Summit Credit Union has been named a Top Workplace in Madison, Milwaukee and the USA.
Nominated organizations were judged using company-wide surveys measuring employee engagement. Survey categories include communication and cooperation, development opportunities, leadership and more.
“As a purpose-driven organization, we hire talented people who care about each other while improving members’ lives and making our communities better,” said Summit CEO & President Kim Sponem. “Top Workplaces is a reflection of the work our team does together in making a difference in people’s lives.”
Summit Credit Union was named one of the Top Workplaces in Greater Madison for the sixth consecutive year. This marks the third year in a row in the Milwaukee area and the fifth straight year as a Top Workplace USA.
In addition to equitable pay practices, Summit is committed to fostering an inclusive environment. Summit offers a paid Diversity Day each year that allows employees to spend a day learning about race or culture, plus birthdays off.
Summit offers professional development opportunities while encouraging a healthy work/life balance. At Summit’s headquarters in Cottage Grove, the wellness program includes a 24/7 fitness center, yoga studio, meditation rooms, sand volleyball court and bikes.
Additional benefits of working at Summit Credit Union include staff tuition assistance, student loan repayment assistance and helping employees pay their children’s college tuition by offering $1,000 per semester in aid for four years. Employees also have access to free and confidential financial coaching.