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development. More than 93% of employees say “BCBSAZ provides programs and opportunities to help them be their healthiest.” These include an on-site fitness center and reimbursements foroff-site fitness center memberships, not only for employees, but spouses too. BCBSAZ also provides personal training, a nutritionist, an on-campus WW program, flexible work environments, and more. The company’s robust benefits and program offerings, combined with a culture described by BCBSAZ employees as “caring, friendly, and collaborative,” have 85.3% reporting they would “recommend BCBSAZ as a great place to work.”
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BLUE YONDER INC.
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PROUDLY BACKING PHOENIX SINCE 1961.
fourth consecutive year. BDO’s concentration on national and local philanthropic efforts and allowing its professionals to take time away from work to focus on giving back to their communities truly makes BDO a “best” place to work. Because of BDO Counts, BDO professionals are able to volunteer thousands of hours every year, supporting a wide range of organizations. This is integral to BDO’s firm culture and is perfectly aligned with BDO’s core purpose of “helping people thrive every day.”
BEST WESTERN HOTELS AND RESORTS
INDUSTRY: Hospitality/Travel/Tourism US/AZ EMPLOYEES: 1,455 ARIZONA LOCATION: Phoenix TOP US EXECUTIVE: David Kong, CEO WEBSITE: bestwestern.com Best Western Hotels and Resorts offers a different kind of work atmosphere, a place where everybody pulls together around a common goal. In fact, helping one another is at the heart of the organization. The Employee Activities Committee sponsors exciting events throughout the year. Team members take advantage of Arizona’s unique weather with wellness walks, led by our senior leadership, as well as participate in the Arizona Walking Challenge. Employees enjoy great discounts, including event tickets, gym membership, cell phones and hotel discounts. The company creates a positive work environment where employees get support to achieve their professional and personal goals. Best Western provides employees with numerous opportunities for professional and personal development. Through these opportunities, employees are able to enhance
their professional skills, gain business knowledge, manage their finances and to manage stress. Employees are encouraged to stay involved in community service. There is an annual company day of service where employees go to St. Mary’s Food Bank to help prepare meals for those in need.
BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD OF ARIZONA
INDUSTRY: Healthcare—Insurance/Services US/AZ EMPLOYEES: 1,889 ARIZONA LOCATION: Phoenix TOP US EXECUTIVE: Pam Kehaly, President and CEO WEBSITE: azblue.com BCBSAZ employees are the company’s differentiator and their commitment and engagement are the reasons for ongoing success and member satisfaction. The company’s people-oriented culture fosters an environment of collaboration, in which employees feel connected to each other and can see the differences they make in the lives of our members and our community. BCBSAZ introduces programs and opportunities that help staff members manage their health—physical, mental, and financial—and better balance the demands of their work with their lives outside of BCBSAZ. The company offers tuition reimbursement, college scholarships, mentor programs, a book club and ongoing training and skills
INDUSTRY: Technology Services US/AZ EMPLOYEES: 1,584 ARIZONA LOCATION: Scottsdale TOP US EXECUTIVE: Girish Rishi, CEO WEBSITE: jda.com JDA’s Core Values—Results, Relentless and Teamwork—act as the heart of the company, uniting and engaging associates and executives alike. JDA is dedicated to developing all associates to realize their full potential and have fun while doing it, offering mentorships, training and development programs, ample volunteer opportunities, one day of paid time off each year to serve at a local charity of choice, fun perks like an on-site fitness room, corporate sports teams, happy hours and more. JDA offers quarterly all associate events that promote fun and relieve workday stress. Quarterly events include group volunteer activities, charitable opportunities, wellness related activities, and seasonal festivities. The office features a large kitchen area with refreshments, daily fresh fruit delivered, game room with pingpong, pool and arcade games.
BURNS & MCDONNELL
INDUSTRY: Engineering, Architecture, Construction US/AZ EMPLOYEES: 6,655 ARIZONA LOCATION: Phoenix TOP US EXECUTIVE: Ray Kowalik, Chairman and CEO WEBSITE: burnsmcd.com At Burns & McDonnell, employees are 100% owners of the firm. In addition to sharing directly in the company’s profit and success, employee-owners are empowered to make important decisions, develop new ideas or strategies and chart their own path. Their decisions and suggestions are valued and implemented. The company’s training team offers 2,500 internal classes annually and covers professional society fees. After six months of employment, full-time employees can apply for tuition assistance for an advanced technical degree, an MBA or some undergraduate courses. The wellness incentive program inspires healthy living with an on-site fitness center with classes, step challenges and health coaching through the health center or EAP. The firm also covers intramural league fees. To encourage community service, Burns & McDonnell’s foundation matches employees’ donations in support of their favorite charities through a Matching Gifts Program.
CAMDEN PROPERTY TRUST
INDUSTRY: Real Estate US/AZ EMPLOYEES: 1,765 ARIZONA LOCATION: Tempe TOP US EXECUTIVE: Ric Campo, Chairman of the Board and CEO WEBSITE: camdenliving.com When you join Camden, you are not a number — you become the reason for the company’s success. Camden’s values unite the company as a family. They are much bigger than a list of tenets: They motivate team members’ hard work, improve results and enrich the company’s fun-loving culture. Camden provides employees with resources and opportunities to continue growing, contributing and succeeding. The team work together to solve problems and achieve better results. Everyone respects one another and contributes to the team, regardless of position or background. The company shows employees they are appreciated by offering a fully furnished Camden apartment at $20 a night for traveling employees on vacation. The company provides a 20% rent discount at Camden communities for full-time employees. Part-time employees enjoy a 10% rent discount. To boost professional development, Camden provides employees with opportunities to develop their skills through valuable training opportunities at CamdenU—all while enjoying the support of their colleagues.
CBIZ
INDUSTRY: Financial Services—Other US/AZ EMPLOYEES: 4,860 ARIZONA LOCATION: Phoenix TOP US EXECUTIVE: Jerome Grisko, President and CEO WEBSITE: cbiz.com/phx CBIZ constantly shows employees that they are valued and that their feedback is being taken into consideration. This is displayed through professional development opportunities, recognition programs, and additional benefit offerings. “Great People, Great Place” (GP2) is a program the company implemented to ensure employees are excited and proud to work at CBIZ. Each office’s GP2 Committee oversees, implements, and maintains local programs and activities. CBIZ Women’s Advantage (CWA) is a nationwide program that celebrates the uniqueness of the woman business professional. The whole company has a dress for your day policy which is appreciated by employees. Wellness is a big priority in the office. There is an on-site gym and every Wednesday employees enjoy complimentary healthy snacks. Volunteerism is important to so many of the company’s employees so the CBIZ Cares Committee organizes volunteer events (both off-site and on-site) for our employees throughout the year. To promote fun and relaxation, the Social Committee plans two to three fun, off-site events (families invited!) throughout the year—a summer baseball game event and holiday party being the favorites.