October 1, 2024
Healthiest Employers® was started in 2009 as a way to celebrate companies that are putting their people first by investing in the health of their employees. In partnership with Springbuk, we are pleased to announce the 2024 Healthiest Employers of Iowa.
Each company filled out our annual Healthiest Employers application. The responses are scored Rubric style 1-100 scale. The assessment is made up of six categories with yes/no, multiple choice, and short answer questions, with each question totaling .25-3 points. A Healthiest Employers Index (HEI) is assigned to each application to help rank among companies of similar sizes. For information on how the applications are scored, please visit our methodology page here.
Congratulations to this year’s top 5 winners!
1st Syngenta
Greensboro, North Carolina (Local Office: Slater)
4,303 Employees
Syngenta is a leading agriculture company helping improve global food security by enabling millions of farmers to make better use of available resources.
The company has introduced its new MyWellbeing program, which replaces the former Reaping Rewards initiative. This upgraded platform, launched on June 3, has already attracted nearly 30% of employees within its first week. MyWellbeing offers a wide range of resources designed to enhance physical, mental, and financial wellbeing, while also fostering community and social connection. The program is user-friendly and engaging, and employees can earn up to $300 annually through active participation. The company views this initiative as significant, highlighting its commitment to employee well-being and satisfaction.
Syngenta has adopted a comprehensive approach to address the key pillars of employee health, recognizing the importance of each in overall well-being. For physical health, the company offers annual physical exams, nurse coaching, wellness programs, and ergonomic assessments, and encourages regular physical activity through events like the Worksite Fit event and Jubilee 5K, along with fitness membership discounts. A new fitness facility is set to open at the Greensboro headquarters. In mental health, Syngenta provides counseling services, stress management workshops, and mindfulness training, while also offering Mental Health Safety Training to managers and employees. The company emphasizes open communication and work-life balance. Financial well-being is supported through educational workshops, retirement planning assistance, competitive benefits, and economic resources, including webinars by T. Rowe Price, empowering employees to make informed decisions. Social and community engagement is promoted through team-building activities, volunteer opportunities, and open communication, creating a connected and supportive environment within the organization and beyond.
“Our well-being program embodies our dedication to the comprehensive welfare of our employees, and I am proud of the positive impact this program has had on our U.S. employees. The U.S. sets the standard as we roll out similar initiatives globally, creating an empowering environment for all Syngenta employees.” –Filip Hemeryck, Group Head Global Benefits
2nd U-Haul International
Phoenix, Arizona (Multiple Local Offices)
16,371 Employees
2023 Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America Winner
Since 1945, U-Haul has been the #1 choice of do-it-yourself movers, with a network of more than 23,000 locations across all 50 states and 10 Canadian provinces. In addition, they have a fleet of over 186,000 trucks, 128,000 trailers, 46,000 towing devices, 876,000 rentable storage units, and 75.1 million square feet of self-storage space.
U-Haul is very proud of their Virta offering, a clinically proven treatment to reverse Type 2 diabetes, obesity, and pre-diabetes. Through this treatment plan, U-Haul Team Members have been able to lower their A1c, lose weight, and reduce or eliminate the usage of insulin. Their mission is to sustainably reverse the conditions without the risks, costs, or side effects of medications or surgeries. 38% of diabetes-specific medications have been eliminated, insulin dosages have been reduced by 63%, and 16,000 total pounds have been lost through the use of this program.
U-Haul also strives to make healthy lifestyles attainable and affordable, which is why in 2021, they invested in a 54,000-square-foot corporate fitness center and on-site cafeteria where employees can order healthy meals for less than $5. While U-Haul is a vast corporation, their values are deep-rooted in family culture. From team-building challenges to the sharing of healthy recipes and tips, there is an unmistakable investment in everyone’s wellness journey.
“The wellness and benefits programs have helped me tremendously with my weight loss journey! As a work-from-home senior agent, the ‘Get Fit Program’ is one of my favorites because it has motivated me to go to the gym more, focus on my fitness goals, and be more active, especially since I am sitting for the majority of my work shift. The reimbursement incentive they offer not only helps alleviate the costs of my gym membership, but the check-ins incentive has me excited and ready to workout every day! I feel healthier, happier, and stronger!” –Leah Short, Senior Agent
3rd StoneX
Kansas City, Missouri (Local Office: Des Moines)
1,788 Employees
StoneX, previously known as INTL FCStone, is a financial services network that connects companies, organizations, traders, and investors to global markets. It offers a combination of digital platforms, comprehensive clearing and execution services, personalized support, and deep industry expertise to facilitate market access.
