Hartford Business Journal

BPTW 12 Hartford Business Journal • March 9, 2020 • www.HartfordBusiness.com BEST PLACES TO WORK IN CONNECTICUT Small/Medium Cos. Clarity Software Solutions Inc. C larity Software Solutions Inc. specializes in healthcare document management and the management and delivery of healthcare communications. Recognition: Employees nomi- nated for outstanding work receive certificates and a $25 gift card. After five years, workers are given a branded fleece and 10- year veterans get a branded raincoat. Training: The company rewards the employee who completes the most training each month with a parking space, $25 gift card and trophy. Healthy Living: Wellness offer- ings include mindfulness seminars, free yoga and posture classes and chair massages. Community Service: Company time can be spent volunteering for local nonprofits, and workers are encouraged to help out at groups including Habitat for Humanity and Meals on Wheels. Preferred Brands International Inc. P referred Brands International manufactures, markets and distributes a range of natu- ral, convenient and specialty foods with more than 100 individual products. Employee Benefits: The company pays 100% of premiums for medical, dental and vision insurance. A self-insured option is also available, where medi- cal deductibles are covered by the company. Under the Healthy Differ- ence program, the company pays part of the cost for office-visit and prescription co-pays. Recognition: The Most Valuable Player Award goes to one employee a year for their outstanding contri- bution to the company's success. The Going the Extra Award is for consistent performance and Spot Awards are given for teamwork and innovative solutions. Healthy Living: Workers are en- couraged to take part in meditation practices that can be done at their desks to reduce stress and improve productivity. Fun & Relaxation: A recent fall outing featured a "Row Your Boat" regatta. National Ice Cream Day is also celebrated. RANKED 22 ND RANKED 23 RD Headquarters: Stamford Industry: Food Sales and Marketing Website: tastybite.com Top Executive: David Dusangh, General Manager Headquarters: Madison Industry: Technology Website: clarityssi.com Top Executive: Sean Rotermund, Founder and CEO Hooker & Holcombe H ooker & Holcombe provides actuarial, investment advi- sory, consulting, adminis- trative and compliance services for a range of retirement plans. Employee Benefits: Hooker & Holcombe offers a generous sick plan in which employees who work 30-plus hours per week earn a week of sick time for each year of service, which can be rolled over from year to year. Employee Bonuses: Raises and bonuses are available to em- ployees who pass exams. Actuaries get paid time off to study for exams and up to 40 hours per year for study or training. Healthy Living: Chair massages and smoothies are offered to employ- ees during peak work season and all can relax in the employee lounge with leather recliners or at the fully stocked coffee bar that overlooks an atrium and waterfall. PRIA Healthcare P RIA is a consulting company advocating for insurance coverage of medical devices and procedures for clients in- cluding patients, physicians and medical-device companies. Employee Benefits: A dog-friendly workplace and casual dress code are among the perks enjoyed by PRIA employees. Flex- ible schedules are available and meetings are limited to work hours. Fun & Relax- ation: PRIA staff members are treated to an annual outing at a Hartford Yard Goats game and can at- tend a summer employee-appreciation picnic featur- ing "the PRIA Games." Regular team outings take place during workdays and monthly events are planned by the office events committee. Healthy Living: The company pays for gym memberships as part of its wellness program. Community Service: Volunteer- ing opportunities include an annual Thanksgiving community service day with Foodshare. RANKED 20 TH RANKED 21 ST Headquarters: Torrington Industry: Healthcare — Insurance/ Services Website: priahealthcare.com Top Executive: Michael Simon, CEO & Founder Headquarters: Bloomfield Industry: Financial Services Website: hhconsultants.com Top Executive: Richard S. Sych, President

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