What makes a great place to work? Salary and benefits are a nice start—but most would agree that’s not enough. Decent hours and job security are helpful. Unique perks and amenities are appreciated. The people factor is key. Fun, flexibility, independence, a sense of purpose… a place to live your passion, where your contributions are recognized and valued. Opportunities: to travel, to learn, to grow and develop, to solve problems, to ride the cutting edge. There is no single formula for the perfect workplace; instead, there are many ways to get there. iBi went behind the scenes at four area companies, attempting to reverse-engineer the secrets of their success. Here’s what we discovered…
CEFCU: Investing in People
CEFCU has distinguished itself with its focus on employee training and development—an ongoing investment in its people.
CSE Software: High-Tech Triumphs
As the world further embraces AR and VR, the developers at CSE Software have front-row seats to a range of emerging technologies.
Farnsworth Group: Forward-Focused Collaboration
In 2017, Farnsworth Group was certified as a great workplace by the independent analysts at Great Place to Work for the second year in a row.
Maui Jim: The Aloha Culture
The “Aloha Spirit” is the backbone of Maui Jim, facilitating a workplace in which morale is high, turnover is low, and fun and business go hand in hand. iBi