PPB June 2018

Greatest Companies To Work For | FEATURE Ariel Premium Supply, Inc. PPAI 161650 Category: Supplier Top Executive: Tai Lin and Yuhling Lu Headquarters: St. Louis, Missouri Founded: 1993 Employees: 203 Website: arielpremium.com Benefits/perks: Telecommuting in some departments, insurance (employee premium is 100 percent company paid); 401(k) with company match, paid time off, free yoga classes three days a week, free onsite ESL (English as a Second Language) classes, monthly social painting classes onsite What employees say: “Ariel is extremely supportive and caring regarding its employees. It’s the best place to work in the industry.” BAMKO, LLC PPAI 131431 Category: Distributor Top Executive: Phil Koosed Headquarters: Los Angeles, California Founded: 1999 Employees: 200 Website: bamko.net Benefits/perks: Flexible schedule, telecommuting, insurance, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, charitable donation match What employees say: “Working at BAMKO has been a transformative experience for me, both personally and professionally. I’ve been challenged and inspired to grow in ways I never thought possible. BAMKO has succeeded in creating a workplace that is filled with purpose, passion, and camaraderie. My co- workers are fun, funny and genuinely enjoy pitching in and helping each other out. I am a better version of myself for having worked here and I can’t wait to see what the future has in store for us.” BrandVia Alliance, Inc. PPAI 161650 Category: Distributor Top Executive: Jim Childers Headquarters: San Jose, California Founded: 2003 Employees: 145 Website: brandvia.com Benefits/perks: Insurance, flexible spending account, paid time off, volunteer program, 401(k), wellness program, employee assistance program, referral bonuses What employees say: “BrandVia is an amazing place to work. I have never encountered a culture so supportive and fun. The people are just outstanding.” Edwards Garment Company PPAI 198530 Category: Supplier Top Executive: Gary Schultz Headquarters: Kalamazoo, Michigan Founded: Kalamazoo Pant Company 1867; Edwards Garment 1954 Employees: 175 Website: edwardsgarment.com Benefits/perks: Flexible schedule, insurance, retirement plan, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid bereavement leave, wellness program and incentives, paid volunteer time, paid time for parent/ teacher conferences What employees say: “Edwards is an exceptional company to work for. The company genuinely believes in creating an atmosphere where associates can learn, grow and achieve career goals. There are many associates who have been with the company 20-plus years, which tells you something.” BrandVia Alliance, Inc. Edwards Garment Company BAMKO, LLC Ariel Premium Supply, Inc. | JUNE 2018 | 39