Headquarters: Chicago
AUM: $14 billion as of June 30
U.S. employees: 55
Years Won: 2024
Three cool things:
- Promotes wellness by distributing gift cards worth up to $200 for completing activities such as health screenings and vaccinations — in addition to covering costs for telehealth appointments. In addition to offering a hybrid work schedule and unlimited paid-time off, observes half workdays prior to company holidays and adds an extra day off when one falls on or near the weekend.
- Bolsters fun in the office through activities such as sports game-watching parties, team meals, as well as holiday and birthday celebrations with treats. Grants each team a budget to do fun activities together outside of work, for example going to a sports game or going out to dinner.
- Runs a work-study program to students at a local high school, and sources interns through a nonprofit that supports first-generation college students coming from a low-income background. Facilitates a mentorship program between junior- and senior-level employees who engage in “off-the-record” discussions on broad topics such as project advice and career development.
Employees say:
- “Everyone in the organization is aligned in rowing together toward the goal of maximizing returns for our investors. Additionally, senior management promotes, and is supportive of, meeting personal obligations and taking paid time off.”
- “Cohesive and friendly in-office culture (across the board from entry-level employees to senior leadership team), flexibility of a hybrid schedule, and a flexible vacation policy.’’
- “Work-life balance, not being micromanaged, and trust within teams."
