2023 Best Places to Work in Vermont
The employee interviews and profiles for the
2023 Best Places to Work in Vermont awards.
2023 Best Places to work in Vermont winners
in alphabetical order are:
SMALL BUSINESSES
(15 - 99 U.S. EMPLOYEES)
Age Well *
Bytes.co
Caledonia Spirits, Inc. *
Champlain Community Services, Inc
Concepts NREC *
Co-operative Insurance Companies
Costello, Valente & Gentry, P.C. *
DominionTech, Inc.
Fluency
Fuse
Gallagher, Flynn & Company, LLP
Green Mountain Antibodies, Inc. *
Green Mountain Surgery Center *
Heritage Aviation
Hickok & Boardman Insurance Group
Housewright Construction, Inc.
Instrumart
Junapr *
Keene Perspectives *
Liquid Measurement Systems, Inc.
McSoley McCoy & Co.
New England Excess Exchange, Ltd
Northern Digital Inc
PedsOne
Primmer Piper Eggleston & Cramer
ReArch Company, Inc.
Saba Marine, LLC. *
Spectrum Youth & Family Service
Stone Environmental
The Royal Group, Inc
Trudell Consulting Engineers *
Union Mutual
United Way of Northwest Vermont
Wild Apple Graphics, Ltd.
MEDIUM BUSINESSES
(100-249 U.S. EMPLOYEES)
Champlain Housing Trust
Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity *
Chroma Technology Corp.
DEW Construction
Grace Cottage Family Health & Hospital *
New Breed Revenue
New Chapter Inc.
New England Air Systems LLC
NorthCountry Federal Credit Union
NuHarbor Security, Inc.
OnLogic
The Richards Group
LARGE BUSINESSES
(250+ U.S. EMPLOYEES)
Comcast - Western New England Region
Edward Jones
Health Care & Rehabilitation Services (HCRS)
King Arthur Baking Company
Mascoma Bank
NBT Bank *
Northwestern Counseling & Support Services, Inc. *
Parker Hannifin
Stantec Consulting Services Inc.
Vermont Information Processing, Inc.
Vermont Mutual Insurance Group
*First Time winner
SMALL BUSINESSES
(15 - 99 U.S. EMPLOYEES)
#1 Instrumart
Headquarters: South Burlington
Web: www.instrumart.com
Industry: Distribution
VT Employees: 71
US Employees: 71
Instrumart is a leading supplier of industrial instruments in South Burlington. Our promise to our customers includes honest, upfront pricing; finding the best product for your application needs; and guaranteeing your satisfaction. We dare to be different from others and keep our standards high. Instrumart is an employee-first company, focused on supporting our employees to be happy, healthy and productive, both at and outside work. Working at Instrumart is like working with friends and family; we work hard and laugh often. We are part of an awesome and vibrant community, and we want to do our part to make it a better place. As part of this effort, we support a number of local charities and offer all our employees paid time off for volunteering.
#2 DominionTech
Headquarters: Williston
Web: www.dominiontech.com
Industry: Technology
VT Employees: 26
US Employees: 26
DominionTech was founded on the belief that without a strong and secure network, no business can truly thrive. We partner with companies to build and maintain IT systems that allow you to focus on what’s important: growing your business. At DominionTech, our people are at the core of our business. Our priority is making sure team members are well taken care of, work in a safe and healthy environment, and given opportunities to excel and thrive in their jobs. We offer competitive health benefits, professional growth opportunities, flexible work environments and generous incentives and rewards for a job well done. If you’re looking to advance in your career, join us in our work to provide top-tier IT services and support local businesses.
#3 Fluency
Headquarters: Burlington
Web: www.fluency.inc
Industry: Advertising/Marketing/PR
VT Employees: 31
US Employees: 53
Fluency is the first digital advertising platform to use robotic process automation to instantaneously deliver an unlimited number of unique digital advertising campaigns across multiple channels. Through the pioneering software our team builds — and the way they build it — we’re redefining how a world-class, software-as-a-service company creates and operates. Fluency believes it’s no longer enough for employers to compete on compensation and benefits alone. People are looking for organizations that have a well-thought-out strategy, provide a sense of purpose, create opportunities to progress personally and professionally, and allow individuals to contribute to shaping the success of the company. These qualities, combined with our collective desire to succeed and support one another’s growth, have enabled us to maintain a critical mass of game changers since day one.
#4 Spectrum Youth & Family Services
Headquarters: Burlington
Web: www.spectrumvt.org
Industry: Health and Human Services
VT Employees: 61
US Employees: 61
Since 1970, Spectrum has served teenagers and young adults who are struggling in a variety of ways and not receiving help from traditional human-service organizations. These include those who are homeless, runaways, suffering from substance-abuse or emotional disorders, dropouts, in or exiting the foster care system, exiting the children’s mental health system, or exploited by human trafficking. Spectrum is a collection of a dozen different “programs,” including a drop-in center, warming shelter, counseling service and job placement program. We encourage staff from all of our programs to work together to help those coming to us for help. Spectrum is proud of the culture it has created for its employees; there is a palpable sense that staff are cared for and respected, and that their opinions are valued.
