(Van Nuys, CA, March 10, 2009) – Los Angeles Police Federal Credit Union (LAPFCU) has been selected as one of California’s Best Places to work, according to Employer’s Group, the preeminent human resources expert and advocate serving California employers. Within the category of medium-size companies, LAPFCU earned a second place honor out of five winners selected.
“Los Angeles Police Federal Credit Union (LAPFCU) is honored to be among California’s best places to work,” stated G. Michael Padgett, LAPFCU President and CEO. “We understand that in order to provide a rewarding experience for our members (customers), we need to create that same environment for our employees, and it’s something we strive for every day. We also understand that our employees have a choice of where they can work, and as our employees are very loyal to us, we take that commitment very seriously.
LAPFCU’s placement was based on its ranking against the scores of more than 490 companies’ responses to a survey of employers and employees in nine categories, including: work-life balance, pay, benefits, training and advancement opportunities, diversity programs, turnover, perks, employee voice and workplace culture, and community involvement. Five winners were selected from each of three company-size categories: small (50 to 99 employees), medium (100-499 employees) and large (500+ employees).
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Attn Editors: A photo can be found at: http://www.lapfcu.org/home//home/fiFiles/static/images/LAPFCU_309.jpgAbout LAPFCU
The Los Angeles Police Federal Credit Union (LAPFCU) is a member-owned cooperative established in 1936 to serve the financial needs of the sworn and civilian employees of the Los Angeles Police Department and their families. Headquartered in Van Nuys, California, with branches located throughout Los Angeles, LAPFCU has over $710 million in assets and more than 41,900 members. Membership is open exclusively to active and retired, sworn and civilian employees of the LAPD and their immediate families. For more information, visit www.lapfcu.org.
About Employers Group
Employers Group, the preeminent human resources expert and advocate serving California employers, delivers human resources solutions to its members throughout the state. Originally founded in 1896 as the Merchants & Manufacturer’s Association, the association’s influence extends beyond the boundaries of California. Employers Group provides a member helpline with day-to-day guidance about employment laws and regulations, professional development, consulting projects, and compensation and workplace trends surveys. It is the “voice” for California businesses in both the judicial system and the state Legislature, advocating for employers every step of the way. That is why thousands of employers have come to rely on Employers Group for "everything HR," freeing them to do what they do best to grow their businesses. For more information, visit www.employersgroup.com
