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May/June 2012
LARGE COMPANIES
1
Microsoft Corporation
Industry:
information
technology; software publishing
What we do:
Founded in 1975 and with eight business divisions,
Microsoft Corporation is the worldwide leader in software,
services and solutions to enable individuals and businesses to
realize their full potential. Business divisions include: interactive
entertainment business, Microsoft business solutions, Microsoft
Office, online services, server and tools business, Skype,
Windows and Windows Live, and Windows phone.
Web site:
www.microsoft.com
Indiana/U.S. employees:
44/54,687
New positions in last fiscal year:
n/a
For employees:
various incentive programs; fitness
reimbursement of up to $800 per year; ability to work
remotely; matching charitable donations and time; quarterly
and end-of-year performance awards; discounted software for
employees for limited gift giving; and paid sabbaticals.
2
ExactTarget
Industry:
technology
What we do:
ExactTarget is a leading
global provider of e-mail marketing and cross-channel interactive
marketing software as service solutions that empower
organizations of all sizes to communicate with their customers
through the interactive channels they use most: e-mail, mobile,
social media and web sites.
Web site:
www.exacttarget.com
Indiana/U.S. employees:
773/967
New positions in last fiscal year:
286
For employees:
free breakfast and break rooms filled with
healthy snacks, beverages and fresh fruit; eight paid hours of
community volunteering per year; up to $420 a year for
wellness activities; and various fun events throughout the year.
3
Edward Jones
Industry:
financial services
What we do:
Edward Jones, the
nation’s largest financial-services firm in terms of branch
offices in the nation, has nearly seven million individual
investors in communities where they work and live. Financial
advisors work with clients to understand personal goals and
create long-term investment solutions that emphasize a well-
balanced portfolio and a buy-and-hold strategy.
Web site:
www.edwardjones.com
Indiana/U.S. employees:
944/36,522
New positions in last fiscal year:
92
For employees:
opportunity to own part of the company;
any associate in good standing with three years of service can
be offered partnership; financial advisors set their own
schedules and work locations; and ability to earn vacations
around the world.
4
Centier Bank
Industry:
banking
What we do:
Centier Bank has been a family-
owned and managed financial service provider
since 1895. The institution stands behind its “Not for Sale”
commitment, pledging that it will continue to preserve
independent hometown banking in Northern Indiana. Centier
is currently serving more than 22 communities with 650
associates and more than $2.1 billion in assets.
Web site:
www.centier.com
Indiana/U.S. employees:
675/675
New positions in last fiscal year:
9
For employees:
C.A.R.E. program raises funds throughout the
year to help fellow associates in need; wellness programs with
large workout facility and on-site exercise classes; church and
synagogue matching of 10% of contributions annually; and all
or partial child care paid for full- or part-time employees.
5
Brotherhood Mutual
Insurance
Industry:
insurance
What we do:
Brotherhood Mutual offers an array of insurance
products – including property and liability, vehicle, worker’s
compensation, payroll services – through independent agents
across the country. Its customers include churches, Christian
schools, colleges and universities, daycare centers, camps,
retreats, conference centers and more.
Web site:
www.brotherhoodmutual.com
Indiana/U.S. employees:
278/293
New positions in last fiscal year:
28
For employees:
industry and personal education paid in part
by the company; annual recognition programs and service
bonus; “Brotherhood Works,” a corporate mission program in
which employees and agents participate together on a domestic
mission trip; corporate facilities available to employees free of
charge for private employee gatherings and events during the
evening hours.
6
Ogletree Deakins Law Firm
Industry:
legal
What we do:
Ogletree Deakins is one of the
nation’s leading labor and employment law firms. The firm’s
labor and employment practice is complemented and
supported by related practice groups in the areas of business
immigration, litigation, employee benefits, environmental law,
occupational safety and health, and construction law.
Web site:
www.ogletreedeakins.com
Indiana/U.S. employees:
56/1,276
New positions in last fiscal year:
4
For employees:
casual Fridays; holiday party and ugly
Christmas sweater contest; free coffees, teas and soda; chair
massages; charity drives; when working overtime, meals are
paid for by the firm; and staff are paid overtime for all travel.