Last year, the most distinctive initiative at StoneX was its corporate giving program, showcasing the company's commitment to supporting causes that matter to employees. This program includes corporate matching, support for volunteerism, and cash matching for volunteer hours. StoneX also offers wellness activities across various pillars. For physical health, it provides FitPROS fitness classes and wellness challenges through Propel and Cigna. Mental wellness is supported by the EAP program and Wise@Work. Financial well-being is addressed through 401k webinars and financial advisors. The company's wellness challenges include a social component, encouraging team interaction and engagement. Additionally, StoneX's Benevity platform allows employees to donate or volunteer for community organizations, with a company match.
“At StoneX, we established a comprehensive wellness vision to support a “whole” person. We offer a holistic and supportive environment and programming to empower and inspire employees to thrive financially, personally, and professionally. We’re passionate about creating and maintaining an environment where the ripple effects of wellness extend far and wide.” –Liliya Gekker, Global Head of Total Rewards
4th Hy-Vee, Inc.
West Des Moines
23,190 Employees
Hy-Vee, Inc. is an employee-owned supermarket chain operating over 570 business units across nine Midwestern states, with annual sales exceeding $13 billion. Known for its quality, variety, convenience, and superior customer service, Hy-Vee ranks among the Top 5 Most Trusted Brands and is one of America’s Top 3 favorite grocery stores. With over 75,000 employees delivering “A Helpful Smile in Every Aisle,” the company is dedicated to making lives easier, healthier, and happier. This commitment extends to its health and wellness initiatives, fostering a best-in-class employee environment.
Hy-Vee is piloting a new employee benefit aimed at rethinking healthcare by improving access and removing financial barriers. Through its partnership with Hy-Vee Health Exemplar Care, which it became a joint owner of in 2024, a pilot group of employees and their dependents can now access unlimited primary and urgent care services at no cost. The program uses a direct primary care model, offering a fixed monthly membership for personalized services, allowing patients unrestricted access to medical providers. The initiative has received positive feedback from employees, who appreciate the convenience, personalized care, and financial relief it offers.
Hy-Vee has invested in various benefits and resources to support the physical, mental, financial, and social health of its employees. For physical health, the company offers medical and dental insurance, part-time insurance with employer contributions, an onsite fitness center at corporate offices, ergonomic workstations, vaccination clinics, health screenings, and wellness program incentives. In terms of mental health, Hy-Vee provides free virtual mental health visits for health plan members, discounted prescriptions and telehealth for non-members, mental health training through Mental Health First Aid, and education via Mental Health America’s virtual tools. To support financial health, employees benefit from a 10% grocery discount (which saved employees over $19 million in 2023), daily pay, holiday pay, financial seminars, access to financial advisors, a 401(k) with matching contributions, tuition assistance, stock ownership, HRA/HSA contributions, financial tools, and well-being challenges. Hy-Vee also offers a free PERKS Plus membership and investment certificates for full-time employees. For social health, Hy-Vee provides lactation spaces for new mothers, childcare assistance, family planning benefits, and group diversity and education opportunities.
“Hy-Vee’s affordable and discreet telehealth options make it easy to access services for mental health and other medical services. As an employee, I appreciate Hy-Vee’s efforts to improve our well-being and their investment in expanded resources for those struggling with mental health. This past year, Hy-Vee hosted a mental health panel that included medical professionals who were available to answer questions and provide additional resources.” –Hy-vee Team Member
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5th Terracon Consultants, Inc
Olathe, Kansas (Local Office: Des Moines)
6,450 Employees
Terracon is dedicated to transforming big ideas into reality for its clients, employees, and the broader community. Safety is a core value of the company's culture, with its An Incident and Injury-Free® (IIF®) commitment encouraging all employee-owners to prioritize care and concern for one another, ensuring everyone returns home safely each day. Terracon's employee-owners are continuously exploring ways to improve service, enhance employee well-being, and give back to the community. Since 2020, the company has focused on becoming more sustainable and inclusive, both internally and in the services provided to clients, aiming to inspire others to do the same.
The company has introduced a 100% paid parental leave program for new mothers, fathers, adoptive parents, and foster parents. A dedicated committee regularly meets to discuss and implement new ideas. For financial well-being, quarterly webinars are offered in partnership with Prudential. Mental health initiatives, including webinars and training, are also being developed. The company provides flexible work-from-home options, allowing employees to continue remote work if they are successful. Some offices require employees to come in once a week for collaboration, while others remain open daily for those who prefer working in the office.
“Over the past few years, our new benefits have included providing free subscriptions to the Calm App, changing our Employee Assistance Program to an industry leader with a focus on the employee experience, bereavement leave, and most recently paid parental leave. I am proud of our continued focus on our caring value and how Terracon is taking care of our employees in all facets of safety, including their mental health and well-being. Terracon is worthy of this recognition because of our continued focus on our employees, annual improvements to our benefits, finding new ways to help our employees and their families, and always striving to make our company the best place to work for our employee-owners.” –Tim Anderson, Executive Vice President
