Contributed by: Center for Financial Planning, Inc.®
We are happy to announce The Center has been awarded Crain’s 2021 Cool Places to Work* in Michigan for the fifth consecutive year! Crain’s Cool Places to Work was designed to identify, recognize and honor the best places of employment in Michigan. The 2021 Cool Places to Work in Michigan list is made up of 100 companies in three size categories: small (15-49 employees), medium (50-249), and large (250+). Companies underwent a two-part assessment. First, nominees were evaluated on their policies, practices, and demographics. Then, employees were asked to submit surveys. The combined scores determined the final rankings.
THE CENTER WAY
The Center team has spoken, and it is evident we are all proud of benefits like professional development, education reimbursement, workplace committees, and social events. Our fun culture is developed over ping-pong tournaments, chili cook-offs, and volunteer work.
After months of working remotely, The Center team gathers for a pandemic-safe, outdoor social event.
TEAMWORK…During a Pandemic
“We are especially proud of how we’re managing the curveball 2020 threw us. When COVID-19 hit, we transitioned to working remotely and formed a response committee tasked with making the office a safe place to return to,” said Lauren Adams, CFA, CFP®.
Managing office culture remotely comes with its challenges, but none were significant enough to break the incredible community our office has developed. We’ve started a book club to keep engaged and even brought in a little competition with our bracket-style stock education game, Market Madness, and health and wellness contests throughout the pandemic. The health and wellness contests helped keep the COVID 15lbs at bay.
Planners, Josh Bitel and Kali Hassinger, enjoy food truck treats.
Ultimately, The Center is a cool place to work because each team member contributes to a caring and positive workplace.
*This ranking is not based in anyway on the individual's abilities in regards to providing investment advice or management. This ranking is not indicative of advisor’s future performance, is not an endorsement, and may not be representative of individual clients' experience. Raymond James is not affiliated with (referenced organization/entity).