2019 Best Workplaces in Ohio

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hat makes a great workplace?

Many factors contribute to this, from 401(k) plans to company outings, but it’s more than that—it’s a place where a worker feels valued.

Looking through the winners of Ohio Business Magazine’s fourth annual Best Workplaces in Ohio feature, we found that there are many companies that are making their employees feel that way, and that they are finding creative ways to do so. In this feature we list the 2019 winners by company size and profile companies throughout the state. Ohio is a great place to work—read on to learn about some of the best workplaces in the state.

2019 BEST WORKPLACES IN

OHIO

BY THE EDITORS

Companies with less than 50 employees Company Name

Location

Employee #

Type

Year Founded

Cincinnati School of Music

Cincinnati

3

Private

2012

Big Idea Group

Cincinnati

4

Private

2015

Zeal40: The Creative Agency

Cincinnati

6

Partnership

2015

Warrensville Heights

7

Nonprofit

2008

Petroff Law Offices, LLC

Columbus

7

Private

2007

Belle Communication

Columbus

8

Private

2013

Beachwood

9

Private

2003

Akron

10

Public

2006

Effective Leadership Academy

Barrett Benefits Group, Inc. Consolidus Mid-American Financial Group

Cincinnati

10

Private

2004

Sharp Business Systems

West Chester

10

Public

2011

Approach Marketing

Worthington

12

Private

2010

Cincinnati

13

Private

1989

Commerce Bank

West Chester

15

Public

1865

Beavercreek Pizza Dive

Beavercreek

15

Public

2008

Avon

17

Private

2006

Rocky River

19

Private

2002

Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati

Cincinnati

19

Nonprofit

1981

Alliance Integrative Medicine

Cincinnati

20

Public

1999

Sherlock Services, Inc.

Barberton

24

Private

1991

Intrust IT

Cincinnati

26

Private

1992

The Recovery Center of Hamilton County

Cincinnati

27

Nonprofit

2006

Beachwood

27

Private

1998

Solon

30

Private

2003

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers

Blue Ash

30

Partnership

2015

AMEND Consulting

Cincinnati

33

Private

2006

Kirsch CPA Group, LLC

Hamilton

33

Private

1991

ThermalTech Engineering, Inc.

Cincinnati

44

Private

1980

Advanced Engineering Consultants

Columbus

47

Private

1998

STACK Construction Technologies

Cincinnati

48

Private

2010

Total Wealth Planning, LLC

Hunter International SyncShow

World Synergy Professional Placement Services RGT Restaurants/PSP Foods,

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The Need for Education, Mental and Behavioral Health Services

By John Banchy, President and CEO of The Children’s Home of Cincinnati

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he Children’s Home of Cincinnati brings education and treatment programs for the most vulnerable among us—our children—and particularly those who are battling a variety of circumstances.

These youth face poverty, abuse and neglect, behavioral, and mental health and learning challenges, and lack the resources to be successful at home, in school and in our community.

We work to raise the collective awareness of the largely underserved, and ensure every child and family has access to health and education based services.

While many educators recognize common learning disabilities like ADHD or dyslexia as impediments to learning, indirect factors outside the scope of a child’s control like abuse, poverty, neglect or even neighborhoods often contribute to a student’s ability to learn.

Without the availability of nontraditional schools, like The Children’s Home of Cincinnati, which have trained special

educators and treatment/behavioral specialists, many students find themselves in an endless cycle of struggle in the classroom. They will eventually enter adulthood without a complete education or healthy coping skills merely due to being born into unfavorable circumstances.

We also know that separating a child from education and helping resources doesn’t work.

If a student causes a disruption in a traditional school setting, often the current model or policy dictates to remove the student from the academic environment—sometimes permanently. However, this solution doesn’t address the root of what may be causing the behavioral challenges to manifest. Poverty, broken homes, lack of discipline in a home setting, lack of a same-sex role model or other underlying mental health factors may be the cause. Separating students from educational opportunities is another

form of abandonment, a feeling many of them are all too familiar with.

We also have a portion of our campus and services dedicated to preschool students who attend our 5-Star Step Up to Quality rated preschool, and a new, state-of-theart building that serves our students on the autism spectrum.