#5 Union Mutual
Headquarters: Montpelier
Web: www.unionmutual.com
Industry: Insurance (non-health care)
VT Employees: 72
US Employees: 93
Union Mutual provides property and casualty insurance policies to individuals, organizations and businesses throughout New England and New York. We offer excellent benefits, a strong retirement plan, professional growth opportunities, workplace flexibility and corporate community stewardship, among other generous benefits. Our leadership team maintains an open-door policy and is committed to fostering a collaborative atmosphere that values the personal and professional growth of all employees. As a values-driven company, Union Mutual has long been devoted to the greater good. In 2022, we implemented an employee-led environmental, social and governance committee designed to identify, execute and promote opportunities to improve our business practices with a focus on social responsibility.
#6 Costello, Valente & Gentry
Headquarters: Brattleboro
Web: www.cvglawoffice.com
Industry: Legal
VT Employees: 26
US Employees: 26
Costello, Valente & Gentry is a general practice law firm specializing in unusual problems and frustrating transactions. For more than 30 years, we have assisted individuals looking for help with civil litigation, criminal defense, real estate, family law matters and long-term care planning. Employees at CVG are given the flexibility and balance to enjoy life outside of work and partake of all the great things Vermont has to offer. Additionally, we avoid billable hour minimums, we don’t tell attorneys what they can and cannot practice, and we employ a team-based approach, so employees don’t have to wait years before they have a chance to take the wheel, whether by writing an appellate brief or arguing in front of a jury.
#7 Housewright Construction
Headquarters: Newbury
Web: housewright.net
Industry: Construction
VT Employees: 28
US Employees: 28
Housewright Construction is a residential home-building general contracting firm in Newbury. We are a one-stop shop for our clients, managing a team of employees, subcontractors and service professionals who strive to exceed our clients’ expectations. Housewright proudly maintains a workplace that recognizes and rewards the contributions of its employees. While other companies have downsized during difficult years or shifted cost burdens to its workers, we have worked hard to improve the employment experience for our employees. Our core values — fairness, honesty, integrity and trust — set us apart from many companies and guide us in all our business decisions and practices. Our employees work as a team and are dedicated to treating each other and our clients how they would want to be treated.
#8 McSoley McCoy & Company
Headquarters: South Burlington
Web: www.cpavt.com
Industry: Accounting
VT Employees: 35
US Employees: 35
McSolely McCoy & Company provides common-sense tax and accounting solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients. Situated in the picturesque Champlain Valley, we combine the resources and talent of a big city accounting firm with the valuable one-on-one approach that our clients have come to rely on. We are a place where inspired people create excellence, individuality is celebrated and people of all backgrounds are welcomed. As talented accounting professionals who are enthusiastic about our work, we seek those who thrive in an environment where every voice is valued. We believe strongly in the concept of work-life balance — through flexible schedules, telecommuting and part-time opportunities — because we understand that personal commitments are an important part of life.
#9 Bytes.co
Headquarters: Burlington
Web: bytes.co
Industry: Technology
VT Employees: 25
US Employees: 25
Bytes.co is a web-design, digital-marketing and development agency headquartered in Burlington. The business comprises monthly subscriptions for website hosting, support, and managed digital marketing services as well as one-time website design and coding projects. We place an emphasis on hiring local and working with Vermont organizations to support business needs. Bytes.co employees are resourceful and focused. We respect each other and approach new challenges with an open mind. We believe in honesty and transparency. Individuals are empowered to make decisions and share new ideas. We support one another because we’re a team, and we have fun! We’re flexible with work schedules, offer competitive salary, encourage physical
and mental wellness, and give everyone on the team opportunities for professional growth.
#10 Heritage Aviation
Headquarters: South Burlington
Web: www.flyheritage.com
Industry: Transportation
VT Employees: 68
US Employees: 69
Heritage Aviation is an employee-owned aviation services company that provides fixed-based operations, maintenance and avionics at Burlington International Airport. Our FBO division is famous for its customer service while offering 24/7 ground handling, fueling, deicing and related aviation support capabilities, and our FAA-certified repair station provides the region with outstanding aircraft maintenance and avionics support. Heritage celebrates our high standards of performance, accountability and transparency on everything from employee benefits to supply-chain practices. We offer competitive wages, employee stock and other benefits that prioritize employee wellness and promote work-life balance. Our employee-owners are dedicated to cultivating a diverse, inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace, where we take pride in the work we do for each other.
#11 Co-operative Insurance Companies
Headquarters: Middlebury
Web: www.co-opinsurance.com
Industry: Insurance (non-health care)
VT Employees: 90
US Employees: 90
Co-operative Insurance Companies has been meeting insurance needs since 1915. We offer a full array of property and casualty insurance products and services to residential property owners, farm owners and business owners in Vermont and New Hampshire. Our actions are guided by our core values of integrity, respect, accountability and stewardship. Co-op Insurance takes pride in providing our employees with generous benefits, including medical and vision insurance; company-paid dental, life, disability and long-term care insurance; 401(k) retirement with company match; and tuition reimbursement, to name just a few. We strongly embrace work-life balance by offering flexible work schedules; paid parental leave; an award-winning wellness program; interest-free wellness and technology loans; and more.
