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MMC CORP Among the many benefits of working for a finely tuned, employee-owned company like MMC Corp, pull just two out of the hat, then stand back in awe: Paid time off, based on tenure, starts— starts, mind you—at 17 days a year. That’s before you factor in seven paid holidays. How about this one: a targeted company contribution to the stock-ownership plan in the range of 8 to 12 percent every year. And that’s in addition to a competitive wage structure and company match equivalent to 5 percent of each employee’s annual contribution to the 401(k) program. Clearly, this a company where the financial well-being of its nearly 1,700 employees is top of mind. But there’s so much more that makes MMC an attrac- tive option for the construction minded. First, there’s some var iety, as the parent oversees separate operating brands in general contracting, mechanical contracting, and specialty contracting with building-control services. The sprinkles on top of that compensation sundae include three health-care plan options, flexible-spending and health-savings accounts, dental and vision insurance, and disability coverage. A monthly town hall meeting hosted by the leadership keeps employees informed about the latest news and developments and gives employees a chance to address those leaders directly. CEO Tim Chadwick distributes a regular CEO’s Forum to further the goal of keeping employees in the loop on successes, goals, and

WELLSKY In 2018, as the former Mediware Information Systems was re branding in the med-tech space as WellSky, the employee headcount was 1,100. Five years later? It stands at 2,500. CEO Bill Miller and his team have indeed been busy, not just managing 127 percent growth in the ranks but fine-tuning the workplace design to bring them on board and retain them. The company produces software, analytics, and services that help health-care providers improve outcomes and reduce costs. It now serves more than a third of the nation’s home- and community-based providers, connecting 130,000 providers, 20,000 social services providers, and 5 million caregivers. “Our teammates make all this possible,” says Dana Streck, chief people officer. “They know their work directly impacts vital care for the people who need it most.” Providing that service has assumed a new appeal with the company’s move to a new, state-of-the-art world headquarters in Overland Park. The physical space provides collab

CHANGING HEALTH CARE | The leadership team at WellSky is focused on supporting home- and community-based care providers with technology and analytics solutions to help them deliver better, more efficient services.

orative meeting spots, individual quiet spaces, an onsite gym, and a variety of social areas, including an outdoor entertaining space. To accommodate our rapid and continued growth in the Kansas City area, WellSky is opening a second building on that site this fall. Beyond the brick, mortar, glass, and stainless steel, WellSky is an environment where learning is highly valued. “We offer teammates up to $2,500 to improve job-related skills with formal education or conferences,” Streck says, and the firm also offers professional development through the Aspire Leadership program and the ongo ing Manager Training Series. In addition to the highly competitive wages typical of leading health-care IT firms, WellSky offers a com prehensive benefits program. It has customizable plans for medical insurance (three options to choose from, with reduced rates for non-smokers), prescription drug coverage, flexible spending and health savings accounts, and dental and vision benefits. Basic life insurance plans, as well as accidental death/dismemberment, criti cal illness, and disability coverage, are part of the menu. Unlimited vacation, once a trendy benefit among smaller firms, is going main stream with larger entities, and WellSky has recently embraced that concept for all employees. A philanthropic culture flows from the WellSky Foundation, founded in 2019, to improve the quality of life for vulnerable populations by removing socioeconomic barriers to health and wellness. Employees have given more than $1 million to nearly 30 organizations across the U.S., providing educational resources, food, economic opportunities, comprehensive medical care, grief and mental health assistance, resources, and training to help recipients achieve self-sufficiency.

other important updates. Training and development are organized around the goals of identifying emerging leaders and retaining talent in a hyper-competitive sector. In addition, the education assistance program financially supports employee continuing-education efforts with reimbursement of 100 percent of approved courses per calendar year, up to $5,250, so long as the employee receives a C grade or better in the course. “Our values are not just words on a conference room wall,” says spokeswoman Sydney Wycliffe. “MMC Corp has a Living the Values Award program in which we nominate one another for exemplifying our core values throughout the year. A winner is selected for each of the values: Integrity, Teamwork, Entrepreneurial Spirit, Quality Craftsmanship, and Caring Heart.” Perhaps the most notable achievement over the past year has been MMC’s surge past the $1 billion revenue threshold, providing assurance of organiza tional stability. “This major milestone is attributable to our intentional diversification both across geographies and market verticals, includ ing mission-critical, light industrial, and health-care,” Wycliffe says. (Back row, l-r): Craig Woodson , Chief People Officer, MMC Corp; Chris Hutchings , President, MMC Contractors-Kansas City and Nashville; Dustin DeWitt , CFO, MMC Corp; Tim Chadwick , President/CEO, MMC Corp; Jesse Jensen , President, Building Control Services. (Middle row): Jacob Vogel , COO, MMC Corp; Jason Evelyn , COO, MMC Corp; Dennis Eden , President, MMC Contractors–Omaha and Lincoln; David Lauck , Vice President of Info Systems and Technology, MMC Corp. (Front row): Erica Jones , VP Marketing, MMC Corp; Todd Winnerman , President, MW Builders; Tate Tyree , Director of Corporate Risk Management, MMC Corp.

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