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B22 HARTFORDBUSINESS.COM | MARCH 24, 2025 BEST PLACES TO WORK | LARGE EMPLOYERS CATEGORY (200+ U.S. EMPLOYEES) After 50 years, there are a lot of things we're proud of. Being named one of the Best Places to Work ranks at the top. Thank you to our employees for naming us one of Hartford Business Journal's Best Places to Work. It's your passion and dedication that allow us to make a positive impact on the communities we serve. usarecycle.com 1 1 BURNS & MCDONNELL CT HEADQUARTERS: Wallingford INDUSTRY: Construction, Engineering, Architecture WEBSITE: www.burnsmcd.com TOP CT EXECUTIVE: Jerry Fan, Senior Vice President F ounded in 1898, Burns + McDonnell is a 100% employ- ee-owned architecture, con- struction and engineering firm. Employee Benefits: e company covers 75% of medical coverage for employees and dependents, and 50% of dental for both. Life insurance is 100% absorbed by the company. e Employee Ownership Plan happens automatically and is free of cost. Employee Recognition: e "McCulture" Recognition Program 1 0 EDWARD JONES CT HEADQUARTERS: Ridgefield INDUSTRY: Finance WEBSITE: www.edwardjones.com TOP CT EXECUTIVE: George Ameer, Principal, Regional Leader F ounded in 1922, the financial advisory firm serves more than 8 million clients and has 54,000 as- sociates across the U.S. and Canada. Client assets total $2.2 trillion. Employee Recognition: In each region, a financial advisor and branch office administrator win the Ted Jones Spirit Award for exemplifying the values, culture and spirit of giving back. Peers choose winners, who receive me- dallions embossed with Ted's image. DEI Efforts: e firm committed to the following human capital aspira- tions in the U.S. and Canada by the end of 2025: 20% people of color and gender parity among leaders in the firm's U.S. and Canada headquarters; 15% people of color and 40% women among U.S. and Canadian home of- fice general partners; and 15% people of color and 30% women among U.S. and Canadian financial advisors. Resource Groups: e firm has 12 business resource groups representing various races, ethnicities, lived experi- ences and interests, including inter- faith, military-veteran, LGBTQ+ and allies, remote connections and green. honors employee/owners with point incentives that can be redeemed for gift cards or merchandise. Peer-to- Peer recognition is non-monetary. Fun & Relaxation: To celebrate Em- ployee Ownership Month in October, events include a pancake breakfast, family trick-or-treating and a lunch box trivia competition. Employee Training: Training areas include Professional Women's Ex- change, 'Emerging Leaders,' company ambassadors, StrengthsFinder and 'Principal Groups' leadership. DEI Efforts: Frequent seminars and workshops on diversity and celebra- tions of cultural holidays are among DEI efforts. 2 0 2 5 AWA R D S

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