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B E S T P L A C E S TO W O R K 2 0 2 1 29 PeoplesChoice Credit Union PeoplesChoice features ongoing edu- cational support, unique perks, and comprehensive benefits. The company sponsors outings such as summertime Casco Bay cruises and cannoli days. The annual holiday party is inspired by a team of employee elves. The third floor of their office is full of fun available to employees and their families includ- ing a golf simulator, shuffleboard, ar- cade games, massage chairs, ping pong table, and more. A $500 annual benefit helps employees with any expense – fun or frugal, necessary or random. The company has brought in a golf pro to teach lessons, had first-time homebuyer classes, offered discounts on loans, and given away a local sporting event and theater tickets! peopleschoiceme.org Bernstein Shur Bernstein Shur is extraordinarily focused on the health and well-being of its people, and endeavors to remain nimble because work changes over time – nothing drove that point home better than the pandemic. Whether employees are working remotely or in the office, the company does its best to provide a great envi- ronment. Everyone is on a first-name basis and cel- ebrations include all mem- bers of the company. The firm's progressive parental leave policy was the first in Maine to apply equally to all attorneys and staff members and provides 16 weeks of paid leave to all new parents regardless of gender and regardless of whether the child arrives by birth, adoption, or foster care place- ment. Employees are engaged in creating a hybrid work environment that grants flexibility and autonomy. Celebrations include social and happy hours, summer outings, and themed lunches. bernsteinshur.com # 26 # 27 MEDIUM EMPLOYER (50 - 249 U.S. EMPLOYEES) MAINE STATE HOUSING AUTHORITY Maine Credit Union League/Synergent 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. mainecul.org synergentcorp.com Bath Savings Institution What would Bath Savings employees say about their employer? "Working for Bath Savings has allowed me to meet and become friends with some of the most kind, caring and fun people" and "I have been given opportunities to pursue and achieve higher edu- cation and be given time to volunteer." How the bank responded to the pandemic revealed its culture. That included shorter hours when possible and everyday dress-down. On Employee Surprise & Delight Days, the President/ CEO periodically surprises employees with small gifts such as State Park passes, tasty treats, and free lunches to show appreciation. Health plan op- tions include a monthly contribution from Bath Savings to employee HSAs. And Bath Savings provides 401(k) matching contributions. bathsavings.com # 28 # 29