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BizVoice/Indiana Chamber – May/June 2017
1. Blue 449
City:
Indianapolis
Industry:
advertising/public relations
Web site:
www.blue449.comIndiana/U.S. employees:
22/361
For employees:
“Third Thursday” happy hour; spot bonuses reward
program; “Special Beginnings” supports new mothers from early
pregnancy to six weeks after delivery; transition program for returning
mothers allows for gradual increase to full-time hours and two weeks
paid time off for new parents; fully-stocked candy supply room.
2. FORUM Credit Union
City:
Fishers
Industry:
banking
Web site:
www.forumcu.comIndiana/U.S. employees:
339/339
For employees:
annual day of celebration for employee development
and recognition of individual and team achievements; “Charity of
Choice” program with paid time off to volunteer; wellness
reimbursement and program; on-site fitness center, classes and
walking trails; healthy vending options and fresh fruit on regular basis.
3. Kemper CPA Group LLP
City:
Multiple locations
Industry:
accounting
Web site:
www.kempercpa.comIndiana/U.S. employees:
129/324
For employees:
open communication policy; regional and firm-wide
social events; employee advocacy group meets quarterly; wellness plan
and biometric testing; preventive health services covered 100%;
mentoring program and career path advancement guide; staff meals
and stress-relieving events provided during busy season.
4. Katz, Sapper & Miller, LLP
City:
Indianapolis
Industry:
accounting
Web site:
www.ksmcpa.comIndiana/U.S. employees:
289/289
For employees:
“Dress for your day” policy; remote working
arrangements; firm-wide perks and activities; 90-day onboarding
program; “Café Katz” is a gathering place that includes space to collaborate
and snacks are rotated on a monthly basis; $5,000 candidate referral
program for employees who are hired.
5. Impact Networking
City:
Indianapolis
Industry:
technology
Web site:
www.impactmybiz.comIndiana/U.S. employees:
24/284
For employees:
annual all-company getaway; employee innovation
program; free Impact spring/fall gear; employee recognition programs
such as an annual awards banquet, company-wide emails or “Good
Job” $50 gift cards; employees awarded with a Rolex watch of their
choice after 10 years of service.
6. Sikich LLP
City:
Indianapolis
Industry:
professional services
Web site:
www.sikich.comIndiana/U.S. employees:
30/787
For employees:
pizza parties for employees studying to take the
CPA exam; holiday parties and happy hours; involvement in firm-
sponsored sporting events; meals provided during busy season, along
with treats, snacks, ice cream socials, etc.; annual firm holiday bonus;
formalized Sikich University learning and development program.
7. SmartIT
City:
Indianapolis
Industry:
consulting
Web site:
www.getsmarterit.comIndiana/U.S. employees:
34/420
For employees:
two paid days off for personal community service
and a company-wide day of service; several “spotlight” employees
selected monthly to earn rewards points to use in digital rewards
store; quarterly town hall meetings provide organizational
transparency; complimentary soda and coffee bar, fully-stocked beer
fridge and free snacks.
8. Duke Realty Corporation
City:
Indianapolis
Industry:
real estate
Web site:
www.dukerealty.comIndiana/U.S. employees:
250/478
For employees:
office closes at 3 p.m. before holidays and the last
Friday of each summer month; all-associate summer and holiday
events; “Fitness Fridays” with 20-minute exercise break and drawing
for prizes; eight $5,000 scholarships awarded annually to children of
associates; $3,000 forgivable loans to associates who are first-time
homebuyers.
9. Blue & Co., LLC
City:
Carmel
Industry:
accounting
Web site:
www.blueandco.comIndiana/U.S. employees:
202/383
For employees:
flexible environment to manage schedule demands
of career and family; extensive training and development
opportunities; open communication of the firm’s strategic vision and
progress; week-long 45th anniversary celebration included contests
and gifts in 2016; cash bonus for passing CPA exam; on-site yoga
classes and walking trails.
10. Hylant
City:
Multiple locations
Industry:
insurance (non-health care)
Web site:
www.hylant.comIndiana/U.S. employees:
88/654
For employees:
gift cards provided during the holidays to “pay it
forward” to someone else; free on-site massages and gym membership;
staff meetings start with a game of “Heads or Tails” with $50 bill for
the winner; outdoor walking paths and 30 minutes to walk or
exercise; professional development planning with annual review.
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