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16 B E S T P L A C E S TO W O R K 2 0 2 0 SMALL EMPLOYER (15 - 49 U.S. EMPLOYEES) Arkatechture Arkatechture plans events to keep spirits high and employees motivated. There are winter outings, summer barbecues, in-office games/competitions and holiday celebrations. The company is a "flatter" organization, meaning that although there's an organizational hi- erarchy, every employee's voice matters. Employees are encouraged to partici- pate in a variety of ways to ensure that everyone is contributing toward the success and innovation of the company. Company-wide monthly meetings pro- vide 'Arkabots' with regular updates on projects, strategic goals and plans, and new announcements/decisions. Bi- weekly meetings between employees and managers provide opportunities to discuss workloads and career paths. Salary raises and bonuses are also evaluated on a quarterly basis, ensur- ing employees are quickly rewarded for their growth and hard work. www.arkatechture.com Page One Web Solutions On the surface, Page One Web Solu- tions is a young company in the heart of the Old Port. Visitors to the warehouse- style office space will immediately be greeted by a pack of cute dogs and an amazing view of down- town Portland. The team culture is bursting with camaraderie and profes- sional development. Page One activities can range from quick trips to grab gelato to white- water rafting trips in The Forks. A culture of open dialogue aims to build an inspiring environment that uti- lizes everyone's unique strengths. In an ever-changing industry, the focus on employee wellbeing is a constant. Competitive salaries and generous benefits support this harmony. The PTO is generous and encouraged! And the company pays 100% of employee health benefits. www.pageonewebsolutions.com Purdy Powers & Company Purdy Powers has great benefits, in- cluding a $5,000 contribution annually toward the cost of medical coverage, prorated for part-time employees, and a $500 stipend for employees who do not elect medical coverage. Life and long-term disability insurance are paid 100% for eligible employees. Tax season is a busy time; the leadership shows its appre- ciation with an end-of-tax-season party and tax-season appreciation activities such as meditation sessions, massages, drawings, team events, afternoon socials, lunches and Friday afternoons off dur- ing the summer months. Educational assistance, training, and development are offered for career advancement. That includes a summer and spring internship program. The firm provides monthly birthday celebrations, lunch- and-learns and social afternoon breaks. www.purdypowers.com Criterium Engineers Criterium Engineers offers employ- ees and affiliates the opportunity to develop their careers in an environment that supports professional development while also enabling them to achieve their desired work/life balance. Perks include $75 birthday gift cards, an annual bonus plan and a work-from-home policy. Overall, the work envi- ronment is informed by a set of standards that Criterium seeks to live every day on behalf of the well-being of employees – and the broader world. That includes a commitment to the health, safety and wellbeing of all people, being objective and fact-based, offering perspectives only about topics it knows and understands, acting in the best interests of others, perform- ing acts of kindness, and being honest and ethical. www.criterium-engineers.com # 22 # 23 # 20 # 21 www.arkatechture.com WHILE WE ARE PROUD TO AGAIN BE NAMED ONE OF MAINE'S BEST PLACES TO WORK 2020, WE WOULDN'T HAVE EARNED THE HONOR IF IT WEREN'T FOR THE AMAZING PEOPLE WHO WORK HERE. PURDYPOWERS.COM