The Children’s Home of Cincinnati is nestled on a beautiful 40-plus acre campus in Cincinnati, and staffed by some of the most dedicated social workers, intervention specialists, educators and therapists who come to work knowing they change lives every day.

Last year, our programs impacted over 10,500 children and families in lifechanging ways that create lasting results.

Learn more about us, our amazing work culture and benefits, our many “Top Workplaces” awards, and see our current job openings in the careers section of tchcincy.org.

2019 BEST WORKPLACES IN O H I O

Companies with 50-200 employees Company Name

Location

Employee #

Type

Year Founded

Superior Dental Care

Centerville

52

Private

1986

Beavercreek

57

Private

2006

Columbus

59

Private

2007

Powell

62

Private

2000

TACG Zipline Logistics LeaderStat All Occasions Event Rental

Cincinnati

62

Private

1979

Leading EDJE

Dublin

63

Private

2007

415 Group

Canton

67

Private

1981

Cincinnati

68

Private

1987

Dublin

70

Private

1999

Columbus

72

Private

1997

West Chester

74

Private

1986

Ingage Partners

Cincinnati

75

Private

2011

Vector Solutions

Cincinnati

75

Private

2004

ODW Logistics & Transportation Services, LLC.

Hamilton

75

Private

2009

The Matrix Companies

Cincinnati

76

Private

2000

Hilton Akron/Fairlawn

Akron

80

Private

1969

Cincinnati

85

Private

1998

The Alois Alzheimer Center ERPA(ERP Analysts Inc) Choice Recovery Kingsgate Logistics

Jostin Construction

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Blue Chip Consulting Group

Seven Hills

90

Private

2004

Barnes, Dennig & Co., Ltd.

Cincinnati

95

Partnership

1965

Sunrise Treatment Center

Cincinnati

107

Private

2007

CMC Properties

Blue Ash

108

Partnership

1967

Concept Services LTD

Medina

110

Private

2002

North Community Counseling Centers

Columbus

120

Nonprofit

1968

GBQ Partners LLC

Columbus

130

Private

1953

Meaden & Moore

Cleveland

134

Private

1919

Lifebanc

Cleveland

136

Nonprofit

1986

Cold Jet

Loveland

140

Private

1986

Navigator Management Partners

Columbus

144

Private

2001

Fahlgren Mortine

Columbus

147

Private

1956

Main Street Gourmet

Cuyahoga Falls

150

Private

1987

Fleet Response

Independence

150

Private

1986

City of Sharonville

Sharonville

151

Government

1911

PRIME AE Group, Inc.

Columbus

160

Private

2007

NELSON

Cincinnati

180

Private

1977

Mills James

Columbus

185

Private/Employee-Owned

1984

Centric Consulting

Dayton

189

Private

1999

Hollywood Gaming Dayton Raceway

Dayton

191

Public

2014

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2019 BEST WORKPLACES IN O H I O

Companies with more than 200 employees Company Name

Location

Employee #

Type

Year Founded

KDM POP Solutions Group

Cincinnati

217

Private

1970

Vaco Cincinnati LLC

Blue Ash

230

Private

2014

City of Middletown

Middletown

250+

Government

1886

Cincinnati

266

Private

1987

Ulmer & Berne LLP

Cleveland

285

Partnership

1908

The Urology Group

Cincinnati

289

Private

1996

The Connor Group

Miamisburg

300

Private

1992

Foundation Software / Payroll4Construction.com

Strongsville

303

Private

1985

Cincinnati Incorporated

Harrison

323

Private

1898

The Children’s Home of Cincinnati

Cincinnati

359

Nonprofit

1864

Component Repair Technologies

Mentor

450

Private

1985

LeafFilter Gutter Protection

Hudson

500+

Private

2005

London Computer Systems (LCS)

Deceuninck

Monroe

536

Public

1969

Belterra Park Cincinnati

Cincinnati

600

Public

2014

Ohio Valley Goodwill Industries

Cincinnati

800

Nonprofit

1916

Cengage

Mason

900

Partnership

2007

Ohio’s Hospice

Dayton

960

Nonprofit

2013

Fleet Response would like to thank all of our employees whose hard work and dedication have contributed to the success of the organization!

