Best Places to Work in Maine

B E S T P L A C E S TO W O R K 2 0 1 9 37 T-Mobile — Oakland T-Mobile — Oakland has several recognition programs including PEAK, T-Mobile's ultimate form of recognition. It acknowledges employees who have made a profound impact on the an- nual operating objectives while living the T-Mobile values. PEAK winners and guests are invited to Maui, Hawaii with the leadership. The Winner's Circle Program recognizes the customer service and sales performers nation- ally. Winners and guests receive a four- day trip to destinations like Las Vegas, Puerto Rico and New York City. The Customer Service Power Zone Program enables recognition of top performers who deliver the best support to front- line employees. Other appreciation events include dinners and BBQs as a thank-you, onsite summer picnics with games, prizes and food for employees and their families, and holiday dinners. www.T-Mobile.com Publishers Clearing House Publishers Clearing House prides it- self on creating a winning environment for employees. The Portland office offers complimentary parking, healthy snacks and beverages, yoga, team outings to lo- cal attractions, Fun Photo Fridays, bumper pool tour- naments and ski and fitness discounts. The bi-annual company team meetings in- clude a holiday party at New York headquarters. Company fun days feature ice cream socials, local sporting event outings, scavenger hunts and team building events. The office houses relaxing activities like foosball and bumper pool tables. A basketball hoop and bicycles are available whenever people feel like they need it. Additional perks include yoga and meditation classes, a catered kitchen and many wellness benefits. A free health advocate service and an annual health fair are available for employees. www.pchcareers.com # 8 # 9 Darling's Darling's tagline, "You'll do better at Darling's," is as true for employees as for customers. Darling's receives regular feedback from employees, who indicate they enjoy the family atmosphere, the high level of community involvement, and participation in major partner- ships like the Waterfront Concert Series sponsor- ship in Bangor. Darling's recognizes and supports employees regularly for their accomplishments, both inside and outside the workplace. Employees receive competitive compen- sation, annual holiday bonuses based on tenure, and a generous 401(k) company match with profit-sharing contribu- tions. Every year, company president Jay Darling visits all locations and, alongside other senior management staff, and cooks lunch for all employees. Darling's offers substantial discounts on parts and service to employees, and sometimes special vehicle pricing. www.darlings.com NFI North, Inc. Working in social services can be challenging. That makes it all the more important to create an environment where people can enjoy what they do, feel productive and know they are mak- ing a difference. As a result, NFI talks about "having fun doing serious work." To achieve this, NFI treats employees like partners, keeps open lines of com- munication that include surveys, supervision and other engagement strate- gies. NFI offers the option of working either a four- or five-day work week. Tuition reimbursement combined with a partnership with Southern New Hampshire University's College for America program makes it possible for employees to obtain their associate or bachelor degree at low cost. Additional programs are available for further advancement. www.nfinorth.com # 6 # 7 LARGE EMPLOYER CATEGORY (250 OR MORE U.S. EMPLOYEES) PLANNING A MEETING OR EVENT? Visit Portland assists you in securing venues + vendors—FREE OF CHARGE! Visit Portland makes it simple with ONE CALL to us— and NO CHARGE to you—when planning a meeting, event, conference, reunion, wedding, or team building retreat anywhere in Maine. We make your life easier by assisting with securing all your event details, including venue location, room blocks, group transportation, entertainment, decor, AV, and more! Contact Visit Portland's Group Marketing team today, and work smarter! V I S I T M A I N E Authentic By Nature VISIT PORTLAND 2 0 7 . 7 7 2 . 4 9 9 4 x 2 2 7 | v i s i t p o r t l a n d . c o m

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