Amgen, Blue & Co., and Delta Dental of Kentucky were ranked as the 2024 Best Places to Work in Kentucky for him Kentucky Chamber of Commerce and the Kentucky Society for Human Resources Management (KYSHRM).
At the 20th Annual Kentucky Best Workplaces Awards Ceremony, presented by CHI San José HealthMore than 1,000 attendees celebrated Kentucky’s 100 companies recognized for their dedication to improving work environments.
The companies on the 2024 list were announced in March and the rankings were revealed at the awards ceremony. The 100 winning companies participated in an exhaustive survey and were ranked accordingly. The list includes three categories: small (15 to 149 employees), medium (150 to 499 employees), and large (500+ employees), based on U.S. employees, and only Kentucky employees were surveyed.
amgen: At Amgen, employees understand their crucial role in the mission of caring for every patient, every time. The Louisville Distribution Center team is motivated to ensure the fast, reliable and safe supply of medications to hospitals, clinics and medical facilities. Amgen attracts diverse and capable people and fosters an environment of inclusion, respect and responsibility. Teamwork, collaboration and fun are key elements, and colleagues value their coworkers’ identities and find new ways to contribute to Amgen’s mission. The Louisville site supports several local organizations and provides employee recognition, engagement and benefits that prioritize safety, quality and compliance. Amgen took the top spot and made the list for the fourth year in a row.
Blue and Co., : Blue’s continued growth is driven by the skills and talents of its employees. Blue offers award-winning training and encourages continued personal and professional development. Employee feedback is carefully considered and acted upon. Blue fosters a culture of care through active community involvement in each office. The Azul Foundation supports numerous community causes. Efforts are made to create connections through social and business interactions, with opportunities to show gratitude personally and publicly. Long-term success is supported through events such as chili cook-offs, cornhole tournaments, and local service projects. Blue and Co., has been on the list of Best Places to Work in Kentucky for 13 consecutive years and was previously ranked sixth in the medium category.
Delta Dental of Kentucky: A nonprofit insurance benefits company headquartered in Louisville, KY, with satellite locations in Bowling Green and Covington, it is the largest dental benefit plan administrator in Kentucky. They provide vision, life and disability benefits to corporations and individuals, serving nearly 790,000 smiles across the Commonwealth. DDKY believes everyone deserves a happy, healthy smile and supports this mission through charitable and philanthropic programs. The Delta Dental of Kentucky Foundation donates more than $1.5 million annually to organizations that provide dental care and community support to underserved populations. With 84 employees and exceptional tenure and satisfaction, feedback shows that employees feel valued, celebrated, respected and part of the Delta Dental family. Delta Dental of Kentucky, previously ranked third in the small category, has been on the list for nine years.
Now in its 20th year, the Best Places to Work in Kentucky program has recognized a total of 359 unique Kentucky businesses, with 248 of them listed more than once. Special recognition to Dean Dorton for making the list each of the 20 years.
“In Kentucky, human resources professionals are at the forefront of guiding the workforce through the dynamic landscape of modern work. These leaders have tackled complex post-pandemic business hurdles, from crafting ethical policies for teleworking and the use of artificial intelligence to opening spaces for employees to discuss and prioritize mental health. HR professionals persistently devise tactics to attract, recruit and retain top talent. By serving as invaluable strategic allies to CEOs, human resources professionals drive Kentucky employers forward with an adaptive advantage,” said KYSHRM President Patricia Williams, SHRM-SCP.
According to Kentucky Chamber President and CEO Ashli Watts, “to help Kentucky’s economy thrive, we must be able to educate and employ today’s Kentuckians, while creating workplaces that attract out-of-state talent. The Best Places program does just that.”
For more details on the best places to work in Kentucky, visit bestplacestoworkkentucky.com.
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