IRVINE, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Edgewood Partners Insurance Center has announced that the Orange County Business Journal has recognized EPIC as a 'Best Place to Work' in Orange County, Calif. EPIC is one of only 34 Orange County companies with 250 or more employees to receive this honor and is ranked fourth in the large company category.
"Receiving this recognition is very exciting because it highlights the passion, energy and enthusiasm of our people," said Mary Smith, director of human resources for EPIC.
Smith added, "We feel that happy, engaged team members, who are challenged by and enjoy their work, will deliver the superior level of client service excellence EPIC is committed to providing. We believe this is a significant reason for the rapid growth of our company and the loyalty of our clients. It is a primary driver of our success."
The Best Companies Group administered the confidential survey online and included questions that gauged how happy employees are with their work culture, management practices, benefits and overall compensation. This survey and awards program was designed to identify, recognize and honor the best employers in Orange County, benefiting the county's economy, workforce, and businesses.
Unique factors that EPIC's employees noted were a pleasant working environment, company-sponsored entertainment, and a superior wellness program.
"For the 3rd consecutive year our employees have voted us a 'Best Place to Work' in Orange County," notes Tony D'Asaro, Managing Principal of EPIC's Irvine branch. "I thank each and every one of them for their teamwork and dedication to delivering quality services to our clients. They are truly exceptional individuals."
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About Edgewood Partners Insurance Center:
EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property and casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence. EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions across California and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.
The 7th largest broker based in the U.S. West, EPIC has more than 300 team members operating from ten offices across California (Los Angeles, Irvine, Ontario, Inland Empire, Fresno, Folsom, San Francisco, San Mateo, Petaluma and San Ramon), in Denver, Colorado and New York.
With more than $80 million in revenues, EPIC ranks among the top 40 retail insurance brokers in the United States. The company's strategic plan calls for more than tripling revenue over the next five years ($250 million by 2018) and further expansion across the country.
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