week.
• During snowstorms, management and other staff remove snow from employees’ cars.
• The credit union’s Emerging Leaders program provides employees with direct CEO engagement for innovation learning, which includes day trips, book discussions and conference trips.
Pictured above: Team Town & Country FCU staffers at Maine Cancer Foundation’s Tri for a Cure event.
South Portland, Maine
Assets: $346 million
Overall Rank: 37
Asset Category Rank: 7
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• The CEO writes personalized appreciation notes to each staff member during Employee Appreciation Week.
• During snowstorms, management and other staff remove snow from employees’ cars.
• The credit union’s Emerging Leaders program provides employees with direct CEO engagement for innovation learning, which includes day trips, book discussions and conference trips.
Pictured above: Team Town & Country FCU staffers at Maine Cancer Foundation’s Tri for a Cure event.
38) TransWest CU
TransWest Credit Union
Salt Lake City
Assets: $134 million
Overall Rank: 38
Asset Category Rank: 9
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• The credit union provides a safe working environment called the “Circle of Safety.”
• Employees like participating in the Fit Bit challenge. In 2016, a team of employees “walked around the world at the equator.”
• If the credit union achieves its annual financial goals, employees receive a bonus of three to five percent of respective annual pay.
Pictured above: TransWest CU’s “The Whole Crew United” (TWCU) employee celebration day. Starting in 2016, the board approved closing operations for one day, on a Saturday, in order to celebrate all employee birthdays with their families.
Salt Lake City
Assets: $134 million
Overall Rank: 38
Asset Category Rank: 9
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• The credit union provides a safe working environment called the “Circle of Safety.”
• Employees like participating in the Fit Bit challenge. In 2016, a team of employees “walked around the world at the equator.”
• If the credit union achieves its annual financial goals, employees receive a bonus of three to five percent of respective annual pay.
Pictured above: TransWest CU’s “The Whole Crew United” (TWCU) employee celebration day. Starting in 2016, the board approved closing operations for one day, on a Saturday, in order to celebrate all employee birthdays with their families.
39) Vibrant CU
Vibrant Credit Union
Moline, Ill.
Assets: $598 million
Overall Rank: 39
Asset Category Rank: 11
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Every day is jeans day.
• Monthly themed work environment. Examples include “Talk Like a Pirate Day” and staff dresses based upon the theme.
• Every day starts with “Motivational Moments.” This five-to-10-minute fun activity includes marshmallow dodge ball and golf putting competitions.
Pictured above: Employees pose for “We are Vibrant!” Front row (left to right): Jody Moneymaker, Bre Pollmeier, McKenzie Green, Malia Bodeen. Middle row: Cami Beard, Sarah Higgins, Amanda LaMar. Back row: Meredith Baumann, Susan Lortz, Jon Sexton, Adam Belman.
Moline, Ill.
Assets: $598 million
Overall Rank: 39
Asset Category Rank: 11
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Every day is jeans day.
• Monthly themed work environment. Examples include “Talk Like a Pirate Day” and staff dresses based upon the theme.
• Every day starts with “Motivational Moments.” This five-to-10-minute fun activity includes marshmallow dodge ball and golf putting competitions.
Pictured above: Employees pose for “We are Vibrant!” Front row (left to right): Jody Moneymaker, Bre Pollmeier, McKenzie Green, Malia Bodeen. Middle row: Cami Beard, Sarah Higgins, Amanda LaMar. Back row: Meredith Baumann, Susan Lortz, Jon Sexton, Adam Belman.
40) CASE CU
CASE Credit Union
Lansing, Mich.
Assets: $286 million
Overall Rank: 40
Asset Category Rank: 8
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees are offered training opportunities and a leadership development program to improve customer service and sales skills.
• Employees receive eight hours of paid leave annually to volunteer at the organization of their choice.
• The credit union matches 100 percent in employees’ 401k accounts (up to four percent).
Pictured above: A recent check presentation by CASE Credit Union’s Community Activity Team. The funds were raised in the second quarter of 2017 and presented to the Boys and Girls Club of Lansing.
Lansing, Mich.
Assets: $286 million
Overall Rank: 40
Asset Category Rank: 8
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees are offered training opportunities and a leadership development program to improve customer service and sales skills.
• Employees receive eight hours of paid leave annually to volunteer at the organization of their choice.
• The credit union matches 100 percent in employees’ 401k accounts (up to four percent).
Pictured above: A recent check presentation by CASE Credit Union’s Community Activity Team. The funds were raised in the second quarter of 2017 and presented to the Boys and Girls Club of Lansing.
41) Verve, a Credit Union
Verve, a Credit Union
Oshkosh, Wis.
Assets: $823 million
Overall Rank: 41
Asset Category Rank: 12
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• There is a certified therapy dog on-site every week.
• The credit union encourages wellness activities and employees enjoy the annual wellness week event.
• Every October the credit union hosts “spirit week,” which includes themed dress days and fun activities.
Pictured above: Team members and their families from Verve’s Fox Valley branches help celebrate the local Fourth of July Parade.
Oshkosh, Wis.
Assets: $823 million
Overall Rank: 41
Asset Category Rank: 12
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• There is a certified therapy dog on-site every week.
• The credit union encourages wellness activities and employees enjoy the annual wellness week event.
• Every October the credit union hosts “spirit week,” which includes themed dress days and fun activities.
