Fox Cities Chamber program recognizes employers who demonstrate a significant commitment to promoting work/life integration for their employees.
FOX CITIES, Wis. – (February 29, 2024) – AIA Corporation has been certified as a silver-level Employee Friendly Workplace by the Fox Cities Chamber. This certification recognizes employers who demonstrate a significant commitment to promoting work/life integration by creating a positive work environment and experience for all employees.
Silver-certified employers offer benefits and policies that promote work/life integration and strive to meet diverse needs of employees.
“AIA Corporation advocates for a collaborative and welcoming workplace, emphasizing an inclusive, supportive atmosphere where every individual’s contribution is valued,” said Nancy Schmidt, CEO, AIA Corporation. “With core values that promote integrity, kindness, collaboration, and innovation, AIA fosters an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally.”
Employee benefits at AIA include comprehensive healthcare, fitness reimbursements, generous paid time off, and continual learning opportunities, underscoring AIA’s commitment to employee well-being and professional growth. This commitment has earned AIA industry recognition as one of the “Best Places to Work” by the Advertising Specialty Institute (ASI) and as one of the “Greatest Companies to Work For” by Promotional Products Association International (PPAI).
AIA stands out in its industry as a leading community of promotional product distributors in the United States, fostering a network that spans over 200 independent distributors and 3,000 suppliers, backed by a committed team of over 60 employees. Dedicated to empowering the success of distributors, AIA offers comprehensive support ranging from back-office support to sales and marketing to administrative assistance, alongside innovative technology solutions for streamlined operations.
The mission of the Fox Cities Employee Friendly Workplace Initiative is to encourage the adoption of more employee friendly workplace practices and policies in order to enhance work/life balance and successfully attract and retain the best employees to the region.
To date the Chamber has certified 18 other companies as being employee friendly. Eric Broten, VP – Business Growth and Development at the Fox Cities Chamber, explained how the certification works: “We rate employers in four major categories: Paid Leave and Flexible Work Schedules, Health and Wellness Support, Financial Support and Perks. Employers are then given a score and if qualified, rank as Bronze, Silver, Gold or Platinum. We are thrilled to add AIA Corporation to this prestigious list as our newest Employee Friendly Workplace certified employer!”
Certification is open to all employers with operations located in the Fox Cities (Calumet, Outagamie and northern Winnebago Counties). The comprehensive benefit criteria incorporated into the application is intended to be attainable as well as aspirational for employers of any size across all industry sectors.
To learn more about the Fox Cities Employee Friendly Workplace initiative, visit Employee Friendly Workplace | Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce. View a full list of all certified companies at Certified Businesses | Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce.