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The RDI Corporation West Chester Hospital

Cincinnati

1,000

Private

1978

West Chester

1,200

Nonprofit

2009

PSA Airlines

Vandalia

1,500 Private/Wholly Owned Subsidiary 1986

Montgomery County

Dayton

4,200

Company Size

Government

Company Age

10% 8%

LESS 50 - 200 THAN 50 EMPLOYEES EMPLOYEES

33%

43%

1803

200+

EMPLOYEES

24%

100+ YEARS 100-50 YEARS

28%

25-50 YEARS

39%

10-25 YEARS

11%

10-5 YEARS

3%

LESS THAN 5 YEARS

At Sherlock Services, our people are our family, and our 26 staff members have worked at our company an average of 15 years.

We attribute our 95% growth since 2015 to the positive and caring work environment we have here. Also, our 99% client retention rate is clearly tied to our company culture. Cookouts, semi-annual team parties, weekly bagels or donuts, casual attire, on-site gym and a big popcorn machine make Sherlock Services a great place to work. Happy employees lead to happy customers.

We save and heal lives every day through the miracle of organ, eye and tissue donation. Join our mission by visiting www.lifebanc.org

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ZIPLINE LOGISTICS

Zipline Logistics of Columbus adopts a people-first mindset in everything it does.

As a supply chain partner for its clients, Zipline takes care of the stress and dif-

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ficulty of coordinating the transportation of products. As an employer, it maintains a transparent philosophy of leadership.

“It’s what makes our culture and what

makes everybody here excited to come to work,” says Emily Magill, Zipline’s director of human resources. She describes the workplace as an open environment, receptive to

any employee’s needs, concerns or life goals.

That last point is a big part of the company’s employee engagement. Zipline Logistics provides multiple ways for workers to pursue the career advancement they seek, from tuition reimbursement and compensation for industry accreditations to its new Training 2.0 workshops and Emerging Leaders program that give employees a route to attain leadership positions.

Zipline makes sure to mix in plenty of fun to keep the environment loose and welcoming. Monthly happy hours, lunchtime yoga, potlucks, and gourmet coffee and snacks are just a few of the perks, enhanced by an open office floor plan that encourages employees to make real connections and build rapport with each other.

All of that builds a baseline of mutual respect that prevents miscommunications from blowing up into serious HR issues.

“We’re close,” says Magill. “It’s a lot less stressful. It’s more relaxed because people really do genuinely care about each other.”

—Kevin Michell

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2019 BEST WORKPLACES IN O H I O

Company Type

Metro Area

3%

6% AKRON

2% OTHER

GOVERNMENT

10%

NONPROFIT

7%

PARTNERSHIP

70%

13% DAYTON

17% COLUMBUS

PRIVATE

9%

PUBLIC

47%

CINCINNATI

15% CLEVELAND

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NOMINATION PROCESS For the four th annual Best Workplaces in Ohio feature, a nomination form was emailed to businesses throughout the s t a te, inv i t ing t hem to sel fnominate. For-profit, nonprofit and government institutions were invited to participate. Nominees were asked to provide information on topics such as their company size, engagement with employees, benefit structure and past awards.

The winners were then selected by committee. If you are interested in nominating your company next year, subscribe to the Ohio Business Magazine and newsletter (both of which are complimentary) at OhioBusinessMag.com.

Ohio Valley Goodwill is honored to be a 2019 Best Workplaces in Ohio award winner presented by Ohio Business Magazine.

Ohio Valley Goodwill is one of the largest training and employment providers for individuals with disabilities in the State of Ohio.

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FOUNDATION SOFTWARE Fred Ode, CEO and founder of Foundation Software and Payroll4Construction. com, understands that employees are the companies’ greatest assets. And if the employees are happy and well taken care of then they take care of the customers and make sure they are happy.

“Our philosophy starts with management and works its way down—work hard, treat everyone like family and take care of one another,” says Ode. “We know that life happens, and we try our best to take care of our employees in every way we can—from little things like free personal training and encouraging employee clubs to supporting employees through more difficult times, like rehab or illness.”