#12 Gallagher, Flynn & Company
Headquarters: South Burlington
Web: www.gfc.com
Industry: Accounting
VT Employees: 68
US Employees: 82
Gallagher, Flynn & Company is a fully integrated professional-services firm dedicated to assisting clients in maximizing their opportunities for sustainable and strategic growth. Our firm has earned the distinction of being one of New England’s top 20 accounting firms. Relationships are the foundation of everything we do at GFC. We cultivate a culture of respect, teamwork and collaboration among and between employees; celebrate each other’s successes; and genuinely care about one another. One might say the work we do at GFC is a team sport. Our firm employs exceptionally smart, talented and driven individuals who are passionate about the work they do. We, in turn, take pride in helping employees attain their career goals through ongoing learning opportunities and other measures.
#13 Junapr
Headquarters: Charlotte
Web: www.junapr.com
Industry: Advertising/Marketing/PR
VT Employees: 15
US Employees: 15
Junapr helps businesses and nonprofit organizations tell their stories, build brand (or issue) awareness and communicate with their key stakeholders. Our team is composed of 15 women, affectionately referred to as the “badass lady gang” by their clients and others within the state. The culture at Junapr was built deliberately, developing our team skillsets and working with each other. As a company, we lead with humanity; this approach has not only won us business but has also ensured that our culture thrives. Junapr offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, but what makes employees stay is an environment built on camaraderie and interesting work. From mentorship to team retreats, every team member is engaged with one another and is invested in each other’s success.
#14 ReArch Company
Headquarters: South Burlington
Web: www.rearchcompany.com
Industry: Construction
VT Employees: 64
US Employees: 64
ReArch is a fully integrated company offering construction, development and property-management services. Our mission is to improve lives through the built environment; we do this by being heavily involved in the pre-construction process on all projects and working closely with clients to create the most sustainable and energy-efficient buildings possible. ReArch believes our people are our biggest asset; we aim to create a fun, safe and healthy work environment for all employees; offer excellent compensation; and provide flexibility for families.
#15 Champlain Community Services
Headquarters: Colchester
Web: ccs-vt.org
Industry: Nonprofit
VT Employees: 61
US Employees: 61
Champlain Community Services is a human-service agency providing lifelong, individualized services to Vermonters with intellectual disabilities and autism. Our mission statement — “Building a community where everyone participates and belongs” — is at the heart of everything we do. Our work culture is compassionate, caring, humorous and supportive. Staff know they are part of the success of the agency and, better yet, feel driven to help the organization succeed. We value each staff member’s unique perspective because it adds value to the organization. CCS is attentive to work-life balance, offers flexible schedules, a variety of accommodations and resources as needed.
#16 Green Mountain Surgery Center
Headquarters: Colchester
Web: greenmountainsurgery.com
Industry: Health Care Provider/
Social Care
VT Employees: 33
US Employees: 33
Green Mountain Surgery Center is the first multispecialty ambulatory surgery center in Vermont. We foster and support an environment conducive to providing high-quality, cost-effective health care and work to ensure our employees demonstrate ethical behavior and practices at all times. These ideals are reflected in our company values of “positivity, professionalism and partnership.” We recognize that employees spend a significant amount of their time at work, so we’ve devised a culture and policies that are conducive to creating and fostering a positive work environment. We truly believe in the concept of work-life balance and treating our employees as family.
#17 New England Excess Exchange
Headquarters: Barre
Web: www.neee.com
Industry: Insurance (non-health care)
VT Employees: 45
US Employees: 45
New England Excess Exchange is a premier independent wholesale insurance broker and managing general agency serving independent agents throughout the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions. NEEE supports a workplace culture of open communication, collaboration and fun. Employees are encouraged to share new ideas, help solve problems and assist in strengthening our mission. We offer nonprofit community-service activities and monthly employee appreciation events. Activities such as these, combined with a competitive benefits package, flexible work schedules and hybrid and remote work options, make New England Excess Exchange an ideal place to work.
#18 PedsOne
Headquarters: Winooski
Web: pedsone.com
Industry: Business Services
VT Employees: 44
US Employees: 54
PedsOne is a specialized medical billing and consulting company that provides revenue-cycle management, oversight and advisory services to medical practices in every area of the US. Our employees are provided with training, development, health care, generous time off and incentives to pursue activities and service opportunities outside of work. We celebrate wins, big and small, and highlight accomplishments in the moment and at every meeting. PedsOne employees are given the autonomy and authority to do the work that needs to be done. Policies and benefits are reviewed regularly to ensure they are meeting the needs of employees.
#19 United Way of Northwest Vermont
Headquarters: South Burlington
Web: unitedwaynwvt.org
Industry: Nonprofit
VT Employees: 31
US Employees: 31
United Way of Northwest Vermont is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of people living in Chittenden, Franklin and Grand Isle counties. We do this by mobilizing advocates, organizations and institutions to address the most pressing issues facing our communities. Our organization believes in supporting the people who do the work as much as we support the work itself. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package featuring health, dental and vision insurance, United Way offers its employees a flexible work-from-home environment; up-to-date technology; six weeks of combined time off; and paid volunteer days, parental leave and flex holidays. We are committed to an inclusive culture that celebrates the diverse voices of our employees, volunteers, donors, community partners and the individuals and families we serve.
