October 25, 2024
Healthiest Employers® was started in 2009 as a way to celebrate companies that are putting their people first by investing in the health of their employees. In partnership with Springbuk, we are pleased to announce the 2024 Healthiest Employers of Virginia.
Each company filled out our annual Healthiest Employers application. The responses are scored Rubric style 1-100 scale. The assessment is made up of six categories with yes/no, multiple choice, and short answer questions, with each question totaling .25-3 points. A Healthiest Employers Index (HEI) is assigned to each application to help rank among companies of similar sizes. For information on how the applications are scored, please visit our methodology page here.
In the years following the COVID-19 pandemic, a heavily discussed topic has been whether to return to the traditional office or stay on a hybrid/remote work model. Our Virginia applicants reported that:
- 9.1% work completely in the office or on-site
- 31.8% report that they are on a hybrid schedule with certain days/times in the office
- 54.5% only provide specific roles or teams with work-from-home opportunities
- 4.5% are considered a fully remote workforce with no required days in the office
Congratulations to all of our winners this year! Please note that employee counts are based on their national full-time employee count and company headquarters. Write-ups were only completed on the top winner in each category.
25 to 199 Employees
1st B&A
McLean
162 Employees
Since 1988, B&A has delivered innovative IT solutions focused on individuals, serving both the government and private sectors. The company supports key areas such as National Security, Judiciary, Legislature, Defense, and Decennial Operations. B&A's mission is to leverage its extensive technical expertise to provide clients with optimal IT solutions that help them achieve their objectives. The company's services encompass Human Capital Management, Modernization and transformation, Operations and enablement, Integration and analytics, Agile Delivery, and Managed Services.
In February 2023, B&A introduced the HealthJoy app to its employees, offering comprehensive healthcare guidance and support. The app includes a benefits wallet that allows users to easily access all their employee benefit cards, along with features like a healthcare concierge, virtual provider search, appointment booking, and prescription savings.
The HealthJoy app provides several key benefits. Employees can access all their benefit information in one place through the benefits wallet, which includes benefit cards, member numbers, and company contact information. The app also allows users to connect with medical providers for non-emergency issues, including 24/7 general medical consultations, nutrition advice, and dermatology services at no cost. Mental health support is available through appointments with therapists, psychologists, or psychiatrists, offered seven days a week for a $25 consultation fee. Additionally, users can manage back and joint pain through free, coach-led virtual exercise therapy sessions and enroll in free programs for managing chronic conditions such as weight management, diabetes, high blood pressure, and prediabetes. HealthJoy also offers a pelvic floor program to help with various pelvic floor disorders. For personal assistance, users can chat with Joy or a healthcare concierge.
"I am immensely proud of our B&A Cares Program, which reflects our unwavering commitment to our employees' well-being. By prioritizing our employees' mental, physical, social, financial, and professional well-being, and work-life balance, we are not only creating a healthier workforce but also fostering an environment where our team members can thrive personally and professionally. Witnessing the positive impact of our wellness initiatives on individuals and the entire organization reaffirms our dedication to creating a workplace that truly cares." –Rebecca McMinn, Vice President of People Operations
2nd Consumer Technology Association – Arlington – 151 Employees
3rd M9 Solutions LLC – Arlington – 120 Employees
200 to 999 Employees
1st Prince George County Government
Prince George
290 Employees
Prince George County operates under a traditional Board form of government with five elected Supervisors. The Board holds legislative responsibilities, including adopting ordinances and resolutions that govern the County. It also has administrative duties such as levying taxes, establishing the budget, appropriating funds, and overseeing general County operations. A County Administrator manages the County's day-to-day operations.
In 2021, Mark III, the broker for Prince George County, introduced PPCN to enhance the county's wellness program by offering onsite chronic disease management through the HealthMaprx program. This program focuses on diabetes and cardiovascular health by providing incentives, education, and accountability to employees, leading to improved health outcomes. Notable results include significant improvements in diabetes management and blood pressure control, as well as cost savings for the health plan. Additionally, a waist incentive program launched in 2020 rewards employees for maintaining or improving their waistline, with 73% of employees earning the incentive last year.
Prince George County has implemented a remote work policy allowing eligible employees to work from home up to two days per week. Additionally, the company has a flexible schedule policy in place to provide employees with a greater work-life balance.
