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EMPLOYEE FRIENDLY PRACTICES Employee Friendly Workplace Initiative will enhance work-life integration to successfully attract and retain the best employees in the Fox Cities The Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce has launched its newest talent initiative and certification program, Fox Cities Employee Friendly Workplace.
commitment to creating a positive work environment for their current and potential employees.
A collaborative effort developed with businesses and community partners, this new program is focused on encouraging the adoption of more employee friendly workplace practices and policies in the Fox Cities. These practices will help employers enhance work/life integration and successfully attract and retain the best employees in the region.
Employers who become certified can see increased
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CERTIFICATION CATEGORIES & LEVELS
The Employee Friendly Workplace certification is open to all employers with operations located in the Fox Cites (Calumet, Outagamie and the northern portion of Winnebago Counties). The comprehensive benefit criteria incorporated into the online application is intended to be attainable, as well as aspirational, for employers of any size across all industry sectors. Certification levels are determined by the organization’s ratings in four categories including: paid leave and flexible work schedules, health and wellness support, financial support, and perks. Fox Cities employers who earn an Employee Friendly Workplace certification have demonstrated a significant commitment to promoting work/life integration as well as creating a positive work environment and experience for all employees. Certification levels are platinum, gold, silver and bronze. Employers who achieve certification will hold their certification status annually. Those certified will have access to a variety of benefits including education, resources and research. Businesses will receive a media kit in order to promote their significant
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PLATINUM Platinum certified employers set the bar for an Employee Friendly Workplace in the Fox Cities. They offer highly sought-after benefits, flexible policies and an environment that supports work/ life integration and fosters an exceptional employee experience. GOLD Gold certified employers go above and beyond, offering benefits and policies that promote work/ life integration and strive to meet diverse needs of employees. SILVER Silver certified employers demonstrate a significant commitment to offering and expanding benefits and policies that support the work/life needs of employees. BRONZE Bronze certified employers are recognized for their successful pursuit and commitment to offering Employee Friendly Workplace benefits and policies.