#20 Fuse
Headquarters: Burlington
Web: www.fusemarketing.com
Industry: Advertising/PR/Marketing
VT Employees: 37
US Employees: 37
Fuse is an independent full-service marketing agency that creates authentic brand engagement geared to the teen and young-adult audience. We develop unique marketing programs for our clients that are completely customized to drive results. Fuse company values are focused on culture; diversity and inclusion; and environment and sustainability. Through these three key pillars, our passionate team is empowered to improve our community, environment and overall business practices. Fuse employees are provided with competitive salaries; health and dental insurance; and liberal vacation time. We celebrate our successes with the staff through a variety of initiatives, including employee appreciation week, a company ski and ride day, our community garden, paid volunteer hours, flexible work schedules, an indoor recreation space, outdoor fitness equipment, birthdays off and much more.
#21 Hickok & Boardman Insurance Group
Headquarters: Burlington
Web: www.hbinsurance.com
Industry: Insurance (non-health care)
VT Employees: 84
US Employees: 84
Since 1821, Hickok & Boardman Insurance Group has been dedicated to fulfilling our mission, living our values and protecting our clients each and every day. Locally operated, we have developed and nurtured long-standing relationships in our communities for the past 200 years. We take an innovative and customer service-oriented approach to helping our clients, centered on tailoring insurance packages and key value-added services to your business needs. H&B is a collaborative, inclusive, respectful and appreciative environment. We offer our employees competitive salaries and a full benefits package, including life, medical, dental and vision insurance; a match retirement plan; and an annual bonus plan. We also provide generous vacation, personal and holiday paid time off as well as additional compensation for career development and enrichment.
#22 Age Well
Headquarters: Colchester
Web: agewellvt.org
Industry: Nonprofit/Health and Human Services
VT Employees: 76
US Employees: 76
Age Well is a nonprofit organization composed of leading experts and advocates for the aging population of northwestern Vermont. Since 1974, we have been part of Vermont’s Area Agencies on Aging, coordinating services and care for Addison, Chittenden, Franklin and Grand Isle counties. Age Well’s mission emphasizes diversity, inclusion and equity as critical components to ensure the well-being of our staff, clients, volunteers and those we serve. The challenging work we do has purpose and meaning, which engenders strong bonds between employees and the agency. Age Well values and is committed to employee health, wellness and work-life balance. We offer competitive pay and extensive benefits, including generous paid time off; affordable and comprehensive health, dental and vision insurances; gym membership discounts; and much more.
#23 Keene Perspectives
Headquarters: White River Junction
Web: www.keeneperspectives.com
Industry: Health Care Provider/Social Care
VT Employees: 18
US Employees: 18
Keene Perspectives specializes in socially significant behavior change for children with autism and other neurodiverse profiles that results in meaningful participation with their siblings, peers, family and as community members. Keene places a strong focus on values and ensures that those values guide decision-making at all levels of the organization. We are committed to fostering and developing a culture that provides every team member the opportunity for professional growth, fulfilling work and meaningful experiences together. We are always looking for more ways to change lives and make a difference!
#24 Northern Digital
Headquarters: Shelburne
Web: www.ndigital.com
Industry: Technology
VT Employees: 39
US Employees: 43
Northern Digital is a design and manufacturing company of 3D positioning systems used in medical applications. We thrive on finding inventive and unique ways to solve our customers’ most ambitious tracking applications in medical device, simulation and medical research. NDI focuses on creating and maintaining a supportive and fun work environment. We innovate at a fast pace. And we help each employee map their career path, providing the resources and mentoring needed to pursue their professional goals. In addition, NDI offers ongoing learning opportunities and holds regular social and team-building events throughout the year.
#25 The Royal Group
Headquarters: Rutland
Web: www.RoyalVT.com
Industry: Construction
VT Employees: 38
US Employees: 38
The Royal Group is a third-generation, family-owned home and business security company in Rutland. Our services include glass and doors, locks, fire alarm systems, home and business security, and much more. The Royal Group is proud that every member of our company shares a commitment to maintaining a stable and respectful work environment; practicing sound business ethics; and achieving total customer satisfaction. In return, we commit to supporting, encouraging and appreciating every employee on staff. It is not unusual to find our owner talking on a personal level with team members at any time of day. Royal Group employees receive an excellent compensation and benefits package, including 100% company-paid health, vision and dental insurance.
#26 Liquid Measurement Systems
Headquarters: Fairfax
Web: liquidmeasurement.com
Industry: Manufacturing
VT Employees: 44
US Employees: 47
Liquid Measurement Systems is a growing company with a big mission: to deliver best-in-industry fuel measurement and management solutions for aerospace and defense applications. LMS builds both organizational and
personal excellence by identifying people who have a steady, natural appetite for growth and learning; demonstrate outstanding problem-solving abilities; recognize and strive for excellence; value transparent communications; and treat others with kindness, respect and dignity. Our employee benefits package is designed to support and reward the great people of LMS and their families.
#27 Stone Environmental
Headquarters: Montpelier
Web: www.stone-env.com
Industry: Consulting
VT Employees: 51
US Employees: 51
Stone is a 100% employee-owned environmental science, engineering and consulting firm headquartered in Montpelier, with remote offices in Massachusetts, Missouri, Austria and Germany. We demonstrate our dedication to our employee-owners through policies that encourage a healthy work-life balance and opportunities for enjoyment and personal growth. Stone has an excellent compensation package that includes competitive pay; health, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement with company match; paid time off; and flexible holidays. But what really sets us apart is the interesting and meaningful work we perform and our inspiring, dedicated colleagues.
