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22 B E S T P L A C E S TO W O R K 2 0 1 9 MEDIUM EMPLOYER (50 - 249 U.S. EMPLOYEES) MMG Insurance From holding family events to invest- ing in employees' personal and profes- sional development, MMG's employee programs result in low turnover and strong competition for open jobs. MMG's internship program and high-demand job shadowing program help plant the seeds for growing future leaders. A philosophy of exceptional care for cus- tomers extends to employ- ees and MMG recognizes that a great work environ- ment is foundational. MMG provides state-of-the-art facilities that encourage collaboration with a focus on ergonomic supportive. Regular after hours events at the office allow employees to enjoy each others company over beverages and tasty food while playing ping pong or cornhole. Events like conditioning hikes and a hike up Mt. Katahdin boost wellness as does the available snowshoe lending library. www.mmgins.com F. A. Peabody Company Employees are F. A. Peabody Company's greatest asset. A culture of community, continuous recognition, and support creates an atmosphere for achievement, success, teamwork and goodwill. Company values are acknowledged in many ways, like the Golden Paperclip Award Trophy for exemplary cus- tomer service, employee recognition events and tuition reimbursements for qualified employees. The firm's 401(k) plan has a new fi- nancial wellness offering built in. It allows staff to go through scenarios to provide an overall financial health picture, looking at savings, emergency funds, loans, family life, etc. Ultimately, it suggests ways to improve financial health. And not only does staff have the option to contribute on a pre-tax basis; they can contribute through a post-tax option. www.fapeabody.com PeoplesChoice Credit Union At PeoplesChoice Credit Union, the president sends daily emails to staff with uplifting quotes, glimpses of local his- tory and fun photos to start the day on a high note. Coffee, tea and all the fixings greet employees. There are frequent opportunities to attend sporting events and gather for fun and camara- derie. The annual holiday party is a huge favorite, planned by secret elves every year in a new and exciting venue. The third floor is called the UnBank Funtank that rocks with family fun, including arcade games, ping-pong, badminton, wide-screen TV, shuffleboard, foosball and a golf simulator. A "Big Life Moment" award program gives employees $500 for life events. Employees have discounted in-house loans and credit cards and free financial planning. www.peopleschoiceme.org CES, Inc. CES Inc. policies are designed to empower employees. Employees enjoy flexible schedules, dog-friendly offices and a culture of caring. Generous ben- efits go above and beyond the industry standard. The ability to bring success for clients is driven by a collaborative approach to solve prob- lems. CES believes that employees and colleagues are empowered to work with each other. The team spirit is evident across the offices through friendly greetings, laughs that float down hallways, and support from the company and from colleagues when they have personal difficulties. Team members enjoy tickets to local events including Waterfront Concerts and UMaine Skybox. Employees are comfortable expressing new ideas or suggestions to supervisors and across departments. This standard is set by the president's open-door policy. www.cesincusa.com # 20 # 21 # 22 # 23 If joining a dynamic team motivates you, learn more about career opportunities at MMG by visiting mmgins.com THE BEST PLACES TO WORK ALWAYS SEEM TO HAVE THE BEST PEOPLE WORKING FOR THEM! Thank you to our employees for being the difference, and continuing to make MMG one of the Best Places to Work in Maine.