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24 B E S T P L A C E S TO W O R K 2 0 2 2 MEDIUM EMPLOYER (50 - 249 U.S. EMPLOYEES) Maine State Credit Union At Maine State Credit Union, an em- ployee appreciation and recognition crew implements various events and programs, with awards, barbecues, treats, special events, gift cards, and logo items. Superstar Shoutout allows any employee to shout out the recognition/apprecia- tion for everyone to see and celebrate. An annual em- ployee appreciation event – traditionally a banquet – includes food, fun activities, employee recogni- tion, and awards. Various activities are coordinated to relieve stress, promote fun and encourage teamwork. Examples of past events include bikers' day, sports days, summer olympics, ugly sweater contests, tournaments, trivia, flash mob Fridays, and lots of food/meals. mainestatecu.org Albin, Randall & Bennett Despite tight deadlines and stressors inherent to public accounting, ARB has cultivated a firmwide philosophy: work hard, play hard, and lead a balanced life. The goal is to ensure employees are supported, satisfied in their careers, healthy, and appreciated. When it is time to work hard, ARB spares no effort in keeping em- ployees in an atmosphere that is open, flexible, and collaborative. Investments in the latest technology allows employees to meet today's chal- lenges confidently from anywhere in the world. ARB provides dinner for employ- ees working late on tax season nights, and breakfasts on Saturdays. Employees enjoy a "dress for your day" dress code. ARB pays for continuing professional education and CPA exams, including the employee's time away from work. arbcpa.com Arkatechture With a flexible work-from-home policy, Arkatechture encourages employees to find balance. It aims for every employee to achieve their career and salary goals along with a healthy lifestyle that sparks their creativity and problem-solving abilities. Transparency is considered key to maintaining open conversation and providing a clear understanding of the company's high level goals. A great company culture encourages employees to have fun while working. All employees are treated with respect and empowered to lead, contribute, and learn new things. That might include taking advantage of flexible work hours and the firm's work-from-home policy. While at the office, employees enjoy an open-concept office and an outside patio, along with company swag, events, and annual gifts. arkatechture.com PeoplesChoice Credit Union With ongoing educational support, unique perks, and comprehensive ben- efits, PeoplesChoice Credit Union ensures the staff feels empowered. Programs include a daily email from the President to all staff with uplifting quotes, funny anecdotes, historical pictures and information, thoughts for the day, relevant memes, and fun contests. Company sponsored outings include a summer Casco Bay cruise, cannoli days, summer challenges, winter bingo, and frequent games and contests. The annual holiday party is inspired by a team of employee elves who plan everything. Every year is a different venue and theme. There's a Fun Tank – that has a golf simulator, shuffleboard, arcade games, massage chairs, ping pong table, pool table and more! peopleschoiceme.org # 8 # 9 # 10 # 11 "Ten consecutive years on the Best Places to Work in Maine list says a lot about our employee culture. There is no credit union without them. Being dedicated to our employees and coworkers means they are dedicated to our members." - Stephen Wallace, President & CEO FEDERALLY INSURED BY NCUA