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B E S T P L A C E S TO W O R K 2 0 2 3 45 LARGE EMPLOYER CATEGORY (250 OR MORE U.S. EMPLOYEES) The Granite Group The Granite Group distinguishes itself with a fl exible time-off policy that allows employees to take needed breaks regardless of available PTO. The company prioritizes fi nancial well-being by offering student loan repayments up to $1,200 annually and tuition reimbursement of up to $5,250 per year. T G G ' s S a l e s a n d Management Trainee program is designed to help young professionals gain valuable experience. An external facilitator-led in-person program aids internal mobility and supports the trainee program. To promote health savings, TGG contributes $750 to HSAs and $250 to FSAs. For retirement planning, a 50% match is available when employees in- vest 6% in their 401(k), complemented by a $1,000 annual profi t-sharing con- tribution, extending to all employees, including part-timers, underlining TGG's commitment to fi nancial security. thegranitegroup.com tuition reimbursement of up to $5,250 per year. Management Trainee program is designed to help young professionals # 8 NFI North At NFI North, employees have ac- cess to an associate degree program at a signifi cantly reduced cost, making it nearly free for them. Additionally, the company recently introduced an opportunity for employees to earn a master's degree in nonprofi t manage- ment. NFI North offers an ongoing leadership de- velopment class designed for promising employees to help them grow within the organization. Employees are celebrated on their work anniversaries with an extra day of pay, and their peers come together for a gathering where fellow employees publicly express their admiration for their qualities. The organization places a strong emphasis on work/life balance, encour- aging employees to make full use of their benefi ts, including vacation time, holidays, and sick leave, while also attending to their families' well-being. nfi north.com ment. NFI North offers an ongoing leadership de- velopment class designed for promising employees to help them grow within the organization. # 9 Marcum LLP Marcum LLP offi ces host holiday lunches, monthly birthday celebra- tions, ice cream socials, and engage in charity events. They also offer a variety of recreational sports leagues for em- ployees to participate in. The company offers virtual yoga and meditation sessions, step challenges, and "Caught in the Act" awards to recognize staff who go above and beyond. A wellness program includes newsletters, healthy tips, lunch-and-learn seminars, and fi tness challenges. Associates have the fl exibility to condense their 40-hour workweek during the summer months. The offi ce softball team and after- busy-season happy hours add to the fun and camaraderie among employees. Active duty military personnel who work at least 20 hours per week and have been employed with the fi rm for one year are eligible for 20 days of paid military leave each year. marcumllp.com sessions, step challenges, and "Caught in the Act" awards to recognize staff who go above and beyond. includes newsletters, # 10 Bangor Savings Bank Bangor Savings Bank provides a comprehensive pay and benefi ts pack- age to its employees. This package includes generous paid time off and the opportunity for hybrid work from home arrangements. The bank places a strong emphasis on professional growth and development, offer- ing various opportunities such as paid internships, continuing education, tu- ition reimbursement, and management training programs. The bank offers a holistic health and wellness program tailored to meet each employee at their current point in their wellness journey. An onsite fi tness facility provides classes for all fi tness levels, and there are walking and biking trails near the campus. For benefi t-eligible employees, BSB offers 16 weeks of parental leave and provides reimbursement of up to $10,000 to assist with IVF or adop- tion expenses. bangor.com on professional growth and development, offer- ing various opportunities such as paid internships, continuing education, tu- ition reimbursement, and # 11