10 Arizona Companies Leading the Charge in Employer Wellness Program Initiatives

Banner|Aetna is thrilled to celebrate the achievements of 10 Arizona businesses honored with Aetna’s 2024 Workplace Well-being Award.

Each winner is recognized for their commitment to offering an exceptional employer wellness program that prioritizes employee health and well-being. By offering innovative and effective initiatives to support their workforce, these companies are leading the way towards shaping a healthier future for Arizona.

Why an employer wellness program matters

Employees spend a significant portion of their lives at work. This means companies have a unique opportunity to promote wellness practices by empowering their staff to prioritize their own well-being and health. Investing in an employer wellness program is a strategic business move that can lead to:

• Improved productivity and employee retention. When employees feel their best, it’s easier for them to perform at the top of their game. A high-quality employer wellness program helps companies meet their employees’ rising expectations for competitive benefit offerings, which is a key part of attracting top talent.
• Better employee health and morale. A robust employer wellness program encourages healthier lifestyle choices, lowers the risk of chronic conditions and improves overall quality of life so employees can bring their best selves to work.
• Lower health-related costs. Preventive health measures reduce the need for more expensive medical interventions, saving both employees and employers money.

2024 Aetna Workplace Well-being Award winners

Business owners and HR leaders understand that workplace wellness programs play a vital role in fostering healthier, more productive teams. But not every employer wellness program is created equal. This year, Banner|Aetna is proud to celebrate 10 Arizona businesses that are setting new standards of excellence for their award-winning health and wellness programs:

Platinum  

• Banner Health
• Town of Gilbert
• SmartPractice

Gold

• City of Phoenix
• Maricopa Community Colleges
• Pima County

 
Silver

• DP Electric Inc.
• Pinal County

Bronze

• Tempe Union School District
• Varitec Solutions

About the Workplace Well-being Award

• Established in 2017, this award evaluates data from each employer’s most recent 12-month program year, including information on their well-being strategy and design, communications and organizational engagement, workplace programs and policies, incentives and engagement, and program evaluation. 

• Eligibility for the award includes Banner|Aetna and Aetna middle market, public and labor, and national account employer segments in the U.S. with a minimum of 100 employees and either a fully insured or self-funded medical plan.  

• Applications were reviewed and scored based on predefined criteria by a peer review committee comprised of well-being professionals.  

Banner|Aetna is committed to partnering with employers to deliver innovative and high-impact wellness programs for the modern workplace. For information about our coverage, visit our Employer page.