#28 Concepts NREC
Headquarters: White River Junction
Web: www.conceptsnrec.com
Industry: Engineering
VT Employees: 84
US Employees: 84
For over 60 years, Concepts NREC has been partnering with the world’s leading original equipment manufacturers to improve the performance and manufacturability of its turbomachines. We take pride in delivering excellent service backed by deep technical knowledge, experience and customer dedication. The work is diverse and naturally promotes career and knowledge growth. Concepts NREC offers a friendly atmosphere and understands the importance of work-life balance. Our benefit package is robust and affordable. Staff functions such as the summer barbecue and holiday luncheon are always well-attended and allow us time to relax and enjoy each other’s company.
#29 Green Mountain Antibodies
Headquarters: Burlington
Web: www.greenmoab.com
Industry: Life Science/Biotechnology
VT Employees: 26
U.S. Employees: 26
Green Mountain Antibodies is a recognized leader in the manufacturing of monoclonal antibodies. GMAb recognizes that our team members make our success possible. We put a large emphasis on employment engagement and always look for ways to improve. Our team meets daily for a morning meeting, which allows us to check in with each other, celebrate what we’ve done well and connect our individual work to the company strategy. We seek regular employee feedback, which has driven positive change in the organization and motivated us to add new benefits like student loan repayments.
#30 Wild Apple Graphics
Headquarters: Woodstock
Web: wildapple.com
Industry: Arts/Entertainment/Media
VT Employees: 18
US Employees: 18
Wild Apple works as an agent for artists from around the world. Our mission is to license the artists’ artwork to manufacturers of a wide variety of home products, including wall décor, dinnerware and textiles. Wild Apple has a family-first approach and encourages a healthy work-life balance. We have “open-book” financials so that employees can see how the company is performing at any time. The entire company participates in strategic planning. Our caring culture is reflected by frequent random acts of kindness, often involving chocolate. Wild Apple prides itself on running a human, “un-corporate,” fun business that shares information and involves employees in what’s going on. Employees deserve to be well-compensated and to share in the company’s success.
#31 Primmer Piper Eggleston & Cramer
Headquarters: Burlington
Web: www.Primmer.com
Industry: Legal
VT Employees: 66
US Employees: 82
Primmer Piper Eggleston & Cramer is a New England-based law firm focused on meeting the legal needs of businesses, institutions, organizations and high-net-worth individuals throughout the region and beyond. The firm’s steady growth is a testimony to the caliber of our people and the long-term relationships we have forged with our clients. We are proud of our ability to attract and retain exceptional attorneys, paralegals, other professionals and support staff. Their relationships with clients are based on outstanding work, close collaboration and value. Primmer’s staff is excellent, and that only makes the experience that much better.
#32 Trudell Consulting Engineers
Headquarters: Williston
Web: www.tcevt.com
Industry: Engineering
VT Employees: 29
US Employees: 29
Trudell Consulting Engineers is a multidisciplinary consulting firm comprising civil engineers, landscape architects, surveyors, technicians and administrators who work together to analyze property, develop plans and secure permits for site development. We invest extensively in our employees by funding education and career advancement training; supporting flexible work schedules; and granting staff autonomy, authority and agency over their projects, clients, schedules and career paths. TCE employees enjoy unlimited time off and the ability to work remotely — it doesn’t matter what time of day or where their work is completed. Our staff appreciate this mutual level of respect.
#33 Saba Marine
Headquarters: Colchester
Web: www.sabamarinevt.com
Industry: Retail Marine and Service
VT Employees: 19
US Employees: 19
Saba Marine is the authorized dealer for the sale and service of 13 different marine manufacturers of powerboats, engines and trailers. In a short period of time, we have become Vermont’s and Lake Champlain’s largest and premier powerboat dealer. Saba’s impressive growth is attributable to our incredible team members — from the top of the organization to the bottom, and across all departments. Our success has enabled us to reward employees with competitive wages and benefits. Saba employees appreciate that their direct supervisors entrust them to complete their assigned work in a professional, timely and safe manner, avoiding a need for micromanaging. They also value their ability to take unscheduled time off, when needed — something we as a family-owned business encourage.
#34 Caledonia Spirits
Headquarters: Montpelier
Web: www.barrhill.com
Industry: Manufacturing
VT Employees: 53
US Employees: 70
Caledonia Spirits is a craft spirits distillery and the maker of Barr Hill Gin, Barr Hill Vodka and Barr Hill Tomcat Gin. Our natural environment has inspired much of what we do, and we take pride in being stewards of the land, whether that be in our physical space, through charitable initiatives or in our personal lives. Caledonia Spirits’ strong-held values, employee committees, enrichment and engagement initiatives, and continuous process improvement give purpose to our work and foster a positive work environment. Integral to our approach is a “best in class” benefits strategy and an employee engagement policy that enables team members to affect meaningful change at the company. Employees also appreciate Caledonia Spirits’ many community outreach programs, such as Bee’s Knees Week and the May All Bee Fed holiday giving campaign.