Foundation Software, which has 303 employees and is located in Strongsville, develops job cost accounting, project management and mobile applications, along

with payroll and bookkeeping services, to help America’s contractors run the business side of construction. Foundation Software’s employees work intimately and collaboratively with employees from sister company Payroll4Construction.com, a payroll service just for the construction industry.

The employee program of which he is the most proud started unofficially, he says.

It’s an informal internship program where employees with a passion for programming but with no coding experience are taught to become successful web developers for the company.

“This has now become an official initiative at Foundation [Software],” he says.

“We hired a Ph.D. in computer science to lead our new in-house web development certification program and are looking forward to welcoming the inaugural class of 12 employees this month.”

– Eric Spangler

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2019 BEST WORKPLACES IN O H I O Working for a municipality may be different in many ways than the average office job but the City of Sharonville’s employees enjoy it enough to have nominated the city for back-to-back wins as one of Ohio’s best workplaces.

A big part of that has been engaging employees directly on areas of improvement and opportunities for better communication. To that end, Sharonville instituted its employee wellness committee to improve how it gathered and implemented feedback from all of its workers.

“We have employees from every department involved in that,” says Noah Powers, human resources director for the City of Sharonville. An August 2018 employee survey led to department heads discussing the results with the rest of their respective departments, leading to greater transparency in the organization’s operations and goals.

The wellness program gives city employees a platform to be heard but is also active in encouraging a healthy and beneficial work-life balance for them, supplementing generous benefits with out-of-office social events and volunteer programs in the community. That, in turn, has led to high employee retention rates.

“By doing that it makes us a place where it’s not just a job, it’s a place where people can come and make a career,” says Powers.

—Kevin Michell

CITY OF SHARONVILLE

WE SIMPLIFY LIVES For over 50 yrs, CMC Properties has successfully owned and managed thousands of apartments, offices, and retail stores. At CMC each employee is dedicated to our core mission of Simplifying the Lives of our Customers.

Always recognizing our core values led us to where we are today, CMC continues its growth by building an entire organization with talented, caring people who share a common mission to Simplify Lives.

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LIFEBANC Saving and healing the lives of patients is the mission of Lifebanc, Northeast Ohio’s primary organ and tissue recovery nonprofit organization. Its employees are extremely passionate about what they do and, according to the nonprofit, their dedication is what makes Lifebanc one of the Best Workplaces in Ohio.

“What we do is special, and we want our staff to feel connected and committed to the mission every day,” says Michelle Leighton, chief talent officer.

The nonprofit maintains that connection and commitment by ensuring the well-

being of its staff. Lifebanc offers health insurance at a low cost and covers dental and life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability. In addition, the organization offers tuition reimbursement, incentive plans, PTO purchase programs and a defined contribution plan.

Lifebanc cares for its employees so they can care for the organization’s mission, says Leighton. The nonprofit encourages employees to live out that mission through unique employee-driven committees for safety, wellness and recognition.

The Employee Recognition Commit-

tee honors employees through recognition awards, pop-up events and holiday celebrations to keep morale high. The Employee Wellness Committee provides healthy food in the cafeteria, hosts cooking demonstrations and encourages staff to stay active and healthy. The Employee Safety Committee ensures that Lifebanc has a safe and secure work environment.

“We make sure that we reward and recognize on top of our benefits,” says Leighton.

“I think what we do is special—everybody who wants to be here knows it and feels it.”

—Keely Brown

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CENTRIC CONSULTING The core purpose at Centric Consulting is to create unmatched experiences for its clients and employees. Called UMCX, it is a conscious part of thinking when company officials make a decision.

Larr y English, Centric Consulting president, says, “Not a day goes by that our employees don’t live by our core purpose of creating unmatched experiences—thoughtfully caring for each other, our clients and communities.”

As part of the process of creating unmatched experiences the Dayton-based company devised a program called Performance Excellence, which provides personalized coaching, mentoring, performance feedback and career planning for individuals based on where they are in their career.

In addition, the private business consulting and technology solutions firm founded in 1999 hosts a weekend-long

holiday party—or minivacation—each January for its 189 full-time employees and their guest. Recent locations have included Puerto Vallarta, the Bahamas and Austin, Texas.

