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B E S T P L A C E S TO W O R K 2 0 1 6 8 SMALL COMPANIES [ 15 - 49 employees ] At TruChoice Federal Credit Union, employees readily stepped up with answers to the question, "What do you love about working here?" Here are some of their answers: "It's not just a job, it's a family." "I love that I get to have a positive impact on our members' lives." "Friendly atmosphere, coworkers who are understanding and respectful." "I feel supported, cared for, and that what I do really matters." "Great pay and schedule." "TruChoice values match up to my own values." "The culture, the team, and a reliable and steady job." "Fun place to work, the benefi ts, and a team that keeps you informed and includes you." At TruChoice, the longest tenures range from 20 to nearly 40 years— longevity that's a testament to the pride employees take in working for the company. Not only do they enjoy a great benefi ts package, friendly and engaging culture, and strong work/life balance— there's something deeper, and that's meaningful relationships. "Our employees know that they are a part of something bigger than themselves—and that they make lasting, impactful change," said Marketing and Sales Vice President Ann Marie Lane. This is a close-knit group that loves working together and supporting each other. Employees enjoy a fl exible schedule that emphasizes work-life balance. They're empowered to make decisions, their thoughts respected and contributions valued. And there are many rewarding programs. Friday Farkle features food, contests and lots of swag. The TruEngagers are a team in capes responsible for inspiring fun and relieving stress. They put together creative games and events to help the TruCrew blow off steam and laugh every day. The TruSpirit peer recognition program encourages anyone at any time to nominate someone for going above and beyond. Recipients receive fi ve Ken Kash (named after CEO Ken Acker, whose smiling face adorns every bill), and are redeemable for prizes/gift cards. The annual TruSpirit Award recipient gets $1,000, a trophy and recognition. For fi ve-year anniversaries, employees receive cash bonuses, more time off, trophies and recognition. Upon retirement, long-time employees receive a fi nancial bonus based on number of years served. Celebrations of successes, birthdays, Halloween, even the lesser-known holidays—National Donut Day, anyone?—are always a hit. "Regardless of time here, whether many decades or even just a few months," said HR Coordinator Megan Look, "we fi nd our employees are happy, engaged, and satisfi ed." TruChoice Federal Credit Union TruEngagement plus TruSpirit equals TruCrew TruChoice Federal Credit Union P.O. Box 10659, Portland 04104 Top local executive: Ken Acker, president/CEO Year established: 1955 Maine employees: 41 Website: www.trufcu.com Human resources contact: Megan Look 207-347-8893 megan.look@trufcu.com # 4 The TruCrew supports the 2015 Maine Children's Cancer Program Walk. Service. Value. Community. Belonging to something bigger is why nearly 2,000 employees and nearly 680,000 members are part of Maine's Credit Unions. We are honored to again be named one of the Best Places to Work, along with eight Maine credit unions. Every day, our employees contribute their talents to further the growth of Maine's Credit Unions and to support the financial well-being of credit union members across the state. mainecul.org synergentcorp.com