MEDIUM BUSINESSES
(100-249 U.S. EMPLOYEES)
#1 NuHarbor Security
Headquarters: Colchester
Web: www.nuharborsecurity.com
Industry: Technology
VT Employees: 77
US Employees: 138
NuHarbor Security’s comprehensive suite of security services, from strategic advising to 24-hour monitoring and management, provides an organizational view of security that is focused on results and recommendations that are valuable for both business and technical leaders. We live and work by three defining values: protect our house (we take care of our employees first); help clients win (we operate with urgency to complete tasks and artifacts on time with the highest level of competence possible); and always improve (we ask our staff to be intellectually curious and keep pace with the latest technology). With these as our foundation, we have built an inclusive culture where every employee can bring their whole self to work, collaborate as a team, have fun and achieve success.
#2 New England Air Systems
Headquarters: Williston
Web: www.neair.com
Industry: Construction
VT Employees: 125
US Employees: 125
New England Air Systems provides best-in-class mechanical and plumbing solutions to customers in Vermont, New Hampshire and New York. With more than 130 employees and a broad knowledge of mechanical systems, we have the size and experience to tackle our region’s toughest projects. New England Air Systems believes that if you take care of your employees, they will take care of your business and, by extension, your clients. Toward that end, we offer comprehensive and ongoing training, ample opportunities for advancement, great benefits and a culture of open communication. We also commit to creating a safe and healthy work environment while encouraging our employees to make a genuine commitment to their own safety and that of their fellow workers.
#3 Champlain Housing Trust
Headquarters: Burlington
Web: www.getahome.org
Industry: Nonprofit
VT Employees: 128
US Employees: 128
The Champlain Housing Trust is a community land trust that supports the people of northwest Vermont and strengthens their communities through the development and stewardship of permanently affordable homes and related community assets. We offer a variety of options that meet people’s housing needs, including temporary emergency housing, affordable apartments, ownership and our signature Shared Equity Program. CHT provides a supportive, inclusive and fun work environment that provides employees with an opportunity to learn, grow and see personal success while making a real difference in the communities we serve. We work as a team toward shared goals, receive fair compensation and great benefits, and are treated as individuals. Further, we connect over our work and make personal connections through trust-sponsored clubs and gatherings.
#4 OnLogic
Headquarters: South Burlington
Web: www.onlogic.com
Industry: Technology
VT Employees: 160
US Employees: 206
OnLogic is made up of an ambitious, passionate team that designs, builds and sells next-generation industrial computers that thrive in environments where other computer hardware would fail. Our systems working diligently, 24/7, to control everything from solar arrays and wind farms to sawmills and steel smelteries. OnLogic is a fiercely independent organization, with a commitment to doing things the right way. We have grown and evolved a great deal in our 19 years in business, thanks to our highly intelligent, hardworking and passionate global team. We strive to be fair in the decisions we make and the way we treat one another, and we encourage every team member to provide input and feedback to any other member of the organization, including the president.
#5 Chroma Technology
Headquarters: Bellows Falls
Web: www.chroma.com
Industry: Manufacturing
VT Employees: 171
US Employees: 188
Chroma Technology designs and manufactures precision optical filters for the scientific, biomedical, photonics, imaging and detection industries. As an award-winning, employee-owned and certified B corporation, we seek to change our part of the world by example. Chroma believes that workers can be owners without having to be entrepreneurs; that the gap in pay between the highest- and lowest-paid employee needn’t be a chasm; that the high cost of health care shouldn’t deter companies from providing health benefits to their employees; and that workers needn’t be anxious about how to afford retirement. Employees are drawn to Chroma by our support of the science community in its efforts to save and improve lives; our egalitarian culture of transparency, equity and fairness; and our total rewards program.
#6 Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity
Headquarters: Burlington
Web: www.cvoeo.org
Industry: Nonprofit
VT Employees: 206
US Employees: 206
The Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity is a social services organization with nine distinct yet interconnected programs. We address fundamental issues of economic, social, racial and environmental justice and work with people to help them achieve economic independence. CVOEO uses evolving practices to inform our work, believing that learning and teaching is a reciprocal process. We are dynamic and adapt quickly, and we find creative solutions in partnership with the people we serve. CVOEO embraces the diversity of our community and staff and strives for equitable and inclusive access to services, resources and support. We are dedicated to a compassionate and person-centered approach, empowering people to achieve their full potential. And we are part of the communities in which we work and live.
#7 DEW Construction
Headquarters: Williston
Web: www.dewconstruction.com
Industry: Construction
VT Employees: 72
US Employees: 116
DEW provides comprehensive construction management, design/build and general contracting services throughout northern New England. Our team provides precise planning, expert project management and superior workmanship to deliver the ultimate building experience to our clients. DEW’s culture is one in which employees can exercise autonomy and have a sense of purpose. We are a team of people working together toward a shared goal — trusting in one another, collaborating, communicating and leveraging each other’s strengths and abilities. We are adaptable to rethinking strategies, processes and approaches if in the best interest of our clients and the company; every employee is part of this process and part of our success. DEW pays living wages, offers competitive benefits and provides working environments that are forward-thinking, innovative, fun, comfortable, safe and flexible.
