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26 B E S T P L A C E S TO W O R K 2 0 2 1 MEDIUM EMPLOYER (50 - 249 U.S. EMPLOYEES) # 4 Albin, Randall & Bennett Albin, Randall & Bennett has a strong- rooted philosophy: work hard, play hard, and lead a balanced life! With this mental- ity, employees grow personally and profes- sionally. Employees enjoy a "dress for your day" code, flexible schedules, and remote working options. There are frequent in-office celebrations and amazing incentives. Following tax season, staff members get 35-hour work weeks through the summer, four weeks of paid time off and exciting employee-sponsored outings. The firm offers an array of bonuses and incentive plans and pays for the cost of continuing education and CPA exams, including the employee's time away from work. Upon CPA certification, employees receive a bonus and a raise. Their achievements are regularly acknowledged with press releases, internal celebrations, notes of appreciation, or gift cards. arbcpa.com Infinity Credit Union Infinity Credit Union employees are empowered as leaders across all roles. The team likes to celebrate successes together, from home offices to on-site of- fices. To celebrate the company's 100th Anniversary, all employees were given a $100 Random Act of Kindness. There's generous paid time off, along with a flexible well- ness reimbursement. In- finity pays the first $2,500 of the $5,000 deductible for the employee, and the first $5,000 for the family deductible of $10,000. There's free family dental to full- and part-time employees, along with free mental health and wellness apps. Depending on performance, a 401(k) profit-sharing bonus is avail- able. The Employee Recognition Pro- gram features spot awards of PTO or a gift card. infinityfcu.com Knickerbocker Group Knickerbocker Group looks to its employees to understand how it's a best place to work. For one employee, it's about the energy and excitement in a vision created together. Another speaks to communication, process, quality, and a culture of kindness. As a 100% employee-owned company, balance is also important. Knickerbock- er fosters values around spending time with family and being active in the community. Creativity is encouraged and employees receive enough au- tonomy to feel a sense of ownership in their work. Several family events are held each year, and flexible schedules have long been in practice. Health insurance is 100% covered and there are great retirement plans, including a 401(k) with profit-sharing bonuses. Plus there are often bonus days off around the holidays! knickerbockergroup.com Allen Insurance and Financial As a 100% employee-owned business, Allen Insurance and Financial cares deeply about its families, employees, busi- nesses and the organizations and commu- nities it serves. The company maintains a family-friendly, safety-first attitude toward work and work/life balance, including reduced hours at full pay for six months during the pandemic. Compensation includes good pay and benefits plus shared profits as an employee-owned company. Wellness programs have an emphasis on physical, mental and financial well-being. Free health coaching, helpful reminders about how best to use the benefits, a free nurse line and a case management ser- vice for certain conditions and diseases are included in company benefits. The company makes contributions to HSAs and FSAs during each pay period. And everyone loves ice cream Fridays! allenif.com # 16 # 17 # 18 # 19 2021 We love our job and it shows! Westbrook • Portland • Scarborough • Bangor • Arundel • infinityfcu.com