BEST COMPANIES TO WORK FOR.

• Author: Bicknell, Lindsay

From micro companies with only 25 employees to massive companies with over 2,500, more than 100 of Utah's finest businesses applied to be named the best place to work in Utah. But after hearing from their employees, our third-party evaluation process turned up some clear winners. Here's where you should be sending your next cover letter.

MICRO COMPANIES

97TH FLOOR Marketing & Advertising | Lehi, UT | 47 Utah Employees

Perks: 401k match, free library and book club, results-only working environment (ROWE), shared corporate ski passes, shared Top Golf passes, onsite gym and showers, parental leave, unlimited vacation, and UTA passes.

What employees are saying: "Almost all of our top employees and senior team were promoted from within. We have women in prominent positions. Our growth team is entirely made up of women and our sales team is run by a woman. I love that."

FINCH Marketing & Advertising I Salt Lake City, UT | 25 Utah Employees

Perks: Flexible work schedule, espresso machine, unlimited PTO, tuition reimbursement, competitive compensation, company summits, and a dog-friendly office.

What employees are saying: "The best office culture I have ever been a part of. Excited every day to come to work, give 110 percent, and take every opportunity to learn more. The office environment makes me want to work hard. I want to do my best because I know colleagues and management will notice, thank, and provide growth opportunities and my work won't be unnoticed."

GRANT VICTOR Financial Services | Kaysville, UT | 139 Utah Employees

Perks: Thank God It's Free Friday Lunch, paid gym membership, tuition and certification reimbursement, retirement contribution, semi-annual company events, standing desks, and humanitarian trips.

What employees are saying: "Grant Victor has a great culture and I like how community service is encouraged. Several employees have served the community locally, in Puerto Rico, and in Kenya. We are all given opportunities and are encouraged to serve."

IDENT SOLUTIONS Computer Software | Farmington, UT | 30 Utah Employees

Perks: Unlimited PTO, use of company vacation condos in St. George and Bear Lake, Costco memberships, fully covered healthcare premiums, maximum company contribution to HSA, 401k match, Lagoon day, and movie nights.

What employees are saying: "The culture is my favorite part of working here. I feel free to offer up my ideas and opinions, and that others listen. When we are looking for a solution to a problem, the only thing that matters to anyone is the truth and that we uncover it. Nobody is worried about credit or protecting their own ideas. Usually, the solution ends up being a mix of contributions from the entire group."

LOVE COMMUNICATIONS Marketing & Advertising | Salt Lake City, UT | 37 Utah Employees

Perks: Profit sharing, annual bonuses, HSA contributions, flexible work schedules, semi-annual bonuses, profit sharing, and complimentary snacks.

What employees are saying: "Love Communications is built on a foundation of ingenuity and creativity. It is a place that encourages left-brain thinkers to break creative barriers. Love Communications provides a family style work environment where all involved immediately feel love and support. No matter your ideas, no matter your background, no matter-your personal beliefs, you will be accepted and given the opportunity to thrive at Love Communications. We are one of a kind."

PRINCEPERELSON & ASSOCIATES Staffing & Recruiting | Salt Lake City, UT | 32 Utah Employees

Perks: In-office pilates, fully stocked break rooms, paid parking, flexible work hours, monthly company outings, HSA, and company trips.

What employees are saying: "I love the culture and environment. PrincePerelson & Associates is a wonderful company to work for that really appreciates what we all do as individuals. Also, working with this team so far has been a complete joy! They do a lot of company activities and it's so wonderful to be able to hang out with people that you work with!"

TESANI COMPANIES Information Technology and Services | Provo, UT | 36 Utah Employees

Perks: Free daily lunches, in-house chef, annual trips to Lake Powell, maverick speaker series, free audio books, competitive bonuses, company swag, unlimited PTO, and company laptops.

What employees are saying: "Not only are Tesani Companies focused on recruiting top talent, they are also focused on developing top talent. I've never seen or heard of a company investing so much in their employees. They've figured out that happy employees and happy teams are the most productive. When your company takes care of you so well, you can't help but want to do everything you can to contribute to your company's success. There is a huge focus on mentorship and collaboration. I've learned more being here than I have anywhere else. Being here is the best professional decision I've made."

YOUR EMPLOYMENT SOLUTIONS Staffing & Recruiting | Logan, UT; North Salt Lake, UT; Ugden, UT; Salt Lake City, UT; West Valley City UT | 38 Utah Employees

Perks: Fully covered covered health insurance, flexible work schedules, PTO, company parties, company swag, personalized Christmas gifts, and profit sharing opportunities.

What employees are saying: "I believe and trust in our ownership to lead us in the right direction. We are always trying and figuring out new ways to cultivate and be ahead of the curve. If it weren't for the growth I've seen in myself and in this company the past five years, I would not be here."

SMALL COMPANIES

APEX FAMILY DENTAL Healthcare | Clearfield, UT; Draper, UT; Murray, UT; Riverton, UT; Sandy, UT; Stansbury Park, UT | 90 Utah Employees

Perks: Free gym membership, fully covered family dental insurance, fully covered family benefits, bonus rewards, Audible accounts, performance-based bonuses, flexible work schedules, and educational training.

What employees are saying: "This company has been one of the best I have worked for in many years. I am not young any longer and this job provides me with the work-home balance I need. They offer flexible hours and are a great team of people. I love each person who works here, especially the upper management team. They help when needed and they are always approachable for anything we ever need. Apex is a great company for me and my family."

BIG LEAP Marketing & Advertising | Lehi, UT; Salt Lake City, UT | 55 Utah Employees

Perks: Half day Fridays, 401k match, cell phone reimbursement, free haircuts and dry cleaning, unlimited PTO, team activities, extended parental leave, flexible work schedules, and remote work opportunities.

What employees are saying: "I really like the new growth plan that the company is rolling out. It is very transparent and shows you how to progress within the company, what your next goal is, and what your compensation plan is. We are encouraged to clock two hours of education time each week and are consistently sent to different digital marketing conferences so we stay up to date within our industry."

DIVERSIFIED INSURANCE GROUP Insurance | Orem, UT; Salt Lake City, UT | 53 Utah Employees

Perks: Unlimited PTO, weekly guided meditation, extended holidays, 401k match, wellness program, HSA contribution, profit sharing, birthday lunches, and free massages.

What employees are saying: "Management is always encouraging and appreciative of the work we put in. They always take time to say thank you and acknowledge employee efforts on both a personal level and company wide. We love the shout outs we get highlighting all the good things that happened each week. Everyone shares in our success!"

GPS CAPITAL MARKETS Financial Services | South Jordan, UT | 63 Utah Employees

Perks: 401k match, cell phone reimbursement, gym membership, competitive health plans, family activities, internship program, Pizza Wednesdays, and mountain biking outings.

What employees are saying: "AI and Ryan, the original founders, are all about giving every employee an opportunity to grow. Every department works together to determine how to best move the company forward, and everyone is willing to help one another. All executives put a lot of trust in their employees and give them as many leadership opportunities as possible."

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