Because it cares about the work-life balance of its employees, which it calls “In Balance,” Centric Consulting sends Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and new baby gifts to the homes of employees.

That work balance is what Gina Heffner, vice president and Columbus practice lead, is most proud of about Centric Consulting’s workplace. “We encourage our people to spend quality time with their friends and family and take that trip they’ve always wanted by providing unlimited paid time off. This ensures our employees stay engaged and happy by allowing them to take time to fully connect with who and what is important to them outside of work.”

—Eric Spangler

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ADVANCED ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS According to Ali Caulkins, marketing coordinator for Advanced Engineering Consultants, the Columbus-based consulting engineering firm was named a best Workplace in Ohio this year because of its open-door policy with all employees.

“It helps build trusting and strong relationships. We have engineers that are new grads just out of school and engineers that have been in the industry close to 50 years. And just being able to have open conversations and ask questions and to share experiences really helps … keep everyone thinking and engaged with each other,” she says.

This means employees can reach out to managers to discuss both professional and personal problems, talk about career aspirations or pitch new ideas. Even the company’s president, Lisa Huang, is regularly available for a conversation.

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This open and flexible attitude is reflected in other aspects of Advanced Engineering Consultants as well. Employees have flexible hours—“Some people get here at 5:30 in the morning, some people stay here until 8:30 at night,” says Caulkins—and the company hosts regular potlucks and team-building events.

In addition, employees are encouraged to participate in community events and organizations. For example, this year the company had a team participate in the Dragon Boat Race at the Columbus Asian Festival to support the Asian-American Commerce Group, an organization with which Huang participates.

“We work very hard at our projects to please our clients but we also try to have fun,” adds Caulkins.

—Corinne Minard

City of Sharonville named among

Ohio’s Best Workplaces again by

Ohio Business Magazine

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2019 BEST PLACES TO WORK

Cincinnati School of Music Three locations: 9361 Montgomery Road, Suite B Cincinnati, OH 45242 6682 Tri Way Drive Mason, OH 45040 8315 Beechmont Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45255 513-560-9175 cincinnatischoolofmusic.com

Cincinnati School of Music (CSM) is a family-owned company, established by Joe and Anna Backer, a husband and wife team with a passion for music and community. The Backers started CSM as a professional educational space and community where professional musicians could share their talents and passions by teaching music to children, teens and adults, from beginners to advanced level learners.

CSM’s goal is to foster confidence and creativity in its students through exceptional music instruction. With outstanding teachers, unparalleled customer service, excellent facilities and frequent student recitals, it strives to transform lives and bolster the community through music education. With three convenient locations in Olde Montgomery, Mason and Anderson, CSM provides easy access and flexible hours to accommodate today’s busy families. Named one of Ohio’s 50 Best Workplaces for three years, voted “Best Music Instruction” in Cincy Magazine four years in a row, and recognized as “The Face of Music Instruction” in Cincinnati Magazine, CSM takes pride in continuing to meet and exceed the community’s expectations.

The school offers music lessons for children, teens, and adults in piano, guitar, ukulele, voice, violin, viola, cello, drums, clarinet and flute. It welcomes beginners, intermediate and advanced level students. In addition to providing excellent music instruction, CSM has friendly and professional office staff available every day to ensure an organized and outstanding experience for students and their families at CSM. CSM is the only music school in Cincinnati that offers music lessons in three convenient locations, with availability seven days a week. CSM has helpful and friendly office staff available weekdays and weekends to assist students and parents with scheduling requests and any other questions. CSM hosts monthly Student Recitals, so there are ample performance opportunities for students to showcase their skills. Another fun perk of being a CSM student is the Student Picture Day, where students can get a professional headshot with their musical instrument!

Additionally, CSM is the only music school in Cincinnati that offers Level Up, a fun and innovative nationally recognized stu-

dent achievement program that helps students and parents better understand and track their musical progress in lessons.

Participating students can earn prizes for their accomplishments through this program, helping to maintain motivation and excitement about practicing. Parents stay informed with automatic progress updates as their child achieves musical milestones.

