Ingredients for a Best Place to Work: Employees at Eagan, MN-based apparel supplier Storm Creek (asi/89879) are known as “Seekers of Better” and are expected to follow the campsite rule – leaving things better than they found them. “That could mean helping a co-worker in a time of need, rewriting an outdated process or brainstorming ways to better serve our customers,” says Chloe Ward, marketing manager. “Everyone has a voice at Storm Creek and the opportunity to make an impact in all aspects of the organization.”

Storm Creek’s recipe for success includes a culture of inclusivity and collaboration, a commitment to employee development, and a passion to be a catalyst for good – both for the surrounding community and the planet as a whole, according to Ward. “There’s something really special when individuals rally behind the same cause and are working together toward a common goal,” she adds.

Top Benefits & Perks: Every quarter, Storm Creek plans a team-bonding event where they get out of the office for a fun activity, like ax throwing, pedal pubs or sporting events. The supplier’s core values are the backbone of many of its perks. For example, employees receive 8 hours of paid time off that can be used as a volunteer day, and they can also reward their peers with “values cards” when they see someone embodying Storm Creek’s ethos. The cards are displayed in the conference room, and each quarter, the leadership team draws names from those honored and awards a prize to each “values victor.” Says Ward: “It boosts morale and helps people feel recognized by their peers for all their hard work.”