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10 Hartford Business Journal | Februar 22, 2021 | HartfordBusiness.com CELEBRATING 7 YEARS IN A ROW ! thelockwoodgrp.com BestPlace_ad_final.ai 1 2/3/2021 9:21:04 AM BestPlace_ad_final.ai 1 2/3/2021 9:21:04 AM (movie madness), Throwback Thursday (decades attire), Fun Friday (team jerseys) and the leadership team serves lunch. Healthy Living: Daily healthy walks that take place at lunch either outside or inside (pre-COVID). Trophy Case: Best Places To Work 2021, Hartford Business Journal. Access Health CT Access Health CT CT Headquarters: Hartford Industry: Healthcare — Insurance Services Website: https:// accesshealthctsmallbiz.com Top CT Executive: James Michel, CEO A ccess Health CT is the state's official health insurance marketplace, where residents can shop, compare and enroll in health insurance plans and qualify for financial help. Employee Benefits: As a quasi- public agency, Access Health CT offers employees copay benefit plans (medical and dental) through the state of Connecticut at lower premiums compared to industry peers. COVID response: Additional flexibility was given to assist with homeschooling, childcare or family care. The CEO committed to paying all employees their 40 hours as long as the pandemic lasted. Employee Recognition: Recognizes Quarterly Values Champion where employees nominate those who go beyond normal responsibilities. These awards highlight company values: authenticity, integrity, excellence, ownership, one team and passion. Fun & Relaxation: Spirit Week has different daily themes: Manic Monday, Twinning Tuesday (matching), Wacky Wednesday RANKED 13 TH and fun. Healthy Living: On-site personal development and/or stress management workshops, seminars or classes. Trophy Case: Among others, Best Global Leader in Biopharmaceutical Consulting Group of the Year 2020 - Connecticut/Corporate America Today; and The 10 Most Innovative Business Leaders Revamping the Future/CIO Look 2020 List. Simpson Healthcare Simpson Healthcare CT Headquarters: Old Lyme Industry: Advertising/PR/Marketing Website: www.simpsonhealthcare.com Top CT Executive: Kelly Angelini, CEO S impson Healthcare is a diverse, disruptive scientific communications agency. Employee Benefits: Casual work attire and the ability to work remotely at least two days a week for all Connecticut employees. COVID Response: Started a weekly art program called "START" (Simpson Team ART) that encouraged employees to involve their families as a way to help foster a feeling of being connected as well as offering an emotional outlet for those who needed the extra connection. Employee Recognition: Simpson Healthcare hosts celebrations to recognize birthdays, anniversaries, promotions, and client successes. These include food trucks, a catered meal and occasional happy hour. Fun & Relaxation: Simpson Healthcare implemented a weekly, 90-minute midday company-side pause in the middle of the week, through which all employees are expected to fully disconnect from work and do something personal RANKED 14 TH BEST PLACES TO WORK IN CONNECTICUT Small/Medium Cos.