Pictured above: Team members and their families from Verve’s Fox Valley branches help celebrate the local Fourth of July Parade.
42) Colorado CU
Colorado Credit Union
Littleton, Col.
Assets: $171 million
Overall Rank: 42
Asset Category Rank: 10
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees enjoy “Jeans Day” on Fridays and Saturdays.
• The annual “bring your son or daughter to work day” is an employee favorite event.
• Employee pet owners enjoy “Doggie Day at the Park.”
Pictured above: Since 2013, Colorado Credit Union has donated $11,000 to the “Food for thought Bak Pak” program, which currently serves weekend meals via a back pack to over 200 needy children in the community.
Littleton, Col.
Assets: $171 million
Overall Rank: 42
Asset Category Rank: 10
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees enjoy “Jeans Day” on Fridays and Saturdays.
• The annual “bring your son or daughter to work day” is an employee favorite event.
• Employee pet owners enjoy “Doggie Day at the Park.”
Pictured above: Since 2013, Colorado Credit Union has donated $11,000 to the “Food for thought Bak Pak” program, which currently serves weekend meals via a back pack to over 200 needy children in the community.
43) Denver Community CU
Denver Community Credit Union
Denver, Col.
Assets: $315 million
Overall Rank: 43
Asset Category Rank: 9
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees look forward to the annual holiday breakfast, which includes music, contests, prizes and gift exchanges.
• Employees are eligible for a mortgage loan discount of one to two percent.
• Employees receive paid leave on their birthday as well as an e-card from senior leadership with an e-gift card.
Photo file: Denver Community Credit Union
Pictured above: ELITE (Encouraging Leadership in Team Engagement) Team presentation of the Service Star award. Pictured in the photo from right to left: Rachael Dudley, Marketing Manager; Nikki Jacques, IT Business Support Specialist; Kathleen Moose, Ops Sup/Call Center; and Jessica Menu -Accountant.
Denver, Col.
Assets: $315 million
Overall Rank: 43
Asset Category Rank: 9
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• Employees look forward to the annual holiday breakfast, which includes music, contests, prizes and gift exchanges.
• Employees are eligible for a mortgage loan discount of one to two percent.
• Employees receive paid leave on their birthday as well as an e-card from senior leadership with an e-gift card.
Photo file: Denver Community Credit Union
Pictured above: ELITE (Encouraging Leadership in Team Engagement) Team presentation of the Service Star award. Pictured in the photo from right to left: Rachael Dudley, Marketing Manager; Nikki Jacques, IT Business Support Specialist; Kathleen Moose, Ops Sup/Call Center; and Jessica Menu -Accountant.
44) Ascend FCU
Ascend Federal Credit Union
Tullahoma, Tenn.
Assets: $2.05 billion
Overall Rank: 44
Asset Category Rank: 13
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• The credit union pays 100 percent of full-time employees’ group health insurance premiums, as well as one-third of dependent premiums.
• The annual employee picnic for all employees and families/guests includes carnival-style events, food booths, a train ride, caricature artists, face painting, a climbing wall, inflatable games and bingo.
• The credit union’s wellness program includes a race reimbursement program, flu shots and trivia contests.
Pictured above: Ascend FCU employees showed their support for victims of Hurricane Harvey by donating at least $5 to “dress down” to blue jeans and their favorite football team colors on September 1 and 2. Funds collected were contributed to the Middle Tennessee Chapter of the American Red Cross.
Tullahoma, Tenn.
Assets: $2.05 billion
Overall Rank: 44
Asset Category Rank: 13
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• The credit union pays 100 percent of full-time employees’ group health insurance premiums, as well as one-third of dependent premiums.
• The annual employee picnic for all employees and families/guests includes carnival-style events, food booths, a train ride, caricature artists, face painting, a climbing wall, inflatable games and bingo.
• The credit union’s wellness program includes a race reimbursement program, flu shots and trivia contests.
Pictured above: Ascend FCU employees showed their support for victims of Hurricane Harvey by donating at least $5 to “dress down” to blue jeans and their favorite football team colors on September 1 and 2. Funds collected were contributed to the Middle Tennessee Chapter of the American Red Cross.
45) St. Mary's Bank
St. Mary’s Bank
Manchester, NH
Assets: $979 million
Overall Rank: 45
Asset Category Rank: 13
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• The credit union offers “Family Fun Days” events for employees and families. The events, partially or fully paid, include an evening at Fisher Cats baseball game or a trip to Canobie Lake Park.
• The annual Employee Appreciation Winter Social for employees and guests that is held off-site and includes dinner, dancing, prizes and games.
• St. Mary’s Bank partners with “Nutrition in Motion,” a local team of dietitians to promote the health and well-being of employees.
Pictured above: Employees enjoying the prizes they won at one St. Mary’s Bank's game nights
Manchester, NH
Assets: $979 million
Overall Rank: 45
Asset Category Rank: 13
Reasons Employees Like To Work Here:
• The credit union offers “Family Fun Days” events for employees and families. The events, partially or fully paid, include an evening at Fisher Cats baseball game or a trip to Canobie Lake Park.
• The annual Employee Appreciation Winter Social for employees and guests that is held off-site and includes dinner, dancing, prizes and games.
• St. Mary’s Bank partners with “Nutrition in Motion,” a local team of dietitians to promote the health and well-being of employees.
Pictured above: Employees enjoying the prizes they won at one St. Mary’s Bank's game nights