Deceuninck North America 351 Garver Road Monroe, OH 45050 877-563-4251 deceuninckNA.com

2019 BEST PLACES TO WORK Deceuninck North America is part of the Deceuninck Group, an integrated global organization specializing in the design and manufacture of PVC window and door systems. Deceuninck NA operates two high-efficiency manufacturing facilities in the US: one in Monroe, Ohio, which is also the North American headquarters, and a second facility in Fernley, Nevada. The company holds over 200 patents on designs, processes, technologies and material science.

Deceuninck’s PVC window and door systems are used in residential and commercial building projects throughout the U.S. The company’s commitment to its three pillars of innovation, design and sustainability make it an industry leader. And with its drive to be an industry innovator, the company is always working to create new processes, new materials and new products. According to Deceuninck NA, smarter fenestration is half art and half science.

Its products meet today’s demand for modern, timeless design and energy efficiency while striving to achieve the lowest possible ecological footprint. And at the heart of everything is Deceuninck NA’s commitment to service. The Voice of the Customer guides everything it does and makes it a better, more focused partner.

It’s the combination of all of these approaches and attitudes that have led to the company’s success.

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers 4340 Glendale-Milford Rd. Blue Ash, Ohio 513-769-6000 FreddysUSA.com

2019 BEST PLACES TO WORK Freddy’s in Cincinnati understands in this thriving economy that employee satisfaction is key. A winning culture where we continue to offer development and training to all staff members from crew to senior management is an integral part of our operation. Encouraging our employees to engage in the community from Chamber of Commerce meetings, to work sessions on leadership or even local events, allows our team to represent our brand, to understand our trade areas and most importantly develop relationships in our communities.

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LeafFilter Gutter Protection

In 2005, Matt Kaulig sold one product out of his home: LeafFilter Gutter Protection. At the end of 2009, Kaulig acquired the distribution rights to LeafFilter in North America, which set his company on the path to becoming one of the top home improvement companies in the nation.

While other gutter protection and home improvement companies are typically managed through a dealer network, LeafFilter is a no-dealer network. This gives Kaulig control over the customer experience from sales to service, as well as quality control of the product.

In addition to offering quality service to consumers, Kaulig created a positive work environment full of motivation. Kaulig has created an enthusiastic employee base, offering opportunities for growth, competitive compensation packages, 401K retirement plans and paid health care. LeafFilter is now responsible for generating over 1,500 positions, with hundreds of those positions catering to locals at LeafFilter’s corporate headquarters in Hudson, Ohio.

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2019 BEST PLACES TO WORK

PSA Airlines PSA Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of American Airlines, is proud to be the hometown airline of Dayton—the birthplace of aviation. PSA Airlines operates an all-jet fleet consisting of exclusively Bombardier regional jet aircraft. Our nearly 5,000 team members operate more than 750 daily flights to more than 90 destinations, all on behalf of American. Since 2014, PSA has more than doubled its size and will grow to operate 150 Bombardier CRJ aircraft over the next several years. This enormous amount of growth is a reflection of the largest airline in the world’s continued confidence in PSA to provide friendly, reliable and cost-effective regional services. PSA has a defined and committed fleet and growth plan, playing a critical role in American’s long-term regional network.

PSA is the fastest-growing regional airline in the country and our team members pride themselves on professional excellence in every aspect of their jobs.

Our team is committed to ensuring safe and reliable operations for the thousands of customers American trusts us with each and every day. As a company, we are focused on creating a work environment where our team members feel valued and respected. Building this culture is one of our top priorities as we work to recruit and retain a professional and talented workforce. When we have created a great place for our team—providing them with support, training and the tools to do their jobs more collaboratively and efficiently—we run a better company, with an exciting culture and a better airline for our customers.

Part of the mission at PSA is our commitment to growing our company where passion is shared, professional excellence is expected, and all are valued and respected. At the highest level of PSA, our leadership is committed to ethical practices and works tirelessly to develop leaders. We are investing in our people and our goal isn’t to only build a company that is successful today, but will continue to flourish well into the future.

PSA Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including some of the best travel privileges in the industry. PSA is also known for its outstanding safety and training culture.

PSA’s employee-led Inclusion Council that leads the company’s Diversity and Inclusion efforts