Headquarters: Charlotte, N.C.
AUM: $12 billion as of June 30
U.S. employees: 71
Years Won: 2023-2024
In their own words:
“GEM’s employees describe the firm’s culture as one that values collaboration, encourages continuous learning and fosters authentic relationship-building at every level of the organization. As a testament to the strength of the firm’s culture, several employees have been with the firm since its inception in 2007 or have spent their entire careers at GEM since graduating from college. GEM demands excellence from every team member but rewards that dedication with regular social, team-building and volunteer opportunities throughout the year.”
Three cool things:
- Offers paid parental leave, including 16 weeks for the primary caregiver and six weeks for the secondary caregiver. Wellness benefits provided include a reimbursement program that gives up to $175 monthly, on-site opt-in vaccinations, and access to the personal health benefit platform Insperity.
- Promotes financial wellness through the My Secure Advantage, which provides money coaching and education resources. Topics covered by the platform’s services include retirement and estate planning, homeownership, tax preparation as well as legal advice and mediation.
- Fosters camaraderie through off-sites and social activities including bowling tournaments, miniature golf, boat days and sports outings. Hosts an annual picnic and annual holiday celebration, both at which employees may bring family.
Employees say:
- “We are an incredibly collaborative, kind and uplifting team, and we all really want each other to succeed. I believe that everyone here is passionate about their missions — I know that I am — and is grateful to help these nonprofits continue to succeed.”
- “I can confidently say that our commitment to personal growth is outstanding. We have access to continuous learning opportunities and mentorship programs that really help us advance in our careers.”
- “GEM provides a lot of flexibility to people to do their best work however it works for them. I think people appreciate the lack of bureaucracy and flexibility.”