“Supporting wellness initiatives is crucial for fostering a healthy and happy community. The County’s wellness program makes a real difference in people's lives, promoting physical, mental, and emotional well-being. We are proud of our wellness activities that impact the region.” –Jeffery Stoke, County Administrator
2nd Altamira Technologies Corporation – McLean – 587 Employees
3rd Toray Plastics (America), Inc. – North Kingstown, Rhode Island (Local Office: Front Royal) – 630 Employees
1,000 to 4,999 Employees
1st City of Alexandria
Alexandria
2,500 Employees
The City of Alexandria is an independent city in the Commonwealth of Virginia located on the Potomac River within sight of Washington, D.C. It is nationally recognized for its rich history and beautifully preserved 18th—and 19th-century architecture. With more than 2,500 employees, the City is largely populated by civil service professionals.
The City of Alexandria's unique benefit is its mental health program, developed in partnership with Spring Health. Through this program, employees, their spouses/partners, and dependents receive six free therapy sessions annually, which can be conducted in person or virtually. The program is available for children aged six and older. It allows participants to select their therapists based on race, gender, trauma topics, and location, ensuring a tailored fit for their needs. Sessions can include individual, couple, family, or relationship counseling. The program has seen significant success, with a tenfold increase in engagement compared to the previous EAP provider, reaching a 21% enrollment rate, and growing by about 1% each month. Employee testimonials highlight the program's positive impact, from saving marriages to supporting children's mental health. The program extends beyond employees to benefit their families as well.
For environmental well-being, the City of Alexandria has partnered with the Transportation and Environmental Sanitation Department to provide eco-friendly initiatives for employees. One notable offering is a transportation benefits program, which gives employees $270 per month to use for public transportation to work.
“I am proud of our wellness program because I have personally watched this program grow from one that simply focuses on physical well-being to one that encompasses all of the dimensions of well-being. During that time, the adoption of the different initiatives from our employees has been astounding. It has always been challenging to get our various workforces to participate, stay engaged, and pay attention to their health. We have grown to the point that our employees cannot wait for what the program offers next and the various challenges the program offers to earn points and money off their health insurance.” –Jina Edwards, Benefits Manager
2nd Gilbane – Providence, Rhode Island (Local Office: Arlington) – 3,100 Employees
3rd Sikich LLP – Naperville, Illinois (Local Office: Alexandria) – 1,599 Employees
4th Old Dominion University – Norfolk – 2,521 Employees
5,000+ Employees
1st Shamrock Foods Company
Phoenix, Arizona (Local Office: Verona)
5,917 Employees
Shamrock Foods Company is a family-owned and operated Forbes 100 privately held company, specializing in manufacturing and distributing food and food-related products. Its family of companies includes Shamrock Foods, the largest independent food service company in the West and one of the top five in the United States, and Shamrock Farms, one of the largest family-owned and operated dairies nationwide. Shamrock Foods Company is committed to its more than 6,000 associates, embracing a longstanding philosophy of treating associates as family.
Shamrock Foods Company is renowned for treating its associates as family, fostering a unique culture through its Total Wellbeing program. This program emphasizes holistic care, encompassing physical and mental well-being, and encourages personal responsibility for health and wellness. One standout benefit is the 2nd MD's Expert Medical Opinion, which allows associates to consult board-certified doctors for second opinions via phone or video, enhancing confidence in their treatment plans. This benefit has led to significant success, with associates saving an average of $12,000 by avoiding unnecessary surgeries. By offering accessible resources, Shamrock empowers associates and their families to proactively manage their health, reducing potential critical care needs and associated costs.
Financial well-being is bolstered by programs like company-contributed 401(k) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), profit-sharing, and insurance partner discounts. Shamrock fosters a sense of community through family fun days, associate appreciation events, and community giving initiatives. They also encourage personal and professional growth through education reimbursement, partner university discounts, and leadership programs.
“At Shamrock, we want to enable each associate with accessible, affordable tools to live a healthier lifestyle, regardless of their current level of health. We believe early detection is the best way to improve health and wellness, and we’ll continue to emphasize proactive ways to care for associates and their families including strong doctor-patient relationships, regular annual exams, and easy access to healthcare providers, all through Shamrock’s Total Wellbeing program. Each year we review trends and find new programs to help with early detection. This year we added Galleri to add another level of early cancer detection available to our associates.” –Corey Gilchrist, Vice President of Total Rewards
2nd CBIZ – Cleveland, Ohio (Local Office: Roanoke)
3rd U-Haul International – Phoenix, Arizona (Multiple Local Offices) – 6,841 Employees
4th Bon Secours Mercy Health – Cincinnati, Ohio (Local Office: 13,670 Employees)
5th Burns & McDonnell – Kansas City, Missouri (Local Offices: Richmond, Virginia Beach) – 9,946 Employees
6th Westgate Resorts – Orlando, Florida (Local Office: Williamsburg) – 8,000 Employees
7th SpartanNash – Byron Center, Michigan (Local Office: Norfolk) – 10,340 Employees
