Best Places to Work in Maine

B E S T P L A C E S TO W O R K 2 0 2 1 31 Haley Ward, Inc At Haley Ward (formerly CES Inc.), employees and colleagues are empow- ered to work with each other across technical divisions to get the job done. Haley Ward has invested in four new office locations for a modern approach to work which fosters collaboration, mentoring, and communi- cation. Even prior to the pandemic, Haley Ward of- fered flexibility when it came to work-from-home and personal obligations. An example is its creative holiday week schedule – most offices are closed for a full week. Recent improvements to benefits include an additional com- prehensive support, wellness, and ac- cident prevention program via Work Force Employee Assistance Program. Through the Employee Stock Own- ership Plan, employees share in the company's growth and profitability, thus building their retirement security. haleyward.com Maine State Credit Union At Maine State Credit Union, all em- ployees are offered development and growth opportunities and are able to practice new and enhanced skills. Great development programs provide opportuni- ties to grow, personally and professionally, and to be involved in changes, events and projects. Good benefits, pay, and promotions from within make employees feel valued. Robust development programs include individual and team development plans, mentoring, and monthly coaching meetings. There is generous PTO and the flexibility to use it. Then there's lots of laughter! Flash mob Fridays, summer Olympics, games, tournaments, BBQs, lip sync competitions, stairwell concerts, theme days, dress-down days and lots of food are commonplace. All employees have a 401(k) that includes auto enrollment and employer matching contributions. mainestatecu.org # 34 # 35 MEDIUM EMPLOYER (50 - 249 U.S. EMPLOYEES) ME, MA, FL | HALEYWARD.COM | 207.989.4824 WE'VE BEEN AWARDED BEST PLACES TO WORK IN MAINE FOR SIX YEARS IN A ROW Come and see why our employee- owners love working here and learn more about our current openings. 100% EMPLOYEE OWNED. 2021 Helping Credit Unions Best Serve Their Members The Maine Credit Union League and Synergent help credit unions succeed and improve the financial lives of their members. The state's credit union trade association, the Maine Credit Union League provides advocacy, education, community outreach, and compliance resources. Synergent connects credit unions with technology, digital banking, credit and debit cards, contactless payments, and marketing services. All of this is possible because of our most important asset: our employees. They are the reason we are one of Maine's Best Places to Work. mainecul.org synergentcorp.com HELPING CREDIT UNIONS FOR YEARS 1971-2021 Katahdin Trust Company As Katahdin Trust's most valuable re- source, employees receive an outstanding benefits package that includes performance bonus incentives, sick and personal fam- ily time, college tuition reimbursement program, and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan. The company upgraded its benefits package to include increased vacation time, be- reavement leave, and float- ing holidays. Once a month, the company hosts Fun Fridays, when employees are rewarded with treats, logo gear, and more. Employees are allowed to wear jeans every Friday to promote a relaxed environment. The Top of the Mountain award is given to an employee who exemplifies what it means to volunteer in the community. This prestigious award includes the employee's choice of a weekend getaway, tickets to an event, or cash and recognition at the annual employee appreciation party. katahdintrust.com Midcoast FCU The measure of a strong institution is not in how it performs in the best of times, but how it responds in times of difficulty and uncertainty. Despite the impact of COVID-19, Midcoast priori- tized employee safety and well-being, remaining agile and responsive. For its dynamic team with diverse personalities, backgrounds, and priorities, the organi- zation tailors its incentive programs, benefit offerings and career development. Outstanding benefits include paid birth- day holidays, paid volunteer time, and loan discounts. Training sessions are kept lively with gamification tools such as Kahoot! Personal development is supported with tuition reimbursement, certification programs, and advancement opportunities. Free breakfast Fridays are held weekly, as well as periodic lunches. Edible arrangements, gifts, and lunch reimbursements to remote employees are great extra perks! midcoastfcu.me # 36 # 37

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