#8 New Breed Revenue
Headquarters: Burlington
Web: www.newbreedrevenue.com
Industry: Technology
VT Employees: 106
US Employees: 106
New Breed is the premier revenue-performance management partner for the world’s fastest-growing companies. By combining unmatched HubSpot expertise with elite agency services, we help scaling companies generate demand and accelerate revenue growth. New Breed’s company values — developed and lived out at every level of the organization — inform our team’s collective decision-making, from recruiting and onboarding to service delivery. We foster a workplace where people can find connection, community and lasting relationships, no matter their role or tenure. As our team innovates for customers and accomplishes organizational goals side by side, we’re brought together with a deep sense of purpose, determination and joy. New Breed encourages team members to take on new challenges and acquire new skills that help turn their career goals into reality.
#9 The Richards Group
Headquarters: Brattleboro
Web: www.therichardsgrp.com
Industry: Insurance (non-health care)
VT Employees: 153
US Employees: 153
The Richards Group provides insurance, employee-benefit and retirement-plan solutions to clients throughout Vermont and New Hampshire. We are dedicated to being family-friendly and supporting a healthy work-life balance for our staff. We continuously build upon our already high-functioning working foundation by developing new strategies that best support our staff. Employees say they are drawn to TRG because we give back generously to our communities, provide learning opportunities that extend beyond a job description and provide a high-tech, high-touch work environment.
#10 NorthCountry Federal Credit Union
Headquarters: Burlington
Web: northcountry.org
Industry: Banking
VT Employees: 191
US Employees: 191
NorthCountry Federal Credit Union is a not-for-profit financial cooperative providing banking services to individuals and businesses. Our core values of confidence, caring and creativity underlie every transaction, interaction and decision at NCFCU. This results in a positive and supportive culture, with visible results that extend from a generous benefit package to flexible hours and regular opportunities for promotion. NorthCountry earmarks funds each year to give back to the communities where we work and live and provides employees with paid time to volunteer.
#11 Grace Cottage Family Health & Hospital
Headquarters: Townshend
Web: gracecottage.org
Industry: Health Care Provider/Social Care
VT Employees: 182
US Employees: 182
Grace Cottage Family Health & Hospital is a federally designated critical access hospital with a 24/7/365 emergency department and a 19-bed inpatient unit. We respect and appreciate our employees’ unique talents, backgrounds, perspectives and the value they bring to work every day. We offer an impressive benefits package, which includes an earned time off bank; loan and tuition reimbursement; free dental insurance; 401(k) match; competitive and fair pay; opportunities for professional and personal development; year-round engagement activities; and wellness challenges.
#12 New Chapter
Headquarters: Brattleboro
Web: www.newchapter.com
Industry: Nutritional Supplements
VT Employees: 182
US Employees: 182
New Chapter is a Vermont-based vitamin and supplement company with a deeply held mission to revolutionize natural wellness. Since 1982, we’ve been raising the bar to make supplements that your body can really, truly absorb. We foster and encourage collaboration, diversity and, most importantly, cultivating a positive workplace environment. As a team, we love accomplishing great things — and do so by having fun along the way! New Chapter believes that the holistic health of every employee is essential to our culture — and our benefits reflect that. We offer medical, dental and vision insurance; 100% tuition reimbursement for eligible employees; 401(k) plan with employer match; product discounts; hybrid and remote work options; and health and well-being programs, to name just a few.
LARGE BUSINESSES
(250+ U.S. EMPLOYEES)
#1 Stantec Consulting Services
Headquarters: South Burlington
Web: www.stantec.com
Industry: Engineering
VT Employees: 50
US Employees: 10,358
The Stantec community collaborates across disciplines and industries to make buildings, infrastructure, and energy and resource projects happen. We provide professional-consulting services in planning, engineering, architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, surveying, environmental sciences, project management and project economics. Stantec’s office environment is friendly, inviting, fun, engaging and productive. We support employee work-life balance through flexible schedules and work arrangements. Stantec’s benefit package includes health, dental and life insurance; 401(k) plans; stock match; and more. Our Vermont office also offers gym membership reimbursement; in-office snack bar and beverages; and health and wellness programs.
#2 Vermont Mutual Insurance Group
Headquarters: Montpelier
Web: www.vermontmutual.com
Industry: Insurance (non-health care)
VT Employees: 310
US Employees: 310
Chartered in 1828, Vermont Mutual Insurance Group is one of the 10 oldest mutual property/casualty insurers in the United States. We appreciate the unique talents every employee brings. Here, you’ll find an energetic, respectful and cooperative working environment where careers flourish. Our team is dedicated and hard-working, enjoying both the challenges and the rewards that come from working at a respected and established insurance company. Vermont Mutual is committed to an inclusive workplace that provides flexibility in balancing the demands of operating our business with the personal needs of our employees. We are committed to employees' professional growth, supporting our leaders and providing a competitive benefits package.
#3 Mascoma Bank
Headquarters: White River Junction
Web: www.mascomabank.com
Industry: Banking
VT Employees: 209
US Employees: 409
Mascoma Bank is a B-certified, mutually owned organization founded in 1899. Inclusion, kindness, respect and well-being are major aspects of our work — and we hire people who share these values. We donate 10% of profits to area nonprofit organizations. We foster a love of the arts, recreation and Mother Nature. And we extend a hand to the neediest in our communities, helping people with everything from health care to housing and addiction. Mascoma embraces work-life balance and encourages team members to take advantage of those days to replenish themselves. Other employee benefits include 11 holidays off, a generous earned time policy and numerous professional-development opportunities, to name just a few.
