AUGUSTA, Maine–Eleven credit unions and one CU association here were represented among the 75 organizations named among the 2018 Best Places to Work in Maine awards ceremony. Among those organizations: Maine Credit Union League/Synergent. These 12 organizations represent 16% of the total number of award recipients (21% of small and medium-sized companies), making credit unions the most highly represented industry sector, the Maine league said.
“I am so proud of this shared achievement for so many of Maine’s credit unions,” stated Todd Mason, president of the Maine Credit Union League, which, along with its subsidiary, Synergent. “Credit unions provide unparalleled value and service to their members. Our industry shares a culture that is built around the philosophy of People Helping People and this honor further reflects that through the positive experience of employees. Credit unions are a great place to be a member and a great place to work."
The final rankings for Maine credit unions were as follows:
Small Employer Category (15-49 employees):
- Sabattus Regional Credit Union - #4
- TruChoice FCU- #5
Medium Employer Category (50-249 employees):
- Maine State Credit Union - #2
- Down East Credit Union - #3
- cPort Credit Union - #8
- PeoplesChoice Credit Union - #11
- Evergreen Credit Union - #18
- Infinity Federal Credit Union - #20
- Town & Country Federal Credit Union - #22
- University Credit Union - #24
- Maine Credit Union League and Synergent - #28
- Midcoast Federal Credit Union - #36
This statewide survey and awards program was designed to identify, recognize, and honor the best places of employment in Maine, benefiting the state’s economy, its workforce, and businesses. The 2018 Best Places to Work in Maine list is made up of 75 companies in three size categories: small (15-49 U.S. employees), medium (50-249 U.S. employees), and large (250+ U.S. employees).