#4 Edward Jones
Headquarters: St. Louis, MO
Web: www.edwardjones.com
Industry: Finance
VT Employees: 109
US Employees: 47,056
Edward Jones is a leading financial services firm in the US and through its affiliate in Canada. The firm’s nearly 19,000 financial advisers work directly with more than 8 million clients to understand what is important to them and create personalized investment strategies to help them meet their goals. As a firm owned by associates, we are all in this together. All associates — branch office administrators, financial advisers and home-office associates — eventually are eligible to become limited partners and share in firm revenue. Nearly 50% are limited partners. Edward Jones also devotes 55% of operating income annually to profit sharing for associates employed six months or more who work at least 20 hours weekly.
#5 NBT Bank
Headquarters: Norwich, NY
Web: www.nbtbank.com
Industry: Banking
VT Employees: 35
US Employees: 1,906
NBT offers personal banking, business banking and wealth management services from locations in seven states, including Vermont. As a growing financial company with a network of nearly 140 locations, we are committed to putting customers first and serving our local communities. We recognize that our tradition of providing exceptional service for our customers contributes to our continued growth and steady financial performance. NBT provides an inclusive culture where differences are respected and valued. In addition to traditional workplace programs for professional growth, development and networking throughout the organization, we also create ongoing opportunities for our teams to connect on a personal level.
#6 Health Care & Rehabilitation Services
Headquarters: Burlington
Web: northcountry.org
Industry: Banking
VT Employees: 191
US Employees: 191
Health Care & Rehabilitation Services is a Vermont nonprofit serving people across Windsor and Windham counties who are living with the challenges of mental health or substance use issues as well as those with a developmental disability. We serve 4,000 individuals annually, with a focus on those who do not have private health insurance. HCRS’ culture is one of open communication, compassion, caring and an emphasis on teamwork, with an across-the-board passion for helping clients. Since 2014, when George Karabakakis became CEO, our internal communications and transparency have expanded exponentially, and our employee benefits have multiplied. Health Care & Rehabilitation Services is a best place to work because of the staff who work here. You will not find a more compassionate or caring group of employees anywhere.
#7 Vermont Information Processing
Headquarters: Colchester
Web: public.vtinfo.com
Industry: Technology
VT Employees: 522
US Employees: 613
Vermont Information Processing is the leading provider of software solutions for the beverage industry. While we don’t make beer, wine or soda, we craft the technology that assists in its journey from the supplier to your glass. VIP recognizes and invests in our employees as our most valuable asset. We believe in the importance of a happy and healthy work-life balance and provide many benefits and opportunities that support this, including on-site child care, an on-site health clinic, on-site fitness centers and an on-site café. Hybrid and flexible schedules allow employees to accommodate their personal commitments and work preferences. Beyond the daily perks that make life more enjoyable, VIP takes care of our employees for the long haul through an extremely generous benefit package and retirement contribution.
#8 Northwestern Counseling & Support Services
Headquarters: St Albans
Web: www.ncssinc.org
Industry: Nonprofit
VT Employees: 483
US Employees: 483
Northwestern Counseling & Support Services is a private, nonprofit human-services agency that ensures that the residents of Franklin and Grand Isle counties have access to high-quality services that promote healthy living and emotional well-being. The people we are responsible for supporting have achieved excellent outcomes and report high satisfaction. Our employees enjoy working for a company where they can contribute to a mission and know that decisions are grounded in such core values as safety, compassion, responsiveness and integrity. We use these values, along with our belief in a balanced family, work and life approach, as a foundation to our culture. We have high expectations, which nurture growth and development. Our staff want to stay where they feel appreciated and can discover their passions.
#9 King Arthur Baking Company
Headquarters: White River Junction
Web: kingarthurbaking.com
Industry: Manufacturing
VT Employees: 322
US Employees: 350
King Arthur Baking brings to life every day the joy of baking, building stronger and healthier communities in everything we do. As a benefit corporation, we are equally committed to enhancing people, sustaining our planet and creating profit that we use to continually reinforce our mission. As an employee-owned company, we feel deeply responsible and empowered to build success in these three foundational commitments.
#10 Parker Hannifin
Headquarters: Williston
Web: www.microstrain.com
Industry: Manufacturing
VT Employees: 44
US Employees: 8,000
Parker is an organization of about 50 people with a goal of creating sensing and sensing solutions for major companies throughout the world. Our employees are what makes our company successful. We offer competitive salaries and quarterly bonuses. We have free coffee every day and bagels on Fridays. And our diverse team has fitness challenges in our gym and participates in many local charitable organizations (while paid to do so!).
#11 Comcast — Western New England Region
Headquarters: Berlin, CT
Web: corporate.comcast.com
Industry: Telecommunications
VT Employees: 118
US Employees: 264,000
Comcast Corporation is a global media and technology company with two primary businesses, Comcast Cable and NBCUniversal. Our employees work alongside best-in-class innovators in a fast-paced and rewarding environment. In addition to a rich benefits program, each employee receives a significant total rewards package. The company takes a keen interest in the development of its employees and provides life-long learning opportunities at every level and function of the business.